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Peter Obi: I Won 2023 Presidential Election, I Have Proof Ex-INEC Chairman Worked Against Me

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The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has alleged that former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, worked against him during the election despite travelling around the world and assuring the international community that the electoral body was prepared to conduct a credible poll. Obi made the allegation during an interview aired on Arise TV, while discussing the 2023 presidential election and preparations for the 2027 poll. The former Anambra State governor and presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in the forthcoming election, said Nigerians took INEC at its word in 2023, believing assurances by Yakubu that the commission would conduct a credible election. “In 2023 we took things for granted, we believed the INEC, we believed that what they were saying they would do because the chairman then was travelling all over the world, telling the world that he an...
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FG to give students free data daily from October 1

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The Federal Government has announced that Nigerian students will begin receiving 100 megabytes of free daily data from October 1, 2026, to access approved educational websites and digital learning platforms. The initiative, being implemented by the Nigerian Communications Commission in partnership with telecommunications operators and the Federal Ministry of Education, will initially cover learners in public senior secondary schools and tertiary institutions. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, announced the commencement date on Thursday at the launch of the Initiative for Zero-Rated Access to Educational Platforms and Content in Nigeria in Abuja. “Let me let out the secret. This will be made available to Nigerian students from October 1st, 2026,” Alausa said, acknowledging the contribution of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria to the programme. Under the framework, participating mobile network operators will provide a daily zero-rat...
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Davido Reveals Dangote Has Advised Him About Money Since Childhood

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Afrobeats star Davido has revealed that billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote has had a close relationship with his family for many years. Davido said Dangote drove his mother home from the hospital when he was born and has been giving him financial advice since childhood. Davido said whenever he sees Aliko Dangote, he tells him to save his money. Aliko Dangote has been saying this to him since he was a baby. Davido said the advice remains important as he works in the entertainment industry. Davido noted that Aliko Dangote is a close friend of his father, businessman Adedeji Adeleke. The relationship between both families has lasted for decades. Davido's connection with the billionaire dates back to his childhood and continues today. Watch the video via the link below 👇  https://twitter.com/i/status/2097214503788097911
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Ondo Herbal Drink Tragedy Leaves 24 Dead

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Tragedy has struck Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State after no fewer than 24 people died after consuming a deadly herbal drink. The incident happened over the weekend across two communities Araromi Obu and Odigbo town.   Victims reportedly passed out shortly after drinking the liquid at different locations.   Some died in their sleep, others collapsed after reaching home, and several more remain in critical condition in local hospitals.   Eight deaths were reported in Araromi Obu, while 16 people died in Odigbo town. In response to the crisis, local government chairman Taiwo Adegoroye banned the sale and consumption of all locally brewed alcoholic drinks in the area. He added that preliminary checks by local health officials suggest a strong link between the deaths and the herbal concoction, though officials are awaiting full autopsy results from the Ministry of Health.   State Health Commissioner Dr. Banji Ajaka confirmed that medical teams have ...
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JAMB ANNOUNCES THE COMMENCEMENT DATE FOR 2027 UTME REGISTRATION

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JAMB ANNOUNCES THE COMMENCEMENT DATE FOR 2027 UTME REGISTRATION The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is expected to commence profile creation for candidates preparing for the 2027 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) on Thursday, December 10, 2026. Prospective candidates are advised to begin preparations ahead of the commencement date, particularly by checking and confirming their National Identification Number (NIN) details. Candidates are encouraged to ensure that their names, date of birth and other personal information on their NIN records are accurate and consistent with the information they intend to use for their JAMB registration. Any discrepancy in personal details should be addressed early to avoid complications during JAMB profile creation and subsequent UTME registration. Prospective candidates are advised to stay informed and follow official guidelines when the profile creation process begins.
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State Government Suspends School Activities Indefinitely Over Diphtheria Outbreak

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State Government Suspends School Activities Indefinitely Over Diphtheria Outbreak The Plateau State Government has ordered the temporary closure of all public and private primary and secondary schools across the state as a precautionary measure against the spread of suspected diphtheria cases. The directive took effect on Monday, September 7, 2026, and will remain in force until further notice. The government said the decision followed reports of suspected diphtheria cases in Jos North, Wase, Jos South and Bassa Local Government Areas. Schools that had already resumed academic activities were also directed to shut down. The directive, issued under the administration of Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, is aimed at protecting pupils, students, teachers and other school personnel while health authorities intensify efforts to contain the suspected outbreak. School proprietors, administrators, teachers, parents and guardians have been urged to comply with the directive and ensu...
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JAMB Releases 2026 UTME Results for Underage Candidates

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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has released the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination results of candidates who were below the prescribed admission age for viewing. The board, however, maintained that viewing the results does not automatically qualify the candidates for admission into tertiary institutions. JAMB, in a statement by the Acting Director, Public Affairs and Protocols, Fabian Benjamin, on Saturday, said an underage candidate was any applicant who would be below 16 years by September 30, 2026. The examination body said the release was intended mainly to enable the candidates, parents and guardians to know their UTME performance. It stressed that the results could not be used for admission or any other official purpose except by candidates who meet the conditions for exceptional admission. The board said only candidates who demonstrate exceptional academic ability and maturity would be considered for admission through several stages of asse...
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