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12 Oct
ASUU President Prof. Chris Piwuna announced a two‑week nationwide strike starting Oct 13, after the government’s 14‑day ultimatum expired, despite a N200 bn intervention plan.
10 Oct
Nineteen‑year‑old Timilehin Opesusi’s suicide after a 190/400 UTME score sparks nationwide outcry, with student unions demanding JAMB’s accountability and reforms.
3 Oct
Nigeria's Inspector General Kayode Egbetokun extends the tinted‑glass permit deadline to Oct 2, 2025, giving motorists extra time to apply and boosting security checks nationwide.
1 Oct
SASSA announced October 2025 payment dates for the SRD R370 grant and regular social grants, and introduced mandatory biometric enrolment for new applicants to curb fraud.
28 Sep
During his honorary doctorate ceremony, Pep Guardiola praised Manchester City’s support for Gaza children, calling it 'beyond extraordinary.' The Manchester boss linked the club’s aid work to a broader call for compassion, highlighting recent donations and community projects. His remarks sparked renewed debate on football’s role in humanitarian crises.
9 Jul
Frustrated 9mobile subscribers in Nigeria have dealt with serious service interruptions for months, from statewide blackouts to blocked number porting. Customers are calling for urgent NCC intervention as allegations mount and technical troubles continue into mid-2025.
1 Feb
Brigadier General Yushau Ahmed, Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), announced a substantial increase in the monthly allowance for corps members, raising it to N77,000 starting February 2025. This boost from the previous N33,000 will be implemented following the approval of the 2025 Federal Government budget. Ahmed stressed the commitment to corps members' welfare and security, assuring safe deployments.
1 Nov
A heart-wrenching incident has unfolded at Niagara Falls, where a 33-year-old mother and her two children, aged 2 and 5, are presumed dead after allegedly jumping into the falls. Despite relentless search efforts by state police using helicopters and boats, the bodies have not been found. The motivation behind the mother's actions is still being investigated, leaving the community shocked and authorities requesting any information from the public.
25 Oct
The recovery of two additional bodies from a devastating helicopter crash site in Port Harcourt was reported, escalating the urgency of search efforts as three occupants still remain missing. Details about the crash, including the cause, identities of the victims, or specifics about the flight, have yet to be disclosed. The situation underscores the challenges faced by search and rescue teams in such treacherous operations.
20 Oct
The surfacing of US intelligence documents on a pro-Iranian Telegram channel has raised serious concerns. These alleged leaks suggest Israel might be preparing for a military strike on Iran. The documents detail various Israeli military activities, pointing to a significant breach in US intelligence security. However, it is unclear how this revelation will impact the unfolding geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East.
2 Oct
In response to Iran's missile launch targeting Israel, airlines are rerouting flights to avoid Israeli airspace. Despite successful interceptions, the attack has strained air travel and sparked strong reactions from international and local leaders. Vowing retaliation, the Israeli Prime Minister has promised consequences while the US shows unwavering support.
25 Sep
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation into allegations that social media personality Bobrisky paid a bribe of N15 million to have money laundering charges dropped. Influencer Martins ‘VeryDarkMan’ Otse and Bobrisky have been invited to assist with the probe. A leaked audio clip posted by VeryDarkMan claims Bobrisky discussed gathering funds from various sources to pay off EFCC officials.