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Members of the Nigeria Union of Teachers, Anambra State chapter, have rejected the Federal Government’s policy granting waivers to Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination candidates seeking admission into Colleges of Education, describing it as a non-proactive measure that will lower the standard of the teaching profession. The teachers insisted that teaching is a profession with the same status as other professions and, therefore, the standard of admission into Colleges of Education should not be cheapened to attract candidates. The Anambra State Chairman of the NUT, Chika Chukwudozie, made this known during a press briefing in Awka on Saturday while calling on…
Galaxy Digital founder Mike Novogratz appeared in court on Tuesday to face off against BitGo CEO Mike Belshe in a long-running legal fight over a failed proposed $1.2 billion merger in 2021.The planned deal was the largest-ever crypto merger at the time, set to create a massive conglomerate offering a suite of services at a time when investor interest in crypto was high. Galaxy called off the deal in August 2022 as the crypto market was reeling from the collapse of the Terra ecosystem. BitGo has asked Galaxy to pay a $100 million fee for pulling out of the deal…
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Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has announced Kale Kawu as the consensus governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State. Mr Saraki disclosed this in a statement on Friday after what he described as extensive consultations with party stakeholders and governorship aspirants. “I am pleased to announce that, after extensive consultations with stakeholders of the Kwara PDP and our leading gubernatorial aspirants, we have arrived at a consensus candidate to fly the flag of our great party in the forthcoming gubernatorial election,” Mr Saraki said. “That candidate is Engr. Kale Kawu.” The former senate president said other…
Many people have, at one time or another, ignored the urge to urinate during long meetings, while travelling, standing in queues, or when toilet facilities are unavailable. While occasional delays may not pose serious health risks, medical experts warn that frequently holding urine for prolonged periods can affect the urinary system and lead to health complications. The urinary system comprises the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Its primary function is to filter waste products and excess fluids from the blood and remove them from the body through urination. Experts say most adults can safely hold urine for about three to…
Just days after facing online ridicule over his failed outing in the APC House of Representatives primaries in Imo State, Pascal Okechukwu has done what many Nigerian celebrities do best when controversy strikes, turning the noise into content. The celebrity barman and socialite dropped the song at the peak of conversations surrounding his unsuccessful bid for the APC ticket representing Orsu/Orlu/Oru East Federal Constituency. Ballot Despite ‘political blessings’ from the president’s son and his close associate, the 45-year-old socialite who served as the Imo State Director of the City Boy Movement (CBM), a group established to mobilise support for President…
Thai authorities have arrested six Nigerian nationals allegedly linked to an AI-driven romance scam network operating from a luxury condominium in Nonthaburi as part of an investigation that originated from a cocaine trafficking case. The arrests were carried out during coordinated raids on May 22 at three apartments located near Phra Nangklao Bridge along the Chao Phraya River. Police said the suspects lived in groups within the condominium and allegedly used fabricated identities, AI-generated images and fake video calls to defraud victims, mainly elderly Thai women. According to investigators, the operation began in April after a Nigerian man identified as…
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Enugu State Chapter, has released details of aspirants to be screened for elective positions in the state. A statement, Friday, by the party’s State Chairman, Dr Johnpaul Anih, the Secretary, Dr Sebastine Okafor, and the Publicity Secretary, Emmanuel Ugwueze, said the screening will take place on Sunday, May 24, 2026 Prof I.G Nwangwu will serve as the Chairman of the committee, Barr. Peace Chidi Ugwu as Secretary, Chinachi Nnabuko, member and Emma Onovo, member, according to the statement. Members of the Appeal Committee include Prof Chinedu Aguba, as Chairman, Mrs Chioma Agbo, Secretary, Clinton Ogbonna, member and Rev’d Austin…
Benue State Police Command has intensified its clampdown on violent crimes with the arrest of seven suspected kidnappers and armed robbers, alongside the recovery of firearms, ammunition, and a stolen Lexus vehicle. The Command also uncovered a suspected human trafficking and fake job recruitment network allegedly exploiting young women with fraudulent overseas employment offers. In a statement released on Thursday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Udeme Edet, disclosed that operatives of the Command’s tactical squad carried out a targeted raid in Gboko Local Government Area on May 21, 2026, after acting on credible intelligence. During the operation, police arrested five…
Arsenal on Saturday announced that goalkeeper Karl Hein will complete a permanent move to Bundesliga side, Werder Bremen in July this year. The Gunners disclosed this in a statement ahead of their final Premier League clash with Crystal Palace on Sunday. Hein joined Arsenal in June 2018 from his hometown club, Nomme United. The 24-year-old signed his first professional contract with the Premier League champions the following year. The Estonian international spent the 2025/26 campaign on loan with his new side in Germany, where he made two Bundesliga appearances. “We thank Karl for his contribution to the club during his time with us…
