Education Minister, Alausa Abolishes 18-Year Admission Requirement for Tertiary Institutions

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The Federal Government has officially scrapped the contentious 18-year age requirement for admission into tertiary institutions nationwide. Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa made the announcement, signaling a potential shift in Nigeria’s education policy under his leadership. This change, aimed at making the education system more inclusive and flexible, is expected to impact thousands of prospective … Read more

BREAKING: Tinubu Promotes Acting COAS Olufemi Oluyede to Lieutenant General

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President Bola Tinubu has promoted Acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Olufemi Oluyede to the rank of Lieutenant General. This promotion, confirmed by sources at the Presidential Villa, was announced on Tuesday and follows Oluyede’s recent appointment as Acting COAS. If confirmed by the Senate, Oluyede will assume the role permanently, officially replacing Lt. General … Read more

BREAKING: Why Tinubu Ordered Release Of Minors – Shettima

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Vice President Kashim Shettima revealed on Tuesday that President Bola Tinubu ordered the release of minors who were facing treason charges, citing humanitarian reasons for the decision. Shettima explained that, despite the presence of video and photographic evidence of some protesters’ actions — including footage allegedly uploaded by the individuals themselves — the President chose … Read more

Police Secure Release Of 23 Kidnapped Victims In Niger

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The police in Niger State have confirmed the rescue of nineteen kidnapped victims who were abducted along Tegina-Zungeru Road on November 1. The spokesman of the command, Wasiu Abiodun, in a statement, said the rescue came after a joint security tactical team was mobilised and trailed the suspected kidnappers. According to him, as a result … Read more

BREAKING: National Grid Collapses Again, Ninth Blackout In 2024 Hits Nigeria

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Grid 150 Megawatts January

The Nigerian national grid has reportedly suffered another collapse, according to a post from the Nigeria National Grid’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, marking the ninth such incident in 2024. This setback follows a series of grid collapses late last month, where three incidents occurred within a single week, sparking widespread power outages across the … Read more

Alleged Terrorism: Kano Govt Applauds Release of Minors

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Kano State Government has commended the decision of the Federal High Court, Abuja, which struck out the charges against some #EndBadGovernance protesters arrested from Kano. The state government team led by the spokesman to the Governor, Sanusi Bature was at the court in Abuja to show solidarity with the teenagers who are being moved to … Read more

Police Storm Kidnappers Dens In Nasarawa, Rescue 14

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Arrest Check Phones IGP

Operatives of the Nigeria police in Nasarawa state in collaboration with community youths on Monday, busted kidnappers’ hideout located at Achido village, a deeply forested terrain bordering FCT and Kogi state, and rescued 14 kidnapped victims. A statement by Police Relations Officer, Nasarawa State Command, DSP Rahman Nansel listed the rescued victims as Adamu Abdullahi, … Read more

Polls Open Across U.S. as Harris, Trump Face Off in Historic Election

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Polls have officially opened for the 2024 U.S. presidential election following a heated campaign that concluded last night. Millions of registered voters are heading to polling stations across the United States to cast their ballots in a closely contested race between Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and Republican candidate Donald Trump. This tight race remains too … Read more

‘Mbappe Isn’t a Real Number Nine’ – Benzem

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Mbappé Breaks Di Stéfano’s Record

Former Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema believes Kylian Mbappe will need to adapt to playing as a central striker in Madrid, as he is unlikely to replace Vinicius Junior on the left wing. After completing his highly anticipated move to Madrid following the end of his contract with Paris Saint-Germain, Mbappe has yet to reach … Read more

‘I Don’t Wish Him Well’ – Bernardo Silva On Amorim’s Move To Man United

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Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva has made it clear he won’t be wishing incoming Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim success at Old Trafford. Speaking ahead of tonight’s Champions League matchup against Amorim’s current team, Sporting Lisbon, Bernardo remarked during a pre-match press conference that he won’t be sending any good luck to his fellow Portuguese … Read more

BREAKING: Court Dismisses Charges Against 119 #EndBadGovernance Protesters

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The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed the case against 119 individuals charged over the nationwide #EndBadGovernance protests. Presiding Judge Obiora Egwuatu struck out the suit on Tuesday after M.D. Abubakar, representing the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), applied to take over and withdraw the charges. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears End … Read more

World’s First Wooden Satellite Successfully Launched Aboard SpaceX Rocket

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The world’s first wooden satellite has successfully launched aboard a SpaceX rocket, according to its Japanese developers on Tuesday. This mission is part of a resupply effort for the International Space Station. Engineers from Kyoto University believe the wooden structure will burn up upon re-entry into the atmosphere, offering a potential solution to avoid the … Read more

Fear Grips Residents as New Terrorist Group LAKURAWAS Emerges In Northern Nigeria

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The Sokoto State Government has raised alarms about the emergence of a new terrorist group known as LAKURAWAS operating in the region. Deputy Governor Idris Gobir shared this information during a meeting with participants from Course 33 of the National Defence College in Abuja, who were visiting Sokoto for a study tour. According to Gobir, … Read more

BREAKING: Ekiti Chief Judge Adeyeye Is Dead

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Ekiti CJ Adeyeye

The Chief Judge of Ekiti State, Justice Oyewole Adeyeye, has passed away at 64 after a brief illness. According to reports, he died on Monday, November 4, 2024, at a tertiary health facility in Ekiti State, though official details on the circumstances of his passing remain undisclosed. Sources close to the family indicate that he … Read more

Focus More On African Security, Tinubu Tells UK Foreign Secretary (Photos)

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expressed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening partnership agreements with the United Kingdom in key sectors affecting citizens’ lives, including trade, security, and culture. This pledge came as he received the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Affairs, Rt. Hon. David Lammy, at the State House on Monday. EDITOR’S … Read more

US Election Day Showdown: Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump—Strengths, Weaknesses, Polling Insights

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As Election Day dawns, America is at a historic crossroads with Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump in a tight race that could redefine the nation’s path. Each candidate is campaigning vigorously across crucial battleground states, using the final hours to lock in undecided voters and secure their bases, EKO HOT BLOG … Read more

Joe Rogan Officially Endorses Trump Ahead Of Election

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FG congratulates Trump

Renowned podcast host Joe Rogan formally endorsed Donald Trump just before the election, a development that Trump’s team quickly celebrated as a significant victory in the closing moments of their campaign. On Monday, Rogan launched his latest podcast, which includes a two-and-a-half-hour interview with billionaire X owner and prominent Trump supporter Elon Musk. Following the … Read more

Tinubu Doing Well, Some Nigerians Unfair To Him – Okupe

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An ex-presidential spokesman, Doyin Okupe, had said that Nigerians are being unfair to President Bola Tinubu. Okupe stated this when he featured on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Monday. The former Director General of Peter Obi Presidential Campaign, said going Tinubu’s estimation of the reforms of the current government, the President is doing exceedingly … Read more

Trial Begins Over Beheading Of Teacher Who Showed Prophet Muhammed Cartoon

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A trial commenced in Paris on Monday concerning the 2020 beheading of a teacher, according to reports from media outlets. Eight individuals faced court on terrorism charges related to the murder of Samuel Paty, a 47-year-old history and geography teacher in Conflans-Saint-Honorine, a suburb of Paris, as reported by French broadcaster France Bleu. Paty was … Read more

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