A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed an application by the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Uche Nnaji, seeking to prevent the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), from releasing his academic records. Justice Hausa Yilwa delivered the ruling on September 22, rejecting the minister’s request for an injunction in the suit marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1909/2025. Nnaji had approached the court through an ex parte motion, asking that UNN be restrained from disclosing or altering his academic records. He also sought an order compelling the university to release his transcript. After reviewing the motion, affidavits, and written submissions, the judge held…
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Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has approved an immediate extension of the retirement age for teachers from 60 to 65 years and increased the years of service from 35 to 40. The announcement was made on Sunday during the 2025 World Teachers’ Day celebration held at the Ekiti Parapo Pavilion in Ado-Ekiti. In recognition of their dedication, the governor also rewarded outstanding teachers across the state with cash gifts totalling N46 million. Governor Oyebanji said the decision to extend retirement and service years aligns with his administration’s commitment to reposition the education sector and retain experienced educators. He added…
The Nigerian Armed Forces have confirmed the arrest of 16 officers for alleged acts of indiscipline and violations of service regulations. In a statement issued by the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, the military explained that investigations revealed most of the detained officers were frustrated by repeated failures in promotion examinations, which they blamed for their perceived career stagnation. Gusau said the affected officers’ behaviour was found to be inconsistent with military standards, noting that some of them were already facing disciplinary proceedings for other offences. “The Armed Forces of Nigeria wishes to inform the public that…
Elon Musk has called on parents to cancel Netflix, saying the platform has become a cultural threat to children. Replying to a viral post by DogeDesigner that carried an image of Netflix as a Trojan horse sneaking a “transgender woke agenda” to kids, Musk wrote: “Cancel Netflix for the health of your kids.” The post quickly sparked heated debate on X, with some users backing Musk’s warning, many cancelling their subscription, and others accusing him of hypocrisy. Kisalay argued that entertainment is no longer neutral, saying, “Content isn’t neutral anymore. It used to entertain. Now it’s designed to shape beliefs…
Popular online doctor, Dr. Olufunmilayo Ogunsanya, widely known as ‘OurFavOnlineDoc,’ is suing journalist Fisayo Soyombo and the Financial Intelligence Journal (FIJ) for defamation. The move comes after FIJ published a new rape allegation against him, which Dr Ogunsanya vehemently denies, calling the report a “relentless media lynching” and a “character assassination” designed to damage his reputation. The story, published recently, features an account from a former University of Ibadan student, who falsely claims that Dr Ogunsanya invited her to a hotel in Ibadan in 2018 and forced himself on her despite her repeated refusals. According to the report, the accuser,…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has explained how reckless motorists killed five of its operatives while on official duties at various parts of the country. It also revealed that the Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohammed has directed the immediate prosecution of the motorists involved in the incidents. FRSC revealed this in a statement issued by the Corps Public Education Officer, (CPEO), Olusegun Ogungbemide on behalf of the Corps Marshall on Tuesday. Mohammed said that the directive was to ensure that those responsible were brought to justice and to serve as a deterrent to others who undermined road safety and…
Arise Television presenter and producer, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagw, popularly known as Sommie, has died following an armed robbery attack at her residence in the Katampe area of Abuja. The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) commissioner of police, Ajao Adewale, confirmed that the 29-year-old journalist lost her life in the early hours of Monday after jumping from the third floor of her apartment in panic during the incident. According to Adewale, armed men invaded the residential compound and shot one of the private security guards on duty, triggering fear among occupants. He said Sommie, who lived on the top floor, attempted to…
Former Kano State Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has been accused of diverting Kano State’s 20 percent equity in the multibillion-naira Dala Inland Dry Port to his children while simultaneously awarding a contract worth over N4 billion for infrastructure at the same facility to a firm linked to his family, according to an investigation by Premium Times. The probe revealed that Kano State originally acquired its stake in the project in 2006 under Governor Ibrahim Shekarau, following a federal policy that allocated 20 percent ownership each to the federal and state governments while private investors controlled the remaining 60 percent. Businessman…
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed National Security Presidential Memorandum 7 (NSPM-7), directing federal agencies to identify and dismantle domestic terrorism networks linked to radical left-wing ideologies. The memorandum specifically targets individuals and organizations expressing views considered anti-Christian, anti-American, anti-capitalist, anti-migration, anti-family, anti-religion, and anti-morality. It also includes those perceived to support efforts to overthrow the U.S. government. The policy aims to prevent potential crimes by investigating and disrupting entities involved in political violence and intimidation. The signing comes in the wake of the September 10, 2025, murder of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. While authorities have…
APC screening committee clears Gov Oyebanji and Mrs Atinuke Omolayo for PrimariesGrants Engr Kayode Ojo provisional clearance as he is unable to get 5 mandatory valid nominations per LGA and a weighty petition against him, with final decision referred to the party’s National working committee Disqualifies Mrs Abimbola Olajumoke