Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Nigerian Government Launches New Curricula To Transform Basic, Secondary, And Technical Education. The Nigerian Federal Government has introduced a sweeping overhaul of the national curricula for basic, senior secondary, and technical education, set to take effect from the 2025/2026 academic session. Announced by the Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Sai’d Ahmad, on behalf of the Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, the new framework aims to reduce curriculum overload, deepen practical learning, and equip students with skills relevant to today’s global demands. The comprehensive review was conducted in collaboration with key stakeholders, including the Nigerian Educational…

Finnish Court Sentences Simon Ekpa To Six Years For Terrorism Offences. Lahti, Finland – The Päijät-Häme District Court in Finland has sentenced Simon Ekpa, a Nigerian-born former local politician, to six years in prison after convicting him of terrorism-related crimes. The ruling, delivered on Monday, 1 September 2025, found Ekpa guilty of participating in a terrorist organisation and inciting crimes for terrorist purposes, linked to separatist activities in Nigeria’s southeastern region. Ekpa, a 40-year-old resident of Lahti and former member of the National Coalition Party, was arrested on 21 November 2024 alongside four others on suspicion of terrorism-related offences.…

19-Year-Old Miracle Chukwu Secures Historic Win In Rivers State Election. Port Harcourt, Nigeria – A remarkable political breakthrough occurred on 31 August 2025, as 19-year-old Miracle Chukwu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) claimed a councillor seat in Ward 5, Oyigbo, during the Rivers State local government elections. Her victory, amid the APC’s dominant sweep of 20 out of 23 chairmanship seats, marks her as one of Nigeria’s youngest elected officials and shatters traditional age barriers in politics. The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC), chaired by Dr Michael Odey, declared the results on Sunday, praising the elections as…

South Africa And Nigeria Bolster Economic Ties With Successful 2025 Trade Mission. South Africa’s Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC), in collaboration with the South African Consulate General in Lagos, has successfully concluded the 2025 Outward Selling Trade Mission to Nigeria, held from 25–27 August. The mission, a vibrant showcase of business-to-business (B2B) engagement, aimed to strengthen trade and investment ties between two of Africa’s economic powerhouses, with a keen focus on fostering investor confidence and supporting Nigeria’s ongoing regulatory reforms. The initiative, part of South Africa’s broader strategy to expand its trade footprint across the continent, brought…

Sule Lamido Accuses APC Of Betraying Nigerians With Failed Promises. Former Jigawa State Governor and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stalwart, Sule Lamido, has delivered a scathing condemnation of the All Progressives Congress (APC), accusing the administrations of former President Muhammadu Buhari and current President Bola Tinubu of plunging Nigeria into deeper poverty and hardship. Speaking at an expanded PDP caucus meeting in Dutse, Lamido claimed the APC has consistently failed to deliver on its promises, leaving Nigerians grappling with economic collapse and widespread suffering. Lamido, a seasoned politician with over four decades of experience, did not mince words as…

Bayer Leverkusen Sack Erik ten Hag After Disappointing Start To Bundesliga Season. Bayer Leverkusen have parted ways with head coach Erik ten Hag just three months into his tenure, following a dismal start to the 2025-26 Bundesliga season. The decision, confirmed by the club’s hierarchy on Monday morning, 1 September 2025, comes after the Dutchman oversaw only three competitive matches, with the team failing to secure a league victory. Ten Hag, appointed in May to succeed Xabi Alonso, who departed for Real Madrid after guiding Leverkusen to an unbeaten domestic double in 2023-24, faced an uphill battle from the…

Tragic Loss: FCT Head Of Civil Service, Mrs Grace Adayilo, Passes Away. The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) mourns the sudden and tragic loss of Mrs Grace Adayilo, the Head of the Civil Service, who passed away in the early hours of Monday, 1 September 2025. Mrs Adayilo, a distinguished administrator and the first female and indigenous person to hold this prestigious position, reportedly collapsed and died, leaving a profound void in the FCT Administration. Mrs Adayilo, fondly known as ‘Mama Africa’, was a trailblazer in public service. Her appointment as Head of the Civil Service by President Bola…

Shock And Disruption As U.S. Embassy In Nigeria Revokes Valid Visas. The United States Embassy in Nigeria has sparked widespread concern by quietly revoking valid visas previously issued to Nigerian citizens, leaving professionals, entrepreneurs, frequent travellers, and families grappling with disrupted plans and significant financial losses. The development, which has unfolded over recent weeks, has affected dozens of Nigerians, many of whom have received formal letters instructing them to submit their passports at the U.S. Consulate in Lagos or Abuja, only to have their visas abruptly cancelled. The notices, citing Title 22, Code of Federal Regulations, Section 41.122, state…

Tragic Loss Of Twins In Abuja Over ₦28,000 Delivery Fee Highlights Healthcare Crisis. A devastating incident in Abuja has left Nigerians reeling after a pregnant woman lost her twin babies, unable to afford a ₦28,000 hospital delivery fee. The tragedy, which occurred on 30 August 2025, has intensified calls for urgent reform in the nation’s maternal healthcare system. The woman, seen trekking through Abuja’s streets in active labour, was spotted by a compassionate passer-by, Odenku Joy, who shared the story on TikTok. The heavily pregnant woman revealed she needed ₦28,000 and a referral letter from her antenatal health centre…

Food Vendor Killed By Islamists Over Alleged Blasphemy Against Prophet Muhammad In Niger State. A tragic incident has shaken the town of Kasuwan-Garba in Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State, where a female food vendor, known as Ammaye, was brutally lynched and set ablaze by a mob of angry youths on Saturday, 30 August 2025, over allegations of blasphemous remarks against Prophet Muhammad. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and renewed calls for justice, highlighting the persistent issue of mob violence in Nigeria. According to eyewitnesses, the incident began in the nearby village of Igwama, where Ammaye, a…

Deeper Life Church Relaxes Marriage Rules, Allowing Home Visits During Courtship. Pastor William Kumuyi, General Superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, has introduced significant changes to the church’s marriage guidelines, permitting couples to visit each other’s homes during courtship. The announcement, made during the 2025 Global Family and Marriage Conference, marks a shift from the church’s traditionally strict policies, which Pastor Kumuyi clarified are administrative rather than biblical mandates. The decision addresses concerns raised by a female church member, who highlighted that single women often lack sufficient insight into their prospective husbands due to restrictions on home visits.…

Tinubu Administration Champions Equitable Development Across Nigeria, Says FG. The Federal Government has robustly defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, asserting that it has consistently prioritised fairness, justice, and equity in distributing projects, appointments, and opportunities across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. In a statement addressing recent misinformation, the government highlighted its commitment to balanced development, dismissing claims of regional bias. The administration’s infrastructure agenda is a cornerstone of its equitable approach. Major projects span the nation, from the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway in the South to the Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway in the North. Data reveals the Northwest as the largest beneficiary,…