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The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has unveiled the results of the 2023 West African Senior School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE). The Council stated that it was able to surmount challenges of insecurity, and cash policy among others, via technological innovation that saw over 91 percent of candidates’ results released 44 days after the examination ended. Addressing reporters at the national office of WAEC in Yaba, Lagos, the Head of Nigeria Office, Mr. Patrick Areghan, shared insights into the achievement and challenges faced during the examination process. He stated, “With gratitude to God Almighty, I, on behalf of the Registrar, Management,…

The ongoing Senate screening of the final ministerial nominee took an unexpected turn as the session devolved into chaos. Festus Keyamo, the former Minister of State for Labour, was facing questions when the atmosphere in the Senate chamber became disorderly. A Senator raised a point of order, criticizing Keyamo for declining an invitation from the House of Representatives during his tenure as Minister. This remark sparked a tumultuous exchange among Senators, causing disruption for over 10 minutes while Keyamo remained standing. To restore order, Senate President Godswill Akpabio intervened and reminded the Senators that they should remain silent when the…

Kwara State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahaman AbdulRazaq has approved payment of fuel subsidy removal palliative to undergraduate students of Kwara State origin in public-owned tertiary institutions in Nigeria.  All eligible applicants have between 7th August, 2023 and midnight 30th August, 2023 to register, said Professor AbdulRaheem Adaramaja, the Chairman of Government Committee on students’ palliative in a statement released on Monday. GOOD EVENING NIGERIA had reported that the governor directed the payment of N10,000 each to students of Kwara state origin studying in public-owned tertiary institutions. The students’ support is one-off in its scope and it covers only final year students…

Nigeria’s Super Falcons were the much better side on today in Brisbane but it was England who emerged victorious, sealing their spot in the quarter-finals with a penalty shootout victory of 4-2. England’s composure during the penalty shootout secured their advancement to the last eight of the tournament. Nigeria had played a 0-0 draw with England after 120 minutes. The Super Falcons held the European champions to a goalless draw until 120 minutes after Lauren James got red red-carded for stamping on Alozie. However, Desire Oparanozie and Michelle Alozie missed their spot-kicks during the penalty shoot-out. The Lionesses came out…

Nasiru Idris, the Governor of Kebbi State, has given his endorsement to the Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Service (NHFSS) and has successfully recruited 400 young individuals from the state to join its ranks. This move marks the official launch of the Service in Kebbi State. He disclosed this while speaking to journalists at the ongoing four-day departmental training of NHFSS, in the State. Represented by the Special Adviser on Political Affairs and Power, Alhaji Kabiru Sani Giant, Governor Nasiru also pledged to see that operatives of NHFSS are fully funded and provided with needed equipments and other logistics and…

The Nigerian Electricity Regulation Commission (NERC) has revealed that the federal government disbursed a total of N36 billion to subsidize electricity consumption in the first quarter of 2023. This amount, equivalent to N12 billion per month, was directed to the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading (NBET). As the entity responsible for collecting revenues from distribution companies (DisCos) on behalf of generation companies and the Transmission Company of Nigeria, NBET received N141.5 billion from the N209.2 billion invoice issued to DisCos. Recall that the total revenue collected by the 11 Distribution Companies (DisCos) in the first quarter was N247bn from the N359.3bn…

The Police Command in Nasarawa State has confirmed the abduction of the Emir of Gurku, Jibrin Mohammed and his wife by gunmen in Gurku, Karu Local Government Area of the state. DSP Ramhan Nansel, Command Public Relations Officer, confirmed the development to newsmen in Lafia on Monday, adding that the emir was abducted from his palace. According to Nansel, on Aug. 6, the Nasarawa State Police Command received a distress call that the palace of Gurku Town located 10 kilometers from Mararaba main town in Karu Local Government Area was invaded by men suspected to be kidnappers. READ ALSO: Federal,…

Republic of Niger on Monday, stands on the brink as it awaits a response from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) following the failure of coup leaders in Niamey to meet the imposed deadline for the reinstatement of the deposed president. This defiance has raised concerns of potential military intervention, a path ECOWAS has warned it might authorize. Amid the intensifying situation, ECOWAS is expected to release a statement outlining its next course of action in response to the junta’s refusal to yield to external pressure, which had demanded the restoration of power to the ousted president by…

The Acting Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adeniyi, has issued a stern caution against compromising security along the borders with Republic, Cameroon, and other neighboring countries. He also also directed that any transit goods through the Nigeria customs territory should be stopped if they are headed to Niger Republic. Adeniyi’s directive comes in the wake of Nigeria’s closure of its land borders with Niger Republic as a response to the situation arising from the military junta in the neighboring West African nation.. Adeniyi noted criminals in an attempt to break or smuggle arms into Niger Republic may explore…

In a recent social media post, Elon Musk announced that his much-discussed cage fight proposition with Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg would be broadcasted live on the social media platform X, previously known as Twitter. The two tech titans have been playfully challenging each other to a mixed martial arts (MMA) cage match in Las Vegas since June, according to Reuters. Musk revealed on X early Sunday morning, “Zuck v Musk fight will be live-streamed on X. All proceeds will go to charity for veterans.” He didn’t elaborate further on the details of the event. In a separate X post, Musk…

Women are politically very active in Nigeria and make up about 60 per cent of the crowd during campaigns and elections, according to available statistics. One would thus expect that with this level of participation, the number of women holding political positions, especially elective positions, should be significantly high. Surprisingly, however, this is far from being so in Nigeria. A survey carried out by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), showed that traditional and cultural values, illiteracy, religion and poor economic standing have continued to hurt women’s chances of winning elections in the country. Other factors included Nigeria’s rugged political…

The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-corruption Commission (PCACC) has dragged a former Managing Director of the state Agricultural Supply Company Ltd (KASCO), Alhaji Bala Mohammed, and four others to court over alleged diversion of over N4 billion grant into private accounts. Other respondents in the 10-count charge are Inuwa Mohammed; Mrs Halima Inuwa; Najib Muhammad and Incorpoated Trustees of Association of Compassionate Friends The resondents are facing trial on criminal breach of trust, criminal misappropriation and making false statements (and) or return contrary to the Penal Code and PCACC laws of Kano state before a Kano High Court. The…

The Ondo State Police Command has officially confirmed the apprehension of a man identified as Franklin Akinyosoye, on the grounds of being found in possession of a human skull within Ondo town, Ondo State. The arrest took place in the Elewuro area of the community. Franklin Akinyosoye, a 26-year-old who works as a photographer and owns a boutique, reportedly claimed ownership of the human skull. According to reports, he had concealed the skull in a bag and placed it in a corner on his house premises. His landlord discovered the bag and subsequently alerted the police, leading to the suspect’s…

Sweden secured their place in the quarter-finals of the Women’s World Cup by triumphing over the reigning champions, the United States, in a penalty shootout on Sunday. The match, which took place in Melbourne, remained deadlocked at 0-0 after the regulation 90 minutes, leading to an extended period of extra time. Throughout the contest, the United States showcased their prowess, particularly during normal play in Melbourne. In the first half, team captain Lindsey Horan narrowly missed a chance to score as her shot hit the crossbar. The second half saw impressive goalkeeping from Sweden’s Zecira Musovic, who made outstanding saves…

Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, the newly appointed National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), is set to preside over his inaugural National Working Committee (NWC) meeting on Tuesday. This marks his first official engagement since assuming leadership of the party. Ganduje’s elevation to the role of national chairman was formally endorsed during the 12th National Executive Committee meeting of the APC, which took place at the Transcorp Hilton in Abuja a mere two days ago. During the same NEC meeting, Senator Ajibola Basiru, the spokesperson for the ninth Senate, was ratified as the new National Secretary of the APC. READ…

Tech mogul Elon Musk has revealed that his social media platform, formerly known as Twitter, now rebranded as X, will extend legal support to individuals who face unfair treatment from their employers because of posting or liking something on the platform. Musk took to X on Saturday to declare, “If you were unfairly treated by your employer due to posting or liking something on this platform, we will fund your legal bill.” The offer comes with an assurance of unrestricted funding for legal expenses incurred in such situations. “And we won’t just sue, it will be extremely loud and we…

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) says it will embark on a daily peaceful protests from Wednesday as part of measures to ensure its demand are met. The association gave the notice on Saturday in a letter addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH) and made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). The letter which has ‘Notice of Nationwide Mass Protests and Picketing by NARD was signed by its President, Dr Emeka Orji and Secretary-General, Dr Chikezie Kelechi. According to the doctors, it is the decision of the National Executive Council of NARD to…

Nigeria has clinched the 2023 Women’s Afrobasket championship, marking an unprecedented fourth consecutive victory in the prestigious tournament. D’Tigress, the Nigerian women’s national basketball team, triumphed over Senegal with a final score of 84-74 in an intense showdown held at the BK Arena in Kigali, Rwanda. This victory has firmly etched Nigeria’s name in history as only the second African team, following in the footsteps of Senegal’s dominance from 1974 to 1981, to secure four consecutive titles in the competition. The impressive journey began with Nigeria claiming the championship crown in 2017, followed by triumphant victories in 2019 and 2021,…

The Association of Resident Doctors (ARD), Kaduna State Chapter, said it started an indefinite strike on Friday. The President of the association, Dr Mahmood Rufa’i, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Kaduna that all doctors were given 24 hours to hand over and/or discharge all patients in General and rural hospitals in the state. NAN reports that the association is the umbrella body of all medical doctors working under Kaduna state Ministry of Health and State Primary Healthcare Board. READ ALSO: Unqualified Contractor Installed Elevator that Killed Lagos Doctor- Medical Guild NAN also reports that the association, after…

Senators have firmly declined President Bola Tinubu’s proposal to deploy Nigerian troops to Niger Republic as part of an ECOWAS initiative aimed at restoring the ousted democratically elected president of the nation. In the aftermath of the coup that removed President Mohamed Bazoum on July 26, ECOWAS leaders issued a seven-day ultimatum for the reinstatement of constitutional order, warning of possible military intervention. The regional bloc further imposed sanctions, including Nigeria’s suspension of electricity supply and border closure with Niger. READ ALSO: Ministerial Nominees: ‘Hope is not Lost; Maybe I will come Back Again,’ says Maryam Shetty With coup leaders…