The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has launched a 2026 campaign to increase the enrolment of out-of-school children in Zamfara State. The campaign was launched on Monday at the JNI Model Primary School in Gusau, with the Executive Chairman of the Zamfara State Universal Basic Education Board (ZSUBEB), Nasiru Anka, calling for a shift from…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has adjusted the arrival and examination times for candidates sitting the first session of the 2027 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Under the revised schedule, candidates are now required to arrive at their designated Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres by 7:30 a.m., instead of the earlier…
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has admitted the club will experience “ups and downs” as he seeks consistency following a stuttering start to his tenure at Anfield. Iraola, who replaced the sacked Arne Slot, saw Liverpool held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by Fulham on Saturday after wins over Ipswich and Atletico Madrid. Liverpool, already off…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor and Chairman of the South-West Governors’ Forum, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will on Tuesday deliver the Centenary Lecture of the Yoruba Tennis Club (YTC) as part of activities marking the club’s 100th anniversary. The lecture, titled “Democracy, Governance and the Lagos Spirit: A Century of Excellence,” will take place at the…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria, in partnership with the Nigeria-South Africa Chamber of Commerce (NSACC), has highlighted its role in supporting indigenous businesses and strengthening local supply chains in Nigeria. The telecoms company made this known at a business breakfast session organised by MTN Nigeria and NSACC at Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos….
Manchester City secured a 1-0 victory over 10-man Manchester United as Erling Haaland’s second-half goal extended Enzo Maresca’s perfect start as manager. Phil Foden was sent off in the 23rd minute after kicking out at United captain Bruno Fernandes, but United failed to capitalise on their numerical advantage. Haaland broke the deadlock in the 60th…
By Ayomide Otitoju Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has ordered the immediate arrest of all those involved in the killing of Olalekan Oyeyemi, popularly known as “Emir Ajagungbade.” Adeleke said the incident was linked to an alleged leadership tussle over motor parks and directed security agencies to restore order across affected parks and other areas…
Brighton moved into fourth place in the Premier League after thrashing 10-man Coventry City 5-0 on Sunday, leaving Frank Lampard’s side rooted to the bottom of the table. Charalampos Kostoulas opened the scoring in the 35th minute before Malick Yalcouye doubled Brighton’s advantage shortly after half-time. Coventry’s afternoon worsened in the 53rd minute when striker…
Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has said he and Kylian Mbappe are the two best players in the world and believes he deserves to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or after a successful year with Barcelona and Spain. “For me, Mbappe and me, we’re the two best players in the world,” the 19-year-old said in an interview…
