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Mar

07

2024

JAMB Registrar Reports Successful Mock-UTME with 260,000 Candidates

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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) revealed that 260,000 candidates participated in the Mock-Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) across 793 computer-based test centers nationwide. The examination aimed to assess the preparedness of candidates for the main UTME scheduled to commence on April 19, 2024. Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, the JAMB Registrar, expressed satisfaction with the smooth conduct of the mock exam after monitoring the exercise in Abuja. He highlighted that the examination was designed to test the readiness of candidates for the upcoming main UTME. Mr. Oloyede also mentioned that JAMB successfully conducted recruitment examinations for the Nigerian Police the…

Mar

07

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Okezie Ikpeazu’s Marriage With The Hellenist Witches – Opinion.

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By Odo Ijere The immediate past failed governor of Abia State, Okezie Victor Ikpeazu is in my view presently ensconced with dangerous witches that trace their origins from the hellenist era of the 'thane of fife', of Macduff fame in William Shakespeare's epic drama, Macbeth. These medieval witches in a rare kindred appearance must today be entertaining a prophetic engagement in the enchanted court of Victor Okezie Ikpeazu. The witches you may agree with me are in a mission to make a hero of the despised, dishonorable and uncelebrated former governor. The prophetic dystopia of the witches which probably must…

Mar

07

2024

By David Okoye

Nigerian Air Force Conducts Airstrikes on Insurgents’ Enclaves in Katsina and Zamfara

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The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has carried out airstrikes targeting insurgents' enclaves in Katsina and Zamfara states as part of 'Operation Hadarin Daji'. The strikes aimed to eliminate terrorists and disrupt their activities in the region. In the first attack on Tuesday, the air component targeted terrorist leader Maudi Maudi, south of Tsaskiya in Safana Local Government Area (LGA) of Katsina state. Although the fate of Maudi Maudi remains unconfirmed, several terrorists were eliminated in the operation. A post-strike assessment revealed the targeted location engulfed in flames, with survivors seen fleeing to safety. Similarly, on Wednesday, another strike was conducted…

Mar

07

2024

By David Okoye

24-Year-Old Man Arraigned for Assault and Unlawful Possession of Weapons

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Samuel Olanrewaju, a 24-year-old man, appeared before the Ikorodu Magistrates’ Court in Lagos on Thursday, facing charges of assault and unlawful possession of dangerous weapons. The defendant was accused of conducting himself in a manner likely to cause a breach of peace and causing unlawful grievous harm. According to the prosecutor, Christian Okonofua, the incident occurred on March 3 in the Eyita area of Ikorodu. Mr. Olanrewaju was alleged to have been in possession of suspected banned substances, which could potentially disrupt peace in the area. The prosecution further stated that the defendant unlawfully assaulted Olanrewaju Taiwo, causing him permanent…

Mar

07

2024

By David Okoye

Nigeria to Receive MenFive Vaccine for Meningitis Outbreaks

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Nigeria is set to receive the groundbreaking MenFive vaccine, making it the first country to combat meningitis outbreaks with this new vaccine. The MenFive vaccine, developed through a 13-year collaboration between PATH and the Serum Institute of India, with support from the UK Government, targets five main strains of meningococcal meningitis, including the elusive serogroup X. The vaccine shows promise in addressing the current meningococcus C outbreak in Nigeria, offering vital protection against a range of meningitis strains prevalent in Africa. GAVI, the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunizations, highlights the significance of innovations like MenFive in combating infectious diseases…