JAMB Invigilator Raises Alarm Over Poor Computer Literacy Among UTME Candidates

An invigilator at the recently concluded Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) has revealed a worrying lack of computer literacy among many candidates, highlighting a major issue in Nigeria’s education system. In a post shared on social media, the invigilator, identified as Eniolaoluwa, disclosed that in a hall of 250 students, only about 10 were able […]

Labour Issues Ultimatum: Buhari Given May 1 Deadline on Minimum Wage

The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Ayuba Wabba, has set a deadline for the signing of the Minimum Wage Bill. Speaking in Abuja on Saturday during an interview with journalists, Wabba emphasized that workers expect President Buhari to sign the bill by May 1st, after completing the necessary procedures. He reiterated that […]

Lassa Fever Outbreak in Ondo: CAN Urges Public Awareness as Over 100 Cases Confirmed

Fear has gripped residents of Ondo State following the confirmation of over 100 cases of Lassa fever in the state. The outbreak, particularly rampant in the Owo and Ose council areas, has prompted urgent calls for action. The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed concern, confirming that 80 of the cases have been verified. […]

Ondo First Lady Urges Collective Action Against Cancer on World Cancer Day

Mrs. Betty Akeredolu, the wife of Ondo State’s Governor and founder of the Breast Cancer Association of Nigeria (BRECAN), has called for a unified effort to tackle the growing cancer crisis in Nigeria. Speaking in Akure on Monday during the commemoration of World Cancer Day, she emphasized the need for concerted action and resource mobilization […]

NCC Defends Nigeria’s 31% Broadband Penetration Claim as Empirical

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has reaffirmed its claim that the country achieved 31% broadband penetration by December 2018, despite skepticism from some industry stakeholders. The commission emphasized that its data is based on reliable empirical evidence, primarily driven by growth in mobile broadband subscriptions. Responding to concerns that the penetration rate was only 22% […]

Doctor clears concerns about birth control pills

Dr. Gloria Moses, a general medical practitioner, has reassured that using birth control pills before having children does not affect a woman’s future fertility. Speaking in an interview on Sunday in Abuja, she clarified that the pills are designed to prevent pregnancy while in use and have no long-term impact on a woman’s ability to […]