JAMB Opens 2026 Direct Entry Registration for Prospective University Students

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially commenced the 2026 Direct Entry (DE) registration, providing a pathway for candidates with advanced qualifications to gain admission directly into 200-level programmes in Nigerian universities and other tertiary institutions. According to the Board, the registration started on Monday, 2 March 2026, and will close on Saturday,…

Nigerian Doctor, Olawale Ogunlana, Named Among TikTok’s Top 50 Global Creators for 2026

Nigerian medical doctor Olawale Ogunlana has been recognized among the Top 50 Most Influential Creators on TikTok’s Global Discover List 2026, a prestigious ranking that celebrates creators who have not only amassed large followings but have also shaped culture, conversations, and knowledge on the platform. Widely known on TikTok as @doctorwalesmd, Dr. Ogunlana is a…

UK Imposes Emergency Brake on Study Visas for Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan

The United Kingdom government has announced a historic “emergency brake” on visa issuance for nationals of Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan, citing a sharp rise in asylum claims by individuals who initially entered the country through legal routes, including study visas. This unprecedented move, announced on 4 March 2026, will come into effect from 26…

ADMISSION INTO POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES FOR THE 2025/2026 ACADEMIC SESSION (FUTMINNA)

The Federal University of Technology, Minna hereby invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into its Postgraduate Programmes for the 2025/2026 Academic Session. Applications are open for the following categories: Admission is offered through the Postgraduate School in collaboration with the various Schools and Departments of the University. The process is competitive and strictly…

Outrage as SS3 Student Allegedly Assaulted by School Bursar at Command Secondary School, Iyana Ipaja

Public concern is mounting following allegations that a Senior Secondary School 3 student, Maryiane Okonkwo, was allegedly beaten by a school official at Command Secondary School, Iyana Ipaja, sparking widespread calls for urgent investigation and accountability. The incident, which reportedly occurred within the school premises, has generated significant reaction on social media and among concerned…