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A former Nigerian teacher who spent over a decade shaping young minds has made headlines after quitting the classroom to pursue a full-time career selling suya on the bustling streets of London. His journey — from educator to entrepreneur — has ignited widespread discussion about career choices, passion, financial reality, and the evolving definition of…

The year 2025 will be remembered by millions of Nigerians as a period when staying connected became more expensive, yet more frustrating. Across the country, mobile phone users paid significantly higher fees for data, voice calls and SMS, even as network disruptions, slow internet speeds and frequent call drops persisted. For many households and businesses…

Christmas is a time of joy, togetherness, and gratitude. Sending meaningful wishes is a beautiful way to show love and spread cheer — whether in cards, WhatsApp messages, social media posts, or heartfelt texts. Use the messages below to brighten someone’s holiday spirit! Heartfelt Christmas Wishes for Family Joyful Messages for Friends Short & Sweet…

In a disturbing twist on the holiday season, 64-year-old Mark Paulino — a “Santa for hire” based in New Jersey — has been arrested after authorities accused him of possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The arrest has rekindled deep anxieties around trust, protection of children, and the dark side of those who…

A devastating tragedy has struck Niger State following the mass abduction of schoolchildren, as a father of three kidnapped pupils reportedly died from a heart attack. The heartbreaking incident has amplified nationwide concern, intensifying the emotional weight of the already traumatic kidnapping and raising new questions about the toll insecurity is taking on ordinary families….

Nigeria is facing a severe security crisis that cuts across religious lines, and a prominent political voice has weighed in, amplifying global attention on the issue. Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, Chairman of the Senate Committee on the South East Development Commission (SEDC), has publicly affirmed that former U.S. President Donald Trump “didn’t lie” when highlighting…

A horrifying road accident has thrown the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), Ikorodu, into mourning after a sand-laden truck lost control and crushed several students along the Powerline Junction by the Ikorodu Roundabout on Saturday, November 8, 2025. Eyewitnesses reported that the unregistered truck, fully loaded with sand, suffered a brake failure…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially clarified its role in the mobilisation of ND (Part‑time) and HND (Full‑time) graduates into the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). The Board dismissed claims that it delays or obstructs the mobilisation process, providing much-needed clarity for affected graduates. Background Over the past years, ND (Part‑time) and…

The management of several Nigerian tertiary institutions has issued an important directive to all newly admitted students regarding the application process for the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) scheme. The notice, aimed at ensuring smooth access to the federal student loan initiative, outlines key steps, eligibility requirements, and payment procedures for the 2025/2026 academic session….