2027: 22 political parties submit membership registers to INEC

<img width="1400" height="1400" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/INEC-1.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/INEC-1.jpg 1400w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/INEC-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/INEC-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/INEC-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/INEC-1-80x80.jpg 80w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px" /> <p><br>The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has confirmed that all 22 registered political parties in Nigeria have submitted their membership registers in compliance with the Electoral Act 2026 ahead of the 2027 general elections.</p> <p>This was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by Mohammed Kudu Haruna, Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee.</p> <p>“The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) wishes to inform Nigerians and stakeholders in the electoral process that all 22 registered political parties have successfully submitted their membership registers to the Commission in compliance with the Electoral Act 2026,” INEC said.</p> <p>According to the Commission, the submission followed an extension granted to political parties after concerns were raised over the initial deadline during a meeting held on March 24, 2026.</p> <p>INEC stated that although the original deadline for submission was fixed for April 21, 2026, it was later shifted to May 10, 2026, in line with Section 77(4) of the Electoral Act 2026 and the timetable for party primaries.</p> <p>The Commission noted that all political parties successfully submitted their membership registers by May 8, 2026, two days before the extended deadline.</p> <p>It explained that parties were permitted to conduct their primaries between April 23 and May 30, 2026, while party membership registers were required to be submitted no later than 21 days before their respective primaries.</p> <p>INEC added that the submitted registers would undergo verification in line with the law, reaffirming its commitment to conducting free, fair, credible, and inclusive elections in 2027.</p> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="723" height="1024" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/1000444594-723x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-1370033" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/1000444594-723x1024.jpg 723w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/1000444594-212x300.jpg 212w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/1000444594.jpg 904w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 723px) 100vw, 723px" /></figure> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/15/2027-22-political-parties-submit-membership-registers-to-inec/">2027: 22 political parties submit membership registers to INEC</a></p>

Rebirth of NiMet: Anosike’s reforms transforming Nigeria’s climate agency — Centre

<img width="1080" height="719" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_8441.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_8441.jpg 1080w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_8441-300x200.jpg 300w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_8441-1024x682.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px" /> <p><br>First Green White Resources Centre, FGWR, has described the ongoing transformation at the Nigerian Meteorological Agency as a major institutional rebirth driven by reforms, staff welfare improvements, digital innovation, and strategic climate initiatives under the leadership of its Director-General and Chief Executive Officer, Charles Anosike.</p> <p>A statement signed by its founder and CEO, Mr Bonaventure Philip Melah titled,&nbsp;<em>“Rebirth of Nigerian Meteorological Agency: Sustaining Climate Science For Action,”</em>&nbsp;Melah wrote that “for the management of NiMet, the past two years and a few months have been marked by unprecedented achievements,” adding that workers are “counting the many bountiful harvests that are outcomes of the initiatives, policies, reforms and schemes” introduced under the current leadership.</p> <p>According to him, one of the most significant milestones recorded by the management was the Federal Government’s approval of a new consolidated salary structure and revised conditions of service for NiMet workers, ending nearly 28 years without a review of the agency’s conditions of service.</p> <p>The approvals, contained in a letter from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation to the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission, take effect from&nbsp;June 1, 2026.</p> <p>Melah noted that previous efforts by former managements to review workers’ conditions of service had failed due to bureaucratic bottlenecks, which he said left “the taste of ash in the mouth of the workers.”</p> <p>He recalled that Anosike was appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in December 2023 and has since introduced reforms covering infrastructure upgrade, digitalisation of weather and climate forecasting operations, early warning systems, and ICT modernisation.</p> <p>He added that NiMet has invested heavily in staff training and professional development “to ensure that operations comply with international best practices and at optimal standards.”</p> <p>He further noted that NiMet has become a preferred destination for young professionals across Nigeria and West Africa seeking careers in meteorology through its training institutions in Lagos and Katsina.</p> <p>The institutions, he said, operate in line with global standards, with programmes designed to strengthen global capacity to “observe, understand and predict weather, climate and water-related phenomena.”</p> <p>Melah added that the institutions recently secured accreditation from the National Board for Technical Education, with plans underway to upgrade them into polytechnics and postgraduate diploma-awarding institutions.</p> <p>He also highlighted Anosike’s recent recognition at the 2026 Educational Excellence Award ceremony held at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, where he was praised for “turning meteorological science into learning, training, and capacity that reaches classrooms, universities, and young professionals across the country.”</p> <p>Melah noted that NiMet has strengthened early warning systems to provide more accurate and timely forecasts, adding that these systems are now reaching farmers, local governments, and disaster managers “in real time, often through digital platforms and mobile networks.”</p> <p>He further wrote that the agency has introduced AI-powered forecasting tools and digital climate advisory services, ensuring that “no community is left behind” through translation of forecasts into local languages.</p> <p>According to him, these reforms were made possible through partnerships with universities, development agencies, and private sector players aimed at expanding weather stations and training climate scientists.</p> <p>One of the most recent collaborations, he said, was the Memorandum of Understanding signed between NiMet and the Central Bank of Nigeria on climate and economic data sharing.</p> <p>Speaking at the signing ceremony in Abuja, Anosike said: “Integrating weather and climate data into economic research is especially important in sectors such as agriculture, energy, and transportation,” adding that extreme weather events “can reduce agricultural productivity and threaten food security.”</p> <p>He also linked the collaboration to the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu, which prioritises food security through agricultural investments and mechanised farming.</p> <p>Citing global reports, Anosike warned that climate change was worsening food insecurity across Africa, noting that millions across the continent continue to face rising hunger due to extreme weather patterns.</p> <p>In his remarks, Dr. Mohammed Sani Abdullahi of the CBN said the partnership marked an important step in strengthening “timely and reliable data” for economic policy decisions, adding that such information is critical for inflation monitoring and agricultural sector planning.</p> <p>Beyond institutional reforms, Melah said the agency has introduced several welfare initiatives for workers, including payment of inherited 45-month minimum wage arrears covering 2019 to 2022, furniture allowances, staff transport services, improved training programmes, retirement honour ceremonies, and stronger engagement with labour unions.</p> <p>He concluded that the reforms had repositioned NiMet as a key institution in Nigeria’s climate governance architecture, while also calling on workers to demonstrate greater commitment, noting that “to whom much is given, much more is expected.”</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/15/rebirth-of-nimet-anosikes-reforms-transforming-nigerias-climate-agency-centre/">Rebirth of NiMet: Anosike’s reforms transforming Nigeria’s climate agency — Centre </a></p>

CJN, NCC seek stronger judicial role in telecoms, online safety

<img width="1500" height="720" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/NCC-and-NJI-.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/NCC-and-NJI-.jpg 1500w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/NCC-and-NJI--300x144.jpg 300w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/NCC-and-NJI--1024x492.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /> <p>The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Motonmori Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun, and the Nigerian Communications Commission’s Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NCC, Aminu Maida, have called for a more technologically informed judiciary to tackle professionally the emerging legal challenges in Nigeria’s rapidly growing digital economy.</p> <p>They both spoke at the Workshop for Judges on Legal Issues in Telecommunications held in Lagos and organised by the National Judicial Institute in collaboration with the NCC.</p> <p>The workshop was themed&nbsp;<em>“Adjudicating in the Digital Era: The Judiciary’s Imperative in Connectivity, Infrastructure Protection and Online Safety</em>.” It assembled justices, judges, regulators, industry stakeholders, and security agencies to scrutinize and analyze the growing intersection between law, telecommunications, cybersecurity, and digital governance.</p> <p>Represented by Hon. Justice I.M.M. Saulawa, the CJN said the emergence of digital technology had fundamentally transformed governance, commerce, education, financial systems, and social interaction, hence the judiciary cannot be left out.</p> <p>“The Judiciary cannot remain detached from these developments. The law must respond to changing realities while preserving the principles that sustain justice and social order,” she said.</p> <p>She noted that courts are increasingly being called upon over cases on digital communications, cyber-related crimes, online conduct, data governance, privacy violations, misinformation, and infrastructure protection.</p> <p>According to her, telecommunications infrastructure has become “an essential foundation for commerce, governance, education, financial systems, and social engagement,” warning that disruptions to communication systems carry serious consequences for both businesses and society.</p> <p>She insisted that regulatory institutions must work in sync with the judiciary, saying, “In a constitutional democracy governed by the Rule of Law, judgments of courts are not merely advisory opinions; they constitute authoritative statements of the law.”</p> <p>In his address, Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NCC, Aminu Maida, said Nigeria’s digital economy had witnessed significant expansion driven by increased internet penetration, digital payments, e-commerce, startups, and emerging technologies.</p> <p>“Nigerians are consuming data at unprecedented levels,” Maida said, disclosing that more than 1.42 million terabytes of data were consumed in March 2026 alone, compared to 995,000 terabytes recorded in the same month of 2025.</p> <p>He added that broadband penetration rose from 47.7 per cent to 54.3 per cent within the same period, while telecommunications operators invested over $1 billion in network expansion in 2025.</p> <p>“These demonstrate both the sector’s resilience as well as its critical contribution to Nigeria’s economic growth and social cohesion,” he said.</p> <p>Maida warned that despite the growth, the sector has remained vulnerable to vandalism, fibre cuts, theft of telecommunications equipment, cybercrime, identity fraud, and online artacks.</p> <p>“Telecommunications infrastructure has now been officially designated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as Critical National Information Infrastructure,” he stated, adding that the designation further stressed the sector’s importance to national security and economic stability.</p> <p>He disclosed that the NCC was collaborating with security agencies and the Office of the National Security Adviser to combat vandalism and cyber-related crimes, including disrupting syndicates involved in the theft and resale of telecom equipment.</p> <p>Maida also said the Commission had introduced the Telecommunications Identity Risk Management System to tackle SIM-related fraud and identity abuse, while partnering with the Central Bank of Nigeria to combat electronic fraud linked to phone numbers.</p> <p>Chairman of the NCC Board of Commissioners, Chief Idris Olorunnimbe, in his goodwill message, described the judiciary as critical to shaping a secure and innovation-driven digital future for Nigeria.</p> <p>According to him, the workshop provided, “a timely platform for constructive engagement between the judiciary, regulators, law enforcement institutions, policymakers, and industry operators on the legal and governance challenges arising within the digital ecosystem.”</p> <p>Olorunnimbe is hopeful the deliberations would “contribute meaningfully to the development of sound jurisprudence that supports innovation, protects citizens, safeguards critical infrastructure, and promotes a secure and resilient digital future for Nigeria.”</p> <p>Presentations and panel discussions on telecommunications infrastructure resilience, artificial intelligence, cybercrime prevention, subscriber identity management, online harms, and internet governance were all featured at the workshop.&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/15/cjn-ncc-seek-stronger-judicial-role-in-telecoms-online-safety/">CJN, NCC seek stronger judicial role in telecoms, online safety</a></p>

Katsina: Gov Radda increases student bursary by 100%

<img width="1200" height="720" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Dikko-Radda.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Dikko-Radda.jpg 1200w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Dikko-Radda-300x180.jpg 300w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Dikko-Radda-1024x614.jpg 1024w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Dikko-Radda-1000x600.jpg 1000w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Dikko-Radda-590x354.jpg 590w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Dikko-Radda-400x240.jpg 400w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /> <p>The Katsina State Executive Council, chaired by Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has approved the increment of student bursary in the state by 100 percent.</p> <p>The Council also approved projects and programmes aimed at developing human capital and strengthening critical infrastructure across the state.</p> <p>The approvals emerged from the 8th Regular Meeting of the Council held on Wednesday, May 13th, 2026, at the General Muhammadu Buhari, GMB, House, Katsina.</p> <p>A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, said the outcome of the meeting was revealed during a press briefing presided by the Commissioner of Information and Culture, Dr. Bala Salisu Zango.</p> <p>Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Bashir Tanimu Gambo, announced the approval of a special merit-based scholarship programme for the top 50 overall best students in each of the 34 Local Government Areas.</p> <p>&#8220;The package includes complete payment of tuition and other fees, as well as yearly stipend for eligible candidates. This scholarship ensures that talented students have the opportunity to further their studies without financial constraint,&#8221; Gambo stated.</p> <p>Executive Secretary of the Scholarship Board, Dr. Aminu Salisu, noted that the initiative is aimed at removing financial barriers to education, especially for citizens from low income families.</p> <p>The Council enrolled an additional 361 candidate trainees in the second batch of the Dikko Radda Agripreneurship Training and Empowerment Scheme at Makera Songhai Training Center, Dutsin-ma.</p> <p>The training programme builds youth capacity in innovative integrated agricultural systems, crop production, livestock, aquaculture, agro-processing, and agri-business development.</p> <p>Similarly, the Council awarded a contract for completion of the new Modern Pump House and associated accessories at Ajiwa Water Works. The project aims to restore pumping capacity and boost water supply to Katsina metropolis and surrounding communities.</p> <p>In the same vein, the Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Surajo Yazid Abukur, announced major sports developments.</p> <p>&#8220;The Council approved Phase III of the Charanchi Township Stadium, which includes construction of a standard football pitch, stone-base course, multi-purpose indoor sports hall, and Type B pavilion. This will transform the stadium into a modern sporting centre,&#8221; Abukur said.</p> <p>He added that the Council also approved installation of lead-free FIFA Quality Pro-Generation Hybrid Synthetic Grass at Malumfashi and Funtua Township stadiums.</p> <p>&#8220;These projects will transform the two stadiums to international standards and enhance the spirit of sportsmanship among our youth,&#8221; the commissioner stated.</p> <p>Professor Saifulahi Sani, Statistician General of Katsina State, presented the adoption and dissemination of the General Household Survey, GHS, 2025.</p> <p>&#8220;The survey will serve as statewide baseline data for implementing result-based integrated rural transformation models. It will address data deficiency that has affected strategic planning in various MDAs and among development partners,&#8221; Sani explained.</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/14/katsina-gov-radda-increases-student-bursary-by-100/">Katsina: Gov Radda increases student bursary by 100%</a></p>

Rep Manu Soro bows out of 2027 elections

<img width="1400" height="1400" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Manu-Soro.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Manu-Soro.jpg 1400w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Manu-Soro-300x300.jpg 300w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Manu-Soro-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Manu-Soro-150x150.jpg 150w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Manu-Soro-80x80.jpg 80w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px" /> <p>The member representing Darazo-Ganjuwa Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Mansur Manu Soro, has announced that he will not participate in the 2027 general elections.</p> <p>His decision was conveyed in a statement dated May 11, 2026, and signed by his Legislative Aide, Safiyanu Ibrahim Darazo.&nbsp;</p> <p>According to the statement, the lawmaker will neither contest for the Bauchi Central Senatorial seat nor seek re-election for the Darazo-Ganjuwa Federal Constituency.</p> <p>The statement noted that Manu Soro expressed appreciation to the people of Darazo-Ganjuwa, the Peoples Democratic Party, and Bala Mohammed for the support and confidence reposed in him during the 2023 elections, which led to his return to the National Assembly.</p> <p>Despite stepping away from electoral politics, the lawmaker assured constituents of his continued commitment to the development of the constituency, particularly in the areas of education and healthcare.</p> <p>He highlighted some of his projects, including gifted primary and secondary schools, a National Open University of Nigeria study centre, and four pediatric hospitals established across the constituency.</p> <p>It would be recalled that Manu Soro resigned from the PDP on May 1, 2026, blaming persistent internal crises and unresolved divisions within the party over the past two years.</p> <p>Following his exit from the PDP, he defected to the Allied Peoples Movement, fueling speculation that he planned to contest either the Bauchi Central Senatorial seat or return to the House of Representatives under the platform of the party.</p> <p>Attempts to obtain the reaction of the APM State Chairman, Auwal Isah, were unsuccessful, as calls placed to him were not answered and text messages sent to his phone had not been replied to as of the time of filing the report.</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/14/rep-manu-soro-bows-out-of-2027-elections/">Rep Manu Soro bows out of 2027 elections</a></p>

Poor Network: NCC assures Nigerians of improved telecom services

<img width="800" height="450" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ncc.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ncc.jpg 800w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ncc-300x169.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /> <p>The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has reassured the citizens of Nigeria that the ongoing investments and regulatory measures in the telecommunications sector are starting to produce enhancements in service quality throughout the nation.</p> <p>In a statement released by the Commission’s Head of Public Affairs, Nnenna Ukoha, the NCC recognised the increasing public apprehension regarding inadequate call quality, sluggish internet speeds, unreliable data services, and network interruptions impacting consumers in various regions of the country.</p> <p>The Commission emphasised that telecommunications services have become essential for business, education, healthcare, and daily communication, asserting that consumers are entitled to dependable services and value for their money.</p> <p>As stated by the NCC, enhancing Quality of Service has remained a primary regulatory focus over the last two years, with heightened oversight of Mobile Network Operators, Internet Service Providers, and Tower Companies to tackle structural issues hindering service delivery.</p> <p>The Commission revealed that telecom operators made significant investments in infrastructure improvements in 2025, with Mobile Network Operators allocating over N2.13 trillion, while Tower Companies dedicated an additional N373.8 billion to network expansion and modernisation initiatives nationwide.</p> <p>It noted that these investments resulted in the addition and enhancement of more than 2,800 telecom sites, including the deployment of faster 4G and 5G services, expansion of fibre backhaul, and increased network capacity in urban and underserved areas.</p> <p>The NCC further disclosed that the sector’s expansion efforts are ongoing in 2026, with operators pledging to deploy and upgrade over 12,000 additional sites throughout the year. It also mentioned that nearly 3,000 sites have already been completed, along with the rollout of more than 730 new 5G sites across 27 states.</p> <p>The Commission has also emphasised its initiatives to enhance spectrum efficiency by reallocating and restructuring unused radio spectrum among leading operators, with the goal of improving network performance and service quality.</p> <p>As per the NCC, recent Quality of Service evaluations reveal gradual enhancements in network coverage, capacity, and internet download speeds. It observed that 4G penetration rose from 45 percent in January 2024 to 54 percent at present, while median download speeds increased from 16.5Mbps to 20Mbps.</p> <p>However, the regulator acknowledged that certain regions continue to suffer from inadequate service quality, congestion, and unstable connectivity, asserting that operators must expedite their improvement efforts.</p> <p>The Commission also pointed out external factors impacting network performance, such as vandalism, theft of telecommunications infrastructure, frequent fibre cuts, and power-related interruptions.</p> <p>It reported that over 27,000 preventable fibre-cut incidents were documented in 2025 alone, primarily associated with road construction activities and vandalism, which directly affect network availability and consumer experience.</p> <p>To tackle this issue, the NCC stated it is working in conjunction with the Office of the National Security Adviser and relevant stakeholders to implement the Presidential Order on Critical National Information Infrastructure and to combat the activities of criminal groups involved in telecom equipment theft.</p> <p>Furthermore, the Commission indicated that operators are now required to promptly inform consumers during significant service outages and to restore services within designated timeframes. It mentioned that outage reports are being recorded through its Major Network Outages Reporting Portal.</p> <p>The NCC reiterated that the enforcement of the Quality of Service Regulations 2024 commenced in November 2025, cautioning that operators who fail to meet the expected service standards will face regulatory penalties, including consumer compensation measures and additional investment requirements.</p> <p>The Commission urged federal, state, and local governments, along with host communities, to assist in initiatives focused on safeguarding telecommunications infrastructure and fostering a conducive environment for ongoing investment in the sector.</p> <p>&#8220;The expectation is unequivocal: the industry is now required to provide tangible enhancements, and the Commission will persist in enforcing compliance for the benefit of consumers and the broader economy,&#8221; the statement further noted.</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/14/poor-network-ncc-assures-nigerians-of-improved-telecom-services/">Poor Network: NCC assures Nigerians of improved telecom services</a></p>

Tansian University denies reports of priest engaging in sexual act with female student

<img width="1256" height="530" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Tansian-University.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Tansian-University.jpg 1256w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Tansian-University-300x127.jpg 300w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Tansian-University-1024x432.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1256px) 100vw, 1256px" /> <p>Tansian University, Umunya, a faith-based tertiary institution in Anambra State, has reacted to viral video on social media claiming that a priest and member of management of the institution was caught in sexual act with a female student.</p> <p>The video which has been trending on social media showed a man identified as a priest from the institution&#8217;s campus in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area, being beaten and stripped by some female students.</p> <p>Unverified reports claimed the man was caught having sex with a female student in a hostel, but the management of the institution has debunked the story as falsehood.</p> <p>In a statement signed by the Public Relation Officer of the university, Barr Boniface Amalu, the management said there was no truth in the rumour, and that the institution has reported the matter to the police for investigation.</p> <p>Amalu said: &#8220;The management of Tansian University, Umunya, Anambra state categorically refute deny and condemn the allegation of sexual harassment leveled against a priest associated with our esteemed institution.</p> <p>&#8220;The university states without any hesitation, that no such incident as alleged took place within/outside the university premises between the said priest and any female student.&#8221;</p> <p>The institution said the accusation was the handiwork of its detractors who seek to lower the hard earned reputation of the university.</p> <p>The management assured students, parents, guardians, stakeholders in education and the general public to disregard the allegation, adding that the matter has been dully reported to the police for full investigation. The institution said it can never condone such behavior, being a faith-based university.</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/13/tansian-university-denies-reports-of-priest-engaging-in-sexual-act-with-female-student/">Tansian University denies reports of priest engaging in sexual act with female student</a></p>

Abducted Benue man killed while attempting to escape from captivity

<img width="1200" height="720" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Benue.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Benue.jpg 1200w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Benue-300x180.jpg 300w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Benue-1024x614.jpg 1024w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Benue-1000x600.jpg 1000w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Benue-590x354.jpg 590w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Benue-400x240.jpg 400w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /> <p>A staff of the Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Mr. Orseer Nyagu, has been killed after being abducted along the&nbsp;Agagbe-Naka&nbsp;road in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State.</p> <p>According to accounts from family members and colleagues, Nyagu was abducted alongside two other persons while travelling from Agagbe to Naka along the Agagbe-Naka road.</p> <p>Sources said he allegedly lost his life while attempting to escape from captivity.</p> <p>Sources close to the family disclosed that the kidnappers contacted his relatives after about two days in captivity and allegedly demanded a ransom of N15M for the victims’ release.</p> <p>The amount was reportedly negotiated down to N500,000.</p> <p>However, before the ransom payment could be completed,&nbsp;Nyagu&nbsp;allegedly attempted to escape from the kidnappers’ custody.</p> <p>He was reportedly killed during the process.</p> <p>The two other victims who remained with the abductors were later released and safely reunited with their families, according to community sources.</p> <p>Residents, friends, and colleagues of the deceased have described him as a promising young worker whorecently secured employment with&nbsp;SUBEB.</p> <p>In a tribute shared online, Ukan&nbsp;Kurugh, lamented the worsening insecurity affecting several communities in Benue State.</p> <p>He described the late&nbsp;Nyagu&nbsp;as the son of his former primary school teacher and called for urgent action to address rising cases of kidnapping and violence along rural roads.</p> <p>The killing has once again drawn attention to persistent insecurity in parts of Benue State, particularly in rural communities where residents and commuters reportedly remain vulnerable to attacks and abductions.</p> <p>As of the time of filing this report, efforts to get a response from the spokesperson of the Benue State Police Command,DSP, Udeme Edet was not successful.</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/13/abducted-benue-man-killed-while-attempting-to-escape-from-captivity/">Abducted Benue man killed while attempting to escape from captivity</a></p>

NUT rejects FG plan to exempt NCE candidates from UTME

<img width="1200" height="675" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/NUT-e1520340478476-1280x720.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/NUT-e1520340478476-1280x720.jpg 1200w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/NUT-e1520340478476-1280x720-300x169.jpg 300w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/NUT-e1520340478476-1280x720-1024x576.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /> <p>The Nigeria Union of Teachers, NUT, has opposed the Federal Government’s decision to exempt candidates seeking admission into the Nigeria Certificate in Education, NCE, programme from writing the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, warning that the move could further undermine standards in teacher education.</p> <p>The union’s National President, Audu Amba, made the position known on&nbsp;Tuesday&nbsp;in Abuja during a sensitisation workshop for teachers organised by 21st Century in collaboration with the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria, TRCN.</p> <p>Amba expressed concern over what he described as a steady decline in the quality of candidates gaining admission into colleges of education, noting that many top-performing students now prioritise universities, leaving education colleges as last-choice institutions.</p> <p>He warned that the trend poses a long-term risk to the quality of teaching in Nigeria, insisting that entry into the teaching profession should attract some of the country’s strongest academic performers.</p> <p>According to him, colleges of education should not be seen as fallback institutions for candidates who fail to secure university admission.</p> <p>“Why can’t we now say that anyone going to College of Education to become a teacher&nbsp;tomorrow&nbsp;must be among the highest-scoring candidates in UTME?” He asked.</p> <p>“Colleges of Education are supposed to have the best candidates, but unfortunately, when people fail to secure university admission, they are told to go and manage NCE,” he added.</p> <p>In her keynote address, the Registrar of the TRCN, Dr Ronke Soyombo, stressed the need to urgently reposition teachers for the demands of a fast-changing digital economy.</p> <p>She noted that the future of education in Nigeria depends on educators who are technologically skilled, innovative, professionally competent, and capable of equipping learners with modern-day competencies.</p> <p>Also speaking, the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, represented by Dr Iyabo Ali, called for continuous capacity development for teachers, saying educators must consistently upgrade their digital and innovative skills to meet global standards.</p> <p>Other stakeholders at the event, including the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, represented by Dr Mary Aba, and Senate Minority Leader, Senator Abba Moro, emphasised the need for stronger collaboration and professional commitment within the education sector.</p> <p>Senator Moro, however, raised concerns about the deteriorating condition of Nigeria’s education system, warning that over 70 percent of schools lack adequate learning and teaching facilities.</p> <p>He cautioned that the growing gap between teachers and their working environment could pose a serious threat to the country’s educational foundation and future development.</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/13/nut-rejects-fg-plan-to-exempt-nce-candidates-from-utme/">NUT rejects FG plan to exempt NCE candidates from UTME</a></p>

UNN slams critic, Alex Onyia for ’embarrassing’ school

<img width="1280" height="719" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/university-of-nigeria-nsukka-unn.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/university-of-nigeria-nsukka-unn.jpg 1280w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/university-of-nigeria-nsukka-unn-300x169.jpg 300w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/university-of-nigeria-nsukka-unn-1024x575.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px" /> <p>The University of Nigeria Nsukka, has condemned the recent criticisms made by an education advocate, Alex Onyia, over the state infrastructure at the institution.</p> <p>&nbsp;A statement by the Public Relations Officer of the University,&nbsp;Mr Agha Egwu Inya,&nbsp;alleged that Onyia arrived at the university with an ulterior motive and a television crew, ready to document the deteriorating infrastructure, particularly at Eni-Njoku hostel, contrary to his original and official engagement to the Institution.</p> <p>Inya expressed the university&#8217;s embarrassment, claiming that Onyia&#8217;s actions portrayed the institution in a negative light before the public.</p> <p>In the statement&nbsp;shared by Onyia himself, on his official page, seeking public opinion,&nbsp;the university official compared his conduct with that of Chukwuma Soludo, describing the governor as an example of what was termed “true alumni spirit.”</p> <p>The statement further alleged that Onyia, who was invited to deliver the Herbert Macaulay Memorial Lecture organised by his faculty, shifted attention from mentorship and intellectual engagement to criticisms about hostel conditions within the institution.</p> <p>According to the university official, the management under Vice Chancellor Prof. Simon Uchenna Ortuanya had already commenced steps toward hostel renovation before the controversy emerged.</p> <p>Inya lamented, “What makes this behaviour particularly unfair is that he was most likely aware that the university management had already awarded contracts for the renovation of some of the hostels,” the statement read.</p> <p>The statement also criticised Onyia’s comments during a television interview where he allegedly described the university environment as “stinking.”</p> <p>It further addressed claims concerning an alleged eviction involving a visually impaired student, stating that the allegation was later disputed by the university authorities and other groups, including the National Association of Nigerian Students.</p> <p>“The contradiction of Mr Onyia’s claims by multiple independent voices inevitably raises serious questions about his intentions and credibility,” the statement added.</p> <p>The university official questioned the objective behind Onyia’s criticism of the institution.</p> <p>According to the statement, concerns were raised over whether the criticisms were intended to seek improvements within the university or draw public attention to the institution’s challenges.</p> <p>The statement added that concerns about the university should be addressed through engagement and support.</p> <p>The official also referenced Soludo’s recent visit to the university, noting that the governor acknowledged some ongoing infrastructural improvements within the campus despite existing challenges facing public tertiary institutions.</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/12/unn-slams-critic-alex-onyia-for-embarrassing-school/">UNN slams critic, Alex Onyia for &#8217;embarrassing&#8217; school</a></p>

You failed my people – Adamawa South senator, Yaroe tells Tinubu, APC

<img width="1024" height="1024" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/1000005593.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/1000005593.jpg 1024w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/1000005593-300x300.jpg 300w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/1000005593-150x150.jpg 150w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/1000005593-80x80.jpg 80w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /> <p>Senator Binos Dauda Yaroe who represents Adamawa South Zone in the National Assembly has refused to join the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, saying the party has failed his people.&nbsp;</p> <p>Dauda defected from the Peoples Democratic Party earlier. He insisted that it would have been a betrayal of trust if he had moved to the APC.&nbsp;</p> <p>He said during an event that continued neglect of the Adamawa Southern zone by the Federal Government leaves him with nothing to campaign for the APC-led President Bola Ahmed Tinubu government.&nbsp;</p> <p>Senator Yaroe who is now in the African Democrafic Congress, ADC, said he would have considered defecting to the APC if it would guarantee presidential assent to his proposed Federal University of Education, Numan bill.</p> <p>He said after investing years of legislative effort and resources into the bill, its rejection by the presidency became a painful setback for both him and his people.</p> <p>Speaking in Numan while making his declaration to seek re-election to the Senate under ADC, Yaroe said, &#8220;If they had told me that joining APC would guarantee the passage of the Federal University of Education Numan bill, I would have risked my political future for the interest of my people.&nbsp;</p> <p>&#8220;But after everything we did at the Senate, the bill was denied assent. How then do I go to my people and campaign for APC? There is practically nothing to show them.”</p> <p>He charged that apart from the university issue, southern Adamawa has remained one of the most neglected regions in Nigeria despite comprising nine local government areas.</p> <p>He boasted that he was one of 15 senators who resisted pressure to join the APC.</p> <p>“Senatorial representation is a trust. I cannot betray the people who elected me simply to protect my political interest,” he said.&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/12/you-failed-my-people-adamawa-south-senator-yaroe-tells-tinubu-apc/">You failed my people &#8211; Adamawa South senator, Yaroe tells Tinubu, APC </a></p>

Pride of Nigeria – Sultan of Sokoto celebrates Afenifere leader, Fasoranti at 100

<img width="780" height="470" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Pride-of-Nigeria-Sultan-of-Sokoto-celebrates-Afenifere-leader-Fasoranti-at-100.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Pride-of-Nigeria-Sultan-of-Sokoto-celebrates-Afenifere-leader-Fasoranti-at-100.jpg 780w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Pride-of-Nigeria-Sultan-of-Sokoto-celebrates-Afenifere-leader-Fasoranti-at-100-300x181.jpg 300w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Pride-of-Nigeria-Sultan-of-Sokoto-celebrates-Afenifere-leader-Fasoranti-at-100-400x240.jpg 400w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px" /> <p>The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has described elder statesman and leader of Afenifere, Reuben Fasoranti, as a pride of Nigeria and a national asset.</p> <p>Celebrating Fasoranti on his 100th birthday, Abubakar said the contributions of the elder statesman to nation-building remain invaluable.</p> <p>A statement signed by Prince Bashir Adefaka, on behalf of the Sultan of Sokoto, noted that Pa Fasoranti’s &#8220;remarkable longevity and enduring relevance across different phases of Nigeria’s political history before, during, and after the era of the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, stand as a testament to a life of exemplary service and leadership.&#8221;</p> <p>The Sultan praised the centenarian statesman for his immense contributions to education, governance, and national development, particularly highlighting his pioneering role as first principal of Anglican Grammar School, Iju-Itaogbolu in Akure North in 1957, as well as his service as Commissioner for Finance in the administration of the late Chief Michael Adekunle Ajasin in the old Ondo State.</p> <p>According to the Sultan, “Chief Reuben Fasoranti has served Nigeria with distinction and dedication. Having contributed immensely to the greatness of this country, it is only fitting that Nigeria continues to honour and celebrate him as one of its most distinguished elder statesmen.”</p> <p>He added that Nigerians who believe in the unity, peace, and progress of the country should continue to celebrate and pray for the elder statesman, while asking God to grant him continued strength and good health.</p> <p>“We join his family, associates, admirers, and all lovers of peace and unity in congratulating him on this remarkable milestone. We pray that Almighty God continues to bless him and make him a greater blessing to Ondo State, where he has made significant contributions to nation-building, and to Nigeria as a whole,” the Sultan said.</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/12/pride-of-nigeria-sultan-of-sokoto-celebrates-afenifere-leader-fasoranti-at-100/">Pride of Nigeria &#8211; Sultan of Sokoto celebrates Afenifere leader, Fasoranti at 100</a></p>

UMC Nigeria urges restraint as court rejects GMCN stay of execution

<img width="1365" height="2048" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Ande-Emmanuel.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Ande-Emmanuel.jpg 1365w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Ande-Emmanuel-200x300.jpg 200w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Ande-Emmanuel-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Ande-Emmanuel-1024x1536.jpg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1365px) 100vw, 1365px" /><p>Resident Bishop of the United Methodist Church Nigeria, Episcopal Area, Ande Emmanuel, has called on members and supporters of the Church to shun inflammatory statements, intimidation, retaliation and any action capable of disrupting public peace or undermining the church’s witness.</p> <p>The bishop made the appeal on Monday in Jalingo while reacting to the ruling of the Federal High Court in Abuja, which dismissed an application for stay of execution filed by the Incorporated Trustees of the Global Methodist Church Nigeria, GMCN.</p> <p>Bishop Emmanuel described the judgment as a major affirmation of the church’s lawful continuity, identity and trusteeship, noting that the decision had further strengthened public confidence in the independence of the judiciary, the rule of law and constitutional processes in a democratic society.</p> <p>“We receive this outcome with humility, gratitude to God and deep respect for the judicial process,” he said, emphasizing that the ruling should not be interpreted as a basis for triumphalism or hostility.</p> <p>According to the bishop, the period leading to the court judgment was marked by uncertainty, emotional pain, misinformation and institutional tension for many members, clergy and congregations of the Church.</p> <p>He, however, commended members for remaining steadfast in their commitment to peace, lawful engagement and Christian witness through prayers, patience and faith.</p> <p>The cleric also expressed appreciation to clergy and laity across the Church’s Annual Conferences, district superintendents, conference leaders, legal representatives, ecumenical partners and members of the global Methodist community for their support and solidarity throughout the legal proceedings.</p> <p>He further acknowledged the role of international partners and people of goodwill who consistently advocated peaceful resolution and respect for lawful institutions.</p> <p>Urging calm among Church communities nationwide, Bishop Emmanuel warned against actions capable of escalating tensions.</p> <p>“We must not allow legal disagreements to destroy relationships, communities or the spiritual mission entrusted to the Church,” he stated.</p> <p>The bishop said the Church must now shift its focus from litigation to healing, rebuilding and strengthening ministry activities, including evangelism, discipleship, support for vulnerable persons, education, healthcare, peacebuilding and youth empowerment.</p> <p>He added that the church must continue to serve as a beacon of hope amid Nigeria’s prevailing social, economic and security challenges.</p> <p>“At a time when many Nigerians are struggling with hardship and uncertainty, the church must stand as an instrument of compassion, unity and hope,” he said.</p> <p>Bishop Emmanuel also reaffirmed respect for the constitutional rights of all parties involved in the legal process and urged concerned persons to continue pursuing their convictions peacefully and within the framework of the law.</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/12/umc-nigeria-urges-restraint-as-court-rejects-gmcn-stay-of-execution/">UMC Nigeria urges restraint as court rejects GMCN stay of execution</a></p>

Bandits free ex-Niger SUBEB chairman after eight months

<img width="1200" height="720" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/bandits.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/bandits.jpg 1200w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/bandits-300x180.jpg 300w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/bandits-1024x614.jpg 1024w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/bandits-1000x600.jpg 1000w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/bandits-590x354.jpg 590w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/bandits-400x240.jpg 400w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /> <p>Former chairman of the Niger State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Mohammed Bawa Niworo, has regained his freedom after spending eight months in captivity.</p> <p>The APC chieftain was abducted around September last year along the New Bussa-Mokwa road near IBB University in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State.According to reports, the kidnappers initially demanded N150m ransom. </p> <p>The family reportedly paid N30m in December, but he was not released.Reports said the kidnappers later reduced their demand and threatened to kill him because he was sick.</p> <p>Details of the release are yet to be made available at press time.</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/11/bandits-free-ex-niger-subeb-chairman-after-eight-months/">Bandits free ex-Niger SUBEB chairman after eight months</a></p>

BREAKING: Nigerian govt scraps UTME for NCE candidates

<img width="1200" height="720" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/JAMB.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/JAMB.jpg 1200w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/JAMB-300x180.jpg 300w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/JAMB-1024x614.jpg 1024w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/JAMB-1000x600.jpg 1000w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/JAMB-590x354.jpg 590w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/JAMB-400x240.jpg 400w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /> <p>The Federal Government has announced the removal of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, requirement for candidates seeking admission into Nigeria Certificate in Education, NCE, programms in Colleges of Education.</p> <p>This was disclosed by the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, on&nbsp;Monday&nbsp;during the 2026 JAMB policy meeting in Abuja.</p> <p>Under the new admission guidelines, applicants will now only need a minimum of four O’Level credits in relevant subjects to qualify for entry into NCE programmes.</p> <p>According to the minister, the policy change is aimed at reducing the administrative workload on the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB.</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/11/nigerian-govt-scraps-utme-for-nce-candidates/">BREAKING: Nigerian govt scraps UTME for NCE candidates</a></p>

Commissioner urges zero malpractice in WAEC examination

<img width="1280" height="720" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/clcXNWRW.jpeg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/clcXNWRW.jpeg 1280w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/clcXNWRW-300x169.jpeg 300w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/clcXNWRW-1024x576.jpeg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px" /> <p>The Taraba State Commissioner for Secondary, Technical and Vocational Education, Dr. Augustina Godwin, has charged principals, invigilators and supervisors across the state to ensure a malpractice-free conduct of the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).</p> <p>Dr. Godwin gave the charge on&nbsp;the weekend&nbsp;during the WAEC 2026 sensitization meeting organised for principals, invigilators and supervisors from Lau, Karim Lamido, Jalingo and Ardo-Kola Local Government Councils. The meeting was held on&nbsp;Saturday&nbsp;at the Government Technical and Training School, Jalingo.</p> <p>Speaking, the commissioner stressed the importance of professionalism, discipline and integrity in the administration of the examination. She noted that the Taraba State Government, under Governor Dr. Agbu Kefas, remains committed to promoting quality education and restoring public confidence in the examination system.</p> <p>She warned examination officials and school administrators against all forms of examination malpractice and urged them to strictly comply with WAEC rules and guidelines.</p> <p>“Taraba State must continue to stand out in academic excellence through hard work and credibility. We must collectively ensure zero malpractice during the conduct of WAEC examinations,” she stated.</p> <p>On his part, the WAEC Branch Controller in the state commended Governor Agbu Kefas for his continued support for the education sector.</p> <p>According to him, Governor Kefas is the first governor in the state to clear all 2026 WAEC-related fees, a move he said had eased the burden on parents and boosted students’ participation in external examinations.</p> <p>The branch controller also praised the governor for donating a utility van to the WAEC office and for providing other forms of support aimed at improving the operations of the examination body in the state.</p> <p>The sensitization meeting was observed to have attracted principals, invigilators and supervisors from secondary schools across Lau, Karim Lamido, Jalingo and Ardo-Kola Local Government Councils.</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/11/commissioner-urges-zero-malpractice-in-waec-examination/"> Commissioner urges zero malpractice in WAEC examination</a></p>

BUK announces fresh window for NELFUND applications

<img width="1200" height="720" src="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Bayero-University-Kano-BUK.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" srcset="https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Bayero-University-Kano-BUK.jpg 1200w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Bayero-University-Kano-BUK-300x180.jpg 300w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Bayero-University-Kano-BUK-1024x614.jpg 1024w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Bayero-University-Kano-BUK-1000x600.jpg 1000w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Bayero-University-Kano-BUK-590x354.jpg 590w, https://dailypost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Bayero-University-Kano-BUK-400x240.jpg 400w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><p>Bayero University, Kano (BUK) has announced a fresh window for students to apply for the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) for the 2025/2026 academic session.</p> <p>The development was made known in a special bulletin issued on Saturday in Kano and signed on behalf of the Registrar by the university’s Director of Public Affairs, Lamara Garba.</p> <p>Garba explained that the decision to reopen the application portal followed a request by the university management, giving eligible students another opportunity to benefit from the scheme.</p> <p>According to him, “the reopening of the NELFUND portal provides a final opportunity for eligible students who have completed their screening to commence and complete their applications.”</p> <p>He said the application window will run from May 8 to May 29, urging students to take the process seriously.</p> <p>“This reopening provides the final opportunity for eligible students who have completed their screening to visit the official NELFUND portal to commence and complete applications for both institutional charges and upkeep,” he said.</p> <p>Garba stressed that applicants must follow all instructions carefully and upload the required documents to avoid delays or disqualification.</p> <p>“Applications for institutional charges and upkeep must be submitted simultaneously, as separate applications may not be processed,” he added.</p> <p>He also warned students against using microfinance wallet accounts.</p> <p>“Applicants should ensure their email addresses are accurate and accessible. Passwords must be securely kept and remembered, as they will be needed to access the portal and track application status,” he said.</p> <p>The university urged all eligible students to take advantage of the fresh window and complete their applications before the May 29 deadline.</p> <p><a href="https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/10/buk-announces-fresh-window-for-nelfund-applications/"> BUK announces fresh window for NELFUND applications</a></p>