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Nollywood Actress Monalisa Stephen Is Dead
Nollywood actress and body positivity advocate, Monalisa Stephen has been confirmed dead after suffering from low blood sugar and internal bleeding. The sad incident happened on Tuesday, 13th of May, 2025, in Lagos, as confirmed by a close family member. The news was made public on Wednesday morning by the Chief Executive Officer of Best [...]
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Trump Lifts Syria Sanctions, Signs $342B Deals with Saudi and Accepts Qatar’s Jet Gift
President Donald Trump has lifted longstanding sanctions on Syria and secured over $340 billion in defense and aviation deals with Saudi Arabia and Qatar, drawing both praise and sharp criticism, especially over a controversial luxury jet offer from Doha. U.S. regional priorities seem to be moving away from previous conditions around Israeli normalization and focusing [...]
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JAMB Admits Errors in 2025 UTME, Over 75% Score Below 200
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has acknowledged errors in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), affecting candidates’ performance.  Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede admitted during a press briefing in Abuja, expressing regret over the situation. Out of nearly 2 million candidates, over 75% scored below 200, with only 0.63% scoring above 300. The [...]
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Ekiti govt approves N316.9m for construction of security houses in farm settlements
Tribune Online Ekiti govt approves N316.9m for construction of security houses in farm settlements more so now that Farms are businesses with valuable assets which make them the target for theft and vandalism hence the implementation of effective security measures Ekiti govt approves N316.9m for construction of security houses in farm settlements Tribune Online
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JUST IN: Boko Haram Attacks Adamawa Community, Kills 3 and Burns Churches, Shops
Boko Haram insurgents have attacked the community of Mayoladde in the Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State.  uring the attack, three people were killed, and three churches were set on fire. The terrorists also burned down a food store and a shop before fleeing the area. Residents are calling for increased security to prevent [...]
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Senate confirms five INEC RECs
Mr Lalong said that the committee considered the nominees' resumes, work experiences, and career progression during their screening. The post Senate confirms five INEC RECs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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FG approves establishment of armed forest guards
Tribune Online FG approves establishment of armed forest guards President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of armed forest guards to secure Nigeria’s 1,129 forests from terrorists and criminal gangs. FG approves establishment of armed forest guards Tribune Online
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Suspected Herdsmen Kill District Head In Benue
May 14, (THEWILL) – The District Head of Odugbeho, in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State, Chief Tony Adejo, has been killed by suspected armed herders. The lawmaker, representing Apa/Agatu constituency of Benue state in the House of Representatives, Hon.Ojema Ojotu, confirmed the death of the district head when he featured on a TVC […] The post Suspected Herdsmen Kill District Head In Benue appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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BREAKING: JAMB admits errors in 2025 UTME
Tribune Online BREAKING: JAMB admits errors in 2025 UTME The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has admitted errors that affected candidates' performances in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). BREAKING: JAMB admits errors in 2025 UTME Tribune Online
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Senator wants informal settlements around Abuja airport demolished
The majority of the senators opposed the proposal by their colleague. The post Senator wants informal settlements around Abuja airport demolished appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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“Don’t Give Up Acting For Marriage”, Actress Tina Mbah Advises Colleagues
Veteran Nollywood actress Tina Mbah has shared thoughtful advice with fellow actor who find themselves struggling to balance their professional lives with marriage. Mbah emphasized the importance of being perceptive in relationships, pointing out that there are usually early signs when a partner may not be supportive of one’s career in the film industry. Drawing [...]
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JAMB Registrar Fights Tears, Apologises For Errors In 2025 UTME
This followed widespread complaints of technical glitches, unusually low scores, and alleged irregularities in the questions and the answers during the exercise. The post JAMB Registrar Fights Tears, Apologises For Errors In 2025 UTME appeared first on Channels Television.
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Falz fires back amid growing controversy
"Any small thing, “when are you getting married?” Can everybody kindly fokofff?,” he wrote.
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JUST IN: UTME 2025: JAMB admits error, candidates in 157 centres to retake exams
On Tuesday, the board commenced the review of the candidates' results with some stakeholders after widespread complaints of low scores by candidates who have a track record of better performance. The post JUST IN: UTME 2025: JAMB admits error, candidates in 157 centres to retake exams appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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UPDATED: UTME 2025: JAMB admits errors in results, over 370,000 candidates to retake exam
A total of 379,997 candidates across the 157 centres in Lagos and the South-east would retake their examinations. The post UPDATED: UTME 2025: JAMB admits errors in results, over 370,000 candidates to retake exam appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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JAMB Admits Errors in 2025 UTME Amid Widespread Score Complaints
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has admitted to errors in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), following a flood of complaints over score discrepancies. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, JAMB Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede acknowledged the issues, saying, “What should have been a moment of joy has changed [...]
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Police Detain ASP, Entire Patrol Team After Losing Firearm, Ammunition During Stop-And-Search
The Lagos State Police Command has detained an Assistant Superintendent of Police and his entire patrol team following the loss of a service AK-47 rifle and ammunition during a stop-and-search operation in the Surulere area of Lagos. According to a police wireless signal dated 12 May 2025, and signed by the Assistant Commissioner of Police, […] The post Police Detain ASP, Entire Patrol Team After Losing Firearm, Ammunition During Stop-And-Search appeared first on OsunDefender.
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EFCC Summons Tompolo Over Naira Abuse Viral Video
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly sent a letter of invitation to former Niger Delta militant leader, Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, over allegations of naira abuse and financial misconduct. Sources within the anti-graft agency who spoke with SaharaReporters on Wednesday, the letter was delivered earlier this week, and the […] The post EFCC Summons Tompolo Over Naira Abuse Viral Video appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Tragedy hits Nollywood as actress Monalisa Stephen dies suddenly
Popular Nollywood actress, plus-size advocate and brand influencer, Monalisa Ayobami Stephen, has died at age 33.
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Breaking: JAMB confesses to shocking errors amidst UTME disaster
According to JAMB, another 334,560 candidates (17.11%) scored between 200 and 249, positioning them in the moderate performance bracket.
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JAMB Admits To Error In 2025 UTME Results
  The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has finally admitted that it made errors that affected students’ performance during the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. The Registrar of the Board, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, admitted to this during an ongoing press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday. Oloyede said, “What should have been a moment of […] The post JAMB Admits To Error In 2025 UTME Results appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Just In: JAMB Admits To Error In 2025 UTME Results
The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has finally admitted that it made errors that affected students’ performance during the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. The Registrar of the Board, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, admitted to this during an ongoing press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday. Oloyede said, “What should have been a moment of joy […] The post Just In: JAMB Admits To Error In 2025 UTME Results appeared first on OsunDefender.
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They Bleed So We Breathe: A Tribute to Nigeria’s Unsung Soldier-Heroes
Honoring the brave hearts who sleep in bushes, fight in silence, and sacrifice their lives so we may live in peace. I watched it. A video clip from a village, just after a Boko Haram attack on a military base. The camera shook, the dust still fresh. But what shook me the most… was the [...]
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CBN Launches Non-Resident BVN For Nigerians Abroad
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in collaboration with the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), has introduced the Non-Resident Bank Verification Number (NRBVN) to facilitate banking for Nigerians living abroad. This announcement was made via a post on X on Tuesday. CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso described the NRBVN as a significant step in Nigeria’s financial […] The post CBN Launches Non-Resident BVN For Nigerians Abroad appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Outrage As Lagos Hospitals Allegedly Deny Treatment, Leading To Death Of UNILAG Final Year Law Student
A wave of grief and public outrage has swept across social media following the tragic death of Christine Ibiba Eniola Tom-West, a final-year Law student at the University of Lagos, who reportedly died after multiple Lagos hospitals allegedly failed to provide timely emergency care following a fatal car accident. Christine was among passengers involved in […] The post Outrage As Lagos Hospitals Allegedly Deny Treatment, Leading To Death Of UNILAG Final Year Law Student appeared first on OsunDefender.
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What Qatar Emir Tamim told U.S President Trump at crucial meeting
The emir also expressed enthusiasm about the broader U.S.-Qatar discussions, which are expected to focus on peace efforts, investment opportunities, and energy cooperation.
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BREAKING: JAMB admits errors in 2025 UTME, acknowledges impact on results
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially acknowledged that errors occurred during the conduct of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), affecting the performance of many candidates. JAMB Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, made the disclosure during a press conference held on Wednesday in Abuja. “What should have been a moment of joy [...]
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BREAKING: JAMB admits errors in 2025 UTME
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially acknowledged that errors occurred during the conduct of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), affecting the performance of many candidates. Prompt News reports that JAMB Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, made the disclosure during a press conference held on Wednesday in Abuja. “What should have been [...]
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Lagos To Introduce Monthly Rent Payment System
The Lagos State Government on Tuesday said it is working to introduce monthly and quarterly rent payment options as part of efforts to reduce the financial pressure on residents, especially low-income earners. The state Commissioner for Housing, Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, stated this during the 2025 Ministerial press briefing. Akinderu-Fatai said the planned policy is a continuation […] The post Lagos To Introduce Monthly Rent Payment System appeared first on OsunDefender.
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How Tom Cruise Nearly Met His End On ‘The Final Reckoning’
The 62-year-old, who does his own stunts and was flying the biplane alone, was laid out flat on the wing after spending 22 minutes out of the cockpit. The post How Tom Cruise Nearly Met His End On ‘The Final Reckoning’ appeared first on Channels Television.
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U-20 AFCON: Flying Eagles coach Zubairu vows firepower showdown against South Africa
The two nations have clashed at various stages of the tournament over the years, with Nigeria holding the upper hand, including a bronze medal victory in 2009 and a penalty shootout win in 2019.
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Sean Combs’s Ex Cassie To Face Defence Questioning In Court
At an emotional first day of testimony, Cassie, who is heavily pregnant, also detailed beatings and abuse at the hands of Combs The post Sean Combs’s Ex Cassie To Face Defence Questioning In Court appeared first on Channels Television.
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Diddy Forced Me Into Group Sex While Menstruating, Filmed and Beat Me – Cassie Tells Court Shocking Details
The Manhattan courtroom was heavy with tension on Tuesday, May 13, as the world got a deeper look into the shocking atrocities allegedly committed by music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. Cassandra “Cassie” Ventura, 38, once his protégée and longtime partner, spoke as the star witness in the federal sex trafficking, racketeering, and abuse case brought [...]
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Reps Order Mandatory Diphtheria Vaccination Nationwide
May 14, (THEWILL) – The House of Representatives has directed health authorities to enforce compulsory diphtheria vaccination, testing, and treatment nationwide, following over 41,000 suspected cases and 1,279 deaths. In addition, the lawmakers ordered a compliance review and public sensitisation campaign. It directed the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation to launch nationwide sensitisation […] The post Reps Order Mandatory Diphtheria Vaccination Nationwide appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.
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JAMB 2025 Performance Trends: What the Numbers Say About Education in Nigeria
The 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), marked a historic milestone with over two million candidates registering to participate. This figure reflects not only the growing number of secondary school graduates in Nigeria but also a widespread aspiration for higher education as a pathway to social [...]
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Gauff Sees Off Andreeva To Reach Italian Open Semis
American Gauff has guaranteed herself number two in the world rankings with her solid displays in Rome. The post Gauff Sees Off Andreeva To Reach Italian Open Semis appeared first on Channels Television.
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