The Federal Government has announced plans to phase out the long-standing separation between Junior Secondary Schools (JSS) and Senior Secondary Schools (SSS), describing the current structure as a major contributor to Nigeria’s worsening school dropout crisis. The proposed reform is aimed at creating a more seamless transition through secondary education and improving access for millions…
The LeBron James era in Los Angeles is officially over. The NBA legend has informed the Los Angeles Lakers that he will not return for the 2026–27 season, giving the franchise the green light to move forward without him as he enters free agency in pursuit of another championship. According to multiple reports, James communicated…
Nigerian entertainer Piper, once known as one of Wizkid’s close friends and associates, has publicly apologized to the Afrobeats superstar years after their friendship fell apart during the height of the 2017 Wizkid–Davido rivalry. The emotional message has sparked widespread reactions across social media, with fans revisiting one of Afrobeats’ most talked-about fallouts. In a…
Heavy rainfall has triggered widespread flooding across several parts of Lagos, leaving homes submerged, roads impassable and localized power outages in multiple communities as residents battled rising floodwaters. The latest downpour affected areas including Gbagada, Ikeja, Lekki, Maryland, Mushin, Ogudu, Oshodi, Agege, Alimosho and Obalende, disrupting traffic, businesses and daily activities. Several motorists were forced…
The United States has deployed more than 900 military personnel to Venezuela to support international earthquake relief efforts following last week’s devastating twin earthquakes that have left at least 1,430 people dead and over 68,000 reported missing, according to emergency authorities. The deployment, led by U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), focuses on humanitarian operations rather than…
By Izuchukwu Okosi Norway will face Brazil in a repeat of the1998 World Cup fixture albeit at the knockout stage following their nervy 2-1 win over one of African representatives Cote d’Ivoire on Tuesday evening. Norway led at half time after swathes of attacking forays made by the Ivorians. Manchester City striker Erling Haaland returned…
A Los Angeles jury has found Chris Brown liable for negligence in a civil lawsuit stemming from a 2020 dog attack involving his Caucasian Shepherd, Hades, ordering the singer to pay nearly $13.9 million in damages. The verdict follows a two-week trial over an incident that left former housekeeper Maria Avila with life-altering injuries. The…
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the most comprehensive reform of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) since the scheme was established in 1973, introducing a six-week orientation program, redesigned uniforms, civilian leadership and several new measures aimed at modernizing youth service. Announcing the reforms after Monday’s FEC meeting in Abuja, Minister of Youth…
The U.S. Supreme Court has dealt President Donald Trump a major legal setback, ruling 6-3 against his attempt to limit birthright citizenship in the United States. The landmark decision struck down Trump’s executive order, reaffirming that children born on U.S. soil to parents who are undocumented or in the country temporarily remain American citizens under…
By Izuchukwu Okosi Kylian Mbappe scored twice Tuesday night in France’s emphatic 3-0 win over Sweden to reach the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The France international of Cameroon descent has now scored six goals to match Lionel Messi on the top scorers’ list above Erling Haaland (five) and Vinicious Junior…
