Month: September 2025

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Background

News

150 Alumni Presidents Set to Meet in Bauchi Over University Funding Crisis

At least 150 alumni presidents from Nigerian universities are scheduled to gather in Bauchi State from October 2 to 5, 2025, for a high-level conference aimed at tackling the funding challenges confronting the nation’s higher education system. The Association of Nigerian Universities Alumni (ANUA) disclosed this in a statement signed by its Public Relations Officer, Sulaihun Maccido, on Tuesday. With the theme “Bridging the Gap: Alumni-Driven Solutions for Sustainable University

todaySeptember 24, 2025 27

Politics

Wike Vows to Deliver Major Projects Before Tinubu’s First Term Ends

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has assured residents of Abuja that the city will undergo massive infrastructural transformation before the end of President Bola Tinubu’s first term. Wike made the pledge on Monday while flagging off access roads ILS 02 and ILS 03, also known as Timipre Sylva Street, in Mabushi District. He said the projects align with Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritises modern infrastructure,

todaySeptember 23, 2025 17

Entertainment News

“Afrobeats Stars Are Just Ambassadors, God Can Take It Away” – Tiwa Savage

September 23, 2025 | New York Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Tiwa Savage has urged fellow artists to remain humble despite their global fame, warning that success in the music industry is fleeting. Speaking during an interview with Hot 97 FM in New York, the award-winning singer described artists as mere “ambassadors” of Afrobeats, stressing that pride could easily lead to a downfall. Caution Against Pride “We are just ambassadors, we are

todaySeptember 23, 2025 15

News

Embattled Natasha Slams FG Over ‘Selective Justice’ in Defamation Case

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has accused the Federal Government of pursuing “selective justice” in the criminal defamation case filed against her, describing the charges as politically motivated, unconstitutional, and discriminatory. Senator Challenges Prosecution In a preliminary objection filed on Monday at both the Federal High Court and the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Akpoti-Uduaghan urged the dismissal of the six-count charge brought by the Attorney General

todaySeptember 23, 2025 16

Sport

Tanzania Edge Nigeria in Cricket World Cup Qualifier Warm-Up

Nigeria’s men’s cricket team, the Yellow Greens, suffered a narrow defeat in their opening warm-up match ahead of the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier, losing by one wicket to Tanzania on Monday. The game, played as part of preparations for the qualifiers scheduled for September 26 – October 4 in Zimbabwe, saw Nigeria post 83 all out in 17.4 overs. Tanzania responded with 84 for 9 in

todaySeptember 23, 2025 22

News

Microsoft to End Windows 10 Updates on October 14, Millions Affected

September 23, 2025 | Agency Report Microsoft will officially stop updating Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, leaving hundreds of millions of users facing tough choices — upgrade to Windows 11, pay for limited support, or risk exposure to cyberattacks. What Happens After October 14? The 2015 operating system will no longer receive security patches or bug fixes, making it vulnerable to cyber threats. Martin Kraemer, a security expert at

todaySeptember 23, 2025 28

News

Flood Disaster: 232 Dead, Over 121,000 Displaced Across Nigeria

  Nigeria is reeling from widespread flooding that has claimed 232 lives and displaced more than 121,000 people across several states, according to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA). Figures from NEMA’s 2025 flood dashboard (as of September 20) also show that 339,658 people have suffered various losses, 681 injured, and 115 reported missing. The floods destroyed 42,301 houses and wiped out 48,447 hectares of farmland, heightening fears of food

todaySeptember 23, 2025 25

Entertainment News

Peller Laments After Mr Eazi’s Reaction to Livestream Request

Popular streamer, Peller, has expressed disappointment after Nigerian singer Mr Eazi laughed off his request for a joint livestream. In a video shared online, Peller revealed he had messaged the newly married musician, who recently tied the knot with billionaire heiress Temi Otedola, asking for a collaboration on a live session. According to him, Mr Eazi responded with nothing but “LMAO” (laughing my ass out), which Peller interpreted as mockery.

todaySeptember 22, 2025 30

Entertainment News

“I Am Not Responsible for Her Pregnancy” – Verydarkman Denies Viral AI Photo With Nkechi Blessing

Nigerian activist and social media personality, Verydarkman, has dismissed a viral picture linking him to actress Nkechi Blessing’s alleged pregnancy, describing it as fake and generated with artificial intelligence. In a post shared on Sunday, he clarified that the widely circulated image—which showed him posing with a visibly pregnant Nkechi Blessing—was created to smear his reputation. “I want to address this picture going around. I am not the man responsible

todaySeptember 22, 2025 26