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A video of a final year female student alone in an empty examination hall, having missed her exam due to a date mistake, has stirred emotions online. The incident, shared by @s3thygr33n on TikTok, captured the attention of many and sparked waves of discussion. In the video, the student is seen alone in an empty classroom, visibly confused as she explains that she arrived a day late for her exam. She had mistakenly believed the exam was scheduled for Wednesday at 8 AM, whereas it was actually held on Tuesday at the same time. Her video quickly went viral, sparking…

The Nigerian couple who recently welcomed quadruplets continues to receive donations from generous Nigerians, with their cash inflow now reaching ₦19 million. The father had earlier expressed concerns on social media about the financial burden of raising quadruplets, prompting widespread support. An update on the X platform revealed the couple has received over N19 million in cash and additional benefits. They have also been awarded a free salary for a year, along with diapers, milk, and other essentials. An X user, @jamysax, provided a detailed update: “MONEY AND GIFTS RECEIVED BY THE PARENTS OF THE QUADRUPLETS: Thank you everyone. God…

Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has urged groups planning to participate in the proposed nationwide protest to submit their details. He ordered the planners to hand it over to the Commissioners of Police in their respective states. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Friday, he emphasized ensuring the protest remains peaceful. Egbetokun stated, “We acknowledge the constitutional right of Nigerian citizens to peaceful assembly and protest. However, in the interest of public safety and order, we urge all groups planning to protest to provide necessary details to the Commissioner of Police in the state where the protest is intended…

An explosion, suspected to be caused by a planted Improvised Explosive Device (IED), occurred at the popular Buni Yadi market in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State. It was reported by Channels Television that a resident, Ali Hassan, said the incident happened around 12:30 PM on Friday, injuring a girl. The girl’s name and current health status are yet unknown. Captain Muhammad Shehu, spokesman for the Sector 2 Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai, confirmed the incident, stating that another IED planted in the market was discovered and successfully defused by the Army. He added that the injured girl…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) is currently recruiting. In a statement on its portal, the oil giant announced it is seeking to employ Graduate Trainees and supervisors. Supervisory Cadre Requirements: Qualifications: Relevant Disciplines: Graduate Trainee Requirements: Qualifications: Applicants must have graduated from an accredited university/polytechnic/monotechnic not earlier than 2019 and must have completed NYSC. Age and Skills: Application Interested Applicants are encouraged to visit the NNPC Career Page and commence application process. Deadline Applicants have until August 20, 2024, to apply. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

US Vice President Kamala Harris has earned the endorsement of Barack and Michelle Obama, with the former president and first lady stating in a new video: “She’ll make an excellent President of the United States.” Harris has also mocked Donald Trump after the Republican presidential nominee backed out of a planned TV debate with her, asking on social media: “What happened to any time, any place?” Trump had previously used that phrase to challenge Joe Biden but now seems hesitant to face Harris. Biden stepped down from the Democratic Party ticket on Sunday, making way for his deputy, who is…

The Olympics Opening Ceremony showcases the host nation’s culture and spirit through a grand spectacle of performances, parades, and pyrotechnics. Athletes from around the world proudly march, fostering unity and sportsmanship. The event features traditional music, dance, and innovative technology, symbolizing global harmony and the anticipation of the thrilling competitions ahead. Here are what you should know ahead of tonight’s Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony: Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

Legendary music executive and CEO of Mavin Records, Don Jazzy, has revealed that he doesn’t allow his artistes to release songs or projects on the same day as Wizkid or Asake. In a podcast interview with Fisayo Fosudo, Jazzy said releasing music on the same day as the duo was suicidal. Wizkid and Asake are among the most successful artists in Nigeria in this streaming era. “We [Mavin] are moving from the traditional Friday release date to Wednesdays and Thursdays because there are no more Fridays [without another artist dropping a song]. “If my artiste is to drop a song…

Malang Sarr has found a new permanent club, leaving Chelsea to join Lens on a two-year contract. During the early days of Mauricio Pochettino’s reign, it became clear that the 25-year-old had no future at Stamford Bridge, with Pochettino needing a reminder at a press conference that Sarr was still at the club. Sarr spent the entire 2023-24 campaign without making an appearance, following a loan spell at Monaco the previous season. With a year left on his Chelsea contract, his departure before the end of August was inevitable as Chelsea sought to reduce their outgoings. While Chelsea has not…

Traditional rulers, led by His Imperial Majesty, Ọọ̀ni Adéyẹyè Ẹnitàn Babátúndé Ògúnwùsì – Ọ̀jájá II and His Eminence, Sa’ad Abubakar III, The Sultan of Sokoto, under the aegis of the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria (NCTRN), have called for calm over the planned nationwide protest against the prevailing economic hardship in Nigeria. The protest, scheduled to begin on August 1st, 2024, has gained traction on social media, prompting a meeting between the traditional rulers and President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday. The Ọọ̀ni called for caution so the protest would not be hijacked.…