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FG Reaffirms Commitment To Safe Schools, Vows Investment In Students’ Future.
The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to creating safe and conducive learning environments for students across Nigeria through continued support for the Safe School Initiative.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Minister of State for Finance, Doris Uzoka-Anite, conveyed this message in Abuja during the 2025 International Students’ Day celebration, organised by the Office of the Special Assistant to the President on Student Engagement.
According to the statement from the Special Assistant’s office, Uzoka-Anite highlighted that the government would continue to ensure adequate funding for education, teachers’ salaries, school-feeding programmes, and other initiatives that foster safe and productive learning environments.
“The youth of this country are a collective responsibility, not solely the duty of the Student Union or the Ministry of Education. The brilliance, resilience, and creativity of our students are central to building Nigeria’s leadership and intellectual resources. Today, we celebrate more than just academic achievements; we celebrate the future of Nigeria,” she said.
Speaking at the event, the Special Assistant on Student Engagement to the President, Sunday Asefon, emphasized the transformative role of education in national development. He stated that the ceremony honoured the best graduating students from universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, and the Nigerian Law School.
The awardees received scholarships, laptops, cash prizes, and other empowerment tools, while exceptional secondary-school students were each awarded N100,000 to promote academic excellence. Asefon explained that the initiative reflects President Bola Tinubu’s dedication to student welfare and education development.
“The President believes, and we reaffirm today, that our students are not only the leaders of tomorrow but also active contributors to national development today. By rewarding academic excellence, we are investing in Nigeria’s future. To all awardees: your achievements distinguish you as the best of our educational institutions, and we encourage you to continue leading with integrity, innovation, and a sense of responsibility,” he said.
International Students’ Day commemorates the 1939 Nazi crackdown on Czech students in Prague, during which nine student leaders were executed and over 1,200 others arrested. It was later declared a global day of student solidarity in 1941. This year, the National Association of Nigerian Students marked the day in Abuja under the theme, “Empowering Students to be Agents of Change,” promoting patriotism, productivity, and advocacy for student rights and unity.
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Nollywood Scandal: Taye Arimoro Sues Peggy Ovire For ₦100 Million Over Alleged Assault
Nollywood actor Taye Arimoro has filed a lawsuit against actress and producer Peggy Ovire, accusing her of assaulting him on a movie set and demanding ₦100 million in damages alongside a public apology. According to court filings, the alleged incident took place on November 11, 2025, when Arimoro’s contract had officially ended at 11:59 PM, but he was reportedly prevented from leaving the set.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Arimoro stated that his vehicle was initially blocked by the production manager and later by another car. Feeling unsafe, he reportedly began a live broadcast on Instagram to document the situation. The conflict allegedly escalated at the estate gate, where Ovire and her team confronted him. Arimoro claims that during the confrontation, his tyres were deflated, he was surrounded by multiple individuals, and he sustained injuries including a fractured jaw, bite marks, and bruises. He also alleged that his phone was tampered with during the episode.
Arimoro’s legal team argued that the incident infringed upon his rights to personal freedom, movement, and dignity, resulting in both emotional distress and financial loss. They are requesting a public video apology across all of Ovire’s social media platforms in addition to the ₦100 million compensation.
Peggy Ovire was given seven days to respond to the lawsuit but has yet to issue any public statement. Arimoro shared a notice on social media addressing Ovire, urging her to forward all responses to his solicitors.
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BREAKING: Court Declares Nnamdi Kanu An International Terrorist.
Justice James Omotosho has officially declared Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), an “international terrorist.” The ruling came during the terrorism trial brought against Kanu by the Federal Government of Nigeria.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In delivering the judgment, Justice Omotosho cited Kanu’s alleged intention to target the British High Commission and harm the then British High Commissioner, Catriona Laing, as justification for the designation. The judge had previously found Kanu guilty on counts one through seven, reinforcing the court’s position against him.
The ruling represents a significant milestone in a high-profile case that has captured both national and international attention over several years. The court upheld the prosecution’s evidence that Kanu, through broadcast statements, had threatened violence against the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
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Tragedy Strikes NYSC: 16 Corps Members Killed In Horrific Gombe Accident.
Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has expressed deep concern following the tragic death of sixteen prospective corps members in a road accident while en route to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp in Gombe State. Two other students from the same trip survived but remain in critical condition at a local hospital.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Reacting to the incident, Odumodublvck called for a review of the NYSC deployment policy, urging that youths be posted to states closer to their homes. He described the current system as increasingly risky given the state of the country and appealed for compassion for parents losing their children in such accidents.
The rapper wrote: “@officialnyscng PLEASE IT’S HIGH TIME WE SUSPEND THE POSTING OF OUR YOUTHS TO DIFFERENT STATES OTHER THAN WHERE THEY ARE BASED. IT ALL STARTED OFF AS A BRILLIANT IDEA BUT NOW WITH THE STATE OF OUR COUNTRY IT’S NOT SUSTAINABLE. PLEASE PITY THE PARENTS. KIDS ARE DYING. MOVE WITH THE TIMES ❤️.”
The victims were graduates of Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED) in Ondo State. They were traveling in an 18‑seater bus when the crash occurred. Eyewitnesses described the accident as severe, with emergency responders recovering the bodies and taking the injured to a nearby medical facility.
Authorities, including the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), have launched investigations to determine the cause of the crash. The NYSC has yet to release an official statement regarding the tragedy.
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