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Babcock University exits N17.5bn debt as new VC sets reform agenda
Babcock University, Ilisan-Remo, Ogun State, has fully repaid an inherited N17.536 billion debt, marking the end of a decade-long financial recovery under outgoing Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ademola Tayo. He announced the milestone in his valedictory address titled “Consolidating a Decade of Transformation (2015–2025)”, declaring that the institution was exiting his tenure completely debt-free. Tayo described the repayment as a defining highlight…
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‘Victory is certain in 2026’ – Ekiti ADC candidate tells supporters
By Boye Oyeyemi – The African Democratic Congress governorship candidate in Ekiti State, Ambassador Dare Bejide, has reassured party supporters that the ADC is firmly on course for victory in the 2026 election. Bejide gave the assurance after receiving a warm reception at the party secretariat in Ado Ekiti, following his return from Abuja. Addressing supporters, he said the gathering…
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Ekiti teacher accuses teaching hospital of wrongful kidney removal
By Boye Oyeyemi – A teacher employed by the Ekiti State Government, Afolayan Joshua Adebayo, has accused doctors at the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital of removing his kidney without consent. Speaking at a press briefing in Ado Ekiti, Afolayan said he was involved in an accident in August 2025 and was later informed at the hospital that one of…
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FEC approves $100m AfDB loan for Youth Investment Fund
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Wednesday approved a $100 million loan from the African Development Bank (AfDB) to boost the Nigeria Youth Investment Fund, a flagship programme aimed at supporting entrepreneurs aged 18 to 35 across micro, small and medium-scale enterprises. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, announced the approval…
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Nigeria to build 4,000 telecom towers to bridge digital gap
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the rollout of 4,000 telecommunications towers across Nigeria to improve digital access in underserved and remote communities. The decision was announced on Wednesday after the FEC meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu. Briefing State House correspondents, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Muhammed Idris, said the approval…
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Chelsea’s title hopes falter in shock 3–1 defeat at Leeds
Chelsea’s Premier League title hopes suffered a major setback on Wednesday night as struggling Leeds United secured a stunning 3–1 victory at Elland Road. The Blues delivered a lethargic first-half performance, allowing Leeds to take control with goals from Jaka Bijol and Ao Tanaka. Pedro Neto pulled one back early in the second half, but Chelsea’s hopes of a comeback…
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Arsenal restore five-point lead with 2–0 win over Brentford
Mikel Merino and Bukayo Saka scored as Arsenal beat Brentford to restore their five-point lead at the top of the Premier League table. Manager Mikel Arteta made three changes to the side that drew with Chelsea on Sunday, with Ben White, Noni Madueke and captain Martin Ødegaard coming in. It was White and Madueke who combined in the build-up on…
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Indimi, business mogul, bets on Akwa Ibom as investment destination, seeks partnership
Business mogul and Executive Chairman of Oriental Energy, Alhaji Mohammed Indimi, has described Akwa Ibom State as Nigeria’s top investment destination, citing its peace, security, and the hospitality of its people. Indimi stated this during a courtesy visit by the management team of Oriental Energy to Governor Umo Eno at Government House, Uyo. He said the company had operated in…
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Joint taskforce cracks down on drug dealers, demolishes criminal hideouts in Ibadan
By Adejayan Gbenga – A joint security taskforce has intensified its crackdown on criminal activities in Ibadan, arresting two suspected drug peddlers and demolishing illegal hideouts in the Orita-Challenge area of Oluyole Local Government. The operation, which aligns with the taskforce’s renewed efforts to rid the area of drug-related crime and unlawful structures, was led by CSP Mavis Jayeola of…
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Obasanjo decries “Economy of Dependency” at G20 event in Johannesburg
By Kunle Sanni – Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has warned that decades of foreign aid and loans have entrenched a damaging pattern of dependency across African economies. He made the remarks while speaking at a G20 event in Johannesburg, South Africa, where leaders from across the Global South gathered to discuss development reforms. Obasanjo, delivering a message published on…
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