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08/24/2026

NIGERIA: FG Releases 2026/2027 Admission List For Federal Unity Colleges

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria

The Federal Government has released the 2026/2027 admission list for candidates offered placement into Junior Secondary School One (JSS1) across Federal Unity Colleges nationwide.

The admission list was approved by the Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, as part of efforts by the Federal Government to ensure a transparent and orderly admission process into the colleges.

Parents and guardians can check the admission status of their children and wards through the Federal Ministry of Education’s admission portal or the notice board of the relevant Federal Unity College.

Successful candidates are required to print their admission slips and proceed to the Federal Unity College stated on the slip to complete the confirmation and admission process.

The ministry advised parents and guardians to check the admission status of their children promptly and ensure that successful candidates report to their respective colleges as directed.

A statement issued by the Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education, Boriowo Folasade, said the admission process was designed to provide prospective students with clear and accessible information on their placement.

The ministry congratulated candidates who secured admission and urged them to approach their secondary education with discipline and commitment.

“Successful candidates are urged to approach their academic journey with diligence, discipline and commitment to excellence.”

The ministry also advised parents and guardians to follow only official admission channels when checking placement information and completing the admission process.

08/24/2026

NIGERIA: Olubadan Backs Tinubu For Long Tenure, Says Performance Should Speak For Him

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria

The Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Rasheed Ladoja, has said President Bola Tinubu deserves to remain in office for a long time, citing what he described as the administration’s performance and its decision to prioritise major infrastructure projects.

Ladoja made the remarks on Monday at the flag-off ceremony for the dualisation of the Ibadan-Ijebu Road in Ogun State, where President Tinubu was represented by the Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun.

The monarch rejected suggestions that the gathering was an All Progressives Congress political rally, despite repeated references to the ruling party during the event.

“Bola Tinubu is not an APC man. No. Bola Tinubu is working and deserves to be president for a long, long time.”

Ladoja said the primary purpose of the gathering was to appreciate the President for approving the road project, which he described as significant to the security and economic wellbeing of residents of Ibadan and surrounding communities.

“This is not an APC rally. It is a rally that we are here to thank Mr President for making this road project possible.”

The Olubadan also linked the road to longstanding security concerns, particularly incidents of kidnapping, saying its reconstruction could improve security and connectivity along the route.

“Those of us in Ibadan know that the only area in Ibadan where terrorists have been kidnapping people is this road.”

He said the President’s approval of the project demonstrated concern for the welfare of Nigerians, arguing that Tinubu’s performance should be assessed beyond partisan politics.

“He deserves more than being an APC president. He’s not an APC president. He’s president of Nigeria.”

Ladoja acknowledged that the administration’s performance could also improve the APC’s prospects in future elections.

“The only thing I can look at is that his performance is likely to help the APC win elections.”

He maintained, however, that opposition parties remained free to present their alternatives to Nigerians and convince voters that they could provide better governance.

The monarch said he believed the electorate would ultimately determine the country’s political direction when elections arrive.

“We believe that by the time election comes, the people of Ibadan land will talk.”

The ceremony was attended by the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi; Ogun State Deputy Governor, Noimat Salako; APC governorship candidate in Oyo State, Sharafadeen Abiodun Ali; and other government officials and dignitaries.

08/24/2026

NIGERIA; Atiba University Banned From Offering Law For 10 Years

By Onoja Baba

The Council of Legal Education has imposed a 10-year moratorium on Atiba University, Oyo State, over deficiencies in its facilities and alleged violations of regulations governing legal education.

The decision was contained in resolutions adopted at the Council’s Third Quarter Hybrid Meeting held on August 13, at the headquarters of the Nigerian Law School in Bwari, Abuja.

In a statement signed by the Council’s Secretary and Director of Administration, Aderonke O. Osho, the body said the moratorium followed its assessment that the university’s facilities were “inappropriate and inadequate” for the establishment and operation of a Faculty of Law.

The Council also found that the university admitted and graduated students without obtaining the requisite approval.

According to the regulatory body, the 10-year moratorium is intended to compel compliance with prescribed standards and reinforce adherence to the regulatory framework governing legal education in Nigeria.

The Council said the measure was also necessary to protect the quality, integrity and standards of legal education in the country.

Meanwhile, the Council approved five universities to commence Law programmes from the 2026/2027 academic session.
The approved institutions are Amadeus University, Amazi, Abia State; Akwa Ibom State University; European University of Nigeria, Abuja; Oduduwa University, Ipetu-Modu, Osun State; and Peaceland University, Enugu.

Each of the five institutions was approved to admit an initial quota of 50 students into its 100-level Law programme.

However, the Council rejected Maranatha University, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State’s application to commence a Law programme, citing “numerous deficiencies” identified during its verification exercise.

The regulatory body also approved increased admission quotas for several universities following reports from its Facilities Verification and Accreditation Panel.

Bowen University, Ajayi Crowther University and Topfaith University had their quotas increased from 50 to 100 students for the 2026/2027 academic session.

North-Eastern University’s quota was raised from 50 to 75 students, while Elizade University’s increased from 70 to 120 students. Chrisland University’s quota was also raised from 50 to 70.

For the 2027/2028 academic session, Joseph Ayo Babalola University’s quota was increased from 50 to 100 students, while Olabisi Onabanjo University’s was raised from 170 to 220 students.

The Council said the decisions were based on reports submitted by its Facilities Verification and Accreditation Panel following inspection visits to the affected universities.

08/24/2026

ENTERTAINMENT: Dancer Poco Lee To Appear Before London Court September 15 Over Alleged Assault

By Onoja Baba

Popular Nigerian dancer and hypeman, Iweh Odinaka, better known as Poco Lee, is expected to appear before a London court on September 15, 2026, over an alleged assault offence, according to the founder of the community of Nigerians in the United Kingdom, Benjamin Kuti, popularly known as the Oluomo of Derby.

Kuti, who confirmed the development in a conversation with the media on Monday, said Poco Lee was currently being held on remand in a UK prison and was scheduled to appear before the Snaresbrook Crown Court at 10am on September 15.

According to him, the scheduled proceeding is expected to be a plea hearing, during which the accused would ordinarily indicate whether he is guilty or not guilty of the alleged offence.

“I can confirm that the reports are true. Poco Lee is currently on remand in a UK prison. His next court date is scheduled for the second week of September, when he is expected to have a plea hearing,” Kuti said.

Kuti said he became aware of the development through his regular involvement in court proceedings and support for Nigerians facing legal matters in the UK.

He added that he intended to attend Poco Lee’s proceedings to provide support to the Nigerian community member.

“I will also be attending the court proceedings as part of my support for the Nigerian community in the UK, to ensure that our fellow Nigerian receives the appropriate support during this difficult period of his life,” he said.

Kuti, however, stressed that the legal process should be allowed to run its course, noting that Poco Lee remains innocent until proven guilty.

“It is important that we allow the legal process to take its course. Everyone is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law,” he added.

Reports of Poco Lee’s alleged detention in the United Kingdom began circulating online on August 19, although the initial reports did not identify the alleged complainant or provide details of the circumstances surrounding the alleged assault.

The reports also did not initially establish whether formal charges had been filed or provide independent confirmation from the UK police or the court.

Meanwhile, an email sent to the Snaresbrook Crown Court seeking confirmation of the reported proceedings had not received a response as of the time of filing the report.

Poco Lee, who has built a reputation in Nigeria's entertainment industry as a dancer and hypeman, has yet to publicly comment on the reported court proceedings.

08/24/2026

KENYA: ‘No Vote Will Be Lost’: IEBC Warns As 2027 Preparations Gather Pace

By Moses Punyuah, Nairobi

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission says several individuals who breached the electoral code of conduct during the Ol Kalou mini-poll were summoned, fined and warned.

IEBC Commissioner Ann Nderitu said the Commission took action against those found to have violated electoral provisions, dismissing claims that it failed to act.

“In Ol Kalou, we summoned several people who breached the code of conduct. We took them through the process; we fined and warned them,” Nderitu said.

She said some of those sanctioned moved to court to challenge the decisions, adding that the IEBC must await the court’s verdict.

Nderitu said the Commission is strengthening its security systems ahead of the 2027 General Election and assured Kenyans that every vote will be properly accounted for.

“Where your vote is is where it will be counted,” she said.

08/24/2026

MALAWI: CDEDI Director Sylvester Namiwa Released From Maula Prison

By Smile Hamilton Malawi

Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) Executive Director Sylvester Namiwa has been released from Maula Prison following the completion of the remaining bail formalities.

CDEDI Publicity Secretary Promise Thom has confirmed Namiwa’s release, saying the outstanding bail documents that required the signature of a police officer have now been signed.

The High Court in Lilongwe on Friday granted Namiwa bail in a case in which he is facing charges of treason and publication of false news likely to cause alarm.

However, despite being granted bail, Namiwa remained in custody at Maula Prison as some documents required to complete the bail process had not yet been signed.

His release follows the completion of those outstanding procedures, allowing the CDEDI director to leave prison.

Namiwa’s case will now proceed through the courts as he awaits the next stages of the trial.

08/24/2026

MALAWI: Chakwera Urges Malawians To Rise Above Hardships And Focus On The Future

By Smile Hamilton Malawi

Former President and Malawi Congress Party (MCP) leader Lazarus Chakwera has called on Malawians to remain strong in the face of the challenges affecting the country, urging them to reflect on the difficulties and work towards a better future.

Chakwera said the current hardships should not discourage Malawians or make them lose hope, but should instead serve as a lesson and motivation to look beyond the difficulties they are experiencing.

He made the remarks on Monday when he briefly stopped at Mponela in Dowa while travelling from Kasungu, where he had attended a major gathering of the CCAP Synod of Livingstonia.

Speaking to people who gathered to welcome him, Chakwera said Malawians needed to rise above the challenges facing them and remain focused on what lies ahead.

He pointed to the to***co sector as one area where farmers are facing difficulties, saying he had been informed that a number of farmers had not yet sold their to***co, while others had allegedly lost their earnings through theft at the market.

Chakwera's remarks come at a time when concerns over the economic difficulties facing Malawians continue to dominate public discussions, particularly among farmers and other vulnerable groups.

Meanwhile, Dowa Central Member of Parliament Annie Chibwana thanked Chakwera for taking time to stop and engage with MCP supporters in the area.

Chibwana said the brief interaction demonstrated Chakwera's willingness to connect with supporters and listen to their concerns despite being on a journey.

08/24/2026

NIGERIA: Kwankwaso Questions APC Campaign Council, Urges Yari To Reconsider Role

By Onoja Baba

Former Kano State Governor and national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has criticised the composition of the recently constituted APC Presidential Campaign Council, describing the 2027 general election as a choice between the Nigerian masses and those who have sustained the current system.

In a statement, Kwankwaso said the campaign council was made up largely of political actors who had supported, defended or participated in the present administration, raising questions about what Nigerians were being asked to endorse in 2027.

He argued that millions of Nigerians were battling rising food prices, unemployment, insecurity, poverty and diminishing economic opportunities, while education, healthcare and other essential public services remained under pressure.

Kwankwaso said Nigerians should use the 2027 election to reject what he described as continued oppression and demand accountable, people-centred governance.

Drawing inspiration from the recent Osun governorship election, he said, “If Osun people can do it, so can all other parts of the country.”

The former presidential candidate particularly appealed to former Zamfara State Governor, Senator Abdul’aziz Yari, to reconsider his decision to serve as Director General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council. Kwankwaso said Yari, as a prominent North West political leader and former governor of a state heavily affected by insecurity, poverty and displacement, should reflect on whether he could, in good conscience, lead a campaign aimed at securing the continuation of the present administration.

Kwankwaso also raised concerns over the inclusion of the Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service, Dr Zacch Adedeji, and the Director General of the Budget Office of the Federation, Dr Tanimu Yakubu Kurfi, in the campaign’s fundraising and finance structures.

He questioned whether senior public officials entrusted with managing public revenue and national finances should simultaneously occupy prominent partisan campaign positions, calling on the Federal Government and the APC to explain how such arrangements align with institutional neutrality, integrity and public trust.

Kwankwaso, however, maintained that the ultimate power in the 2027 general election rested with Nigerians, declaring that no presidential campaign council was more powerful than the Nigerian people.

08/24/2026

NIGERIA: Restoring Fuel Subsidy Will Reverse Nigeria’s Economic Gains, FG Insists

By Onoja Baba

The Federal Government has warned that any move to restore petrol subsidy would reverse the economic gains recorded since the removal of the policy, arguing that Nigeria cannot afford to return to what it described as an unsustainable fiscal regime.

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the position known in an article on Sunday, amid renewed calls in some quarters for the return of fuel subsidy.

He said Nigeria spent about $10 billion on petrol subsidies in 2022, at a time when the country was grappling with declining oil production and weak revenues.

Idris said the Federal Government’s Reform Scorecard showed that subsidy removal mobilised N15.8 trillion in resources for the Federation between June 2023 and December 2025.

According to him, about N5.43 trillion accrued to the Federal Government, N6.52 trillion to state governments and N3.88 trillion to local governments.

He explained that the funds were not kept in a separate account labelled as subsidy savings but represented additional fiscal resources released into the wider Federation system, giving governments at different levels greater capacity to fund salaries, pensions, infrastructure and essential public services.

The minister said the reforms had supported about N6.47 trillion in strategic infrastructure spending, including investments in transport, housing, agriculture and security, while more than 10 million households had benefited from social transfers.

He added that over N400 billion had been committed to initiatives including the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, the MOFI Real Estate Investment Fund and the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation.

Idris further argued that reversing the subsidy removal could undermine investor confidence and Nigeria’s expanding domestic refining capacity, warning that the country was already spending heavily to subsidise electricity consumption.

According to him, the electricity subsidy alone cost the country about N3.14 trillion between June 2023 and December 2025, and restoring petrol subsidy would place additional pressure on public finances.

The minister said the government’s assessment showed that maintaining the old subsidy regime could have worsened petrol scarcity, increased borrowing and deepened the financial difficulties of states struggling to meet salary obligations.

While acknowledging the hardship associated with the reforms, Idris maintained that the solution was not to reverse them but to accelerate efforts to translate the gains into improved living standards, jobs, infrastructure and better public services.

“Nigeria cannot build tomorrow’s economy by returning to yesterday’s unsustainable subsidy regime,” he said, insisting that the Tinubu administration remained committed to redirecting public resources from subsidising consumption towards investments in Nigerians and the productive sectors of the economy.

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