Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

The Federal Government has given Nigerians fresh hope of improved electricity supply within the next 48 to 72 hours as it moves to address the power generation and transmission challenges responsible for prolonged blackouts across parts of the country. The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, gave the assurance on Friday, November 6, 2026, while providing…

The United States has announced a reward of up to $20 million for credible information that could help expose Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, including secret facilities, equipment, scientists and other personnel connected to the country’s nuclear programme. The announcement, publicised on November 6, 2026, through US government channels, forms part of Washington’s continuing efforts to obtain…

A fresh controversy has emerged in Nigeria’s judiciary after a retiring Justice of the Supreme Court, Uwani Musa Abba-Aji, revealed that the United States government imposed visa restrictions on members of a Supreme Court panel over a controversial judgment. Justice Abba-Aji made the revelation on Friday, November 6, 2026, during a valedictory court session organised…

The Nigerian movie industry, Nollywood, has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran actor, entertainer and Master of Ceremonies, Diewait Ikpechukwu, who reportedly passed away at the age of 71. Ikpechukwu reportedly died on Thursday, November 5, 2026, following a prolonged illness, according to a report by The Eagle Online, which cited family…

The Federal Government has explained how Nigerians will be selected for its ₦50,000 cash relief programme, disclosing that beneficiaries will be identified through existing national identity records and the National Social Register rather than through fresh applications. The clarification is expected to address growing concerns among Nigerians over who qualifies for the financial assistance, how…

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has nullified the processes that led to the emergence of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar as the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. The court also nullified the emergence of former Senate President David Mark as the party’s National Chairman, former Osun State Governor…

19-year-old Olayinka Richard, an indigene of Ogbomoso and a 3:00-level medical student at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), has been honoured with The Diana Award, the highest accolade a young person can achieve for social action or humanitarian efforts. He was recognised for his work expanding educational opportunities and developing young people through social…

The Federal Government has presented 26 major education reforms, programmes and reported achievements under the Nigeria Education Sector Renewal Initiative (NESRI), outlining its efforts to transform Nigeria’s education system under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The initiative, led by the Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Olatunji Alausa, is designed to reposition Nigeria’s education sector through six…

The Federal Government has commenced interviews for shortlisted Nigerian applicants seeking to secure the prestigious 2027/2028 Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP), with more than 2,000 applications received for the competitive selection exercise. The interview exercise, which commenced on Monday, November 2, 2026, is expected to run until Thursday, November 5, 2026, across Nigeria’s six…

The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has issued an urgent admission advisory to candidates seeking admission for the 2026/2027 academic session, directing those whose admission offers have been approved on the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) to accept their offers within 24 hours. The university communicated the directive through its…