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Beijing/Islamabad/Washington — China and Pakistan have jointly proposed an urgent ceasefire plan aimed at halting the escalating conflict triggered by coordinated strikes from the United States and Israel on Iran, in what analysts warn could spiral into a broader regional war. The proposal, unveiled through diplomatic channels on Tuesday, calls for an immediate cessation of…

The 2026 Legislative Internship Programme has officially opened applications, offering young Nigerians a unique opportunity to gain practical experience within the country’s lawmaking system. Organised by the Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre in collaboration with the National Assembly of Nigeria, the programme is designed to equip participants with hands-on exposure to legislative processes, public policy…

A wave of grief has swept through Kogi State Polytechnic following the sudden death of a lecturer who collapsed in the classroom while teaching. The lecturer, identified as Anselm Ojodomo, reportedly slumped during a lecture session on Thursday, March 26, 2026, in the presence of stunned students. Eyewitness accounts indicate that the academic was actively…

As the world marks World Tuberculosis Day 2026, the Leprosy and Tuberculosis Relief Nigeria has called for urgent, community-driven action to address what it describes as a “dangerous silence” surrounding tuberculosis (TB) in Nigeria. In a press statement released Tuesday, the organization stressed that TB remains not only a public health challenge but also a…

The government of United Kingdom is set to implement a fresh increase in visa and immigration fees, a move that is expected to significantly impact international students, skilled workers, and families seeking entry into the country. In an official update released by the UK Home Office, authorities confirmed that the revised fee structure is part…

By Staff Reporter Kano, Nigeria — Bayero University Kano (BUK) has expelled no fewer than 174 students for various offences, including examination malpractice, falsification of records, and other violations of the institution’s code of conduct. The decision was approved by the university’s management following recommendations from its disciplinary committees, which investigated cases across multiple faculties.…

Nigeria’s private university landscape has witnessed a significant consolidation of excellence, with a handful of institutions continuing to dominate national and emerging global rankings in the 2025–2026 academic cycle. Recent assessments drawn from credible ranking platforms such as AD Scientific Index, uniRank, and other global evaluative systems reveal a clear hierarchy among the country’s over…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Claims that the United States has expanded its controversial visa bond requirement to 50 countries worldwide remain unsubstantiated, as no official list has been released by the U.S. Department of State. The visa bond policy—formally known as the Visa Bond Pilot Program—was introduced during the administration of former U.S. President Donald Trump.…

The Nigerian naira recorded a modest appreciation at the parallel market, signaling a short-term easing of pressure on the local currency amid improved foreign exchange (FX) liquidity. Market sources in major trading hubs across Lagos and Abuja indicated that the naira strengthened against the US dollar, with rates improving slightly compared to previous trading sessions.…