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World Tuberculosis Day 2026: LTR Urges Nigeria to Break Silence, Close Detection Gap
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…
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UK Moves to Raise Visa and Immigration Fees Amid Policy Tightening
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…
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Bayero University Kano Expels 174 Students Over Academic Misconduct, Other Offences
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.…
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Nigeria’s Elite Ivory Towers: Covenant, Landmark Lead Latest 2026 Private University Rankings
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…
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No Official “50-Country Visa Bond List” — U.S. Policy Expansion Claims Remain Unverified Amid Global Speculation
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.…
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Naira Appreciates at Parallel Market Amid Renewed FX Inflows
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.…
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Tinubu’s Abacha Tactics Against Opposition by Farooq A. Kperogi
By Farooq A. Kperogi Although structural, political, and economic conditions appear to constrain any credibly concerted impediment to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 reelection chances, at least from my admittedly imperfect reading of the auguries, Tinubu still seems so insecure that he is borrowing a leaf from former Head of State Sani Abacha, his arch…
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Eid Rift in Borno: Cleric Defies Emir, Declares Thursday Sallah
Maiduguri, Nigeria — A fresh religious controversy has erupted in Borno State after a cleric openly defied established Islamic authority, declaring Thursday as Eid al-Fitr in contrast to the nationally recognised date. The development has placed the cleric at odds with the revered Shehu of Borno, who traditionally aligns with the official position endorsed by…
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Plateau Empowers Leprosy-Affected Persons with Skills, Breaks Stigma Through Landmark LTR Initiative
Jos, March 19, 2026 A major step toward social inclusion and economic empowerment was recorded in Plateau State on Wednesday as the Leprosy and Tuberculosis Relief Nigeria (LTR) unveiled a transformative initiative aimed at equipping persons affected by leprosy with practical skills for self-reliance. The initiative, titled “Breaking Stigma Through Building Stories,” culminated in a…
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Global Eid Divide Sparks Debate: Muslim World Split Over 2026 Celebration Dates
A fresh wave of controversy has swept across the Muslim world as countries sharply diverge over the official date for Eid al-Fitr 2026, exposing deep-rooted differences in moon sighting practices and religious authority. While some nations have declared Thursday, March 19 as Eid, a far larger bloc insists on Friday, March 20, igniting renewed debate…
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