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Day: August 8, 2025

Niger Assembly asks Gov Bago to ban sign-out activities in schools over ‘immoral conducts’

The Niger House of Assembly has urged Governor Umaru Bago to ban the celebration of Markers’ Day and sign-out activities in all public and private secondary and tertiary institutions across the state. The Assembly passed the resolution following a motion by the member representing Tafa Constituency, Muhammad Idris, who lamented the negative consequences associated with…

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‘Please come back’ – Gov Mohammed begs Peter Obi to return to PDP

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has appealed to the former Labour Party presidential flag-bearer, Peter Obi, to consider a return to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ahead of the 2027 elections. Mohammed, who doubles as the Chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum, made the appeal while hosting Obi and members of the obedient team…

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‘Plane Stopper’: Portable records new song about KWAM 1’s airport incident

Street pop sensation Portable is back with a new single titled ‘Plane Stopper’, which is inspired by the recent news-making airport incident involving Fuji music legend King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, AKA KWAM 1. He teased the new song in a post on his Instagram account, which has generated reactions from thousands of users, including celebrities…

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Fighting corruption isn’t as difficult as being portrayed – Peter Obi

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has said that tackling corruption in Nigeria is far less difficult than it is often made out to be. Speaking during a talk show on youth and leadership opportunities with students of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, on Friday, August 8, 2025, Obi stressed that personal…

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KWAM 1 apologises to FG, Nigerians over airport row, denies carrying alcohol

Famous Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1 and K1 De Ultimate, has tendered an unreserved apology following an altercation with flight officials at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, KWAM 1 was involved in a scuffle with airport officials after he was prevented from boarding…

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WAEC admits marking errors affecting English, Maths in 2025 WASSCE, issues revised results

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) said it has rectified errors in the results of the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), causing a significant jump in the number of candidates who obtained credit passes in five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics. The examination body released the revised results on Friday, August 8, 2025,…

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7 Things Your Children Can Do to Keep Busy This Holidays

The school bell has finally rung for the last term, and the holidays are here! Whilst children are thrilled to break free of the routine, their parents are left pondering the question: how do I keep them busy, entertained, and learning something new, without handing them over the iPad 24/7? If you’re seeking activities that…

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Here’s Where to Buy Art Supplies (Online and IRL)

Being inspired to create but struggling to find quality and affordable art supplies is a common struggle that many hobbyists and artists face. Using the right materials can make or break your creative work.  Some artists face poor‑quality paints, brushes that shed, or canvases that break down. A primed canvas, high‑pigment acrylic or watercolour, and…

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Nominations are now open for the 2025 Pulse Influencer Awards!

Pulse has officially opened nominations for the 2025 edition of the Pulse Influencer Awards (PIA), and the ball is now in your court. From Instagram storytellers who keep you laughing on tough days, to YouTubers who break down complex topics, to TikTok creators whose skits you just can’t stop replaying — the PIA is here…

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‘Follow visa laws or risk trust’ – US warns Nigeria

The Federal Government of Nigeria has partnered with the United States Embassy to launch a nationwide public enlightenment campaign on new U.S. visa rules for Nigerians. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced the initiative during a joint press conference with U.S. Ambassador Richard M. Mills Jr. in Abuja on Friday, August 8,…

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