Author: Drum Africa Correspondent
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) caucus in the Senate, led by the Minority Leader, Senator Abba Moro, has dismissed speculations of internal collapse within the PDP. It affirmed that the party remains strong and united despite recent challenges. Briefing journalists on Tuesday in Abuja, Moro stated that contrary to insinuations that the PDP was in shreds and on the verge of collapse, the party was waxing stronger. He acknowledged that internal disagreements exist but insisted they were being addressed. Moro noted that every party has its fair share of conflict while urging members to remain resolute and loyal to the…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced that it will on Wednesday release the results of 379,000 candidates who sat the rescheduled Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination between Friday and Monday. JAMB rescheduled the exam following widespread outcry over mass failure during the initial UTME. The board admitted to technical and human errors, especially in Lagos and South-East states, which significantly affected candidates’ performance. Out of the 1.9 million candidates who sat this year’s UTME, over 1.5 million scored below 200 marks out of a possible 400, prompting widespread concern among stakeholders. Following sustained pressure, JAMB investigated the mass failure…
Rivers State Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), says his administration is laying a solid foundation for good governance in the state, driven by strong institutions, a results-oriented public service, and sustained capacity building. Ibas stated this on Monday in Port Harcourt while declaring open a 4-Day Transformational Leadership Training Workshop for Sustainable Development, organised by the Rivers State Government in collaboration with the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies. The training, which began on Monday, brought together Permanent Secretaries, Local Government Administrators, and Directors from various ministries across the state. Ibas, in his speech, said the workshop represented…
The Independent National Electoral Commission has released the personal particulars of candidates for the 2025 Anambra State governorship election. The publication of the particulars followed the conclusion of party primaries by 16 political parties and the upload of candidates’ nomination forms for the election by the deadline of 6 pm on May 12, 2025, when the dedicated portal automatically shut down. This was disclosed in a statement by the National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, on Saturday, titled ‘PUBLICATION OF PERSONAL PARTICULARS OF CANDIDATES FOR THE 2025 ANAMBRA STATE GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION’. The Anambra State governorship…
The South East Senate Caucus on Saturday expressed serious concern over what it described as a “curious and highly suspicious” examination glitch by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in some centres in Lagos and particularly across the entire South East region during the recent exam cycle. In a statement issued by its Chairman, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, in Abuja, the caucus described the incident as disheartening and cautioned against any deliberate attempt to undermine the future of the region’s children. After a careful assessment of the reports surrounding the incident, the caucus acknowledged with cautious optimism the efforts made…
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has issued a stern warning to commissioners and special advisers, threatening to sack any cabinet member found to be exhibiting indolence and insubordination during official functions. Eno declared that any erring cabinet member, regardless of gender, would be immediately relieved of their position. This is contained in an interview video posted by African Independent Television on Saturday. The governor’s warning comes in response to reports that some cabinet members have been demonstrating a nonchalant attitude towards their official duties, citing insufficient funding for their offices and adopting the local slogan, “Mkpo Ibaha,” meaning…
President Bola Tinubu, on Friday inducted two new Agusta helicopters into the Nigerian Air Force with a call on the military to redouble efforts at ending the multifaceted security challenges bedeviling the country. The president who gave the charge at the induction ceremony of two newly acquired Agusta 109 Trekker helicopters, held as part of events marking the 61st anniversary of the Nigerian Air Force, said the stability of Nigeria’s democracy, regional peace, and economic growth is closely tied to national security. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, at the ceremony, Tinubu, said “A democratically stable Nigeria is fundamental to…
The Finnish government has preferred “terrorism” charges against Simon Ekpa, the controversial Biafra agitator. Ekpa was charged with “public incitement to commit a crime with terrorist intent” and “participation in a terrorist group”. According to Yle, Finnish media outlet, the charges were filed on Friday morning at the Päijät-Häme district court. Jukka Rappe, Finnish deputy prosecutor-general, told the platform that the charges are related to Ekpa’s activities pertaining to the establishment of Biafra as an independent state. Rappe said the prosecutor will assess whether what happened online meets the criteria of a crime. The deputy prosecutor-general said the court will…
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has announced the expansion of its loan programme to some vocational skills centres across the country. The Executive Director of Operations at NELFUND, Iyal Mustapha, stated this during a sensitisation campaign in Enugu on Friday. The sensitisation tour included visits by the NELFUND management to the Institute of Management and Technology, Enugu College of Education, Technical, a technical school, and the MSME Clinics Fashion and Garment Hub in Enugu. Speaking, Mustapha said NELFUND aims to support vocational training through loans, helping individuals access technical education at various skill centres, including fashion design and other trades.…
Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Prof. Adenije Oladiji, has commended the transparent manner Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Ishaq Oloyede, handled the glitches observed in the administration of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. Prof. Oladiji said the bravery displayed by Prof. Oloyede in taking responsibility for what she termed inadvertent glitches was the hallmark of good leadership, a sense of responsibility, responsiveness and an affirmation of his total commitment to transparency, good governance and repositioning the organisation for better service delivery. Oladiji, who spoke in a statement issued in Akure,…