The Oyo State High Court sitting in Iyaganku, Ibadan, has affirmed the constitutional right of eligible Muslim female students to wear the hijab in government-owned public schools across the state, including schools with missionary heritage. The judgment, delivered by Justice Y. S. Adekunle on Monday, also directed the Oyo state government to issue an official circular permitting the use of the hijab by eligible Muslim female students in public schools and restrained the enforcement of policies found to be inconsistent with the constitutional rights of the affected students. Reacting to the ruling, the Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) described the…
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Spain were crowned FIFA World Cup champions after defeating Argentina 1–0 in a thrilling final that went to extra time. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute, securing Spain’s second World Cup title after their first triumph in 2010. The final was fiercely contested, with Spain dominating possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities. Argentina defended resolutely throughout regular time, but Spain finally broke the deadlock in extra time when Torres finished a well worked move to send Spanish supporters into celebration. Despite a determined effort from Argentina, the defending champions were unable to find an equaliser. Spain’s…
The deputy governor of Nasarawa State, Dr. Emmanuel Agbadu Akabe, has led a security operation against illegal mining activities in Amba community, Kokona local government area, resulting in the arrest of several foreign nationals and local miners. The operation, conducted on Friday, targeted an illegal mining site where security personnel apprehended individuals suspected of engaging in unauthorized mining activities. During the raid, authorities recovered suspected mineral resources packed in cartons, as well as various equipment allegedly used for the illegal mining operations. Items seized included CCTV cameras and other operational materials reportedly installed at the site to monitor and support…
Borno state governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has launched a clean energy initiative aimed at reducing deforestation and promoting environmental sustainability through the distribution of 23,700 free cooking gas cylinders to school teachers and environmental vanguards across the state’s 27 local government areas. The programme, which also provides beneficiaries with refill vouchers, was unveiled on Thursday during the 2026 National Tree Planting Campaign and Distribution of Clean Cooking Stoves and Gas Cylinders in Maiduguri. Governor Zulum said the first phase of the intervention would involve the distribution of 5,000 gas cylinders and clean cooking stoves to teachers and environmental vanguards…
Burkina Faso’s military-led government has approved the industrial development of the Bouboulou Gold Mine, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to increase state participation in its mining sector. The approval was granted by the country’s transitional leader, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, making the Bouboulou Gold Mine the second industrial-scale gold mine to be operated by the state. According to government projections, the project will run for 10 years and is expected to produce approximately 7.27 tonnes of gold during its lifespan. Authorities also estimate that the mine will create more than 1,200 direct and indirect jobs while generating over…
Spain booked their place in the FIFA World Cup final with an impressive 2–0 victory over France in the first semifinal played on Tuesday. Spain took control of the match in the 22nd minute when Mikel Oyarzabal calmly converted a penalty after France defender Lucas Digne fouled young star Lamine Yamal inside the penalty area. The goal gave Spain a deserved 1–0 lead at halftime. The Spanish side continued to dominate possession in the second half and doubled their advantage in the 58th minute. Pedro Porro finished off a well-worked team move, assisted by Dani Olmo, leaving the French defence…
By Our Correspondent The Taraba State Government has intensified efforts to achieve universal health coverage, placing thousands of vulnerable residents at the centre of its healthcare agenda through the expansion of the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) and the Kefacare Health Insurance Programme. At the flag-off of the 2026 BHCPF programme in Wukari Local Government Area on Monday, the Executive Secretary of the Taraba State Contributory Health Insurance Agency (TSCHIA), Pharm. Jacobs Akenzukpi, described traditional institutions as indispensable partners in ensuring the success of the state’s health insurance initiative. According to him, traditional rulers have continued to play a…
The Bayelsa state government has approved a new package of welfare measures for workers across the state’s mainstream civil service, local government and education sectors, including fresh allowances, promotion arrears and other benefits valued at billions of naira. The government said the approvals underscore its commitment to workers’ welfare and efforts to strengthen the state’s public service for improved service delivery. Deputy governor Dr. Peter Akpe announced the approvals during an enlarged meeting with labour leaders, government officials and union representatives at Government House, Yenagoa. According to Akpe, governor Douye Diri approved the extension of the retirement age and years…
Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe state,has approved the implementation of the 2025 Federal Government/Academic Staff Union of Universities (FGN/ASUU) Agreement, including the payment of arrears of the Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance (CATA), Professorial Allowance, and Earned Academic Allowance (EAA). The approval followed the submission of a report by the state Fact-Finding Committee on the review of welfare and remuneration of academic staff. The report had earlier been presented to the Acting Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Mohammed Goje. According to a statement signed by the Director-General, Press and Media Affairs to the governor, Mamman Mohammed, the committee…
Edo state governor, Monday Okpebholo, has pledged a total of N41 million in financial support for 41 Edo indigenes evacuated from South Africa following recent xenophobic attacks. The governor made the announcement on Monday while receiving the returnees at the Festival Hall of the Government House in Benin City, stating that each returnee would receive N1 million within 24 hours to assist with accommodation and immediate resettlement. Okpebholo also disclosed that the state government would provide soft loans to enable the returnees to establish businesses and reintegrate into society. “Your success begins today. Many of you possess knowledge and skills…