By NEWSCOUNT Desk The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has set up a committee to review the structure and content of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), with particular attention to the inclusion of life skills, critical thinking and other competencies. JAMB Registrar, Prof. Segun Aina, disclosed this in Abuja while inaugurating the committee, […]
Jacobs, ‘Lion of Lufodo’, Dies at 84 After More Than Five Decades in Acting
By NEWSCOUNT Desk Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. Jacobs died on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, with his family announcing his death through a statement shared by his wife, veteran actress Joke Silva, and their son, Olusoji Jacobs. The family […]
‘Let Facts Travel Faster Than Rumours’, Olaiya Tells Journalists
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Police Force, Zone 7 Command, Abuja, has called on journalists to give priority to facts and proper verification in their reporting, especially when covering security matters, warning that inaccurate information can create fear and confusion in society. The Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 7, AIG Victor Olaiya, […]
‘Democracy Dies When Citizens Withdraw, Remain Silent’ – Ojukwu
By George Ozalla The Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Chief Tony Ojukwu, SAN, has urged Nigerians to actively participate in the 2027 general elections, warning that democracy suffers when citizens withdraw from the electoral process and remain silent. Ojukwu made the call as Nigeria joined the global community to commemorate the […]
Najomo on His Birthday: The Captain Who Does Not Sit Still
Tribute By Chukwudi George Ozalla Capt. Chris Ona Najomo marks his birthday today, and it is a fitting occasion to reflect on the man and the energy he brings to his work. At the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), he is constantly on the move, checking, listening, meeting stakeholders, asking questions and following up on […]
NCS Seizes 56 Containers, Adeniyi Vows to Protect Farmers, Manufacturers
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has seized 56 containers containing prohibited and improperly declared goods with a combined duty-paid value of N5.53 billion at the Port Harcourt Area II Command, Onne, Rivers State. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, disclosed this on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, while briefing journalists and inspecting […]
NAFDAC, PCC Team Up Against Fake Products
By George Ozalla The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and the Public Complaints Commission (PCC) are to deepen cooperation in the fight against counterfeit, substandard, falsified and unwholesome regulated products in Nigeria. The Chief Commissioner of the PCC, Hon. Bashir Abubakar, stated this during a courtesy visit by a delegation […]
NCS Spends N70bn On CSR, Says Adeniyi
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has spent N70 billion on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) projects across the country, Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has disclosed. Adeniyi made the disclosure on Monday in Modakeke, Osun State, while speaking with journalists during the commissioning of the renovated Ife Girls High School, Ile-Ife, carried […]
Nigeria, Serbia Deepen Bilateral Ties as Braimah Presents Credentials
By NEWSCOUNT Desk Nigeria and Serbia have renewed their commitment to stronger bilateral relations following the presentation of Letters of Credence by Nigeria’s Ambassador to Serbia, Engr. Abasi Ogwime Braimah, to Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić. Braimah presented his credentials on Monday, September 14, 2026, at the Palace of Serbia in Belgrade, formally taking up his […]
NHRC Tasks FG To Arrest, Prosecute Masterminds Of Killings, Hate Speeches Nationwide
By NEWSCOUNT Desk The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called on the Federal Government to thoroughly investigate the masterminds and perpetrators of killings, abductions and other violent attacks across the country and ensure that those found responsible face prosecution. The Executive Secretary of the Commission, Dr Tony Ojukwu, made the call on Monday while […]
