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The Rector, Redeemer’s College of Technology and Management, Dr Oladunni Izobo-Martins, has warned its newly admitted students to shun examination malpractice, cultism, harassment, drug abuse, vandalism and other forms of misconduct. This is as she tasked them on discipline, academic integrity and practical skills acquisition. Izobo-Martins gave the charge at the matriculation ceremony for new students admitted to the 2025/2026 session of the institution held on Friday at Mowe, Ogun State. Warning against misconduct, the Rector emphasised that the institution does not toy with discipline and integrity. “Examination malpractice, cultism, harassment, drug abuse, vandalism and other forms of misconduct are…

The development follows weeks of tensions surrounding Iran’s nuclear programme and threats of a US military attack. Delegations headed by US Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff and Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held indirect talks in Oman, according to media reports. This marked the first time the sides had met since last June when the US and Israel launched airstrikes targeting Iranian nuclear facilities. The talks come as the US has amassed forces including a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, off the Iranian coast. Reduce regional tensions The Secretary-General expressed hope that the talks “will help reduce regional tensions and prevent a broader crisis,” UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq said in a note to correspondents. Mr. Guterres was…

Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny ended his Super Bowl halftime performance with a striking message of unity, unveiling a massive billboard that read: “The only thing more powerful than hate is love.” The message appeared as he wrapped up his set, drawing thunderous applause inside the stadium and quickly going viral across social media platforms. Delivering a high-energy performance that blended Spanish and English hits, Bad Bunny used the global stage to spotlight themes of love, resilience, and togetherness amid heightened social and political tensions. Fans and commentators praised the closing moment as timely and deeply impactful, with many describing…

February 9, 2026 20:57 GMT (UK), by Sri Aswin Neville on Carrick for United job Manchester United are unlikely to take a quick decision on Michael Carrick following his success as the interim head coach. The 44-year-old was appointed as the caretaker manager for the remainder of the campaign after Ruben Amorim’s sacking in January.United have turned their fortunes around under him with four straight league wins and are currently in the Champions League spots.Carrick has received plenty of praise from the fans and there have been suggestions that he should be handed the permanent job soon.However, club legend Gary…

AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria, has disclosed plans to take its condom advocacy directly to the streets and university campuses as sexually transmitted infections (STIs) continue to rise in Nigeria and globally. The Foundation, in a statement issued on Monday warned that neglecting prevention could undo hard-won progress against HIV. As part of its activities to mark the 2026 International Condom Day (ICD), the Foundation said it will host public events in Anambra State and Abuja, featuring road walks, free condom distribution, HIV testing and sexual health education, with the campaign themed “Just Use It.” AHF said condoms remain one…

An Ogun State chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party and convener of The Alternative Movement, Segun Showunmi, has condemned the shabby treatment of people living with disabilities in the state. Showunmi, in a statement posted on his Facebook page on Monday, decried the exclusion of people living with disabilities, saying that not much has been done to ease their challenges and help them live a dignified life. He stated, “In Ogun State, thousands of persons living with disabilities wake up every day ready to learn, work, and contribute, yet are blocked not by ability, but by policy neglect. “Broken sidewalks,…

The British pound weakened on Monday as political uncertainty in the United Kingdom combined with rising expectations of further interest rate cuts to pressure the currency across major pairs. Sterling fell sharply against the euro, sliding to 87.22 pence from around 86.80 pence earlier in the session, its weakest level in nearly two weeks. The move reflected growing investor caution as political developments in London unsettled UK assets. Against the U.S. dollar, the pound dipped to $1.3607, down from approximately $1.3635 before selling pressure emerged. While the decline against the dollar was more modest, traders said sentiment toward sterling remained…

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has been summoned to appear in person or through legal representation in a suit instituted against him by some princes of Oyo at the Oyo State High Court sitting in Oyo town. The claimants, Ladigbolu Adegboyega, Owoade Tesleem, Adeyemi Adesina and Adeyemi Adebayo, filed the suit marked HOY/18/2026, seeking several declaratory and injunctive reliefs against the monarch. In the suit, the princes are asking the court to grant an order of perpetual injunction restraining the Alaafin, “either by himself, his servants, privies or any other person or persons whosoever,” from appearing at, attending,…

The Federal Government has begun implementing key welfare provisions of its renegotiated agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities, including salary-related allowances. This was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education, Boriowo Folasade. According to the statement, the implementation reflects President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to agreements reached with stakeholders in the education sector and to sustaining industrial harmony in public universities. The statement noted that the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, announced that the government had commenced the 40 per cent increase in the…

The identities of the Nigerian Army commander, three officers, and 12 soldiers who were killed by attackers in Delta community have been revealed. The Defence Headquarters shared their photos and names on X account on Monday. The fallen soldiers, serving with the 181 Amphibious Battalion, were on a peace-keeping mission to quell community clashes in Bomadi Local Government of Delta State when the incident occurred. Their names are: – LT COL AH ALI COMMAND OFFICER 181 AMPHIBIOUS BATTALION NIGERIAN ARMY – Maj SD Shafa (N/13976) – Maj DE Obi (N/14395) – Capt U Zakari (N/16348) – SSgt Yahaya Saidu (#3NA/36/2974)…