Dubious AI Detectors Fuel Pay-to-Humanise Scam
By Our Correspondent National News – Researchers and fact-checkers have raised alarm over dubious artificial intelligence detection tools that wrongly label human-written content as AI-generated before offering paid services to “humanise” the text. Experts say the emerging practice is spreading online and may be used to scam writers, students and institutions while undermining trust in […]
Adamu Becomes First Nigerian CAF Secretary-General
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigerian football administrator Samson Adamu has been appointed Acting Secretary-General of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), becoming the first Nigerian to hold the position in the organisation’s more than 70-year history. The appointment was confirmed on Sunday, March 29, 2026, during a meeting of the CAF Executive Committee […]
Onyemaechi Welcomes First Child, May Miss Jordan Match
By Our Correspondent National News – lSuper Eagles left-back Bruno Onyemaechi has become a father for the first time and may miss Nigeria’s upcoming friendly against Jordan on Tuesday. The 26-year-old defender left the team camp in Antalya, Turkey, to join his Portuguese partner, Ines Fontes, following the birth of their child. Onyemaechi shared a […]
VAR Ruins Premier League Matchday Experience – Survey
By Our Correspondent National News – A recent survey by the Football Supporters’ Association (FSA) reveals overwhelming fan dissatisfaction with the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in the English Premier League. Nearly 8,000 supporters from all 20 top-flight clubs participated, with over 90% indicating that VAR has negatively impacted their matchday experience. Fans highlighted the delays, […]
NEOLIFE Job Scam: Three Suspects to Face Trial
By Our Correspondent National News – The Zone 5 Command of the Nigerian Police in Benin, Edo State, is set to arraign three suspects accused of defrauding job seekers with fake employment offers under the name of US-based wellness company, NEOLIFE. Authorities also suspended the licence of an independent distributor allegedly linked to the scam. […]
LASG Strengthens Infection Control in 67 PHCs
By Our Correspondent National News – The Lagos State Government (LASG) has intensified efforts to prevent infections in primary healthcare facilities by distributing essential infection prevention materials to 67 Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) in Ibeju-Lekki, Eti-Osa, and Epe areas. The distribution, held at Health District III in Ikoyi on Friday, included personal protective equipment (PPE), […]
Plateau Imposes Curfew After Deadly Jos Attack
By Our Correspondent National News – The Plateau State Government has imposed a 48-hour curfew in Jos North Local Government Area following a violent attack in the Angwan Rukuba community. The curfew, effective from midnight of March 29 to April 1, 2026, comes after gunmen reportedly stormed the area on motorcycles, targeting residents and passersby. […]
Nasarawa West Set to Produce Next Governor
By Our Correspondent National News – Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has announced that the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state will conduct direct primary elections for the 2027 governorship and other key elective positions. Sule emphasized that the next governor should come from Nasarawa West senatorial zone, in line with fairness and […]
NBA Launches Nigeria’s First Digital Lawyers Directory
By Our Correspondent National News – The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Section on Legal Practice is set to launch a pioneering national law directory, aimed at improving access, visibility, and professional structure within Nigeria’s legal sector. The platform, already registering over 2,600 lawyers, will offer a verified, centralized database for individuals and organisations to locate […]
Rising Refuse Sparks Health Fears in Owerri
By Our Correspondent National News – Residents of Owerri, the capital of Imo State, have raised alarm over growing heaps of refuse across the city, warning that the situation could trigger outbreaks of Lassa fever and other infectious diseases. The waste buildup, which residents say has worsened in recent weeks following rainfall, has created unbearable […]