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The University of Calabar (UNICAL) is set to graduate 10,820 students during its 38th convocation ceremony, scheduled to run from April 2 to April 12, 2026. Vice Chancellor, Offiong Effanga Offiong, disclosed this during a pre-convocation press briefing, revealing that 52 students achieved first class honours, while some postgraduate students earned distinctions. According to him, the convocation will feature the award of first degrees, diplomas, certificates, postgraduate diplomas, master’s and doctoral degrees, alongside honorary recognitions. Out of the total graduates, 9,173 will receive first degrees, 152 diplomas, and 1,495 postgraduate qualifications. Among the first degree holders, 52 made first class, 2,390 earned second class upper division, 5,819 obtained second class l...

The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, has announced the temporary closure of some roads ahead of the Lagos Fanti Carnival scheduled for Monday, 6th April 2026. The affected roads to be cordoned off include: • King George V Road at the junction by Mobil Filling Station • Onikan Roundabout, inbound to TBS • Flagstaff House, inbound to TBS • Outer Marina by State House, inbound to TBS • Campbell Street by the Old Defence Building • Catholic Mission Street by St. Nicholas Hospital. All road closures will commence from 7:00 a.m. Motorists and residents are advised to plan their movements accordingly and use alternative routes during this period. According to Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), alternative rout...

A girl who  vanished from a town in Arizona has been found alive 32 years after. Christina Marie Plante was reported missing from Star Valley in May 1994. She was just 13 years old at the time. She was last seen leaving her home to walk to the stable where her horse was kept before vanishing "without a trace". Her disappearance was classified as occurring under"‘endangered and suspicious circumstances," sparking a huge search operation.  Volunteers joined police officers to scour the area but despite "exhaustive ground searches, interviews, and investigative follow-up, no viable leads were developed," sheriffs said. Missing person posters shared across the state and country detailed how she was last seen wearing a white T-shirt, multicoloured shorts and black tennis shoes. She was also ...

On this sacred day of Good Friday, we pause to reflect on the depth of love, sacrifice, and grace that it represents. It is a moment that reminds us that even in the face of pain and trials, hope is never lost, and light will always follow darkness. To my fans, thank you for your unwavering support and belief. Your encouragement continues to inspire every step of this journey. To my friends, your presence, laughter, and loyalty make life richer and more meaningful. I’m grateful for each of you. To my family, you are my foundation and strength. Your love is a constant reminder that no matter what happens, we are never alone. And to all our website readers and supporters, thank you for staying connected, engaged, and supportive. Your readership means more than words can e...

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ordered the remand of Nigerian cryptocurrency entrepreneur, Linus Williams Ifejirika, widely known as Blord, at the Kuje Correctional Centre over allegations of impersonation involving social media critic, VeryDarkMan (VDM). Blord was remanded on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, following his arraignment on multiple charges before the court. According to reports, VDM shared a video on his Instagram page showing Blord being escorted from the court premises to the correctional facility. He stated that the charges against Blord include impersonation and forgery. In his post, VDM alleged that Blord falsely used his identity to promote a business venture. He claimed that Blord forged flight tickets bearing his name, “Martins Otse,” and announced that ...

Ozonna Soludo has revealed that besides being a singer, he works as a chef. The son of Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo took his followers through his process of getting ready for work. In a video shared on Instagram,  he is seen in just his underwear as he applied cream on his body and then deodorant.  He then wore his white chef uniform before adding warm clothes on top. The Big Flex singer was his usual playful self in the video. In the caption, he wrote: “Get ready for work with me. Aside from making music, jewellery and everything else. I also work as a chef. Always cooking up something.” See the video below.

US-based Nigerian gay rights activist, Edafe Okporo and his husband, Nick Giglio, have gone their separate ways after three years of marriage.  The Warri-born immigration rights activist and Nick got married in July 2022. On Friday, March 27, he announced their divorce filing via his Instagram page. See below..

A former nurse has made history after being enthroned as Archbishop of Canterbury, the first woman to lead the centuries-old mother church of the world’s 85 million-strong Anglican community. Sarah Mullally, 63, formally steps into the role after an abuse scandal led to the departure of her predecessor. The former midwife was formally installed in the historic ceremony at Canterbury Cathedral in southeast England in front of around 2,000 people, including heir to the throne Prince William and his wife Princess Catherine. In accordance with tradition, the ceremony began with Mullally knocking three times with a staff on the cathedral’s west door to request admission. Dressed in deep yellow-gold robes, she was greeted by local schoolchildren who asked why she had been sent. ...

Nigerian businessman and socialite, Obinna Iyiegbu, widely known as Obi Cubana, has stated that his growing interest in politics is rooted in a desire to encourage meaningful dialogue and inclusive governance across Nigeria. In a statement released on Monday, Obi Cubana clarified that his engagement in political discussions is not driven by personal ambition or the pursuit of benefits. The billionaire entrepreneur emphasized that his success as a private citizen stems from hard work, entrepreneurship, and calculated investments, noting that he has never held any public office or relied on government patronage. According to him, his involvement is focused on bridging the disconnect between the government and the people—particularly among young Nigerians and across different regions...

A husband ended his marriage after coming across photographs of his wife with another man while browsing Google Maps. The man was using Google Maps to plan a route before setting off on a journey when he noticed an image of his wife sitting on a bench, stroking the hair of another man whose head rested in her lap. Captured by a Google camera vehicle in Lima, the Peruvian capital, the stunned husband said the photograph grabbed his attention because the woman pictured seemed to be wearing identical clothing to pieces his wife owned. Although the photo dated back to 2013, the furious husband challenged his wife with proof of her previous betrayal.  The pair, whose identities remain anonymous, subsequently divorced after the woman confessed to having an affair. In a twist of fate, she...