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The Students’ Union Government of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic has directed students to observe a peaceful sit-at-home on Monday, August 3, in response to the recent increase in school fees by the institution’s management.In a statement issued on Sunday, the union said the directive followed unsuccessful engagements with the management of the institution over the reviewed fees.The statement, signed by the Students’ Union President, Afolabi Temitope, alongside the Acting Speaker, Olorode Kehinde, General Secretary, Ekundayo Gbenga, and Public Relations Officer, Oloyede Ganiyu, said the union had held a series of consultations with the management since the revised fees appeared on the students’ portal.According to the union, it consistently maintained that the welfare and interests...

The Edo State Government says the mother and stepfather of an 11-year-old girl allegedly abused in Benin City have been rearrested and will be prosecuted following renewed investigations into the case.The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Eugenia Abdallah said the ministry is committed to ensuring justice for the child.According to Abdallah, the suspects were initially released from police custody because there was no official record stating why they had been brought to the station. She said they have since been rearrested and will face prosecution. She said: "The suspects were released because nobody recorded why they were brought to the station. However, they have been rearrested, and the ministry will prosecute both the mother and stepfather. We are determin...

A 44-year-old man survived after jumping naked from the Brooklyn Bridge into New York City's East River on Sunday following a standoff with police.The dramatic incident, which was captured on video by bystanders and widely shared on social media, unfolded after the man climbed to the top of the bridge's north tower.According to police sources, the man removed all his clothes after reaching the top and attached a Kazakhstan flag to the bridge. Officers from the New York Police Department's Emergency Service Unit climbed the tower in an attempt to persuade him to come down safely.Despite their efforts, the man jumped from the bridge into the East River while officers were speaking with him. The NYPD Harbor Unit, which was already on the scene, quickly rescued him from the water. ...

Senate Deputy Minority Whip and Kano Central Senator, Rufai Hanga, has resigned from the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC).The lawmaker announced his exit in a resignation letter dated August 3, 2026, addressed to the chairman of the NDC in his ward.According to Hanga, his decision followed careful consideration and personal reflection, as he intends to focus on other personal commitments and career pursuits.In the letter, the senator thanked the party's ward leadership and members for their support, cooperation and the opportunities he enjoyed during his time in the NDC. He said he remains grateful for the relationships and experiences gained through his political activities within the party."I am writing to formally notify you of my resignation from the Nigeria Democrati...

A Catholic priest, Reverend Father Emmanuel Obadjere of St William’s Catholic Church, Orerokpe, Delta State, has slammed APC members for distributing bags of rice to the electorate ahead of the 2027 general elections.In a video making the rounds on social media, the cleric described this act as totally irresponsible.The clergyman criticized the party for adopting such a modus operandi, arguing that the money being used to purchase these bags of rice can be used to embark on developmental projects that can be of great benefit to the general populace.‘’Few days ago I returned to the house, and they told me somebody brought in a bag of rice, and when I looked at the rice, it was a customized bag of the President of Nigeria. This is very unpatriotic. Instead of using this money to...

Former Governor of Abia State and Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has defended the recent remarks made by Catholic bishops to President Bola Tinubu, insisting that the clerics merely spoke the truth about the state of the nation.Kalu stated that religious leaders have a responsibility to speak honestly on issues affecting Nigerians and should not be criticised for expressing their views. According to him, the bishops' comments reflected the concerns of many citizens and were intended to encourage improvements in governance.The lawmaker stressed that constructive criticism is an essential part of democracy, noting that leaders should be willing to listen to sincere advice from stakeholders, including religious institutions.He also expressed confidence in Preside...

Iran has dismissed United States President Donald Trump's assertion that fresh negotiations between Washington and Tehran would begin on Monday to end the ongoing conflict between the two countries.Trump had announced on Sunday that he was postponing further military action against Iran to allow diplomacy another opportunity, claiming discussions would resume the following day.However, Iran's Foreign Ministry denied the claim, maintaining that Tehran is not engaged in direct negotiations with the United States.Speaking during a weekly media briefing, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said Iran's current discussions are only with Oman regarding navigation through the Strait of Hormuz."We are not negotiating with the United States at this time. Our discussions...