The Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUS) has admitted 3,717 students into its science-based faculties and colleges, out of a total of 6,505 students admitted for the 2025/2026 academic session. This highlights the growing interest in science, technology and health-related programmes at the institution. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Bashiru Garba, disclosed this during the university’s matriculation ceremony held at the S. A. S. Galadanci Convocation Arena on the main campus in Sokoto on Wednesday, where the newly admitted students formally took the oath of studentship. ASHENEWS observes that the science-based admissions form a major share of the 6,505 students admitted into…
Author: Abdallah el-Kurebe
The Northwest University Sokoto (NWUS) has expanded its international academic collaborations through a strategic partnership with India’s IPSC Pain and Spine Hospital and its academic arm, IPSC University, New Delhi, to support the redesign and development of the Northwest University Teaching Hospital (NWUTH) to meet global healthcare standards. The collaboration complements the university’s earlier partnership with the University of Lahore, Pakistan, aimed at strengthening medical education and research. NWUS Vice Chancellor, Prof. Mukhtar Umar Bunza, said the initiative reflects the institution’s vision of “building a home of knowledge that speaks to the world.” According to him, upgrading the teaching hospital…
The Senate Committee on Public Accounts has summoned former Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, to explain an alleged ₦210 trillion flagged as unaccounted for in the company’s audit reports covering 2017 to 2023. Kyari was summoned alongside former Chief Financial Officer, Umar Ajia Isa, and former Group General Manager of National Petroleum Investment Management Services (NAPIMS), Bala Wunti. Chairman of the committee, Aliyu Wadada, issued the summons on Thursday after lawmakers reviewed the company’s audited financial statements. He said the former management team is expected to appear before the committee alongside…
Fridges are essential kitchen heroes, helping to keep our food fresh, save time, and prevent the risks of spoiled meals. But did you know that not everything should be chilled? While your milk might appreciate the cool temperatures, there are surprising foods that don’t belong in the fridge. Some of these items could even pose health risks when stored incorrectly. We’ve put together a list of foods you should avoid refrigerating—this knowledge could be a lifesaver! Potatoes When storing your spuds, keep them in a cool, dry spot in your kitchen (but not too cold! Whether you prefer them boiled,…
Nigeria’s stock market closed on a positive note on Wednesday as the benchmark index on the Nigerian Exchange Ltd (NGX) rose by 0.18 percent, driven by renewed investor interest in banking and financial services stocks. Data from the exchange showed that the All-Share Index (ASI) gained 343.9 points to close at 196,807.2 points, while market capitalisation climbed to about N126.3 trillion. The marginal gain reflects cautious optimism among investors as the market continues to trade close to the 200,000-point psychological mark. Trading activity, however, slowed compared to the previous session, with investors exchanging about 634 million shares during the day’s…
Airfares on key routes between Asia and Europe have skyrocketed by as much as 900%, with one-way tickets now fetching thousands of dollars, as travelers scramble for direct flights to dodge widespread closures of Middle Eastern transit hubs. The crisis, now in its fourth day, stems from US-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28 that triggered retaliatory attacks, shutting civilian airspace over Iran, Iraq, Israel, Kuwait, Qatar, Syria, and Bahrain. Demand has flooded nonstop services from airlines like Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways, and Air China, leaving economy seats sold out for days or weeks ahead. Thailand’s Civil Aviation…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals says it is strengthening its role as a stabilising force in Nigeria’s energy market amid disruptions in global refining operations triggered by tensions in the Middle East. The refinery reassured Nigerians that it remains committed to prioritising domestic supply as several refineries worldwide shut down or reduce output due to the ongoing conflict in the region. According to the company, the crisis has tightened global petroleum product availability, with some countries taking protective measures. China, for instance, has reportedly banned the export of gasoline and diesel, a move expected to worsen the global supply squeeze.…
Nigeria’s 36 state governments received a combined N551.77 billion as their share of Value Added Tax (VAT) revenue in January 2026, marking a sharp rise following the implementation of the Federal Government’s new tax sharing framework. Data presented by the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) showed that the amount represents a 30.4 percent increase compared with the N423.25 billion shared by states in December 2025. The increase comes as the country begins distribution under the newly introduced tax laws, which altered the VAT sharing formula among the three tiers of government. Under the revised arrangement, the Federal Government now receives…
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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has incorporated domestically refined gold, meeting London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) Good Delivery standards, into its foreign reserves, elevating total gold holdings to $3.5 billion. This move represents a key advancement in Nigeria’s reserve diversification efforts amid global economic uncertainties. Sourcing and responsible practices The gold was procured through the National Gold Purchase Programme (NGPP), managed by the Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF), engaging local miners across the country. The initiative adheres to strict responsible sourcing guidelines, including the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Due Diligence Guidelines and the World Gold Council’s…