JUST IN: WAEC adopts CBT for SSCE

The West African Examinations Council on Monday announced that it had ditched the paper and pencil test model and has adopted the Computer-Based Test mode for the conduct of the Senior School Certificate Examination.

This is contained in a statement signed by the acting head of the Public Affairs Unit of WAEC, Moyosola Adesina, and released on Monday.

According to the statement, the innovation would kick off with the conduct of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination for private candidates in February 2024.

“In line with global best practices, the Nigeria National Office of the West African Examinations Council wishes to inform the general public, and all its stakeholders, that it has concluded plans to migrate its WASSCE for Private Candidates Examination Diets from Paper and Pencil Test to Computer Based Examination,” the statement from the body partly read.

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C&S leader, Baba Aladura, dies at 103

Spiritual Father and Chairman, Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Church Worldwide, Prophet Samuel Adefila Abidoye, is dead.

The Secretariat of the church headed by the Secretary-General, Special Apostle Ademola Odetundun, confirmed the development, saying that the Spiritual Father died Sunday morning at about 10:00 am at the age of 103 in his Ilorin home, the Kwara state capital.

Special Apostle Odetundun said that the late spiritual father had his breakfast, almost dressing up to prepare for service, when he said that he wanted to rest for a while.“He passed on peacefully, thereafter”, he said, adding that burial arrangements would be announced later.

It was also gathered that remains of the Spiritual Father had been taken to a mortuary in the state capital.

Talking about some of his achievements, some church members pointed at the movement of the seat of power of the church from Kaduna to Galilee, located in Orile-Igbon, Oyo state, “which has now become a mega city”.

Baba Aladura, Dr. Prophet Samuel Adefila Abidoye was born on June 26 as a Prince at Omu Aran, Irepodun Local Government of Kwara State. His father was Odetundun Abegunde, who was Oba Olomu of Omu Aran, which was in Ilorin Province at the time. His mother’s name was Tinuade Tinuola, daughter of Niniola, a princess of Oponda in the present Isin Local Government of Kwara State.

He started schooling at N. A. Primary School, Omu Aran in May 1934. He lost his father on the Valentine’s day of 14th February 1938 which made the Lovers’ Day especially memorable to him personally. Around 1938, a Reverend Man of God, Senior Apostle Prophet Peter Oyinloye from Rore near Omu Aran, introduced Baba Samuel Abidoye to the Cherubim and Seraphim Church. Meanwhile, just as other converts in other folds, this new convert and others were made to memorize the catechism, which they had to recite before baptism. Thereafter, he was given the grace of seeing our Lord Jesus Christ in his dreams and in a trance in 1958

Carelessness, Red Card Cost us Victory Against Kwara Utd - Ogunbote

Carelessness, Red Card Cost us Victory Against Kwara Utd - Ogunbote

Technical Adviser of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan, Gbenga Ogunbote believed his team would have picked the maximum points in Ilorin, but for carelessness and the red card issued to skipper Malomo Taofeek.

The Oluyole Warriors were at the verge of grabbing the three points against Kwara United, until the Harmony Boys levelled things up with a minute left to full time.

In his post match interview after the matchday eight clash played on Sunday inside the mainbowl of the Kwara State Sports Complex, the 3SC sweat merchant lamented the late equaliser conceded by his team and the expulsion of his player.

He however, expressed happiness that his team ended up picking a point from the encounter.

"Even despite playing with ten men, I just feel like we were a little bit careless, we had managed the game up till 90 minutes.

"But be it as it may, it's a consolation, it's okay, we never laboured in vain," stated the tactician who revealed that his target, coming into the match, wass to win.

"My target was to win, every coach's target is to win a game but you can see it, as a result of the red card, our target was a little bit shattered.

"You know Nigerian players, the moment a player gets red card, they tend to move back, thinking that it will affect them and I think this really affected us, but we are going to work seriously on this.

When asked about the magic behind his good run in Ilorin, he attributed it to hard-work, saying, "It is not magic, it is hard-work. what I aspire for is level playing grounds, so If I lose, I will know that I have not done enough.

"It is not peculiar with Ilorin, every match I play, until the end of the game, whether I'm winning, drawing or losing, my target is to win", said the Oracle, as the gaffer is fondly called.

Makinde's Jagunmolu's Title, Recognition Of Rare Courage, Resilience Against Antidemocratic Forces–Akeem Olatunji

Makinde's Jagunmolu's Title, Recognition Of Rare Courage, Resilience Against Antidemocratic Forces–Akeem Olatunji

The Chairmanship candidate of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in Oluyole Local Government, Akeem Olatunji has said that the newly installed Jagunmolu of Ondo Kingdom, Governor Seyi Makinde only received recognition for his display of rare courage, selflessness and resilience against antidemocratic forces.

While congratulating the governor over his new coveted chieftaincy title, Olatunji noted that Makinde's contributions to deepening democracy and fight against injustice and inequality within the nation's political landscape.

The former Publicity Secretary of PDP in Oyo state made this known in a press statement on Sunday November 12.

He said Makinde's approach to governance and leadership which has continued to earn him accolades and recognitions both locally and internationally clearly espoused his depth of understanding of the political dynamics and the need to place the people at the centre of all government policies and programs.

In his words: "Our chieftaincy system intertwines traditional power structures with political dynamics and it allows traditional rulers to exert considerable influence over their domains which underscores the significance of Governor Seyi Makinde's Jagunmolu's title." 

Recall that the Osemawe of Ondo Kingdom, Oba Victor Adesinbo Kiladejo had on Friday installed Governor Seyi Makinde as the Jagunmolu of Ondo Kingdom in recognition of his contributions to deepening democracy and good governance in Nigeria.

Furthermore, Olatunji in his statement disclosed that "as a prominent figure within the Nigerian political and democratic system, Makinde's chieftaincy readily resonates across multiple spheres of south west politics. 

"Firstly, it acts as a unifying force among different communities and ethnic groups which also foster cohesion and cooperation in an otherwise culturally diverse geopolitical zone.

"Additionally, the chieftaincy upholds cultural traditions and values that are integral to the identity of people within the South West who have distinguished themselves in their chosen fields.

"We, the political disciples of Governor Makinde's Omititun political dynasty feel extremely privileged to be around this great man of immense intelligence and humane disposition to life. Being associated with him alone gives us leverage as his political followers even outside the shores of Oyo state and we pray for more of such highly coveted recognition.

Kwara Utd vs Shooting Stars: Oluyole Warriors Invade Ilorin for Harmony Boys

Kwara Utd vs Shooting Stars: Oluyole Warriors Invade Ilorin for Harmony Boys 

Ogunbote Hopes for Level Playing Ground

A mouth watering clash is in the offing as Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan, tackles host, Kwara United FC of Ilorin, in a matchday eight encounter, billed for the Kwara Sports Complex.

The Ibadan soccer lords  hit the Kwara State capital in high sprit, fresh from last Sunday's 4-1 win over Niger Tornadoes, which they hope to consolidate on.

While the Oluyole Warriors will be gingered by the matchday seven victory, the Harmony Boys will in contrast, fight to return to winning ways having lost 0-1 to Enyimba in Aba.

Shooting Stars will also be bouyed by their good run over Kwara United in their meetings last  season, having forced the coach Kabiru Dogo side to.goaless draw in Ibadan, their (Kwara United) adopted home then, before securing a 1 nil win in Akure, courtesy of Akpan Joshua's late strike in Akure 

Ahead of Sunday's game, Technical Adviser of 3SC, Gbenga Ogunbote, said his team will approach the encounter with the sole aim of getting something positive.

"It is another ball game and like I use to say, sometimes, it is difficult to predict the game, but we will go there to represent the club to the best of our abilities and then with good officiating, we should be able to come out with something positive," the Oracle stated.

AN HONOUR INDEED DESERVING OF AN INCLUSIVE AND PACESETTING LEADER - DIKKO FELICITATES WITH MAKINDE

AN HONOUR INDEED DESERVING OF AN INCLUSIVE AND PACESETTING LEADER - DIKKO FELICITATES WITH MAKINDE

I find it deserving and so I'm less taken aback that our father, the Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, was conferred and installed as a ruler in Ondo State. This is because nothing is short of deserving for someone who hasn't just been an exemplary leader but one who stirs beyond the conservative tags of leadership to represent everywhere and everything he belongs to; it is undebatable that Governor Seyi Makinde represents everything the Yoruba race stands for and yet remains committed to national duties beyond racial affiliations. He is one who has several times taken actions against all odds to demonstrate impactful leadership. 

Governor Seyi Makinde has not only risked his good standing with people, he has risked his office and position several times to ensure inclusion across all boards; gender, age, religion, politics, race and national duties. He is obviously a pacesetter in purposely governance.

He has in this passion for good governance fought valiantly against norms and popular culture to ensure a progressive and people centered governance.

He is therefore indeed worthy as the Jagunmolu of Ondo Kingdom as he has been conferred by the paramount traditional ruler of Ondo Kingdom, the Osemawa, Oba(Dr.) Victor Adesimbo.

I therefore congratulate His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde on this feat and pray that he receives help of the almighty to remain strong and valiant on this unpopular path of leadership he has chosen. I pray that this new feat will shower more blessings of the almighty on the people's Governor.

Hon.(Dr.) Salami Oladeji DIKKO

'You will repay your loan', MTN tells subscribers as 'system glitch' causes debt cancellation.

'You will repay your loan', MTN tells subscribers as 'system glitch' causes debt cancellation.

Service providers MTN Nigeria have reacted after a ‘system glitch’ in the early hours of Saturday caused a cancellation in the debt of subscribers owed to the company.

The company clarified amid jubilation from subscribers who thought the telecom operator intentionally cancelled their debt.

In a post on X, MTN stated that a glitch was responsible for the cancellation adding that balances will reflect accurate figures once problem is solved.

“MTN Nigeria Communications Plc can confirm a system glitch impacting balance enquiries. As a result, some customers may receive error messages showing that their balances have been cleared.

“This is not the case and all balances will reflect accurate figures once the problem is resolved. Our engineers are currently working to ensure this. Please accept our apologies. We regret the inconvenience.”

JAGUNMOLU OF ONDO KINGDOM: MAYEGUN BENEDICT AKIKA FELICITATES WITH FATHER, MOTHER, SAYS CONFERMENTS WELL DESERVED

The Mayegun of Akobo and AgbaAkin of Olorunda Abaa, Omoluabi Pataki Oloye Benedict Akika, has sent a message of felicitations to the

Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr (Dr) Seyi Makinde and his wife Engr (Mrs) Olufunke Makinde on the auspicious honour done to them by the esteemed Osemawe of Ondo, Oba Dr. Victor Adesimbo Kiladejo who recently added a feather to their caps with the conferment of a prestigious Chieftaincy title.

Chief Akika described the prestigious title given to his father and mother who have made impact and touched lives in positive ways as a reward for service delivery and to humanity, describing the conferments as well deserved.

The philanthropist applauded the honoury chieftaincy titles as that which would spur the duo to do more for the state and humanity, expressed optimism that it would no doubt serve as another platform for them to do more in the future.

While he wished the Osemawe of Ondo, Oba Dr. Victor Adesimbo Kiladejo many more years of prosperity in good health after the 70 years celebrated.

Oyo Lawmaker ,Hon. Adebisi congratulates Governor Seyi Makinde, on Conferment of Chieftaincy

Oyo Lawmaker ,Hon. Adebisi congratulates Governor Seyi Makinde, on Conferment of Chieftaincy

The Deputy Chief Whip of Oyo State House of Assembly and Chairman House committee on Youth and Sports, Hon. Yusuf Adebisi has congratulate his leader, Executive Governor of Oyo State, Governor Seyi Makinde, on the conferment of chieftaincy title as the "Jagunmolu of Ondo Kingdom".

The installation of the prestigious Chieftaincy title on the Governor Makinde personality coincided with the 70th birthday celebration and 17th year coronation anniversary of Oba (Dr) Victor Adesimbo Ademefun Kiladejo (Osemawe and Paramount Ruler of Ondo Kingdom).

"I congratulate my father and leader, the people's Governor, on the conferment as the Jagunmolu of Ondo Kingdom".

"Governor Seyi Makinde has shown himself overtime as a man of the people. His landmark performance as the Governor of the pacesetter State is applaudable". 

"His Excellency accelerated roadmap for development of Oyo State is commendable, attractive and is not surprised the ancient city of Ondo Kingdom has found Oga worthy to celebrate and honour him to be the JAGUNMOLU of the kingdom"

"This is affirmation of his responsible representation and quality governance deliverables he has been giving since his assumption to office as the governor of Oyo State".

"Your Excellency sir, you have my best wishes as you continue to serve humanity in your different space," Hon. Adebisi reiterated. 

Tope Eluyefa

SSA media and public affairs

Hon. Olamijuwonlo Alao Akala moved a petition on behalf of Mr. Adebayo Olaide, a native of Ogbomoso, Oyo State on the floor of the House yesterday.

Hon. Olamijuwonlo Alao Akala, Member House of Representatives representing Ogbomosho North, South and Orire Federal constituency moved a petition on behalf of Mr. Adebayo Olaide, a native of Ogbomoso, Oyo State on the floor of the House yesterday.

Mr. Adebayo was brutalized by the men of the Nigerian police force, Oyo State Command on the 25th of June, 2009, at Ayegbayun village, near Odo Oba, Ogooluwa L.G in Ibadan. This unfortunate incident led to a loss of sight in his left eye and bodily harm to his person.

In suit no: M/554/2011, between Mr. Adebayo Olaide v. Inspector General of Police and four others, and Appeal No CA/1244/2013 between the Inspector General of Police and four others v. Mr. Adebayo Olaide; the courts unanimously delivered judgment in favor of Mr. Adebayo Olaide. But quite disturbingly, Mr. Olaide has neither got justice nor compensation for the assault meted out to him. 

It is disheartening that Mr. Olaide has continued to live with this disability for the past 13 years due to the unprofessional attitude of police officers employed to protect Nigerians. In addition, the noncompliance of the court orders is disrespectful and unacceptable. 

As a Lawmaker, invested in justice and effective implementation of the law, I called on the House to wade into this case, by ensuring that the NPF respects court orders. While this may not restore Mr. Olaide’s sight, it is my belief that the award will go a long way in ensuring that he gets the justice that he deserves, while also setting precedence for like matters in the future.

O MU YES DAY: Happy birthday to pragmatic chairman- Arole Felicitates with Akintayo

Hon Ibrahim Akintayo 'O MU YES' is the Executive Chairman of Ibadan North East Local Government, The emeritus chairman Hon. Gbenga Ayinde Adewusi 'Arole' express his heartfel gratitude to Akintayo on his auspicious day, 

he qualified him as a man who loves his people, the man who believes in God there is no regrets turbaning him as Akeweje Adinni of Ibadan by the grand Imam of Oyo state, he also comends  his respects towards the leaders and party faithful 

He also wish him Long life and prosperity in the land of living 

You are an example of Loyalty and pillar of support- Arole extols Arapaja

The day of birth is special and it is worthy of celebration so therefore Hon. Gbenga Ayinde Adewusi 'Arole' has Felicitates with His Excellency Ambassador Taofeek Oladejo Arapaja, Deputy National Chairman (south) in a great party, People's Democratic Party

He described him as the man who loves to stand with someone without doubt, he stressed that Arapaja is a leader who stand by his word a man with pure heart, Arapaja will never decieve, he will says the true no matter how it is bitter

My prayer for him is that may the Lord bless his new age with fulfilment of all his heart desires.

Arole Felicitates with Gov. Seyi Makinde on his installation as Jagunmolu of Ondo Kingdom

Arole Felicitates with Gov. Seyi Makinde on his installation as Jagunmolu of Ondo Kingdom

Hon. Gbenga Ayinde Adewusi 'Arole' has congratulates His Excellency Engr Dr Seyi Makinde FNSE on his installation as Jagunmolu of Ondo Kingdom by His Imperial Majesty, Oba Victor Adesimbo Kiladejo Jilo III, the Osemawe and paramount ruler of Ondo Kingdom, during the celebration of 70th birthday and 17th year coronation anniversary of His imperial Majesty.

Governor Seyi Makinde FNSE is truly and capable to install as Jagunmolu of Yoruba at large because his governance has change the face of Oyo state and he has restore the lost glory of Oyo state and he also set us back as the state that is setting pace for others to follow.

He also congratulates His Imperial Majesty, Oba Victor Adesimbo Kiladejo Jilo III, the Osemawe and paramount ruler of Ondo Kingdom, on the celebration of 70th birthday and 17th year coronation anniversary and also appreciate him for installing our dear leader as Jagunmolu of Ondo Kingdom.

2026 World Cup Race: Peseiro calls Simon, Iheanacho, Omeruo, 20 others for Crocodiles, Warriors

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2026 World Cup Race: Peseiro calls Simon, Iheanacho, Omeruo, 20 others for Crocodiles, Warriors

 

Head Coach Jose Santos Peseiro has invited goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, defenders Kenneth Omeruo and Olaoluwa Aina, midfielders Alex Iwobi and Frank Onyeka, and forwards Moses Simon, Kelechi Iheanacho and Taiwo Awoniyi among a list of 23 players for this month’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho and Zimbabwe.

 

There are also goalkeepers Francis Uzoho and Olorunleke Ojo, defenders Oluwasemilogo Ajayi and Bright Osayi-Samuel, midfielder Raphael Onyedika and forwards Ademola Lookman, Victor Boniface and Terem Moffi.

 

Defender Jamilu Collins makes a return after a long lay-off due to injury, and there is a first-ever call for Bayer Leverkusen of Germany forward Nathan Tella. Spain-based striker Sadiq Umar also makes a return after a long absence.

 

The Super Eagles kick-start their race to the huge houseparty in the United States of America, Mexico and Canada in 2026 with a session against the Crocodiles of Lesotho at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo next week Thursday, and then fly to Rwanda for a clash with the Warriors of Zimbabwe at the Huye Stadium in Butare on Sunday, 19th November.

 

The 20,000-capacity Huye Stadium, located in the city of Butare which is 135 kilometres south of the Rwandan capital, Kigali, has an artificial turf. 

 

Zimbabwe has adopted Rwanda as home for the qualifiers as no stadium in the southern African nation has been deemed fit to host the FIFA World Cup qualifying games.

 

ALL THE INVITED PLAYERS:

 

Goalkeepers: Francis Uzoho (Omonia FC, Cyprus); Olorunleke Ojo (Enyimba FC); Maduka Okoye (Udinese Calcio, Italy)

 

Defenders: Olaoluwa Aina (Nottingham Forest, England); Chidozie Awaziem (Boavista FC, Portugal); Bright Osayi-Samuel (Fenerbahce FC, Turkey); Bruno Onyemaechi (Boavista FC, Portugal); Kenneth Omeruo (Kasimpasa FC, Turkey); Oluwasemilogo Ajayi (West Bromwich Albion, England); Calvin Bassey (Fulham FC, England); Jamilu Collins (Cardiff FC, Wales)

 

Midfielders: Raphael Onyedika (Club Brugge, Belgium); Joe Ayodele-Aribo (Southampton FC, England); Frank Onyeka (Brentford FC, England); Alex Iwobi (Fulham FC, England)

 

Forwards: Kelechi Iheanacho (Leicester City, England); Sadiq Umar (Real Sociedad, Spain); Moses Simon (FC Nantes, France); Ademola Lookman (Atalanta FC, Italy); Nathan Tella (Bayer Leverkusen, Germany); Taiwo Awoniyi (Nottingham Forest, England); Terem Moffi (OGC Nice, France); Victor Boniface (Bayer Leverkusen, Germany)

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Cheers to your new age - Arole Felicitates with Double T

Hon Gbenga Ayinde Adewusi 'Arole'has Felicitates with Hon. Babatunde Tijani (Double T) on his precious day, 

He said "I called a precious day because this is day a loyal and trustworthy man was born, he double T as the supporter of good governance of His Excellency Engr Seyi Makinde FNSE, he described him as man who has heart of gold 

He pray to Almighty God to give him long life to witness more years in a sound health and wealth