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AFCOM-HS: New Military Medical College Listed on JAMB Portal for 2026/2027 Admission

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AFCOM-HS: New Military Medical College Listed on JAMB Portal for 2026/2027 Admission

The Armed Forces College of Medicine and Health Sciences (AFCOM-HS), Yaba, Lagos State, has been reported as listed on the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) portal for the 2026/2027 academic session, following claims that the institution has secured approval from the National Universities Commission (NUC). The development is expected to strengthen Nigeria’s efforts to…

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Education and Institutions

Arsenal Sink Everton as Aston Villa Shock Man City in Dramatic Premier League Saturday

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Arsenal Sink Everton as Aston Villa Shock Man City in Dramatic Premier League Saturday

Arsenal strengthened their challenge for the English Premier League title with a commanding 2-0 victory over Everton at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, while Aston Villa delivered one of the day’s biggest surprises by defeating Manchester City 2-1 at Villa Park. Elsewhere, Fulham secured a narrow 1-0 away win over Coventry City to complete an…

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EPL, Football

Nigeria’s First Ebola Patient Identified as Wife of Swiss Diplomat as Authorities Probe Source of Infection

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Nigeria’s First Ebola Patient Identified as Wife of Swiss Diplomat as Authorities Probe Source of Infection

Nigeria’s latest Ebola case has been traced to a 42-year-old Ugandan-born woman married to a Swiss diplomat stationed in Abuja, as health authorities intensify investigations to determine where she contracted the potentially fatal viral disease. The case, confirmed through laboratory testing on October 20, marks Nigeria’s first confirmed Ebola infection in more than a decade….

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Ailments and Diseases

MURIC Seeks Police Probe into Alleged Killing of Man Inside Oyo Mosque

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MURIC Seeks Police Probe into Alleged Killing of Man Inside Oyo Mosque

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has petitioned the police over the alleged killing of a man inside a mosque in Oyo State, seeking an investigation into the incident and justice for the deceased. The petition places the reported incident before law enforcement authorities amid concerns over the safety of worshippers and the need to ensure…

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Ebola: Diplomat Diagnosed With Virus Develops Multi-Organ Failure as Nigeria Ramps Up Containment Efforts

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Ebola: Diplomat Diagnosed With Virus Develops Multi-Organ Failure as Nigeria Ramps Up Containment Efforts

ABUJA, Nigeria — Concerns over the spread of Ebola virus disease in Nigeria have intensified following reports that a diplomat diagnosed with the deadly Bundibugyo strain developed multi-organ failure, prompting renewed attention to the country’s emergency response and disease-surveillance measures. The development was disclosed on Wednesday, October 21, by officials of the Nigeria Centre for…

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Health & Wellness

Basiru Dismisses Sowore’s Political Credibility, Calls Him a Skit Maker Over Request to Use Aso Villa for Campaign Event

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Basiru Dismisses Sowore’s Political Credibility, Calls Him a Skit Maker Over Request to Use Aso Villa for Campaign Event

The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Ajibola Basiru, has questioned the political credibility of African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, following the party’s request to use the Presidential Villa, Aso Rock, Abuja, for a campaign-related event ahead of the 2027 general elections. Basiru described Sowore as a “skit maker”…

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2027 General Elections, Politics

Army Arrests DJ Abam Over Alleged Violent Crimes in Peva, Taraba State

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Army Arrests DJ Abam Over Alleged Violent Crimes in Peva, Taraba State

… Residents hope suspect’s arrest will pave the way for accountability over alleged killings, kidnappings, extortion and property seizures. The reported arrest of Denen Joe, popularly known as DJ Abam, has sparked renewed hope among residents of Peva and neighbouring communities in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State, where he has been accused of…

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Insecurities and insurgencies, News

UCL Showdown: Arsenal Hold Bayern Munich to Thrilling 2–2 Draw

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UCL Showdown: Arsenal Hold Bayern Munich to Thrilling 2–2 Draw

Arsenal produced a resilient performance away from home to secure a 2–2 draw against Bayern Munich in the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, denying the German giants victory in a fiercely contested European encounter. The result at Bayern’s home ground keeps the spotlight on Arsenal’s ability to compete against elite European…

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Football, UCL

Europe Erupts Over Rising Fuel Prices as Cities Battles Soaring Cost of Living and Economic Hardship

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Europe Erupts Over Rising Fuel Prices as Cities Battles Soaring Cost of Living and Economic Hardship

Rising fuel prices, soaring household expenses and dissatisfaction with public services are fuelling a wave of protests across Europe, creating fresh political challenges for incumbent governments ahead of crucial elections. Reports by Reuters, Associated Press and Arise News indicate that economic hardship is increasingly shaping public anger and giving far-right and other populist movements opportunities…

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World News

DSS Arraigns Suspects Over Kidnap of 20 NYSC Members in Imo

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DSS Arraigns Suspects Over Kidnap of 20 NYSC Members in Imo

The Department of State Services (DSS) has arraigned five suspected members of a criminal gang allegedly responsible for the abduction of 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members and another passenger in Imo State, marking a new development in the investigation into the October 1 incident. The suspects were brought before the Imo State…

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