Outgoing JAMB Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede reflects on his 10-year tenure, defends major reforms, discusses returning to academia, and says he now wants to “go back and beg God” after years in public service.
Month: July 2026
US Ends Routine Visa Services in Abuja, Moves Processing to Lagos from August 1!
The United States has ended routine visa services at its Embassy in Abuja from August 1, 2026, transferring all regular visa processing for Nigeria to the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos as part of a wider Africa-wide restructuring.
Nigeria’s daily gas supply reached 2.05bcf in the first half of 2026 but remained 35% below target as NUPRC introduced a new Gas Swap Framework to improve domestic supply and support industrial growth.
Davido Announces Acting Ambitions, Eyes Movie Production as Afrobeats Superstar Expands Creative Empire!
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido has announced plans to begin acting and invest in movie production, marking a major expansion of his entertainment career beyond music while strengthening the growing connection between Afrobeats and Nollywood.
Jessica Oji Ends Nigeria’s 20-Year Commonwealth Shot Put Medal Drought with Historic Glasgow 2026 Silver!
Jessica Oji makes history by winning Nigeria’s first Commonwealth Games women’s shot put medal in 20 years, securing silver at Glasgow 2026 and inspiring a new generation of Nigerian athletes.
Makinde Launches Judicial Commission to Probe Oriire School Abduction, Deepening Oyo’s Drive for Justice and Security!
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde inaugurates an eight-member Judicial Commission of Inquiry to investigate the May 15 Oriire abduction, reinforcing accountability, justice, and improved security across the state.
UNIJOS Records Over 200 Exam Malpractice Cases in One Semester as Vice-Chancellor Warns Against AI Misuse and Mob Justice!
The University of Jos recorded over 200 examination malpractice cases in one semester as Vice-Chancellor Professor Tanko Ishaya warned against the misuse of AI tools such as ChatGPT and condemned mob justice, highlighting growing concerns over academic integrity in Nigerian universities.
Andy Burnham Escalates Pressure on FIFA: British Political Leader Says Gianni Infantino Is ‘Wrong Man’ to Lead World Football!
British political leader Andy Burnham says Gianni Infantino is the wrong man to lead FIFA, intensifying global debate over football governance, accountability, and the future leadership of world football in this in-depth Wengglobal analysis.
Chelsea Hit with £10 Million FA Fine and Suspended Transfer Ban Over 74 Agent Rule Breaches!
Chelsea have been fined £10 million and handed a suspended transfer ban after admitting 74 FA agent regulation breaches linked to the Roman Abramovich era. The ruling concludes a major investigation into historical transfer dealings while allowing the Premier League club to continue signing players under strict compliance conditions.
Kano Governor Abba Yusuf Celebrates Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II at 65, Hails His Enduring Legacy in National Development!
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf celebrates Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II on his 65th birthday, praising his visionary leadership, economic expertise and enduring contributions to Kano State and Nigeria’s development.
Court Wedding Doesn’t Stop Muslim Men From Marrying Another Wife, Lawyer Says, Sparks Debate!
A Nigerian lawyer says a court wedding does not prevent Muslim men from marrying another wife under Islamic law, sparking nationwide debate over statutory marriage, Islamic law, and the legal implications of polygamy in Nigeria.
From Drums to Chants: How Yoruba Indigenous Religion Shaped Christian, Islamic Worship — Don!
Professor Olusola Ajibade explains how Yoruba indigenous religion has influenced Christian and Islamic worship in Yorubaland through music, chants, language and cultural traditions.
Carlos Cordeiro Resigns as FIFA Adviser Amid Growing Global Opposition to World Cup Investment Proposal!
Carlos Cordeiro resigns as an adviser to FIFA President Gianni Infantino after the AFC joined UEFA and Concacaf in opposing FIFA’s proposed investment plan. Wengglobal examines the governance implications for world football and Africa.
Gunmen Attack Benue Catholic Bishop’s Residence, Abduct Seminarian as Diocese Appeals for Prayers!
Suspected gunmen attacked the Catholic Bishop of Otukpo’s residence in Benue State, abducting seminarian Kelvin Ochai. The diocese has appealed for prayers while security agencies intensify rescue efforts.
Westinghouse Files Confidentially for US IPO as Nuclear Energy Investment Surges Amid Global Power Demand!
Pennsylvania-based Westinghouse has confidentially filed for a US IPO as rising global electricity demand and renewed investor confidence in nuclear energy boost interest in the sector. Wengglobal examines the implications for energy markets and the global transition to reliable low-carbon power.