Author: Starnews NG
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JAMB orders universities to reverse irregular admissions
By Charles Maduka The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has directed tertiary institutions involved in irregular admission practices to immediately reverse such admissions. The board said it discovered cases where candidates with higher rankings were allegedly ignored, while those with lower scores were admitted, a situation it described as a clear violation of admission guidelines.…
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Real Madrid sack Xabi Alonso, appoint Arbeloa as new head coach
By Charles Maduka Real Madrid have dismissed head coach Xabi Alonso following their 3-2 defeat to Barcelona in the Supercopa de Espana final, ending his seven-month spell in charge of the club. Alonso had been under growing pressure due to inconsistent results and reported disagreements with some players, but Sunday’s Clasico loss proved decisive. Despite…
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Celebrating Governor Aiyedatiwa @61: Reflecting on His Achievements
As Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa celebrates his birthday today, it is a fitting moment to reflect on the remarkable achievements he has accomplished since taking office on February 24, 2025. Under his leadership, the ‘Our Ease’ agenda has transformed Ondo State, bringing positive changes that have touched the lives of residents across all 18 local…
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Obayangban Launches Grass-Cutting Initiative in Schools to Enhance Environmental Sanitation
Hon. Bidemi Joshua Obayangban, the Special Assistant to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Forestry (Ondo South), has taken a significant step towards improving education, promoting environmental sanitation, and ensuring child welfare with the launch of a comprehensive grass-cutting initiative targeting primary and secondary schools in Okitipupa/Irele Federal Constituency of Ondo State. Starnews NG reports that the…
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Russian army shoots down U.S. F-16 fighter jet in Ukraine
In early January 2026, Russian state-aligned media and military sources have claimed that a US-made F-16 fighter jet operated by the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) was shot down during combat operations, a statement that has quickly fueled debate and calls for verification from independent observers amid the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, The…
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61st Birthday: APC Chieftain Bode Obanla Celebrates Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa
In a heartfelt tribute, Prince Bode Obanla, a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State and former Senior Special Assistant to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has celebrated the governor’s 61st birthday with a warm message. On Monday, in a statement to Starnews NG, Obanla expressed his admiration for Aiyedatiwa’s leadership and contributions…
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Obayangban Praises Aiyedatiwa’s Leadership on His 61st Birthday
Obayangban Bidemi Joshua, Special Assistant to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Forestry (Ondo South), has extended heartfelt birthday wishes to the governor as he celebrates his special day today. In a message shared on social media and prominently featured on the second page of today’s Punch newspaper, Obayangban expressed his admiration for the governor’s dedication and…
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Minister of Interior Honours Governor Aiyedatiwa on His Birthday
In a heartfelt tribute, Hon. (Dr.) Olubunmi Tunji Ojo, the Minister of Interior, has extended warm birthday wishes to Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State as he celebrates another year of life today. In a statement released on social media and featured in today’s Punch newspaper, Minister Tunji Ojo congratulated the governor, saying, “I…
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US Will Take Greenland ‘One Way or Another’—Trump
By Charles Maduka United States President Donald Trump has declared that the US will take control of Greenland “one way or another,” warning that Russia and China could step in if Washington fails to act. Trump said gaining control of the mineral-rich Danish territory is vital to America’s national security, especially with growing military activities…
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Saudi Airlines Leave Kano-Bound Passengers Stranded in Abuja
By Charles Maduka Saudi Airlines has come under heavy criticism after leaving hundreds of Kano-bound passengers stranded at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, for almost two days, creating tension and raising serious security concerns at the airport. The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority said the incident happened after bad weather conditions in Kano forced the…
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Apostle Suleman Issues Chilling Death Threats Against Critics Outside His Church
General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries International, Apostle Johnson Suleman, has sparked outrage after boasting that speaking against him near his church in Auchi, Edo State, could lead to deadly consequences. In a viral video that has since circulated widely, Suleman claimed that his followers might resort to violence against any critics. He ominously warned,…
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ADC Issues Urgent Warning on Fraudulent Membership Registration Links
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued an official statement today, Sunday, addressing the circulation of fraudulent online links and social media handles falsely claiming to be the official membership registration platform for the party. In the statement, the ADC informed the general public, party members, and supporters that there is currently no official ADC…