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‘One of my outstanding ministers’ – Tinubu hails Umahi at 63

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July 25, 2026

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President Bola Tinubu has felicitated the Minister of Works, David Umahi, on the occasion of his 63rd birthday, praising his dedication to delivering lasting infrastructure projects across Nigeria.

Before joining Tinubu’s cabinet, Umahi, born on July 25, 1963, represented Ebonyi South in the Senate after completing two consecutive terms as governor of Ebonyi State between 2015 and 2023.

In a statement released on Saturday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu described the works minister as “one of my outstanding, hardworking ministers.”

The president applauded Umahi’s commitment to his responsibilities, noting that the minister is focused on constructing durable roads and bridges capable of serving Nigerians for generations.

According to the statement, Tinubu commended Umahi for his “passion, dedication to duty, and deep sense of patriotism.”

He also encouraged the minister to sustain the momentum in road construction, rehabilitation and project delivery in line with his administration’s vision of improving the quality of life for Nigerians while stimulating economic growth.

“As a minister, he does not just sit in his office or rely on reports from subordinates; he is constantly on the road, personally monitoring construction work nationwide to ensure compliance with specifications and approvals,” Tinubu said.

The president extended his best wishes to Umahi and his family, praying for continued good health and renewed strength as he remains in public service.

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Veteran Nollywood actor, Ogogo diagnosed of stage 4 cancer, daughter begs for support

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August 18, 2026

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Veteran Nigerian actor, Taiwo Hassan known as Ogogo has reportedly been diagnosed with Stage 4 Cancer.

This revelation was made by his daughter who made a video requesting for medical assistance from people.

In a video circulating online, the daughter appeals for support to save her ailing father.

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See 2026/2026 UEFA champions league play-off fixtures, match dates

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August 18, 2026

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The war for the final seven teams to join the 2026/2027 UEFA Champions League phase commences next week, with 14 clubs to compete across seven two-legged ties.

The Genius Media Nigeria reports that winners in this play-off will join 29 direct entrants in the 36-team league phase, while all seven losing teams drop directly into the UEFA Europa League league phase.

The first legs of the play-off are scheduled for play on August 18 and 19, with the return fixtures scheduled for August 25 and 26.

Below are the seven UEFA Champions League play-off fixtures:
Fenerbahçe vs Lyon
Celtic vs LASK
N.E.C. vs Bodø/Glimt
AEK Athens vs Levski Sofia
GNK Dinamo vs Viking
Slovan Bratislava vs Celje
Hapoel Beer-Sheva vs Sabah
Meanwhile, English football analyst Jamie Carragher has considered Michael Carrick unqualified to deliver the Premier League title for Manchester United this season.

Not only the Premier League, but the former Liverpool player also didn’t see Carrick among managers who could contend for the Champions League this season.

Carragher, however, believes the Red Devils’ manager could do well in the season.

“I personally just don’t think Michael Carrick’s got that stardust as a manager to win a Champions League or a Premier League.Africans & Diaspora

“He could have a good season and put Manchester United in a position to then go and get a Champions League-winning manager,” Carragher said.

Naija News reports that the former Reds made this remark on The Overlap Fan Debate.

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Council of Legal Education reveals 983 failed law school bar resit

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August 18, 2026

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The Council of Legal Education has revealed that 983 candidates failed the May 2026 Bar Final (Resit) Examination, representing 54.7 per cent of those who sat the examination.

The council disclosed this in a public notice signed by its Secretary and Director of Administration, Aderonke O. Osho, and shared on Monday.

The results were approved at the council’s Third Quarter Hybrid Meeting held on Thursday, August 13, 2026.

According to the notice, “a total of 1,955 candidates sat for the examination,” with “885 candidates” recording a pass, while “55 candidates” obtained conditional passes.

The council further stated that “983 candidates” failed the examination, while 32 candidates were absent and the results of 19 others were withheld.

The Council said, “The results recorded an overall pass rate of 45.3 per cent. 54.7 per cent of the candidates did not attain the prescribed pass mark.”

Meanwhile, the Council of Legal Education has released a list of 122 universities approved to offer Law in Nigeria as of August 2026.

The council warned prospective students against enrolling in unaccredited institutions, stressing that only universities accredited by it are authorised to admit students into the Bachelor of Laws programme.

It added that students admitted into unapproved Law programmes would not be eligible for admission into the Nigerian Law School.