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Top Science Student Stuns Social Media With Excellent WAEC Results but Cries Out Over Poor English Grade

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Lagos, Nigeria — The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results, sparking a wave of emotions across Nigeria as students share their scores online. Among the voices drawing attention is Uchenna , a science student whose academic performance has gone viral for an unexpected reason. After logging in to check his result, Uchenna proudly posted his grades on social media, revealing stellar marks across most subjects — including A1 in Marketing and Chemistry , B2 in Civic Education , Biology , Physics , and Computer Studies , and B3 in Mathematics . However, his celebration was overshadowed by a D7 in English Language , prompting a heartfelt outcry that resonated with thousands online. “After passing all subjects with As and Bs, I got D7 in English. How?” he lamented in his post, sparking widespread reactions and conversations about the grading system. Many fellow candidates reported similar ...
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Massive Protest Disrupts Lagos Airport, FAAN Urges Passengers to Depart Early

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  The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has issued an urgent travel advisory to all passengers travelling through the Murtala Muhammed Airport (MMA) in Lagos , following severe traffic congestion caused by a major protest . According to FAAN, the disruption stems from a demonstration by a group of visually impaired individuals , who have blocked major access routes to the airport. The protest, which began earlier today, has resulted in heavy gridlock , long vehicle queues , and significant delays for road users. Both local and international travellers are being affected, with some at risk of missing scheduled flights . FAAN has strongly advised passengers to adjust their travel plans and set out earlier than usual to avoid disruptions. Security and traffic control teams have been deployed on-site to manage the situation and ease movement in and out of the airport. Authorities also confirmed they are engaging with the protesters in an effort to resolve the matter peace...
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TCN Urges Collective Action as N88bn Spent on Repairing Vandalised Power Infrastructure

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The Transmission Company of Nigeria ( TCN ) has revealed it has spent over ₦88 billion on repairing vandalised power infrastructure nationwide between 2021 and now, warning that the persistent attacks are draining resources meant for upgrading Nigeria’s electricity network . Speaking at a public sensitisation campaign against vandalism at the Odogunyan 132kV Transmission Substation in Ikorodu , Lagos , TCN’s Principal Manager (Lines), Engr. Seyi Onabajo , described the trend as unsustainable. “This is a wake-up call for the whole community and beyond to protect TCN infrastructures and report cases of vandalism to the appropriate authorities. We cannot continue to spend so much on repairing vandalised power towers , especially as the cost of building a tower from scratch is cheaper than repairing it,” he stressed. General Manager, TCN Lagos Region , Engr. Mojeed Akintola , explained that community engagement is now a quarterly exercise to improve awareness and prevent further sabotage...
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Nigerian Student Celebrates WAEC 2025 Success with Viral Dance Video

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  A Nigerian secondary school graduate, who had earlier captured the internet’s attention with her stunning princess-style attire at her graduation prom, has once again gone viral—this time for her joyous celebration of her West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) 2025 results. The young student, identified on TikTok as @munaa, shared a video of herself dancing alongside a friend, announcing that they had both passed the highly anticipated examination. Her caption, “Mood because we passed WAEC. God did,” struck a chord with many Nigerians, reflecting the relief and excitement felt by thousands of candidates nationwide. Prior to the release of the results, the student’s regal appearance in a blue ball gown at her prom had drawn praise across social media platforms. Many followers expressed admiration for her elegance and confidence, with the latest video now adding academic achievement to her growing public profile. The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) con...
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AON Places Indefinite Flight Ban on Comfort Emmanson After Ibom Air Altercation

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The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has announced an indefinite ban on Ms. Comfort Emmanson , following an altercation with crew members of Ibom Air . The sanction applies to both domestic and international flights operated by all AON member airlines . According to a statement released by AON’s spokesperson, Professor Obiora Okonkwo , the incident occurred on August 10, 2025, aboard Ibom Air flight Q9 303 from Uyo to Lagos. Upon landing, Ms. Emmanson was captured in a viral video physically attacking members of the airline’s crew. While some social media users initially alleged that the crew members had assaulted the passenger, AON clarified that the video evidence and accounts from the flight showed the opposite to be true. “The AON condemns in the strongest terms the violent incident involving Ms. Comfort Emmanson,” the statement read. “Effective immediately, she has been placed on the AON ‘No Fly’ list indefinitely, and is banned for life from flying with any AON member airline,...
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JAMB Bans Combination of WAEC and NECO Results for UTME Admissions

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  The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced a major policy change that will affect candidates seeking admission into Nigerian tertiary institutions . Going forward, Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) candidates will no longer be permitted to combine results from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) when applying for admission. JAMB Registrar, Professor Is-haq Oloyede , disclosed this during a virtual meeting with Vice-Chancellors and Heads of Admissions in Abuja . He emphasized that results from two different examination bodies will not be accepted for admission screening, stressing the need for uniformity and credibility in the admission process. In addition, Oloyede highlighted subject requirements for different streams, noting that science students must include Mathematics in their top subjects, while arts students must have English. He also directed that under-16 candidates be assessed...
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Osimhen Caught in Mosque Renaming Controversy in Turkey

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Galatasaray ’s record signing, Victor Osimhen , has found himself unexpectedly at the center of a local controversy in Turkey following his high-profile move from Napoli . The Nigerian striker, who joined the Istanbul giants this summer in a historic €75 million deal, was warmly welcomed by fans and hailed as the most expensive signing in Turkish football history. His arrival placed him among Europe’s highest-paid players and sparked huge excitement for the club’s 2025 season. However, just days after landing in Turkey, Osimhen’s name appeared on Google Maps as the title of a mosque in the Karatay district of Konya . The Bulut Mosque , completed in 2008, was suddenly listed as the “Victor Osimhen Mosque,” prompting swift backlash from the local community. Members of the congregation expressed their dissatisfaction, emphasizing that the mosque had carried the Bulut name for over a decade and should not be associated with an unrelated public figure. One worshipper said, “We have been a c...
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