Recent reports alleging misappropriation of funds within the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) have been firmly refuted by the agency’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Akintunde Sawyerr. Speaking on Channels Television’s “Politics Today,” Mr. Sawyerr unequivocally stated that “no money has been stolen” and that NELFUND possesses “a clean bill of health.”

This denial follows reports triggering an investigation by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) into potential diversion of funds by certain institutions participating in the student loan scheme.

Mr. Sawyerr reiterated the purpose of NELFUND as bridging the financial gap for students lacking the means to pursue higher education, emphasizing the Fund’s commitment to accountability and transparency. While acknowledging potential issues related to human intervention in the application process, he maintained that the core funds remain secure and have not been diverted.

Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) has officially announced the audition dates for its highly anticipated tenth season. Aspiring contestants can register online from May 3rd to May 7th, 2025, for a chance to participate in the reality television phenomenon.

The organizers have stated that successful online applicants will proceed to physical auditions, scheduled to take place in Lagos, Enugu, and Abuja between May 16th and 18th.

Interested individuals aged 21 and above are encouraged to visit the African Magic audition portal at africanmagic.tv/audition to complete the registration process. Applicants will need to provide their personal details, select their preferred audition time and location, and await confirmation.

Troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have successfully thwarted a bandit attack in Ussa Local Government Area of Taraba State. The operation, conducted under Operation Lafiyan Jama’a, resulted in the neutralization of one suspected bandit.

Acting on credible intelligence regarding bandit movement in the Fikyu axis, troops established an ambush near Gafar village. Upon sighting a group of bandits moving towards the village with apparent hostile intent, the troops engaged the suspects. One bandit was killed during the ensuing exchange, while others fled into the surrounding area.

A subsequent clearance operation yielded the recovery of one AK-47 rifle and a motorcycle, reportedly stolen from a local resident. The recovered items are currently in military custody for further investigation and action. This successful operation underscores the Nigerian Army’s commitment to maintaining security and combating banditry in the region.