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Prime College denies agreeing to out of court settlement for reopening

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The management of a private secondary school in Kano, Prime College, has refuted claims that it has agreed to an out-of-court settlement with the State Private and Voluntary Institutions Management Board (KSPVIB) to reopen the school.

The expressed surprise to a purported news in a section of the media that it has agreed to the terms of the board for its reopening, which it has from the onset said its unconstitutional as there was never a court order to close the school.

‘’Our client, Prime College, has drawn our attention to an announcement in the press by the
PVIB Kano, on a purported terms of settlement that the ES seeks to foist on the situation he has created, a statement issued by Solicitors to Prime Schools Kano, signed by Femi Sunmonu, said on Saturday.

‘’For the avoidance of doubt, our client has not agreed to any out-of-court settlement at this time.

‘’Any ‘agreement’ will be only via a just, honest and transparent process and not by coercion. And only with the Legal representatives accompanied by specifically authorized representatives of the School.

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‘’The inconvenience of closure notwithstanding, Prime College is committed to assertion of its legal rights before the courts of the land properly constituted.

Recalls that Priime College Kano had raised strong objections to what it described as an “unlawful attempt” by the Kano State Private and Voluntary Institutions Board (PVIB) to shut down its operations following a dispute over school fees.

The school said it was compelled to speak out after being served with a perpetual order from the Kano Magistracy directing a reversal of its 2025/26 fee increase and suspension of operations.

It said that in July 2025, Prime College announced an adjustment in fees for the 2025/26 academic year, citing inflation and the need to maintain teaching quality and infrastructure.

The management said flexible payment plans were made available to parents, assuring that no child would be denied education for inability to pay.

According to the school, over 94% of parents complied with the new rates. However, fewer than 20 parents rejected the increment, labelling the school “exploitative” and petitioning PVIB to intervene.

The statement said that the PVIB Executive Secretary, Malam Baba Abubakar Umar, visited the school in the company of some parents and appointed an interim caretaker PTA committee of eight parents and five teachers.

The committee reportedly voted in favour of the fee increase. Yet, the PVIB later declared the deliberations “inconclusive” and issued directives for the fees to be reversed.

Prime College management said efforts to engage the PVIB leadership were met with “abuse, denigration, and public embarrassment.”

On Wednesday, September 17, the school was served with an order from the Kano Magistracy halting implementation of the new fees.

No such directive was given in the order or derivable from its contents,” the statement read.

Prime College said it is pursuing legal redress and reaffirmed its commitment to lawful operations, while warning that suspending the education of innocent children is unjust.

“It is unfair to suspend the education of innocent children even for one day, let alone for weeks, without hearing our side of the matter,” the statement added.

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Nigeria Secures Record Ninth AFCON Bronze After Dramatic Penalty Shootout Win Over Egypt

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January 17, 2026

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By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have clinched the bronze medal at AFCON 2025, defeating Egypt 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a tense and goalless regulation match.

Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali emerged as the hero, making two crucial saves in the shootout to deny Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush. Ademola Lookman sealed the victory with a calm final penalty, providing consolation after Nigeria’s semi-final defeat by the same method.

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In a match between two sides reshuffled after semi-final losses, Nigeria started without key attackers Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, and Alex Iwobi. The first half’s major incident saw a Paul Onuachu goal disallowed by VAR for a foul in the buildup, for which he also received a yellow card.

The second half followed a similar pattern, with both teams showing effort but lacking a decisive final touch. Nigeria’s best chance came from a tame Raphael Onyedika effort from distance.

The victory marks Nigeria’s first penalty shootout win in three attempts at the tournament and extends their record to a ninth AFCON bronze medal.

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Nigeria Signs Major Economic Pact with UAE as Tinubu Returns from Abu Dhabi Summit

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January 17, 2026

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By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Nigeria following his participation in the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW2026), where he secured a significant bilateral agreement and announced major investment and climate finance targets.

According to a Statehouse press release issued by Special Adviser Bayo Onanuga, the centerpiece of the visit was the signing of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates. The pact is designed to deepen economic ties, significantly boost bilateral trade and investment, and enhance technology transfer. Key sectors targeted for expanded collaboration include energy, infrastructure, agriculture, mining, and renewable energy.

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In a notable announcement at the summit, President Tinubu revealed plans for a joint Nigeria-UAE “INVESTOPIA” forum to be held in Lagos this February. The initiative is explicitly aimed at attracting global investors to the Nigerian market.

Furthermore, the President outlined an ambitious climate finance goal. He informed summit delegates that Nigeria aims to mobilize up to $30 billion annually in climate and green industrial finance. This effort is tied to the nation’s accelerated energy transition reforms and its drive to expand electricity access nationwide.

The President’s delegation included several key ministers who participated in the sustainability summit, highlighting the administration’s focus on leveraging international partnerships for economic development and climate action.

The newly signed CEPA marks a potential thaw and significant deepening of economic relations between Nigeria and the UAE, following previous diplomatic tensions.

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JUST-IN: Veteran Journalist, Ex-Presidential Candidate Dele Momodu Joins ADC

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January 16, 2026

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Dele Momodu, the former Presidential Candidate of National Conscience Party(NCP), and the Publisher of Ovation International, has joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Balaji Abdullahi, the Spokesperson of the party, disclosed this in a post through his handle on X(formerly known as Twitter) on Friday evening.

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“The African Democratic Congress (@ADCNig) is delighted to officially welcome the Publisher of Ovation International and former Presidential Candidate of the National Conscience Party, Bashorun @DeleMomodu to the ADC,” he posted.

The development will add to the opposition party’s momentum ahead of the forthcoming presidential election.

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