Jake Swandeh, Author at Made in Benue

Jake Swandeh

270 articles published

Nigerian football has a new teenage king, and his name is George Ilenikhena.

EntertainmentFebruary 4, 2026143Views 0Likes 0Comments

At just 18, Ilenikhena has shattered a record that stood tall for nearly two decades, completing a blockbuster €30 million move to Al-Ittihad to become Nigeria’s most expensive teenage footballer ever. In doing so, he eclipses the long-held benchmark set by John Mikel Obi, whose transfer once symbolised the peak of Nigerian youth value on…

Messi in Talks With Galatasaray Over Unusual Home-Only Deal

EntertainmentFebruary 4, 2026103Views 0Likes 0Comments

Football’s rumour mill has been sent into overdrive with reports linking Lionel Messi to a sensational move to Galatasaray — a transfer that would rank among the most unexpected chapters of his storied career. According to reports, discussions have taken place over a possible short-term deal that would see the Argentine icon don the famous…

Nigeria, South Korea Partner to Build Africa’s First EV Manufacturing Plant

Business and EconomyFebruary 4, 2026123Views 0Likes 0Comments

Nigeria has entered into a landmark agreement with South Korea’s AEDC to establish Africa’s first electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing plant, marking a major step in the country’s push toward clean energy and industrial growth. The project aligns with Nigeria’s broader energy transition and automotive development strategies, and will also focus on building visible EV infrastructure…

FAAN to Close MMIA Terminal 1 in March for Major Rehabilitation Project

Business and EconomyFebruary 4, 2026109Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced plans to temporarily close Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, beginning in March, to allow for a comprehensive rehabilitation of the facility. According to FAAN, the decision is part of a broader effort to address long-standing infrastructure challenges at the terminal, which…

Global Spotlight on Nigeria as US Congress Debates Genocide Claims

The United States Congress on Tuesday held a fresh hearing on Nigeria, focusing on allegations of genocide, rising insecurity, and concerns over religious freedom across the country. The session, convened by congressional panels on international human rights and religious freedom, brought together policy experts, advocates, and analysts who described Nigeria as a growing flashpoint for…

FCTA Assures Abuja Residents of Adequate Antivenom Stock in Public Hospitals

Health and LifestyleFebruary 3, 202684Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has assured residents of Abuja that antivenom is fully stocked and readily accessible across all FCTA-owned hospitals and public health centres, following public concern triggered by the reported death of singer Ifunanya Nwangene on Saturday. In a statement issued by health authorities under the FCTA, the administration emphasized that…

No MBBS Intake: FUTA to skip medical admissions for 2026/2027 session

The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) has announced that it will not admit students into its Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme for the 2026/2027 academic session. The decision was made public by the institution through an official notice, signaling a temporary suspension of admissions into the medical programme. While the university…

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, Son of Libya’s Former Leader, Reportedly Killed in Zintan.

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the 53-year-old son of Libya’s former leader Muammar Gaddafi, has reportedly been shot and killed in the western Libyan city of Zintan, where he had been based for more than a decade. Reports indicate that Gaddafi was killed on Tuesday, February 3, though details surrounding the circumstances of his death remain unclear…

Benue State Declares Lassa Fever Outbreak; 56 Suspected Cases, 8 Confirmed, 3 Deaths.

Health and Lifestyle, Top StoriesFebruary 3, 2026123Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Benue State Government has officially declared an outbreak of Lassa fever following a rise in cases across the state. Health authorities have recorded 56 suspected cases, 8 laboratory-confirmed infections, and 3 deaths, prompting the activation of an emergency public health response. The declaration was made after epidemiological surveillance and laboratory results confirmed ongoing transmission…

Senate Demands Mandatory Antivenom Stocking in Hospitals After Abuja Singer’s Death

Health and Lifestyle, Politics, Top StoriesFebruary 3, 2026111Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Nigerian Senate has called for the mandatory stocking of antivenoms and other critical emergency medicines in hospitals nationwide, following the tragic death of an Abuja-based singer from a snakebite. The resolution was adopted after lawmakers considered a motion highlighting gaps in Nigeria’s emergency healthcare response system, particularly the lack of readily available antivenom in…

NECO Releases 2025 SSCE External Results, Records 71.63% Pass Rate

The National Examinations Council (NECO) has officially released the results of the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) External, recording a 71.63 per cent pass rate nationwide. The Registrar and Chief Executive of NECO, Professor Dantani Ibrahim-Wushishi, disclosed this during a press briefing at the council’s headquarters in Minna, Niger State. According to him, the…

Nigerian-American Driver Ugo Ugochukwu Wins Formula Regional Oceania Title

EntertainmentFebruary 3, 2026142Views 0Likes 0Comments

Nigerian-American racing sensation Ugo Ugochukwu has emerged champion of the Formula Regional Oceania Trophy, marking a major career milestone just three months after parting ways with the McLaren Formula 1 Driver Development Programme. The 18-year-old delivered a commanding performance across the New Zealand-based championship, securing four race wins in a highly competitive 15-race season. His…