Ibadan, Nigeria — The Oyo State Government has announced plans to preserve and digitise the personal library of the late Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo, a former governor of the old Oyo State, as part of efforts to honour his legacy and turn the archive into a tourist and research destination. Governor Seyi Makinde made the…
Abuja, Nigeria:Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin has pledged unwavering loyalty to President Bola Tinubu, stating he would fully support any decision the President makes regarding the 2027 general election, including a potential selection of him as running mate. Speaking during a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, Barau responded to growing calls from political groups…
UN, Nigeria: The number of global drug users reached 316 million in 2023, representing 6% of the world’s population aged 15 to 64, according to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in its 2025 World Drug Report released Thursday. Based on data from 2023, the report highlights a steady increase in drug…
Iran, Nigeria: Israeli authorities have arrested a 22-year-old student on suspicion of espionage and committing security offences on behalf of Iranian intelligence. The suspect, a resident of the Arab village of Deir al-Asad in northern Israel, was studying information systems at Ben Gurion University in Beersheba. His arrest was confirmed on Thursday in a joint…
Dutse, Nigeria : The Emir of Dutse, Dr. Hameem Nuhu Muhammad Sanusi, has taken disciplinary action against two traditional leaders in Jigawa State for alleged misconduct and violation of emirate council regulations. In a statement issued on Wednesday evening by the Secretary of the Dutse Emirate Council, Alhaji Amadu Malami, the council confirmed the suspension…
Tokara, Japan — A wave of seismic activity has shaken the remote Tokara island chain in southern Japan, with 474 earthquakes recorded since Saturday, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). In a statement issued Thursday morning, the JMA confirmed that although no major damage has been reported, residents are urged to remain alert as…
Abuja, Nigeria — Nigeria has emerged as Africa’s best-performing nation in the global energy transition rankings, climbing to 61st place globally in the 2025 Energy Transition Index (ETI) released by the World Economic Forum (WEF). This marks a significant leap of 48 positions from last year’s report, with Nigeria scoring 54.8 points—an improvement attributed to…
Ibadan, Nigeria – A tragic road accident that occurred along the Ibadan–Lagos expressway on Tuesday has resulted in the loss of multiple lives, with early reports confirming at least ten fatalities. The incident, described by eyewitnesses as severe, involved a total of six vehicles, including three commercial Nissan Micra taxis and three articulated trucks. According…
Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally declined to sign the 2025 Amendment Bill for the National Assembly Library Trust Fund into law, citing constitutional and policy-related concerns that could pose long-term implications for governance and institutional frameworks. The president’s decision was communicated to lawmakers during Tuesday’s plenary session of the House of…
Ibadan, Nigeria — At least ten people have tragically lost their lives in a fatal motor accident along the Ibadan–Lagos expressway on Tuesday. The crash, which occurred near the Iwo Road axis of Ibadan, involved three commercial Nissan Micra vehicles and three articulated trucks, commonly known as trailers. According to eyewitnesses, all the affected vehicles…
Ilero, Oyo State — The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of 11 suspects in connection with the murder of a farmer and the abduction of two women in Ilero, Kajola Local Government Area. This was disclosed by the Commissioner of Police, CP Johnson Adenola, during his visit to the affected community on…
Lagos, Nigeria — Nigerian music star Abbey Elias, known professionally as Skiibii, has surpassed 600 million streams across major digital platforms, marking a significant achievement in his artistic journey and affirming his influence in the Afrobeats and street-pop scene. The milestone was officially recognized during a commemorative event held in Lagos by Dapper Music &…
Katsina, Nigeria — Amid heightened tensions between Iran and Israel, a group of youths staged a public demonstration in Katsina on Sunday, voicing support for Iran in the ongoing Middle East crisis. The protest, captured in a video posted by social media user Oyindamola (@dammiedammie35), showed demonstrators waving Iranian flags and holding solidarity banners as…
Lagos, Nigeria — The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently refer the ongoing violence and human rights abuses in Benue State to the International Criminal Court (ICC). This appeal was contained in an open letter dated June 21, 2025, signed by SERAP’s Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare. The…
Six months after facing off in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup final, Real Madrid and Pachuca are set for another showdown in the FIFA Club World Cup. ⚽🔥 Both sides had a shaky start in the U.S. — Real Madrid drew 1-1 with Al Hilal in Xabi Alonso’s debut 👔, while Pachuca lost 2-1 to…
Benin City, Nigeria — The Edo State Police Command has apprehended a 31-year-old man, Joshua Osaigbovo, in connection with the suspected murder of his 21-year-old girlfriend, Osato Festus Edogiaweria. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Moses Yamu, the investigation began after the deceased’s mother, Mrs. Ojo, reported to the…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the full digital transformation of its Student Loan Application System (SLAS), in a move designed to simplify and expedite the loan application process for both tertiary institutions and applicants across the country. This was made known in a press statement issued by NELFUND’s Director…
London, England — Football pundit and former Manchester United centre-back Rio Ferdinand has hinted that Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen could be eyeing a move to Old Trafford this summer, following his reported rejection of a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabian side Al Hilal. Ferdinand made the remarks during a recent episode of his Rio Ferdinand…
Miami, USA — Saudi Arabian powerhouse Al-Hilal produced a resilient performance to earn a hard-fought 1-1 draw against European champions Real Madrid in their opening match of the FIFA Club World Cup, held at the iconic Hard Rock Stadium. The encounter began with early promise from Al-Hilal, who thought they had taken the lead when…
Enugu, Nigeria — Governor Peter Mbah has reiterated that Enugu State remains one of the safest states in Nigeria, despite attempts by misinformation agents to distort public perception. The governor made the statement on Wednesday while receiving AIG Abayomi Oladipo, the Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 13, at the Lion Building,…
Port Harcourt, Nigeria — The National Leader of the Simplicity Movement, High Chief Sobomabo Jackrich, has condemned the recent mass killing in Yelewata, Guma LGA of Benue State, describing it as a devastating national tragedy stemming from security lapses and poor coordination. In a statement released on Wednesday, Jackrich expressed deep sorrow over the loss…
Abuja, Nigeria — Nigerian barber Joshua Aiyeniro, popularly known as T-Jos, has made history after successfully completing the Guinness World Records (GWR) for the longest premium haircuts marathon, clocking an impressive 154 hours of active haircuts. This feat was confirmed in a press statement signed by Alhaji Gambo Jagindi, Head of Media & Publicity Planning…
Ilesa, Osun State — Senator Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi, representing Osun East Senatorial District and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Industry, has introduced a Revolving Loan Empowerment Scheme aimed at boosting small-scale businesses across his constituency. The initiative, launched in collaboration with the Osun State Ministry of Cooperatives and Empowerment, is designed to provide financial…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has encountered a major procedural setback after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declined to acknowledge its notice for an upcoming National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting. In a letter dated June 13, 2025, and signed by the Commission’s Acting Secretary, Haliru Aminu, INEC stated that the submitted…
Lagos, Nigeria — The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the ongoing interrogation of Pastor Paul Adefarasin, Lead Pastor of House on the Rock Church, over allegations of brandishing a firearm-like object at a popular TikToker, known as Car Spotter. This was disclosed on Tuesday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, who…
Lagos, Nigeria — Nigerian music icon David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has sparked excitement among fans after hinting at his much-anticipated white wedding with wife, Chioma Rowland. In a recent post shared via his Instagram story, the award-winning singer posted a video of Chioma with the caption, “Can August come already?”—a remark that quickly…
Column, DNEWSINFO Understanding holistic care requires a shift from the conventional view of health as merely the absence of disease to a broader, more inclusive understanding of wellness. Holistic care is an approach that acknowledges the intricate connection between the body, mind, and spirit. Rather than focusing solely on treating symptoms or isolated conditions, it…
Osogbo, Nigeria — A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene and prevent a potential outbreak of violence following the recent Court of Appeal ruling on the 2022 local government elections. In a statement released on Sunday in Osogbo ,…
Lagos, Nigeria — The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced it will commence nationwide distribution of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and diesel from August 15, 2025, in a bid to bolster fuel supply and support economic development across Nigeria. This announcement was made in a statement released on Sunday, highlighting the refinery’s wide-scale distribution strategy, which…
Column, DNEWSINFO In a world that often speaks of a mother’s love in poetic volumes, the father’s love stands just as tall, even if cloaked in silence, even if misunderstood. A father’s love is not always loud, not always sung in lullabies or written in stories. It is a quiet force, a steady presence, a…
Port Harcourt, Nigeria — Chief Tony Okocha, Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, has insisted that Governor Siminalayi Fubara, who is currently under suspension, cannot join the party without adhering to proper procedures. Speaking during a live radio broadcast monitored in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, Okocha emphasized that no individual—regardless of…
