Ogun State — The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed the drowning of a 31-year-old man, Sunday Jimoh, who lost his life while attempting to recover a phone from a well in Oja-Odan. The incident occurred on February 22, 2025, at around 10:00 a.m., according to a statement released on Sunday by the command’s spokesperson,…
Nigeria _ Seventeen-year-old Mirra Andreeva has become the youngest player to win a WTA 1000 title, clinching the Dubai Tennis Championships with a decisive 7-6 (7-1), 6-1 victory over Clara Tauson. Andreeva’s remarkable journey to the title included triumphs over Grand Slam winners Marketa Vondrousova, Iga Swiatek, and Elena Rybakina. Following her win, Andreeva expressed…
Jerusalem, Israel — The Israeli government has delayed the scheduled release of over 600 Palestinian prisoners, citing repeated violations by Hamas. The postponement was announced after Hamas freed six Israeli hostages on Saturday, the last captives designated for release under the initial phase of a ceasefire agreement that began last month. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s…
Lagos, Nigeria — Pastor Femi Lazarus, founder of Light Nation Global Church, has revealed that he met his wife through the messaging platform, Telegram. The cleric made the disclosure while addressing his congregation on the diverse ways individuals can encounter their God-ordained partners. In a viral video circulating on social media, Pastor Lazarus recounted that…
Abuja, Nigeria — Saudi-based firm Mashariq Al Dhabia has finalized an amended contract with the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to provide services for Nigerian pilgrims during the 2025 Hajj. The agreement follows a prior dispute, where the company had threatened legal action against NAHCON over alleged breaches of the original contract regarding service…
Lagos, Nigeria — Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has called on Nigerians to enter into a covenant with God for national transformation. Speaking at RCCG’s 2nd Thanksgiving Service of the year in Ebute Metta, Lagos, Adeboye emphasized that a covenant is a sacred contract, sealed with blood,…
Manchester, England — Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola believes securing a top-four finish this season would be a significant achievement for his squad. City, currently fourth in the Premier League, have faced a challenging campaign marked by injuries to key players. Their recent Champions League play-off exit to Real Madrid further compounded their struggles. Speaking…
Birmingham, England — Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has admitted that the 2-1 loss to Aston Villa was the most difficult defeat for his side this season. Despite taking an early lead, Chelsea once again struggled to maintain control, allowing their opponents back into the game, a recurring issue that has cost them 13 points from…
Bukavu, DRC — Defected Congolese police officers were seen celebrating in Bukavu as they prepared for retraining under the M23 rebel group, which now controls the city. The officers, clad in new uniforms and black berets, sang and clapped in apparent support of the Rwanda-backed faction, signaling M23’s intent to solidify its grip on the…
Vatican City — Pope Francis, 88, is in critical condition following a severe respiratory crisis, requiring intensive medical intervention. A Vatican statement on Saturday confirmed that while the Pope remains alert and seated, he is on high-flow oxygen support and has received blood transfusions to manage anemia-induced low platelet levels. The pontiff is currently undergoing…
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Barcelona, Spain — Barcelona’s sporting director, Deco, has emphasized that the team will not take Benfica lightly in their UEFA Champions League round of 16 clash. Speaking to the club’s official website, Deco stressed the need for thorough preparation to avoid any surprises. “There are no easy matches at this stage. We’ve already faced them…
Lagos, Nigeria — The National Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners (NANTAP) has called for enhanced protection of performers’ rights under the new Copyright Act of 2022, as its four-day National Delegates Conference commenced in Lagos. Delivering the keynote address, Director-General of the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC), Dr. John Asein, emphasized the need for theatre…
Jos, Nigeria — Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has signed an Executive Order suspending all mining activities across the state, citing rising illegal operations and security threats. The governor formalized the decision during a high-level meeting with key stakeholders in the mining sector, emphasizing the urgent need to curb unregulated mining and its consequences. Governor…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government has returned over $50 million in recovered assets to the governments of Spain, Switzerland, and the United States for onward restitution to victims of financial fraud. During the handover ceremony, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, emphasized that the restitution aligns with Nigeria’s commitment to combating…
Osogbo, Nigeria — Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has cast his vote in the highly disputed local government election, which has sparked political and legal controversies across the state. The election, held on Saturday, follows weeks of heightened tension between the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC). The dispute…
Ibadan, Nigeria — Minister of Education, Dr. Marufu Alausa, has emphasized that skill acquisition is now more critical than ever in driving economic growth and social development, urging greater investment in technical and vocational training. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Technical Teachers and Instructors Training Workshop in Ibadan, the minister stressed the importance…
Abuja, Nigeria — In a strategic move to bolster food production and support local farmers, Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to providing single-digit interest loans as part of broader interventions aimed at reducing production costs and ensuring national food security. Speaking during a steering committee meeting of the Presidential Food…
Makurdi, Nigeria — As part of efforts to modernize governance and enhance digital proficiency, Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has approved an extensive training program aimed at equipping 40,000 state and local government employees with skills in e-governance, data policy, regulatory compliance, and ICT advancement. The initiative aligns with the state’s broader vision…
Awka, Nigeria — The Anambra State Police Command has clarified that the two suspects who escaped custody in connection with the murder of former Anambra State lawmaker, Justice Azuka, are not the principal culprits in the ongoing investigation. The Commissioner of Police, Mr. Ikioye Orutugu, made this known while addressing journalists at the Command Headquarters…
Abuja, Nigeria — Prominent figures, including former President Olusegun Obasanjo, ex-Chief of Defence Staff General Lucky Irabor (retd.), and distinguished military officers, gathered to pay tribute to the late Major General Christopher Jemitola (retd.), who passed away on February 6, 2025. General Jemitola, who collapsed while playing golf at the IBB Golf Club, Asokoro, Abuja,…
Lagos, Nigeria — A Federal High Court in Lagos has issued a final forfeiture order on properties and financial assets linked to Godwin Emefiele, former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The ruling, delivered by Justice Yellim Bogoro on Friday, followed a case filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) against…
Osogbo, Nigeria — The Osun State High Court has ruled that the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSIEC) should proceed with the local government elections slated for February 22, 2025. The judgment followed a legal challenge initiated by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against OSIEC and its Chairman, Hashim Abioye. Delivering the ruling, Justice A….
Abuja, Nigeria— The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has urged the federal government to intensify efforts in securing the release of Leah Sharibu, who has been in Boko Haram captivity for over seven years. The appeal was made by CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, in a statement issued today, emphasizing the need for decisive action….
Osun, Nigeria — The Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Adesuyi Haastrup, has called on the Federal Government and concerned Nigerians to urgently address the worsening condition of the Gbongan-Ife-Ilesa-Akure road. Raising concerns over the increasing rate of accidents, Oba Haastrup emphasized the need for the road’s inclusion in the 2025 supplementary budget. He noted that…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government will commence the 2025 edition of the Ministerial Press Briefing tomorrow at 11 a.m. at the National Press Center, Abuja, reaffirming its commitment to transparency and accountability. In adherence to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive, all ministers are expected to present a comprehensive review of their ministries’ policies, achievements,…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government of Nigeria has called on China to ease trade restrictions and strengthen economic collaboration to drive industrialization and diversification. This appeal was made by Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, during a meeting with the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, in Abuja. Highlighting over five…
Lagos, Nigeria — The Lagos State House of Assembly has refuted claims that 27 of its members are planning to defect from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Labour Party (LP), denouncing the report as false, misleading, and a deliberate attempt to misinform the public. Assembly Labels Report as Baseless In a statement signed…
Osogbo, Nigeria — The Osun State House of Assembly has strongly criticized the unauthorized resumption of office by some local government chairmen and councillors elected in the October 15, 2022 elections, calling it a violation of due process and a threat to public order. Defiance of Governor’s Directive Governor Ademola Adeleke had earlier instructed that…
Madrid, Spain — Kylian Mbappé delivered a sensational hat-trick as Real Madrid secured a 3-1 victory over Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League second-leg play-off, sealing a 6-3 aggregate win to advance to the next round. The French superstar made history, becoming the first player to score a Champions League knockout stage hat-trick against…
Lagos, Nigeria — The Super Eagles have expressed unwavering support for Ademola Lookman following criticism from Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini over his missed penalty in their UEFA Champions League defeat to Club Brugge. In a show of solidarity, Nigeria’s senior men’s national team took to their official X handle, reposting Lookman’s response with the…
