Column DNEWSINFO – International photojournalism is a vital force in portraying environmental challenges, raising public awareness, influencing policy, and inspiring global action. By capturing powerful and often unsettling images, photojournalists make complex and distant environmental problems visible and emotionally resonant for audiences around the world. This article explores the key environmental issues covered by international…
Column, DNEWSINFO– Implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in broadcast media management offers transformative opportunities while also presenting significant challenges that must be carefully navigated On the opportunity side, AI dramatically enhances operational efficiency by automating repetitive and time-consuming tasks such as content tagging, video editing, transcoding, and metadata standardization. This automation not only accelerates workflows but…
Anambra state, Nigeria: The Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has directed a decisive clampdown on unlawful gatherings and cult-related activities, particularly in student-dominated areas, in response to rising incidents of cult supremacy clashes across the state. According to a statement issued on Monday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP…
Oyo, Nigeria: The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the family and people of Ibadanland following the passing of the Olubadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, who died in the early hours of Monday. In a statement issued through his Director of Media and Publicity, Bode Durojaiye, in Ibadan,…
Ibadan, Nigeria: The recent passing of the Olubadan of Ibadanland marks the end of an era and signals the commencement of the traditional succession process for the revered throne. In accordance with the well-established Ibadan chieftaincy hierarchy, the next in line to ascend the throne is the current Otun Olubadan, High Chief Rashidi Adewolu…
Ibadan, Nigeria — The Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has passed away at the age of 90. Sources confirmed to The PUNCH that the revered monarch died in the early hours of Monday, coinciding with events marking his 90th birthday and the first anniversary of his coronation. Oba Olakulehin ascended the…
Spain– A devastating car accident in northwestern Spain has claimed the lives of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota and his younger brother, André Filipe Teixeira da Silva, a professional footballer for Penafiel in Portugal’s second division. According to AFP, Spanish police confirmed that the incident occurred on Thursday, July 3, 2025, when the vehicle carrying the…
Spain– Diogo Jota, forward for Liverpool FC and the Portuguese national team, has tragically died in a car accident at the age of 28. The fatal incident occurred on the A-52 motorway near kilometre 65, close to the municipality of Palacios de Sanabria in Spain’s Zamora province. Spanish sports outlet MARCA reported the…
Abuja, Nigeria — Chief Dele Momodu, publisher of Ovation magazine, has affirmed that opposition politicians who have taken control of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have reached a consensus that internal power struggles will not fracture the coalition. Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Wednesday, Momodu expressed optimism about the coalition’s launch, highlighting the…
Napoli, Italy — Lukaku Reveals He Did Not Intend to Join Manchester United in 2017 Napoli striker Romelu Lukaku has revealed that joining Manchester United in 2017 was not his original plan, despite interest from Antonio Conte’s Chelsea at the time. The Belgian forward moved from Everton to Manchester United in the summer of 2017…
Washington, D.C., USA — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called on the Federal Government of Nigeria to revise its 2025 budget of N54.99 trillion in response to lower-than-expected global oil prices. This recommendation was detailed in the IMF’s Article IV Consultation Report on Nigeria, released yesterday in Washington, D.C. The IMF projects Nigeria’s economy…
Turin, Italy — Juventus Scouting Director Giorgio Chiellini has categorically rejected reports linking the club to Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, amid swirling transfer speculation this summer. Osimhen’s loan stint at Galatasaray recently concluded, leaving the 26-year-old forward to consider his next career move. The striker joined the Turkish side last summer on a one-year loan…
Casablanca, Morocco — The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has introduced a brand-new trophy ahead of the upcoming 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) set to take place in Morocco. The unveiling took place on Wednesday, July 2, in Morocco as anticipation builds for this year’s tournament. According to a statement on CAF’s official…
Lagos, Nigeria: Nigerian music icon Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has publicly apologized to his wife Natasha, their children, and his fans following widespread backlash over remarks suggesting that men are not biologically designed to be faithful to one woman. The singer made the controversial statement during a recent podcast, asserting that…
Plateau state, Nigeria: A High Court sitting in Jos, Plateau State, has sentenced a final-year student of Government Science Technical College, Bukuru, to death by hanging for the murder of a teacher on school premises. The defendant, Odey Emmanuel, was found guilty of culpable homicide punishable by death, contrary to Sections 188 and 189 of…
Abuja, Nigeria: President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation with Saint Lucia, particularly in the areas of education, culture, and technology. On the fourth day of his official State Visit to Saint Lucia, President Tinubu visited the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College in Castries, where he engaged with students, faculty,…
Abuja, Nigeria:A suspected cybercriminal was apprehended after allegedly attempting to infiltrate the internal systems of a commercial bank located in the Secretariat area of Abuja. According to media sources, the individual gained unauthorized access to the bank premises during non-operational hours. Upon entry, he reportedly locked himself in the restroom before climbing…
LAGOS , NIGERIA – A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Lagos State lawmaker, Mr. Olusegun Olulade, has assured that the party remains strong and united despite the recent resignation of its National Chairman, Alhaji Abdullahi Ganduje. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday, Olulade urged opposition…
Abuja, Nigeria: The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has issued a public alert, warning students, parents, and guardians to beware of a fake online portal falsely claiming the reopening of its student loan application platform. In a statement released on Monday in Abuja, Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, NELFUND’s Director of Strategic Communications, described the circulating message as…
Abuja, Nigeria: A fresh wave of internal strife has gripped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as senior party officials issued conflicting directives regarding key party meetings scheduled for Monday, June 30. The crisis centers on divergent positions taken by the PDP National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, and the Deputy National Chairman (South), Chief Taofeek Arapaja,…
Abuja, Nigeria: Workers under the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) staged a peaceful protest on Monday, June 30, 2025, at the FCTA headquarters in Area 11, Abuja, demanding the immediate resolution of longstanding grievances related to salaries and benefits. Organized under the umbrella of the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC), the protesters carried placards…
Abuja, Nigeria: A high-level delegation from the Federal Government of Nigeria has arrived in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, to receive the remains of the late elder statesman and prominent businessman, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, ahead of his burial. Dantata, a renowned philanthropist and industrialist, passed away on Saturday in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, at the age…
Column, DNEWSINFO Fashion technology, commonly known as “fashion tech,” represents the dynamic fusion of fashion and cutting-edge technology. This rapidly evolving field spans a wide spectrum of innovations designed to enhance the fashion industry’s efficiency, sustainability, and consumer engagement. By integrating digital advancements with traditional fashion practices, fashion tech is reshaping how clothes are designed,…
Abuja, Nigeria— The Presidency has refuted recent claims that Hadiza Bala Usman, the President’s Special Adviser on Policy and Coordination, has been appointed as the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF). The rumors also suggested that Senator George Akume, the current SGF, had been named Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC),…
Charlotte, USA— Chelsea secured a hard-fought 4-1 victory after extra time against Benfica in a rain-delayed last-16 match at the Club World Cup on Saturday, booking their spot in the quarter-finals. Goals from Christopher Nkunku, Pedro Neto, and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall during extra time propelled the Premier League side into a quarter-final showdown with Brazil’s Palmeiras….
Column, DNEWSINFO — The 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, brings a historic moment for African football. With the tournament’s expansion from 32 to 48 teams, Africa’s representation has grown significantly—from five to nine automatic qualification spots and an additional intercontinental playoff opportunity. This increased access…
Makuku, Kebbi— The Kebbi State Government has confirmed a major security breach after armed bandits attacked a mobile police post in Makuku, Zuru Local Government Area, making off with several rifles. Abdulrahman Zagga, Director of Security at the Cabinet Office, told reporters on Saturday that the post, manned by visiting officers, came under intense assault…
GAZA CITY, :At least 23 people were killed across the Gaza Strip on Saturday amid ongoing Israeli military operations, according to Gaza’s civil defence agency. Among the dead were at least three children who lost their lives in an airstrike targeting a residential home in the Jabalia area of northern Gaza. Civil defence spokesperson Mahmud…
Monaco— French midfielder Paul Pogba has signed a two-year contract with Ligue 1 club AS Monaco, marking his return to professional football after nearly two years away from the game. The 2018 World Cup winner’s move to Monaco was confirmed by the club on Saturday, offering Pogba a fresh start following a turbulent period marked…
Udinese, Italy— Super Eagles and Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye is at risk of a lengthy suspension after being referred to Italy’s disciplinary commission on allegations of sporting fraud. The 25-year-old Nigerian international stands accused of deliberately earning a yellow card for time-wasting in the 64th minute during Udinese’s 2-1 Serie A victory over Lazio on…
Istanbul, Turkey — Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel is set to join Turkish powerhouse Besiktas on a free transfer, following the expiration of his contract with Fenerbahce. The 27-year-old right-back, who has spent the past four years with Fenerbahce, will officially depart the club at the end of June. Despite attracting interest from several English…
