Abuja, Nigeria–In a strategic move to deepen international trade relations and stimulate inclusive economic growth, the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has called on the diplomatic community to actively support the country’s private sector. Speaking at the inaugural Economic Diplomacy Dialogue held in Abuja, NACCIMA President, Dr. Jani Ibrahim,…
Abuja, Nigeria–President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Deputy Controller-General Olumode Samuel Adeyemi as the new Controller-General of the Federal Fire Service (FFS), effective August 14, 2025. The appointment was confirmed in an official statement issued by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB), and signed by its Secretary, Abdulmalik Jibrin….
Lagos, Nigeria: The Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) has claimed top honors at the 2025 Lagos Campus Beach Soccer Tournament, emerging as overall champions after accumulating the highest points across their fixtures. The atmosphere was electric on Saturday, July 26, as sports fans gathered in large numbers at Atican Beach, Lekki, to witness the…
London, England— Arsenal defender William Saliba has cautioned Premier League teams about the difficulty of playing against the club’s new signing, striker Viktor Gyokeres. The Swedish forward was introduced to fans ahead of Arsenal’s narrow 3-2 victory over Newcastle United during the final match of their preseason tour in Singapore. Gyokeres joined Arsenal in a…
Hull, England— Hull City are poised to finalize the signing of Nigerian winger David Akintola on a two-year contract, following his departure as a free agent from Turkish club Caykur Rizespor. The 29-year-old versatile winger chose the English Championship side over offers from Turkish clubs, including newly promoted Genclerbirligi. Akintola joined Rizespor in January 2024…
Abuja, Nigeria–Nigeria’s Super Falcons have cemented their dominance in African women’s football, with four of their standout players named in the Best XI of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Team captain Rasheedat Ajibade, Esther Okoronkwo, Michelle Alozie, and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie were included in the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) team of…
Abuja , Nigeria – The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather advisory forecasting widespread rainfall and thunderstorms across the country from Monday to Wednesday, warning of possible flash floods in several areas. According to its latest weather outlook, NiMet predicts thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall on Monday morning in parts of Jigawa, Zamfara,…
Abuja, Nigeria–President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday hosted Nigeria’s victorious Super Falcons at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, awarding national honours and announcing generous rewards in recognition of their recent triumph at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Each member of the team will receive a three-bedroom apartment at the Renewed Hope Housing…
Column, DNEWSINFO The 2025 National Sports Festival, hosted by Ogun State, took place in May 2025, attracting approximately 10,000 athletes from across Nigeria. This bi-annual event, organized by the Federal Government of Nigeria through the National Sports Commission, serves several key objectives: curbing age cheating in sports, building a robust talent pool of athletes, promoting…
Katsina, Nigeria— Governor Malam Dikko Radda of Katsina State and twelve others are receiving medical care following a head-on collision on Katsina-Daura Road involving the governor’s Toyota SUV and a commercial Volkswagen station wagon. The crash occurred near KTSTA Motor Park in Daura, with eyewitnesses telling Radio Nigeria that the vehicles were not traveling in…
Abuja, Nigeria— In observance of the 2025 Press Week, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council organized a peaceful march on Monday to advocate for press freedom, human rights, and better working environments for journalists. The event, dubbed “Walk for Press Freedom,” saw over 200 participants carrying placards with slogans such…
Abuja, Nigeria— The Federal Government has successfully scaled up the Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) of HIV and treatment for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) to cover nearly 70 percent of the population across Nigeria in 2025. This achievement was announced by Dr. Adebobola Bashorun, National Coordinator of the National AIDS and STIs Control Programme (NASCP),…
San Siro, Italy— Inter Milan are preparing a stronger offer to secure the signing of Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman from Atalanta, following the rejection of their initial proposal, according to multiple reports. Lookman has already agreed on personal terms with the Nerazzurri, committing to a contract reportedly extending until 2030. Despite this, Atalanta declined Inter’s…
London, England — Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has expressed strong confidence that new signing Noni Madueke will be a key figure in the club’s pursuit of a title next season. Following Arsenal’s recent £52 million acquisition of the 23-year-old England international from Chelsea, Rice welcomed Madueke warmly, emphasizing the impact the winger is expected to…
Abuja, Nigeria :The Federal Ministry of Education has refuted circulating reports alleging the cancellation of the 2025 West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and National Examinations Council (NECO) examinations due to widespread malpractice. In an official statement issued on Sunday, the Ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Mrs. Folasade Boriowo, confirmed that the 2025 WAEC…
Osogbo, Nigeria— Political tension has escalated in Osun State following the defection of two Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) senators to the All Progressives Congress (APC), fueling speculation that Governor Ademola Adeleke may soon follow suit. Senators Francis Fadahunsi (Osun East) and Olubiyi Fadeyi (Osun Central) formally tendered their resignations from the PDP on June 21,…
Calabar, Nigeria— The House of Representatives has reaffirmed its resolve to ensure an open, participatory approach to the ongoing constitutional amendment process, vowing to “speak with Nigerians, not for them.” This commitment was made by Hon. Kingsley Chinda, Minority Leader and Chair of the South-South Zonal Public Hearing, as he addressed stakeholders and citizens gathered…
Kyiv, Ukraine— Fresh off his victory over Britain’s Daniel Dubois, Ukrainian heavyweight Oleksandr Usyk has revealed he will take time off from boxing to be with his family, declaring that he needs rest after reclaiming his status as a two-time undisputed world champion. Usyk, who floored Dubois twice with commanding blows in the fifth round—including…
Maiduguri, Nigeria— The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Maiduguri branch, has firmly rejected the federal government’s proposal to rename the institution after former President Muhammadu Buhari, condemning it as “politically motivated” and a blatant disregard for the university’s heritage The union’s stance was made clear in a statement released Saturday by ASUU…
Abuja, Nigeria— The All Progressives Congress (APC) has denounced the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for accusing the Bola Tinubu administration of leveraging the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari for partisan advantage. The rebuke came in a statement by APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, who characterized the ADC’s remarks as “hypocritical and insensitive.” Questioning…
Column, DNEWSINFO– The introduction of 5G technology marks a pivotal moment in mobile media production, fundamentally changing how broadcasters capture, edit, and deliver content on the move Its ultra-fast speeds and low latency are not merely evolutionary upgrades—they are enabling a reimagined workflow for mobile broadcast teams, redefining real-time storytelling in the increasingly participatory…
Column, DNEWSINFO– In the present image-driven media landscape, photojournalism remains a powerful tool for storytelling—capable of capturing the emotional resonance of events, influencing public perception, and shaping policy outcomes This power brings intense ethical responsibility: the imperative to represent the truth without distortion, even as technological innovation and industry pressures complicate the lines between documentation…
Kyiv, Ukraine — Russia carried out a large-scale aerial and missile assault on Ukraine between Tuesday night and Wednesday morning, killing one person and injuring over two dozen others, Ukrainian authorities reported. The attacks come in defiance of a recent ultimatum issued by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who warned of severe sanctions unless a…
Kaduna, Nigeria — The Kaduna State Council of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has appealed to the Federal Government to accelerate ongoing road construction and rehabilitation projects across the state, citing increasing road crashes and loss of lives. Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Kaduna on Wednesday, the State…
Iwo, Osun State — The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, has described the Islamic burial rites accorded to the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, as a pivotal moment for the Yoruba traditional institution, marking what he called a liberation from age-old ritual practices and posthumous indignities. Oba Akanbi commended the decision to…
Washington, D.C. — The United States has deported five convicted migrants originating from Asian and Caribbean nations to the southern African kingdom of Eswatini, according to a statement issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Tuesday. The deportees, nationals of Cuba, Jamaica, Laos, Vietnam, and Yemen, were all convicted of violent crimes, including…
Abuja, Nigeria– As Nigeria bids farewell to one of its most enduring leaders, the legacy of former President Muhammadu Buhari remains etched in the nation’s history. Often referred to as “The People’s General,” Buhari rose to civilian leadership in 2015 on a platform built around three core promises: combating corruption, restoring security, and reviving…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Northern Youth Frontiers (NYF) have commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his statesmanship and commitment to national unity during the official mourning and burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari. In a statement released by the group’s National Coordinator, Sama Musa, the NYF praised President Tinubu’s leadership, highlighting the symbolic gestures made…
Column, DNEWSINFO– Broadcast standards have undergone a remarkable transformation over the years, evolving from traditional analog methods to sophisticated digital and now IP-based editing systems. Each stage in this evolution has brought significant improvements in quality, flexibility, and efficiency, reshaping how content is produced, transmitted, and consumed. Analog broadcasting was the original standard, but it…
Column, DNEWSINFO– Inclusive and diverse representation in modern photojournalism is essential for capturing the true complexity of the world we live in Accurate storytelling that reflects a wide range of perspectives and experiences helps break down stereotypes and promotes greater understanding among audiences. By giving voice to underrepresented communities and individuals, photojournalism empowers those often…
Ijebu Ode, Nigeria— The Ijebu Kingdom is in mourning following the passing of its revered monarch, Oba Sikiru Kayọde Adetọna, the Awujale, who has joined his ancestors after a remarkable 65-year reign. The announcement came from the Ijebu Traditional Council, with the palace confirming the news in a statement issued late Sunday. Reflecting on his…
