London, United Kingdom — The London Clinic, a top-tier private hospital in the UK, has come under renewed public scrutiny following the death of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari. The late President passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the Harley Street-based medical institution, widely regarded as one of Europe’s most exclusive and well-equipped…
Yenagoa, Bayelsa— Concern mounts over the prolonged detention of former domestic workers of ex-First Lady Patience Jonathan, as legal delays continue to obstruct the path to justice. The alarm was raised by Funmi Adedoyin, legal counsel to the defendants, who expressed deep dissatisfaction with the stalled trial, now adjourned for the 42nd time since 2019. Addressing…
Cryptocurrency is no longer a niche tool for tech enthusiasts. It has become an essential payment method in global finance. In 2024, the total transaction volume of stablecoins reached $27.6 trillion, surpassing the combined volume of Visa and Mastercard by 7.68%. Such figures show how rapidly the adoption of digital assets is accelerating. With millions of consumers…
NIGERIA – Yunusa Tanko, the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, has said Nigerians await the liberation of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in 2027. Tanko described Obi as a symbol of hope, integrity and transformational leadership. He made the remark while celebrating Obi, who will clock 64 on Saturday. In a statement…
As firms expect borrowing rates to rise …Nigerians finger energy, 2 others as top inflation drivers …Anticipate slight increase in price next months The Industry and Agriculture sectors have expressed highest optimism in the nation’s macroeconomy in the next six months with a doubling confidence index of 48.3 and 42.8 points respectively. The Central Bank…
OYO STATE – Several communities in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, are currently experiencing power outages due to the theft of electrical cables and transformer components. NEWS gathered that parts of Ido Local Government Area have been without electricity for months, following the vandalisation of equipment serving those areas. Affected communities include Araromi, Odo Eran,…
NIGER STATE – The Niger State Government has issued a directive for residents of riverine communities across the state to immediately relocate to upland areas in response to looming flood threats. The warning follows recent alerts by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and the Federal Government, forecasting heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in 15 states, including…
UNITED STATES – Daniel Dubois believes winning his rematch with Oleksandr Usyk would put him among boxing’s elite. Dubois is bidding to become Britain’s first undisputed heavyweight world champion since Lennox Lewis when he faces Usyk, who stopped him in 2023, in London on Saturday. Last year saw Dubois inflict a decisive defeat on compatriot…
CANADA – Canada’s wildfires have burned more than 13.6 million acres (5.5 million hectares) this year, an area roughly the size of Croatia, officials said Friday as the country endures one of its most destructive fire seasons. In 2023, Canada’s worst-ever fire season, 42.9 million acres of land were scorched, an extraordinary scale of damage…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Acting Vice Chancellor of Yakubu Gowon University (Formerly the University of Abuja), Prof. Lar Patricia Manko, has reacted to the allegation of land grabbing against the institution by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike. In an interview with newsmen in Abuja, Manko said that the 11,000 hectares of land is a legacy…
Borno, Nigeria — The Borno State government said it has streamlined pension documentation and reduced processing delays by over 60 per cent on Thursday. The state Head of Service, Muhammad Ghuluze, disclosed this during a press conference organised as part of activities to mark the 2025 civil week in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno state….
Akure, Nigeria — The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of three individuals, including a landlord, in connection with the abduction and gruesome murder of two undergraduates of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA). The suspects — Mr. Oladele Femi (a landlord), Ojo Michael, and Abdul Mohammed Mubarak — were apprehended after weeks of…
Washington D.C., USA — President Donald Trump has revealed that Coca-Cola will transition to using real cane sugar instead of high-fructose corn syrup in its signature U.S. soft drink. The announcement was made via Trump’s social media handle, although he did not provide further details or timelines regarding the decision. Notably, he also did not…
Abuja, Nigeria — Renowned journalist and Ovation Magazine publisher, Dele Momodu, has formally announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing the party’s capture by “anti-democratic forces.” In a letter dated July 17, 2025, addressed to the PDP Chairman of Ward 4, Ihievbe, Owan East LGA, Edo State, Momodu declared his immediate departure…
London, United Kingdom — Nigerian Afrobeat superstar Davido has reached a major career milestone as his 2023 album, ‘Timeless,’ is officially certified Silver in the United Kingdom. The announcement was made by Chart Data, a trusted music analytics platform, which confirmed that the album surpassed 100,000 unit sales—qualifying it for Silver status under the standards…
Ibadan, Nigeria — The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to quality basic education through the massive construction and renovation of classroom blocks across all 33 Local Government Areas of the state. The announcement was made by Dr. Nureni Adeniran, Executive Chairman of the Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), during the Omituntun…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has downplayed the resignation of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, describing his departure as inconsequential to the party’s future and internal cohesion. In a statement granted exclusively to The PUNCH on Thursday, the PDP’s Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Mr. Ibrahim Abdullahi, characterized Atiku’s exit as “good riddance,”…
Nigeria – Praise Ikweki has won Nigeria’s first bronze medal in the High Jump event at the ongoing 2025 African U-18/U-20 Athletics Championship, held at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Wednesday. The event featured the finals of the high jump, triple jump, and 1500m, as well as the 100m heats…
Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has said that the club’s legend Lionel Messi paved the way with the number 10 shirt at Camp Nou. The Spain international made the statement on Wednesday after signing a new contract with Barcelona that will see him remain at the club until 2031. Yamal, who was also handed Messi’s iconic…
Nigeria – The Amnesty International Nigeria has condemned the recent deadly attack in Plateau State, calling it a horrific and shameful display of government failure to protect lives. The attack, which occurred on Monday in Bindi-Jebbu of the Tahoss community in Riyom Local Government Area, claimed the lives of at least 27 residents. According to…
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…
Daura, Katsina State — Nigeria bid farewell to one of its most influential statesmen, former President Muhammadu Buhari, who was buried on Tuesday evening in his hometown of Daura following state and Islamic funeral rites. The solemn burial, which took place in the courtyard of his private residence at approximately 5:50 p.m., fulfilled his personal…
Daura, Katsina State — Governor Dikko Umar Radda of Katsina State has revealed that the late former President Muhammadu Buhari experienced peace of mind and a sense of relief after leaving office in 2023. In a tribute shared during an interview with DCL Hausa following Buhari’s passing, Governor Radda recalled regular visits to the former…
Lokoja, Nigeria — The Malaria Consortium has raised alarm over the rising number of malaria cases among children in Kogi State, calling for strengthened awareness and intervention efforts. This was revealed by the State Programme Manager of the Consortium, Okwulu Andrew, during the 2025 Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) media parley held on Tuesday in Lokoja….
