Iran has announced 2025 as a pivotal year for its nuclear agenda, targeting the United States and Israel, amid escalating tensions. Speaking in Beijing on Saturday, Iranian Foreign Affairs Minister Abbas Araqchi stated, “2025 will be an important year regarding Iran’s nuclear issue.” His remarks suggest Tehran may be preparing for potential reimplementation of the…
Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned the killing of Rev. Fr. Tobias Okonkwo, a Catholic priest in Anambra State, and called for decisive action to end the nation’s incessant killings. Rev. Fr. Okonkwo, manager of the College of Nursing Sciences at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Ihiala, was shot dead by…
The Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) has expressed profound grief over the death of Prince Abdulkadir Mahe, the chief of staff to Kwara State Governor and NGF Chairman, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq. In a statement issued by NGF Director-General, Dr. L.O.T. Shittu, Prince Mahe was praised as an outstanding public servant known for his unwavering commitment to good…
The Nigerian Naira is anticipated to depreciate to N1,804 per dollar fair value at the official market in 2025, as stated in a recent report by Afrinvest titled ‘Beyond The Rhetorics: Transforming Reforms to Tangibles’. The report attributes this projection to the potential challenges the Central Bank of Nigeria might face in meeting foreign exchange…
A passenger plane carrying 181 people crashed while landing at Muan International Airport in southwestern South Korea on Sunday, leaving over 100 feared dead. According to officials, the Jeju Air flight from Bangkok overshot the runway, struck a barrier, and erupted into flames. While most passengers are presumed dead, two survivors have been rescued, and…
President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for implementing the crude-for-naira swap deal, a policy that has positively impacted Nigeria’s economy by stabilizing the naira and reducing petroleum product prices. In line with this development, Dangote announced a price reduction for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from N970 to N899.50…
Enyimba FC, one of Nigeria’s most successful football clubs, has confirmed the departure of its Head Coach, Yemi Olarenwaju, following a challenging period of poor performances. The announcement, shared on the club’s social media platforms on Saturday, cited a disappointing streak of nine consecutive winless matches in the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) as the…
Renowned Nigerian singer Tiwatope Balogun-Savage, widely known as Tiwa Savage, has suggested that her next album could mark her retirement from music. In an Instagram story posted on Saturday morning, Tiwa shared her feelings of exhaustion, writing, “This might be my last studio album. I am tired, I don try.” However, she did not disclose…
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced planned power outages in parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to facilitate maintenance work at two major transmission substations. Ndidi Mbah, TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, disclosed in a statement on Saturday that the outages will affect Gwagwalada and surrounding areas on Saturday, December 28,…
A devastating road accident occurred on the Owo-Ikare Akoko expressway in Ondo State, claiming the lives of 13 people. The collision, which took place on Saturday morning, involved two buses that caught fire after impact, leaving only one survivor with serious injuries. According to the Ondo Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC),…
Russian President Vladimir Putin has formally apologized to Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev over a tragic incident involving an Azerbaijan Airlines plane, which crash-landed on Wednesday near Aktau, Kazakhstan. The crash claimed at least 38 lives. The Kremlin revealed on Saturday that Flight J2-8243, traveling from Baku to Grozny in Russia’s Chechnya region, was forced to…
Edited and compiled by Lawal olasunkanmi Gbolahan The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State. Real Madrid dominated the 2024 Globe Soccer Awards held in Dubai, taking home multiple prestigious honors in a glittering ceremony. The Spanish giants were the biggest winners of the night, with their players, coach, and president receiving well-deserved accolades for their outstanding performances…
Edited and compiled by Tijani Fatimah Ashabi The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Communication is the lifeblood of any successful relationship. It’s not just about talking but about how we talk to and with each other. In a love relationship, the language we use can either strengthen the bond or create unnecessary conflicts. Adopting healthy…
Olivia Hussey, celebrated for her portrayal of Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, has died at the age of 73. Her family announced her passing on Friday, describing her as a person whose warmth, wisdom, and kindness left an indelible mark on those who knew her. Hussey’s performance in the Oscar-winning…
By Damilola Adeleke A stone tablet inscribed with the Ten Commandments was sold for $5 million at a Sotheby’s auction in New York. The artifact, which weighs 115 pounds and is written in Paleo-Hebrew script, is believed to date back to between 300 and 800 CE. It was reportedly discovered in 1913 in present-day…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has officially commenced its recruitment process, opening applications for positions in its Superintendent, Inspector, and Customs Assistant cadres. This exercise, which began on December 27, 2024, follows the approval to recruit 3,927 officers in 2025. The recruitment is part of efforts to strengthen trade facilitation and contribute to Nigeria’s…
By Damilola Adeleke The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have set July 5, 2025, as the deadline for Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) and Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to settle a ₦250 billion Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) debt. In a joint circular titled, “2nd Joint Circular…
In a groundbreaking achievement, Bose Akinyemi, a renowned daughter of Ikere-Ekiti has been promoted to the esteemed rank of Commissioner of Police. This remarkable milestone not only brings pride to Ikere but also to the entire Ekiti State as Akinyemi becomes the first-ever female from Ekiti to hold this prestigious position. Akinyemi’s…
Edited and compiled by Oladapo samuel opeyemi The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Cole Palmer Established new benchmark for most premier league goals for Chelsea in a calendar year after scoring a single goal against Fulham at Stamford bridge despite defeat at home 1-2 to Cottagers. The 22years-old dribbled three defenders before scoring slotting goals past…
In a tragic discovery, the lifeless body of a male individual was found under the Okefia Bridge in Osogbo, Osun State on Friday. Details surrounding the presence of the body at that location remain unclear, but eyewitnesses noted that the man was partially undressed. According to a trader named Chibuzor in the area, the body…
The office of the Inspector General of Police has issued a warning about the fraudulent exploitation of the Inspector General’s office by certain police personnel for the purpose of extorting the public. This concern was revealed through a press statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, based at the Force Headquarters…
Nassr captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, has insisted that things will be good with Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim amid the Red Devils’ current woes this season. According to the five-time Ballon d’Or winner, Amorim’s side would ‘continue the storm, but the storm will finish and the sun will rise.’ Man United currently sit…
By Damilola Adeleke EPL: Ronaldo Speaks On Man United Current Woes Al Nassr captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, has insisted that Ruben Amorim should not be blamed for Manchester United’s current woes, saying United need to carry out a significant overhaul. Napoli Clear Osimhen For January Transfer Italian club, Napoli, have reportedly approved the…
Olivia Hussey, the iconic actress who captivated audiences as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, died on Friday at the age of 73. Her family confirmed the news in a heartfelt statement on Instagram, calling her a “remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all…
US President-elect Donald Trump filed a brief Friday urging the Supreme Court to pause a law that would ban TikTok the day before his January 20 inauguration if it is not sold by its Chinese owner ByteDance. “In light of the novelty and difficulty of this case, the court should consider staying the…
By Damilola Adeleke Here is the weekly business news roundup of the top 15 latest Nigerian news making headlines from Monday, December 23 to Saturday, December 28, 2024. NNPCL Slashes Petrol Price To N965 In FCT The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), on Monday, announced the slashed in the retail price of Premium…
By Damilola Adeleke 2024 has been a year unlike any other for the Nigerian entertainment industry, marked by both remarkable achievements and challenges that shaped and reshaped the industry. However, despite the challenges and controversies, the industry witnessed significant breakthroughs, record-breaking feats, and international recognition. Notably, the year kicked off on a good…
The Senate has directed the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, to halt the ongoing demolition of structures in Abuja, except for those backed by court orders. Additionally, an eight-member panel led by Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin has been tasked with investigating the demolitions conducted since Wike assumed office. This…
According to the U.S. Council on Foreign Relations, between 2015 and 2018, approximately 37,500 people were killed by Boko Haram. Of these, 32,000 (85%) were Muslims, while 5,500 (15%) were Christians. If 85% of the victims were Muslims, how can this be classified as Islamic terrorism? Both Christians and Muslims were natural seed growers…
African nations often adopt Structural Adjustment Programs (SAPs) mandated by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) when they accrue significant debts. While IMF loans aim to stabilize economies, their conditions have sparked debate over whether the loans cause more harm than good. Many African countries’ growing IMF debts have raised concerns, as substantial portions…
One of the most consumed drugs in the US – and the most commonly taken analgesic worldwide – may do a lot more than simply take the edge off your headache. Acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol and sold widely under the brand names Tylenol and Panadol, may also increase risk-taking, according to a study…
