President Tinubu Urges Media to Ensure Fair Accountability
President Bola Tinubu has called on media professionals to continue holding the government accountable but to do so with fairness and national responsibility. Speaking at the All Nigerian Editors Conference in Abuja, the President acknowledged the media’s crucial role in shaping public opinion and deepening democracy. He urged journalists to report truthfully and criticise government […]
Nwoko Refutes Regina Daniels’ Underage Marriage Claim
Senator Ned Nwoko has denied claims by his estranged wife, Regina Daniels, that he married her at 17, calling the allegations false and malicious. In a statement on Thursday, Nwoko said Regina was 21 when they met and presented her voter’s card showing a birth date of October 10, 1998. He added that their marriage […]
Sagamu Robbery Busted by Quick-Response Police Team
The Ogun State Police Command foiled a robbery attempt in Sagamu early Wednesday, recovering a black Lexus GS 350 used by the suspects. Police spokesperson CSP Omolola Odutola said officers from Sakura Division responded swiftly to a distress call around 1:45 a.m. after five armed men tried to break into a residence in Okearedi, Araromi. […]
Osimhen, Mbeumo Chase Final World Cup Slot
Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen and Cameroon’s Bryan Mbeumo are set for a tense battle to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with only one likely to advance through the African play-offs. Nigeria will meet Gabon, while Cameroon face DR Congo in Thursday’s semi-finals in Rabat, Morocco. Winners will contest Sunday’s final for a place in the […]
Wike, Naval Officers Clash Over Alleged Land Grab in Abuja
A heated confrontation broke out between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and Nigerian Navy personnel over an alleged land grab in Abuja’s Gaduwa District. During a visit to the disputed site, Wike accused the Navy of illegally taking over land reportedly linked to a former Chief of Naval Staff. An officer […]
U.S. Senate Advances Bill to End 40-Day Government Shutdown
The U.S. Senate has moved forward on a measure aimed at reopening the federal government and ending a now 40-day shutdown that has sidelined federal workers, delayed food aid and snarled air travel. In a procedural vote, senators advanced a House-passed bill that will be amended to fund the government until January 30 and include […]
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla Pleads Not Guilty to Incitement Charges
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of former South African President Jacob Zuma, has pleaded not guilty to charges of inciting violence during the deadly 2021 riots. The unrest broke out after Zuma’s arrest for defying a court order tied to a corruption inquiry and quickly escalated into widespread looting and violence that claimed over 350 lives. Zuma-Sambudla […]
Atalanta Dismiss Ivan Juric After Heavy Defeat to Sassuolo
Atalanta has parted ways with manager Ivan Juric after a disappointing 3-0 home defeat to Sassuolo over the weekend. The loss leaves the Serie A side in 13th place after 11 matches this season. Juric, who took over in June following nine years under Gian Piero Gasperini, struggled to maintain the club’s previous success. With […]
Lagos Lawmaker Empowers 500 Widows With Food Items, ₦10m, Secures Third-Term Endorsement
BY: Ayo Agbeoluwaye The lawmaker, representing Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency at the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Adewale Temitope Adedeji, has secured the endorsement of traditional rulers, Chieftains of the All Progressives Congress and residents of Constituency for another term in office. They made their collective decision known at the 5th edition of the lawmaker’s Widows […]
Lewandowski hat-trick steers Barcelona to 4-2 win at Celta Vigo
Barcelona have moved within three points of La Liga leaders Real Madrid thanks to a brilliant hat-trick from Robert Lewandowski in their thrilling 4-2 win at Celta Vigo. The win allowed Barcelona to capitalize on Real Madrid’s earlier draw against Rayo Vallecano, tightening the race at the top of the table. READ ANOTHER STORY – […]
