Tinubu Urges Global Reforms for Developing Nations
President Bola Tinubu has called for urgent reforms in global governance, financial structures, and healthcare systems to promote fairness and inclusion for developing nations, particularly across Africa. Speaking at the 17th BRICS Summit of the Global South and Emerging Economies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, President Tinubu highlighted Africa’s disproportionate burden in the global climate […]
Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Olakulehin, Dies at 90
Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, has passed away at the age of 90. He died in the early hours of Monday, July 7, 2025, just two days after his 90th birthday and exactly one year after ascending the throne. Born on July 5, 1935, Oba Olakulehin was officially installed as the 43rd Olubadan […]
Erin Patterson Found Guilty in Deadly Mushroom Lunch Case
Erin Patterson, 50, has been found guilty of murdering three relatives and attempting to kill a fourth by serving a meal containing death cap mushrooms at a 2023 family lunch in Leongatha, Victoria. Her former in-laws Don and Gail Patterson, both 70, and Gail’s sister Heather Wilkinson, 66, died after eating Beef Wellington prepared by […]
King Charles Honors Victims on 7/7 Bombings Anniversary
On July 7, 2005, four suicide bombers attacked London’s transit system, killing 52 people and injuring nearly 800. Marking the 20th anniversary of the tragedy, King Charles released a statement on Monday honoring the victims and those affected. “My heartfelt thoughts and special prayers remain with all those whose lives were forever changed on that […]
Sharon Osbourne Cut Band from Ozzy’s Final Show
Sharon Osbourne revealed that she removed a well-known band from the lineup of Ozzy Osbourne’s final concert with Black Sabbath, held on July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, England. Speaking to Billboard, Sharon explained the decision came after the band insisted on profiting from the event, which she felt was inappropriate. “It’s not the […]
Ike Ibeabuchi Plans Boxing Comeback at 52
Nigerian boxing legend Ike Ibeabuchi has confirmed he is planning a return to professional boxing at the age of 52, more than 25 years after his last fight, according to reports. The former heavyweight contender, Ibeawuchi who compiled an impressive 20-0 record with 15 knockouts between 1994 and 1999, told our correspondent that age would […]
Lagos Suspends BRT Lane Enforcement on Eko Bridge, Odo Iya-Alaro
The Lagos State Government has suspended the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lane enforcement along the Eko Bridge and Odo Iya-Alaro corridors to mitigate traffic congestion faced by commuters due to the rehabilitation of the Ifako Bridge expansion joint. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Sola Giwa, approved the move, according to the Lagos […]
Nigerian Army Marks 162nd Anniversary with Week-Long NADCEL 2025 Events
The Nigerian Army is set to commemorate its 162nd anniversary with a week-long series of events for the 2025 Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL). The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, announced at a press briefing held at Army Headquarters in Abuja that this year’s celebration will include civil-military cooperation projects, a […]
Nigeria’s First Lady Donates ₦1bn To Victims Of Plateau Clashes
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has donated ₦1bn to victims of clashes in Plateau State. Mrs. Tinubu announced the donation, which also included food items and clothing, on behalf of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) when she and the RHI team visited the state in solidarity and to lend a helping hand. According to her, […]
Liverpool Forward Diogo Jota Dies in Road Accident at 28
Diogo Jota, the Liverpool and Portugal forward, has tragically passed away at the age of 28 following a road accident in Spain. The fatal collision took place on the A-52 motorway, at kilometre 65, near Palacios de Sanabria in Zamora province. Born in 1996, Jota was an important player for both Liverpool FC and the […]
