FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Enters Knockout Stage in the US
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025, held in the US, has entered its knockout rounds with 32 clubs vying for the title. After group stages, top teams like Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, and PSG remain. Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami was eliminated in the round of 16 by PSG, ending his quest to match Ronaldo’s […]
The Trump Administration Alleges Anti-Semitism at Harvard
The Trump administration accused Harvard of civil rights violations against Jewish and Israeli students during protests over Israel’s conflict with Hamas. A federal task force claimed Harvard was either indifferent or complicit in anti-Semitic harassment, with many Jewish students feeling unsafe on campus. The administration warned it may cut federal funding if Harvard fails to […]
Anna Wintour Steps Down as US Vogue Editor After 37 Years
Magazine legend Anna Wintour stepped down as editor of US Vogue on Thursday after 37 years during which she was often hailed as the single most influential figure in the fashion world. Wintour, was famous for making Vogue’s front covers an authoritative statement on contemporary fashion, and for her total control over the glamorous pages […]
Awoniyi Signs New Nottingham Forest Deal Until 2028
Taiwo Awoniyi has signed a new three-year contract extension with Nottingham Forest, keeping the Nigerian striker at the City Ground until 2028. The 26-year-old international’s new deal finally ends speculation about his future following a turbulent 2024/25 season that saw him struggle with injuries and lose his place in the starting 11. Awoniyi expressed gratitude […]
Senate Gives NNPCL 10 Days to Answer ₦200tn Financial Queries
The Senate Committee on Public Accounts has issued a 10-day ultimatum to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) Group Chief Executive Officer Bayo Ojulari to respond to 11 critical financial queries related to discrepancies in its audited financial statements, warning that failure to comply could attract serious constitutional consequences. The committee, chaired by Senator Aliyu […]
Nigeria Loses $1.1bn Annually to Medical Tourism — Afreximbank
The African Export-Import Bank has revealed that Nigeria loses an estimated $1.1bn annually to medical tourism, a trend it described as a significant drain on the country’s foreign exchange and a major impediment to the development of its healthcare sector. Speaking during the 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meetings held in Abuja on Thursday, the Bank’s Export […]
INEC Sets Dates for Bye-Elections, Resumes Voter Registration
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced dates for a series of crucial electoral activities, including bye-elections, court-ordered re-run polls, and the resumption of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR), as part of preparations for upcoming polls across the country. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, disclosed this during the second quarterly consultative meeting with leaders […]
House Orders Investigation into Police Corruption and Asset Sales
The House of Representatives has tasked its Committees on Public Assets and Procurement with investigating serious corruption allegations involving the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). These include illegal sales of national assets and the mismanagement of public funds. The directive follows a motion of urgent public importance moved by Abia lawmaker Ibe Osunwa and three others […]
Senate Passes ₦1.485 Trillion Rivers State 2025 Budget
The Senate has passed the 2025 budget of Rivers State, totaling ₦1.485 trillion, following the third reading of the appropriation bill on the Senate floor on Wednesday. The passage came after the upper chamber considered the report of the Ad-Hoc Committee on Rivers State during the Committee of Supply session. The bill seeks to authorize […]
NYSC Denies Extending Rita’s Service Year Over Tinubu Criticism
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has denied extending the service year of Lagos corps member Rita Uguamaye, popularly known as Raye, over her past criticism of President Bola Tinubu and Lagos State. Rita went viral months ago for condemning economic hardship under the current administration and describing Lagos as “smelling” with “poor living conditions.” […]
