Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Former Chief Justice Of Nigeria, Mohammed Lawal Uwais, Passes Away at 89. The nation mourns the loss of Mohammed Lawal Uwais, the former Chief Justice of Nigeria, who passed away on Friday, 6 June 2025, at the age of 89. According to a family source, the respected jurist died in Abuja, marking the end of an era for Nigeria’s legal and judicial landscape. Born on 12 June 1936, Justice Uwais dedicated his life to the advancement of Nigeria’s judiciary, serving as Chief Justice from 1995 until his retirement in 2006. Over the course of his 11-year tenure, he…

Gabriel Magalhaes Signs New Four-Year Deal With Arsenal. Arsenal centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes has penned a fresh four-year contract, committing his future to the Gunners until 2029, according to Sky Sports News. The 27-year-old, whose previous agreement was set to run until 2027, has solidified his status as a cornerstone of Mikel Arteta’s squad since joining from Lille for £27m in 2020. A key figure in Arsenal’s defence, Gabriel has made 210 appearances across all competitions, netting 20 goals and forging a formidable partnership with William Saliba. His prowess from set-pieces has also proven a vital weapon for the north…

Gwandu Emir Verdict: Buhari Hails Supreme Court Ruling. Former President Muhammadu Buhari has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Emir of Gwandu, Alhaji Muhammadu Iliyasu Bashar, following a landmark Supreme Court ruling that affirmed his position as the rightful traditional ruler of the Gwandu Emirate in Kebbi State. In a statement issued on Thursday, Buhari described the verdict as a victory for justice, tradition, and the rule of law. The Supreme Court’s decision, delivered on Wednesday, 4 June 2025, brought an end to a nearly two-decade-long legal battle over the Gwandu Emirate throne. The court nullified a previous ruling by…

FAAN Signs MoU With Plateau Government To Upgrade Yakubu Gowon Airport. The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Plateau State Government to upgrade the Yakubu Gowon Airport in Jos, a move aimed at boosting aviation and economic growth in the region. The agreement, finalised on Thursday, marks a significant step towards modernising the facility. FAAN’s Managing Director, Olubunmi Kuku, hailed the partnership as a milestone during the signing ceremony in Jos. “This collaboration will transform Yakubu Gowon Airport into a modern hub, enhancing safety, passenger comfort, and capacity to…

Netherlands To Hand Over 119 Looted Benin Bronzes To Nigeria On June 21. The Netherlands will return 119 looted Benin Bronzes to Nigeria on 21 June 2025, a historic move to address colonial-era injustices and restore cultural heritage. The artefacts, plundered during the 1897 British punitive expedition against the Benin Kingdom, have been held in Dutch museums and private collections for over a century. Dutch authorities announced the decision on Thursday, following years of negotiations and growing global calls for the restitution of looted treasures. “Returning these bronzes is a moral and historical duty. We acknowledge the wrongs…

Russia Denies Allegations Of Kidnapping 20,000 Ukrainian Children. Moscow has firmly denied accusations that it kidnapped 20,000 Ukrainian children, labelling the claims as “fabricated propaganda” orchestrated by the Kyiv government. The allegation, which has stirred international controversy, has been a point of contention amid the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova addressed the claims, asserting, “As we can see, there are no 20,000 supposedly abducted children — as the Kyiv regime previously claimed.” She described the accusation as “a lie on the level of Bucha,” referring to earlier disputed claims about Russian actions…

Football’s Lawmakers Approve Penalty Retakes After Madrid Controversy. Football’s governing body, the International Football Association Board (IFAB), has officially amended a key rule following the controversial disallowance of Atlético Madrid forward Julián Álvarez’s penalty during a Champions League shootout against Real Madrid earlier this year. The decision, which sparked widespread debate, has prompted a significant change to the laws of the game, ensuring fairer outcomes in future matches. The incident occurred in March during a tense Champions League encounter, where Álvarez’s penalty was disallowed after he accidentally touched the ball twice while taking the shot. Under the previous rules,…

Amaechi Refuses To ‘Engage In Childish Insults’ In Response To Wike’s Remarks. Former Rivers State Governor and ex-Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has firmly rebuffed recent comments made by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, declaring that he will not “stoop to the level of a child” by trading insults. In a candid interview with Arise Television on Tuesday, Amaechi addressed Wike’s recent criticisms, emphasising their past professional relationship. “I was once his boss, whether he likes it or not. I hired him. I could have said no,” Amaechi stated, recalling Wike’s tenure as his…

Premier League Confirms 2025/26 Season Start Date, Fixtures To Be Unveiled On 18 June. The Premier League has officially announced key dates for the 2025/26 season, setting the stage for another thrilling chapter of top-flight English football. The campaign will kick off on the weekend of 16 and 17 August 2025, with all 380 matches scheduled to be revealed at 09:00 BST on Wednesday, 18 June 2025. Football enthusiasts across the nation can mark their calendars for the fixture release, which will be published on the Premier League’s official website, premierleague.com, and via its app. The announcement will provide…

DSS Seeks Court Order To Restrain Patrick Utomi From Staging Shadow Government Rallies. The Department of State Services (DSS) has urgently requested the Federal High Court in Abuja to issue an injunction preventing Professor Patrick Utomi, a former presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), from organising rallies, road shows, or public engagements related to his proposed “shadow government” in Nigeria. In a fresh application filed on Wednesday, 4 June 2025, the DSS, through its legal team led by Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Akinlolu Kehinde, expressed concerns over intelligence reports suggesting that Utomi, currently abroad, plans…

No One Above The Law On Tax Payment In Abuja, Says Wike. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has issued a stern warning to residents and property owners in Abuja, declaring that no one is above the law when it comes to tax payment. Speaking on Thursday, the former Rivers State governor reiterated his commitment to enforcing compliance with tax obligations, dismissing the notion of “untouchables” in the capital city as a myth. In a bold statement, Wike emphasised that all residents, regardless of status, must fulfil their tax duties, asserting, “Heaven will not fall”…

Oborevwori Calls For Calm Amid Contentious INEC Ward Delineation In Warri. Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has urged residents of Warri Federal Constituency to remain calm and exercise restraint amid rising tensions over the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) recent ward delineation exercise. The governor’s plea comes in the wake of heated debates and protests sparked by the controversial reorganisation of electoral wards in Warri North, Warri South, and Warri South-West Local Government Areas, a process ordered by a Supreme Court judgement on 2 December 2022. Speaking through a statement released by his office, Governor Oborevwori appealed…