Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Scavenger Killed In Grenade Explosion In Lagos, Nigeria. A tragic incident occurred earlier today in the Idi-Araba neighbourhood of Mushin, Lagos State, where a scavenger lost his life after a military-grade grenade detonated unexpectedly. The explosion, which took place in a metal scrap yard, has left the local community in shock and raised concerns about the handling of dangerous materials. According to eyewitness reports, the deceased, whose identity has yet to be confirmed, was among a group of scavengers attempting to dismantle what they believed to be scrap metal. Unbeknownst to them, the object in question was a live…

Court Imposes Media Ban On Senate President Akpabio And Senator Akpoti Amid Misconduct Case. The Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an order barring Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, and the Nigerian Senate from granting media interviews regarding an ongoing legal battle over alleged misconduct. The ruling, delivered on Friday, underscores the judiciary’s intent to maintain impartiality as the high-profile case unfolds. The decision came during a hearing presided over by Justice Binta Nyako, who stepped in after the previous judge, Justice Obiora Egwuatu, recused himself citing allegations of bias levelled by Senate President Akpabio. The…

Minister Reopens Independence Bridge, Announces Reforms In Road Closure Protocol. The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has officially reopened the Independence Bridge in Lagos following emergency repair works prompted by structural failure on one of its approach slabs. Speaking during the reopening ceremony on Friday, the minister explained that the failure was caused by a faulty design, where the approach slab was constructed as a cantilever—an engineering misstep that ultimately led to its collapse. “It’s not supposed to be a cantilever. What we had was a free-standing approach slab, which is incorrect. Every approach slab must have at least…

Senate Leader Reaffirms Commitment To Tax Reform And Governance Amid Baseless Allegations. Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (Ekiti Central), has assured Nigerians that the red chamber remains focused on matters of national importance, including the consideration of the Tax Reform Bills 2024, which will be deliberated upon after the Eid-el-Fitr and Easter holidays. This reassurance came amid a firm dismissal of fresh allegations levelled against the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, by former lawmaker, Senator Elisha Abbo. The Office of the Senate President described Abbo’s claims as “baseless and malicious”, reiterating that Akpabio had no involvement in…

Kevin De Bruyne Confirms Departure From Manchester City After A Decade Of Glory. Manchester City fans received the bittersweet news they had long dreaded: Kevin De Bruyne, the club’s iconic Belgian midfielder, will depart the Etihad Stadium at the end of the 2024-2025 season. The 33-year-old announced his exit on 4 April 2025 via an emotional social media post, marking the end of a remarkable 10-year tenure with the Premier League giants. De Bruyne, who joined City from Wolfsburg in 2015 for a then-club-record £55 million, has been the heartbeat of Pep Guardiola’s squad, helping the team secure an impressive…

Supreme Court Removes Julius Abure As Labour Party Chairman. The Supreme Court has dismissed Julius Abure from his position as the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), delivering a significant verdict that reaffirms the limits of judicial intervention in internal party affairs. In a unanimous decision delivered on Friday by a five-member panel, the apex court nullified an earlier ruling by the Court of Appeal in Abuja, which had previously recognised Abure as the party’s national chairman. The Supreme Court held that the Court of Appeal lacked the jurisdiction to make such a declaration, emphasising that the…

China Strikes Back With 34% Tariffs On US In Escalating Trade War With Trump. The trade tensions between the United States and China have reached a new high as Beijing responded swiftly and forcefully to President Donald Trump’s latest round of tariffs. In a series of coordinated announcements late Friday, the Chinese government unveiled a 34 percent tariff on a broad range of American imports—mirroring the rate imposed by the United States earlier in the week. The move signals Beijing’s firm stance and unwillingness to yield in what has become a full-blown trade war. China’s Finance Ministry confirmed…

Gabriel Magalhães Set For Surgery Following Hamstring Injury. Arsenal have confirmed that defender Gabriel Magalhães will undergo surgery after sustaining a hamstring injury during the club’s recent fixture against Fulham on Tuesday. The Brazilian centre-back was substituted during the match after showing signs of discomfort, and subsequent medical assessments revealed the extent of the injury, which now requires a surgical procedure. In an official statement, the club said: “Gabi will undergo a surgical repair procedure to his hamstring in the coming days, and immediately begin his recovery and rehabilitation programme, with the aim to be ready for the start…

Petitioners Remain Resolute As INEC Halts Recall Process Against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Despite the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) discontinuing the recall process against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, petitioners from Kogi Central Senatorial District have vowed to press on with their efforts, insisting the lawmaker no longer represents their collective will. INEC announced on Thursday that the recall process had been halted due to a shortfall in the number of verified signatures. Of the 250,000 signatories reportedly collected by the petitioners, only 208,132 were authenticated—falling short of the required 237,278 signatures by 29,146. This threshold represents 50 per cent of…

Defence Headquarters Debunks Claims Of Niger’s Withdrawal From MNJTF, Reaffirms Commitment To Regional Security. The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has refuted reports suggesting that the Republic of Niger has withdrawn from the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), stressing that such a development would pose serious threats to regional stability. Speaking during a bi-weekly media briefing in Abuja, the Director of Defence Media Operations (DDMO), Major General Markus Kangye, stated that the MNJTF remains a vital security collaboration among Lake Chad Basin countries. He warned against misinformation and urged stakeholders to prioritise unity in the face of common threats. “The…

Afenifere Warns Against Indigene Status Bill, Cites Risk Of Ethnic Tension And Violence. The Pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has cautioned the Nigerian government against passing the proposed Indigene Status Bill, warning that such a move could heighten ethnic tensions and incite communal violence across the country. The bill, currently undergoing consideration in the House of Representatives, seeks to confer indigeneship on individuals who have resided continuously in a particular area for at least 10 years, or through marriage. Sponsored by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu and six other lawmakers, the bill recently passed its second reading. Afenifere’s National Publicity…

Armed Man Shot Dead By Police Outside Milton Keynes Railway Station. A man has been shot dead by police outside Milton Keynes Central railway station following reports that he was armed with a knife and possibly a firearm. The incident occurred at approximately 12:55 BST, prompting an immediate response from Thames Valley Police (TVP) armed officers. According to police, the suspect, described as a white male, was challenged outside the station before moving quickly towards officers with a knife. In response, a single shot was fired. Despite immediate life-saving efforts at the scene, the man was pronounced dead at…