Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Federal Government To Close Independence Bridge On April 1 For Repairs. The Federal Government has announced the closure of the Independence Bridge (Marina-bound) in Lagos for essential maintenance and rehabilitation works. The closure will take effect from 1 April 2025 and will remain in place until the end of May 2025. The Federal Controller of Works, Lagos, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, disclosed this in a statement on Monday, explaining that the repairs are necessary to ensure the safety and durability of the bridge. The closure will affect traffic travelling from Ahmadu Bello Way and Adeola Odeku towards Marina, Eko Bridge,…

Lagos State To Decommission Olusosun And Solous 3 Landfills In 15 Months. The Lagos State Government has announced plans to decommission the Olusosun and Solous 3 landfills within the next 15 months as part of a broader strategy to modernise waste management in the state. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, confirmed the move, stating that preparations are already in progress to ensure a seamless transition. The Olusosun landfill, located in Lagos, spans 100 acres and is the largest dumpsite in Africa. It receives approximately 10,000 tonnes of waste daily, including electronic waste from around…

Nigerian Army Cracks Down On Oil Theft, Arrests 39 Suspects And Destroys 18 Illegal Sites. Troops of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, have intensified their fight against crude oil theft in the Niger Delta region, arresting 39 suspected oil thieves and dismantling 18 illegal refining sites in a series of coordinated operations. The operations, conducted between 24 and 30 March 2025, were part of an ongoing crackdown against crude oil theft (COT) and related criminal activities. In collaboration with other security agencies, the troops seized over 60,000 litres of stolen petroleum products along with various equipment used in illegal…

Edison Ehie Alleges N5 Billion Bribe Offer For Fubara’s Impeachment. The Chief of Staff to the suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, Edison Ehie, has alleged that he was offered a N5 billion bribe to impeach his principal while serving as a leader in the Rivers State House of Assembly. Ehie disclosed that he would soon reveal the identity of the individual behind the offer. Speaking on Channels Television on Sunday night, Ehie also accused the suspended Speaker, Martins Amaewhule, of orchestrating the bombing of the Rivers State Assembly complex in 2023. He claimed that only the Speaker had…

Trump Hints At Possible Third Term, Cites Unspecified Methods US President Donald Trump has once again suggested he may seek a third term in office, despite the constitutional two-term limit. Speaking to NBC News in a phone interview on Sunday, Trump stated, “I’m not joking,” when asked about the possibility, adding, “There are methods which you could do it.” His remarks were later echoed in conversations with reporters aboard Air Force One, where he noted that many of his supporters had encouraged him to extend his time in office. “We have almost four years to go, and that’s…

Germany Shifts Defence Strategy Amid Growing Security Concerns. Germany has taken a historic step in bolstering its military strength, with parliament approving a significant increase in defence spending. The move marks a major departure from the country’s traditionally cautious stance on military expansion, as concerns over Russian aggression continue to grow. At a military training ground in Munster, the sound of artillery and missile launches has become a daily occurrence. Such exercises are set to intensify following the decision to lift debt restrictions on defence spending, allowing for increased investment in the Bundeswehr. Germany’s top military official, General Carsten…

President Tinubu Lauds Wike’s Performance, Explains FCT Exit From TSA. President Bola Tinubu has revealed that his administration removed the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) from the Treasury Single Account (TSA) to accelerate development and increase residents’ participation in governance. Speaking during a Sallah homage at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Tinubu also commended FCT Minister Nyesom Wike for his outstanding performance, expressing confidence that the achievements in the capital would strengthen the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 elections. The President explained that the bureaucratic constraints of the TSA were slowing infrastructure growth in the FCT, necessitating…

Report Highlights Rising Toll Of Farmer-Herder Conflicts In Nigeria. A recent report by SBM Intelligence has revealed the devastating impact of farmer-herder conflicts in Nigeria, with 542 civilians killed since 2019 and over 2.2 million people displaced. The long-standing crisis, driven by competition over land and resources, continues to threaten lives, livelihoods, and food security across the country. The report highlights that Nigeria’s security landscape, already troubled by terrorism and insurgency, has been further complicated by farmer-herder clashes. These conflicts arise from disputes between agrarian farmers and nomadic herdsmen, many of whom are of Fulani origin. Factors such as…

Rinsola Babajide Shines As UD Tenerife Thrash Espanyol. Super Falcons forward Rinsola Babajide delivered a stellar performance as UD Tenerife secured an emphatic 4-1 victory over Espanyol in La Liga F. The match saw Peña Rodríguez open the scoring for Tenerife from the penalty spot before Babajide provided an assist for Bicho to double the lead. Linnea Laupstad added a third with a brilliant solo effort. Despite missing a penalty earlier in the second half, Babajide made amends by netting Tenerife’s fourth goal, capping off a dominant display. Her latest contribution brings her tally for the season to 13…

NFF Identifies Participants For First Batch Of CAF B-License Coaching Course. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has identified and contacted participants for the first batch of the CAF B-License Coaching Course, which will run from April to August 2025. This initiative is part of the NFF’s strategic plan to enhance coaching capacity across the country. According to the NFF Technical Director, Coach Augustine Eguavoen, selected participants have been notified via email. He urged all applicants to check their inboxes, including spam and junk folders, as the information provided is time-sensitive. The four-month course, scheduled to take place from…

PremiumTrust Bank Becomes Lead Sponsor Of Maiden Niger Delta Sports Festival. The inaugural edition of the Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) has received a significant boost with the announcement of PremiumTrust Bank as the lead sponsor. The festival, scheduled to take place from 1 to 8 April in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, aims to provide a platform for young talents in the region to showcase their sporting abilities. At the unveiling ceremony held at the bank’s headquarters in Lagos, Hon. Boma Iyaye, Executive Director of Finance and Accounting at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and Chairman of the Main…

Nigerian Banks Achieve Record Profits Amid Economic Challenges. Nigeria’s leading banks have posted unprecedented profits, with GTCo Plc and Zenith Bank Plc surpassing the N1 trillion post-tax profit mark for the first time. Despite economic difficulties in the real sector, particularly in manufacturing and agriculture, the banking industry has demonstrated remarkable resilience, reaching new financial heights. Access Holdings Plc, the largest Nigerian bank by asset size, is also on track to join the trillion-naira profit league, requiring a 62 per cent growth in its 2023 post-tax profit of N619.3 billion. Meanwhile, UBA, GTCo, and Zenith Bank collectively reported an…