Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Passengers Evacuate Burning American Airlines Jet In Colorado. Passengers aboard an American Airlines flight had a narrow escape when a fire broke out on the aircraft after landing at Denver International Airport, Colorado. Footage from the scene showed travellers huddled on the wing of the Boeing 737-800 while flames burned beneath the plane. Fortunately, all 172 passengers and six crew members were safely evacuated. The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported that the flight, which had taken off from Colorado Springs, was diverted to Denver at around 17:15 local time (23:15 GMT) after the crew detected “engine vibrations.” The aircraft…

Lando Norris Sets The Pace As Bearman Crashes In Australian Grand Prix Practice. British rookie Oliver Bearman suffered a heavy crash in the opening practice session of the Australian Grand Prix, while Lando Norris led the timesheets for McLaren. Bearman, making his full-season debut in Formula 1 after three appearances last year for Ferrari and Haas, lost control at Turn 10, spinning into the wall. Fortunately, the young driver was unhurt, but the incident brought out a red flag, halting the session for 10 minutes as marshals cleared his damaged Haas from the track. Meanwhile, Norris was the quickest…

Chelsea Secure Conference League Quarter-Final Spot With Narrow Win Over Copenhagen. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s second-half strike proved decisive as Chelsea booked their place in the UEFA Conference League quarter-finals with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Copenhagen at Stamford Bridge. Holding a 2-1 aggregate lead from the first leg, Chelsea endured a lacklustre first half, failing to register a single shot and drawing boos from sections of the home crowd. Meanwhile, Copenhagen displayed energy and attacking intent but lacked the clinical edge to capitalise on their dominance. The breakthrough came 10 minutes after the restart when Dewsbury-Hall showcased quick footwork…

Lagos Emerges As Africa’s Second-Largest City Economy. Lagos State has solidified its position as Africa’s second-largest city economy, with a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of $259 billion based on purchasing power parity (PPP). This milestone highlights the city’s economic strength, the resilience of its people, and its status as a leading commercial hub on the continent. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu celebrated this achievement, stating, “Lagos is not just growing; we are leading.” He emphasised that the city’s economic success is not merely about numbers but reflects the vibrancy, competitiveness, and cost-of-living advantage that Lagos offers. Lagos continues to be…

Nigerian Senate Passes Vote Of Confidence In Senate President Akpabio. The Nigerian Senate has passed a vote of confidence in Senate President Godswill Akpabio, reaffirming its support for his leadership despite ongoing controversy within the upper legislative chamber. The decision followed a motion by the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, who emphasised the importance of legislative order, transparency, and governance. He addressed concerns surrounding recent events in the Senate, seeking to clarify any misconceptions. Natasha’s Suspension Sparks Debate The vote of confidence comes amid a dispute involving Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, who was recently suspended from…

Governor Okpebholo Lifts Suspension of Edo Attorney General. The Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has lifted the suspension of the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Samson Osagie, with immediate effect. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Osagie was suspended in February alongside the Chairman of the State Local Government Commission, Damian Lawani, over alleged financial infractions. However, following a thorough investigation, an official report cleared him of any wrongdoing. His reinstatement was confirmed in a letter signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Umar Ikhilor, dated 12 March. The letter…

ITTF-Africa President Hails Tunisia For Record-Breaking Table Tennis Event. The President of the African Table Tennis Federation (ITTF-Africa), Wahid Enitan Oshodi, has commended Tunisia for successfully hosting the ITTF-Africa tournament, which achieved unprecedented online viewership. The event, held in Tunis from 25-27 February, marked a significant milestone for African table tennis, drawing global attention and setting new digital engagement records. According to a media analytics report released by the ITTF-Africa Media Team, the tournament garnered an impressive 973,700 views on Facebook and 1,523,677 views on Instagram—double the figures recorded during the previous edition in Rwanda. YouTube livestreaming also attracted over…

Putin Calls For End To Fighting In Ukraine But Stresses Need For Lasting Peace. Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that hostilities in Ukraine must come to an end, but he emphasised that any ceasefire should lead to an “enduring peace” and address the root causes of the conflict. Speaking on the ongoing crisis, Putin acknowledged that a ceasefire is a “good idea” and that Russia “absolutely supports it.” However, he stressed that key issues need to be discussed before any agreement is reached. Diplomatic Tensions Over Ceasefire Proposal The United States and Ukraine have both insisted that the…

Nigerian Woman Appears In UK Court To Prove She Is Alive Amid Probate Dispute. A Nigerian-born woman, June Ashimola, has made a startling court appearance in the United Kingdom to disprove claims of her death, bringing an end to a long-running probate dispute. Ashimola, who was declared dead in 2019 without leaving a will, had her £350,000 estate granted to Ruth Samuel on behalf of a man named Bakare Lasisi, who allegedly married her in 1993. However, suspicions arose when Ashimola was reportedly seen alive in Nigeria, leading to questions about the authenticity of her death certificate. Despite…

Arsenal Target Leroy Sané and Bruno Guimarães in Summer Transfer Plans. Arsenal have set their sights on Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sané as they prepare for the summer transfer window. The 29-year-old Germany international is nearing the end of his contract at the Bundesliga club, and the Gunners are reportedly keen on securing him on a free transfer. New Arsenal director of football, Andrea Berta, is also looking to strengthen the squad with the addition of Newcastle United’s Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimarães and Real Sociedad’s Spanish midfielder Martín Zubimendi. Guimarães, 27, is attracting interest from multiple clubs, including Barcelona,…

Federal Government Seeks To Standardise Diagnostic Services For Improved Healthcare. The Federal Government has underscored the importance of standardising and harmonising diagnostic services across all levels of healthcare in the country. Speaking at the National Summit on Diagnostics in Abuja, the Minister of State for Health, Dr Adekunle Salako, highlighted the critical role of diagnostics in accurate disease detection, effective treatment planning, and improved patient outcomes. Dr Salako emphasised that achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and enhancing healthcare delivery would be impossible without an integrated diagnostic framework. He noted that quality diagnostics are essential for fulfilling the four pillars…

Lagos State League Set To Redefine Grassroots Football. Excitement is building as the highly anticipated Lagos State League is set to kick off next Wednesday, bringing a new level of professionalism and discipline to grassroots football. With 14 men’s teams and 10 women’s teams competing across five divisions, the Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) has made it clear that commitment and discipline will be strictly enforced throughout the competition. Firm Rules to Ensure Professionalism At the official draw held at the LSFA headquarters, league officials issued a strong warning to all participating clubs—failure to honour matches without a valid…