Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

President Tinubu Congratulates Governor Aiyedatiwa On New Term. President Bola Tinubu has extended his congratulations to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State following his inauguration for a fresh term in office. Aiyedatiwa, who took over from the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, was sworn in on Monday in Akure. The announcement was made in a statement by the President’s spokesman, Mr Bayo Onanuga. In his congratulatory message, Tinubu urged the governor to use his mandate to serve the people diligently and build on the legacy of his predecessor. “I congratulate you on your successful inauguration today for a new…

Police Strengthen Security Following Killings Of Farmers In Edo. The Edo State Police Command has intensified security measures following the tragic killing of two farmers in Okpekpe, Etsako East Local Government Area. The victims, identified as Batemue Philip Ebo and Christopher Bello, were reportedly attacked by suspected herdsmen while on their way to the farm on Monday. Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Moses Yamu, stated that the attack was reported by the Chief of Okpekpe at approximately 9:00 a.m. on Monday. “The command received a report today at about 0900hrs from the Chief of…

Team Nigeria Exits 2025 ITTF African Club Championships. Team Nigeria has bowed out of the 2025 International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) African Club Championships in Tunis after a semi-final defeat. The Canaan Queens of Calabar, Nigeria’s sole representatives, were beaten 3-0 by Egypt’s PETROJET Women’s team in the semi-finals at the El-Menzah Sports Hall on Monday. Led by Fatimo Bello, Janet Effiong, Cecilia Otu-Akpan, and Hope Udoaka, the team impressed in the group phase, securing victories against club sides from Tunisia and Madagascar. However, they suffered a 3-0 defeat to defending champions Zamalek of Egypt in their final…

El-Rufai Calls For Renewed North-South-South Political Alliance. Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has called for a revival of the historical political alliance between the North and the South-South, emphasising that such a partnership is essential to “save Nigeria.” El-Rufai made the statement on Friday while visiting the family of the late elder statesman and Niger Delta advocate, Edwin Clark, who passed away on 17 February. He highlighted the strong political ties that once existed between the two regions and urged a return to that collaboration. “In the 60s, 70s, and 80s, the North’s traditional political partners were from…

Aiyedatiwa And Adelami Sworn In As Ondo Governor And Deputy. Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and his deputy, Olayide Adelami, have been sworn in for a fresh four-year term in Ondo State. The Chief Justice of the state, Olusegun Odusola, administered the oath of office in the presence of dignitaries and residents who gathered to witness the historic event. During the swearing-in ceremony, Governor Aiyedatiwa and Deputy Governor Adelami pledged to uphold the constitution, govern with integrity, and prioritise the welfare of the people of Ondo State. The inauguration signals the commencement of a new administration, with expectations high for…

Alexander Isak Joins Premier League Elite In Newcastle’s Thrilling Win. Newcastle United’s dramatic 4-3 victory over Nottingham Forest was a significant milestone for striker Alexander Isak, as he became one of the fastest players to reach 50 Premier League goals. Isak netted twice in Sunday’s encounter, taking his tally to 19 league goals this season. With just three more, he will achieve his best-ever campaign at the club. His second goal against Forest marked his 50th in the Premier League, a feat accomplished in just 76 matches—placing him in an exclusive group of elite goalscorers. Only six players in…

Moise Kean Collapses On Pitch After Head Injury In Fiorentina Defeat. Fiorentina striker Moise Kean was rushed to hospital after collapsing on the pitch during Sunday’s 1-0 defeat against Hellas Verona. The 24-year-old Italian forward initially suffered a head injury in the 58th minute when his face collided with Pawel Dawidowicz’s knee while battling for possession. Despite receiving treatment, Kean continued playing but lost his balance and collapsed six minutes later, prompting immediate concern from players and medical staff. The match was briefly halted as medics attended to the former Everton, Paris Saint-Germain, and Juventus striker. He was stretchered…

Ooni Of Ife Commends Tinubu’s Economic Reforms As Nigeria-Kazakhstan Ties Strengthen. The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi Ojaja II, has praised President Bola Tinubu for his bold economic reforms, stating that the hardship caused by these policies is gradually easing and yielding positive results for Nigerians. Speaking at the maiden edition of the Nigeria-Kazakhstan Business Council International Conference in Abuja, the monarch highlighted the significant economic progress made under Tinubu’s administration, including the closure of the arbitrage between the parallel and official exchange markets for the first time in two decades. “We all know the challenges our…

Court Reinstates Olalekan Onafeko As ‘Clerk’ Of Lagos State House of Assembly. A National Industrial Court sitting in Lagos has ordered the reinstatement of Olalekan Onafeko as the Clerk of the Lagos State House of Assembly following his controversial removal. Justice M. N. Esowe granted the order in response to an ex parte application filed by Onafeko’s legal representative, Yusuf Nurudeen. The case, marked NICN/LA/23/2025, was instituted against the Lagos State Government, the Lagos State Civil Service Commission, the Lagos State House of Assembly Service Commission, the Speaker of the House, the Attorney-General of Lagos State, and Babatunde Ottun.…

APC Kicks As Governor Adeleke Swears In New Local Government Officials In Osun. A political dispute has erupted in Osun State following Governor Ademola Adeleke’s swearing-in of newly elected local government chairmen and councillors. The opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the move, describing it as illegal and unconstitutional. The Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) had declared candidates of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as winners of all 30 chairmanship and 332 councillorship seats in the local government elections held on Saturday. At the swearing-in ceremony in Osogbo on Sunday, Governor Adeleke urged the new officials…

ASUU-KASU Suspends Strike After Government Intervention. The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Kaduna State University (KASU) chapter, has officially suspended its strike following negotiations with the state government. The decision, announced on Monday by ASUU-KASU chairman Dr Peter Adamu, was taken on Saturday after Governor Uba Sani’s administration demonstrated a commitment to addressing the union’s long-standing demands. In a previous statement, Kaduna State’s Commissioner for Education, Professor Muhammad Sani Bello, noted that the dispute between ASUU-KASU and the government predated the current administration. However, he emphasised that Governor Sani had taken proactive steps to resolve the issues…

Friedrich Merz: Germany’s Next Chancellor And The Return Of Conservative Leadership. Friedrich Merz, leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), is set to become Germany’s next Chancellor, marking a return to conservative leadership in Europe’s largest economy. At 69, Merz is no stranger to German politics, having been a prominent figure within the CDU for decades. His supporters see him as a steadying force amid Europe’s political and economic uncertainty, positioning him as an antidote to what they describe as a *crisis of confidence* across the continent. A Political Journey Rooted in Conservatism Born in 1955 in Brilon, western…