Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

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…

Liverpool Edge Closer To Premier League Title With Commanding Win Over Manchester City. Liverpool took a giant step towards securing the Premier League title with a decisive 2-0 victory over Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, extending their lead at the top of the table to 11 points. As the final whistle blew, chants of “We’re going to win the league” echoed from the away section, leaving no doubt about the growing belief among Liverpool supporters. With just 11 matches remaining, the Reds appear destined to lift the trophy, continuing the rich legacy of legendary managers such as Bill…

Semi Ajayi Suffers Fresh Injury Setback. Super Eagles and West Bromwich Albion defender, Semi Ajayi, faces another spell on the sidelines after sustaining an injury during West Brom’s 2-0 victory over Oxford United on Saturday. Ajayi, who had only recently returned from a long-term injury, was forced off late in the first half with what appeared to be a hamstring issue—his second such injury this season. The match was just his second appearance since undergoing surgery and spending over three months in recovery. West Bromwich Albion now await scan results to determine the severity of the setback, as the…

Lookman Responds to Criticism With Stunning Brace In Atalanta’s 5-0 Victory Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman silenced critics in emphatic fashion by scoring twice in Atalanta’s resounding 5-0 victory over Empoli on Sunday. Following Atalanta’s midweek Champions League play-off defeat to Club Brugge, Lookman faced scrutiny, particularly after missing a crucial penalty. However, he responded in style, playing a pivotal role in his team’s dominant performance. Atalanta took an early lead through a fortunate deflection off Emmanuel Gyasi, which looped over the goalkeeper into the net. Moments later, Lookman’s clever cross was flicked on by Berat Djimsiti…

Ahudiyannem FC Stun Enyimba To Win Abia FA Cup In a dramatic upset, non-league side Ahudiyannem FC defeated Enyimba FC on penalties to claim the 2025 Abia FA Cup title. The underdogs secured a 3-1 victory in the shootout after a goalless draw in regulation time, marking a historic achievement for the club. Despite being reduced to 10 men, Ahudiyannem FC held their own against the Aba giants, showing resilience and determination. Their journey to the final was equally remarkable, having eliminated top-flight side Abia Warriors in the semi-finals. Owned by Chief Robert Onyeali, popularly known as Roko, Ahudiyannem…