Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Binance Executive Accuses Nigerian Lawmakers Of Bribery. Tigran Gambaryan, a senior executive at Binance, has accused three Nigerian lawmakers of demanding a $150 million bribe during his detention in the country. Gambaryan, who served as Binance’s head of financial crime, was held by Nigerian authorities for several months over allegations of money laundering and enabling criminal activity. He was released after the US government intervened, leading to the charges being dropped. Allegations Against Lawmakers In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Gambaryan named the lawmakers as Peter Akpanke, Philip Agbese, and Ginger Obinna Onwusibe. Notably, Onwusibe heads the House…

US Congressman Accuses USAID Of Funding Terrorist Groups. US Congressman Scott Perry has alleged that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has been involved in funding terrorist organisations, including Boko Haram, ISIS, and Al-Qaeda. Speaking at a congressional hearing on government inefficiency and waste, Perry claimed that significant amounts of taxpayer money were being diverted to extremist groups.  Allegations of Misuse of Funds During the hearing, titled “The War on Waste: Stamping Out the Scourge of Improper Payments and Fraud,” Perry expressed concerns over $697 million in annual USAID funding, which he alleged was being funnelled into…

Customs Intercepts Large Cache Of Arms In Lagos As Police Clarify Missing Weapons Report. The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted and handed over a significant cache of arms and ammunition smuggled into the country through Lagos Airport. Meanwhile, the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has refuted claims that 3,907 weapons are missing from its armoury, stating that the reports are inaccurate and misleading. According to the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the claims stem from a 2019 audit report by the Office of the Auditor-General of the Federation (OAuGF), which stated that certain firearms were unaccounted for at…

UNIZIK Expels Student Over Viral Lecturer Assault Incident. The management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) has expelled a student, Goddy-Mbakwe Chimamaka Precious, for allegedly assaulting a lecturer in an incident that went viral online. The decision was announced in a statement on Friday by UNIZIK’s Acting Registrar, Victor Modebelu, following an internal investigation into the altercation. The incident occurred on Tuesday, 4th February 2025, at the university’s Faculty of Arts and involved Dr Chukwudi Michael. According to eyewitness accounts, the student was dancing and filming a TikTok video in a corridor when the lecturer, attempting to pass, tapped her…

Chernobyl Radiation Shield Struck By Russian Drone, Ukraine Claims. A Russian drone has struck the protective radiation shield covering the damaged Chernobyl nuclear reactor, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed. The overnight attack caused a fire at the site of the world’s worst nuclear disaster, though emergency crews have since extinguished the flames. According to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), radiation levels inside and outside the facility remain stable. Russia has denied any involvement, insisting its military does not target Ukraine’s nuclear infrastructure. “Any claims that this was the case do not correspond to reality,” a Russian government…

Hollywood Calls For A Revival Of LA Productions After Devastating Wildfires. Hollywood, long regarded as the heart of the global entertainment industry, is facing increasing competition from cities such as Atlanta, London, Toronto, and Sydney, where lower costs and attractive tax incentives have lured productions away from Los Angeles. The recent wildfires, which claimed at least 29 lives and destroyed thousands of homes, have only deepened the city’s ongoing production crisis. Now, many within the industry are urging studios, streaming platforms, and state officials to take action by boosting local productions, providing much-needed economic relief to struggling film workers. …

Canadian Embassy Denies Visas To Nigerian Defence Chiefs For Official Event. In a surprising turn of events, the Canadian Embassy has denied visas to Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, along with other senior military officials, preventing their attendance at an official engagement in Canada. The delegation had been scheduled to participate in an event honouring war veterans, particularly those injured in battle, recognising the sacrifices made by Nigerian military personnel. However, their travel plans were abruptly halted as several members of the group were refused entry by Canadian authorities. The news quickly spread on…

Porto And Roma Play Out Draw In Europa League Knockout Play-Off First Leg. Porto and Roma, two of the pre-season favourites to lift the Europa League trophy, played out a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their knockout-phase play-off. Roma took the lead just before half-time when Zeki Celik reacted swiftly to Artem Dovbyk’s knock-on, hooking the ball into the net from close range. However, Porto responded in the second half, capitalising on a defensive lapse. Diogo Costa’s long ball downfield caught Roma off guard, allowing Francisco Moura to strike from the edge of the box. His effort…

FA To Introduce Semi-Automated Offside Technology In FA Cup Fifth Round. Semi-automated offside technology will make its debut in English domestic football during the fifth round of the FA Cup, marking a significant advancement in officiating. The Football Association (FA) announced on Thursday that the technology will be implemented in seven matches taking place at Premier League stadiums. Following its introduction in the Emirates FA Cup, the Premier League is expected to adopt the system later this season. This cutting-edge technology aims to eliminate certain elements of human subjectivity in offside decisions. Traditionally, officials in the Video Assistant…

Munich Car Attack Leaves 28 Injured As Police Investigate Suspect’s Motive. At least 28 people have been injured after an Afghan asylum seeker drove a car into a group of people in Munich, police have confirmed. Authorities are treating the incident as a suspected attack, with the 24-year-old suspect already known to law enforcement for previous theft and drug offences. According to reports, the suspect arrived in Germany in 2016 and had his asylum application rejected. However, his deportation was suspended, allowing him to remain in the country. Witnesses say the vehicle accelerated before colliding with a trade union rally,…

Sanwo-Olu Ends Remote Work For Lagos State Workers. Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced the cancellation of the remote work initiative for public servants, with full resumption at offices set to begin on 1 April 2025. The decision, confirmed by the Head of Service, Bode Agoro, was communicated in a statement on Tuesday. The directive ends a policy that had been in place since February 2024. According to Agoro, the move aligns with the implementation of the new minimum wage and other measures aimed at improving the welfare of public servants. He urged all workers to fully…

Chelsea Face Injury Setbacks But Recoveries Offer Hope. Chelsea Football Club have confirmed that striker Nicolas Jackson will be sidelined for the next six to eight weeks due to injury. Manager Enzo Maresca announced the setback, stating, “He’s not going to be available until the end of the international break.” The Blues have also been dealt another blow with Marc Guiu suffering a hamstring injury, ruling him out for an unspecified period. Maresca confirmed the news, saying, “Marc Guiu has suffered a hamstring injury and will be out for a while.” Despite these setbacks, Chelsea have received encouraging…