Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Police Crackdown On Infrastructure Thieves In Abuja, Recover Assets Worth N1 Billion. In lieu of the recent vandalism and theft of public property within the Abuja Metropolis, the Nigeria Police Force in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has arrested 31 suspects linked to the theft of 115 manhole covers, transformer components, and other public assets valued at over N1 billion. The arrests, which were made during a series of coordinated raids across various locations including Dei-Dei, Nyanya, Zuba, Mpape, Kabusa, Jabi, and Gwarinpa, mark one of the largest anti-vandalism operations in FCT’s history. The operation involved a joint task…

Israel Adesanya Delivers Classic Performance Against Kelvin Gastelum At UFC 236. By Olukayode Olumuyiwa  Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has etched his name in the annals of mixed martial arts history with a pulsating victory over Kelvin Gastelum at UFC 236—a bout widely hailed as one of the finest championship clashes in the sport.  A Battle of Resilience and Skill Adesanya, whose illustrious championship reign included six successful middleweight title defences—second only to Anderson Silva’s record ten—faced a stern test in his interim title fight against the then 16-3 Gastelum. The fight took place as the co-main event to…

Chuba Akpom Still Waiting For Super Eagles Call-Up Six Years After Switching Allegiance. Former Arsenal striker Chuba Akpom has expressed his continued desire to represent Nigeria, six years after pledging his international allegiance to the Super Eagles. Akpom, who currently plays for Ajax, revealed in an interview with Omasports TV that he is yet to receive a call-up despite his commitment to the Nigerian national team since 2019. “I try to give 100%, and I’ve been waiting since 2019. I switched allegiances a long time ago, but if it happens, it happens. And if not, I’ll just keep…

JUST-IN: Nigeria Police To Enforce Third-Party Insurance From 1st February 2025. The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed that from the 1st of February 2025, all vehicles on Nigerian roads must possess valid Third-Party Insurance. This new regulation aims to enhance road safety and provide financial protection for accident victims. The enforcement of this mandate has sparked a wide array of reactions across social media, particularly on X. Many users have taken to the platform to voice their opinions on the initiative. On one hand, there’s optimism regarding the potential benefits. “This could be a game-changer for road safety in…

Jhon Duran Completes £71m Move To Al-Nassr From Aston Villa. Colombian striker Jhon Duran has completed a move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr from Aston Villa in a deal that could be worth up to £71 million. The 21-year-old will now join star players Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mané in Riyadh after spending two years at Villa Park. “Aston Villa can confirm that Jhon Duran has joined Al-Nassr,” the club announced. “Everyone at Aston Villa would like to wish Jhon all the best in the next step of his professional career.” Duran was an unused substitute in…

Trump Announces New Tariffs On Mexico, Canada And China. US President Donald Trump has announced new tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China, with duties set to take effect on Saturday. According to the White House, tariffs of 25% will be imposed on Mexico and Canada, while Chinese goods will face a 10% duty. However, Trump revealed on Friday that Canadian oil would be subject to a lower 10% tariff, which is expected to come into force later, on 18 February. He also signalled plans to impose tariffs on the European Union in the future, citing unfair treatment…

British-Israeli Hostage Reveals Captivity In UN Facilities. A British-Israeli woman held hostage by Hamas for 15 months has revealed that she was detained in United Nations facilities during her captivity. Emily Damari, who was released earlier this month, disclosed during a phone call with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer that she was held at sites belonging to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). She also recounted being denied medical treatment despite suffering gunshot wounds to her hand and leg. Damari stated that while being held at an UNRWA facility, her captors provided her…

Police Service Commission Mandates Retirement Of Senior Officers Over 60 Amid IG Tenure Debate. The Police Service Commission (PSC) has announced the immediate retirement of senior police officers who have served for over 35 years or reached the age of 60. This directive comes amidst swirling debates regarding the continued tenure of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, who recently celebrated his 60th birthday. The decision, detailed in a statement released on Friday by the PSC’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani, addresses the controversy surrounding the Inspector General’s position. Despite the legal backing from both…

Tragic Incident Claims Lives Of Four Soldiers In Lagos. A dark Friday it is this morning, as four soldiers lost their lives while several others sustained injuries when a reckless driver ploughed into a group of soldiers during their morning parade in Shomolu, Lagos. The incident took place along the Morocco-WAEC axis, a typically bustling route now marred by tragedy. Eyewitnesses reported that the vehicle involved was driving at an excessive speed, showing a blatant disregard for the safety of others. The impact was catastrophic, immediately claiming the lives of four service members and leaving others in critical condition.…

Manchester United Lead The Way As Europa League Knockout Stage Takes Shape. The Europa League group stage has concluded, with the knockout phase now set. Manchester United emerged as the only team to remain unbeaten throughout the group matches, securing a 2-0 victory over FCSB to advance directly to the last 16. Tottenham, despite struggling with injuries, produced an impressive 3-0 win against Elfsborg, while Rangers secured a 2-1 triumph over Union Saint-Gilloise. Both sides have also bypassed the knockout play-off round, booking their spots in the last 16. Teams Through to the Last 16 – Lazio -…

Investigators Recover Black Boxes From Fatal DC Plane Crash. Investigators have recovered the flight data recorders, commonly known as black boxes, from the American Airlines jet that tragically collided with a US Army helicopter over the Potomac River near Washington, DC. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirmed the discovery and stated that while they have gathered a substantial amount of information, it will take time to verify the details. A preliminary report is expected to be released within 30 days. The crash, which occurred on Wednesday night, claimed the lives of all 64 passengers on the regional jet and…

Meta Reaches $25m Settlement With Donald Trump Over Account Ban. Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has agreed to pay former US President Donald Trump $25 million (£20 million) as part of a legal settlement over his account suspensions. The deal, first reported by The Wall Street Journal, brings an end to a lawsuit Trump filed against the company and its chief executive, Mark Zuckerberg, in 2021. Trump’s accounts were suspended following the 6 January Capitol riots, with Meta initially banning him for at least two years. However, restrictions on his Facebook and Instagram accounts were lifted in…