Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Liverpool Extend Lead In Premier League Title Race With Commanding Victory Over Ipswich. Liverpool demonstrated their title-winning credentials with a 4-1 victory over Ipswich Town, extending their unbeaten run to 18 Premier League games. The Reds, now six points clear at the top, showed no signs of faltering, with Cody Gakpo, Mohamed Salah, and Dominik Szoboszlai delivering stellar performances at Anfield. Manager Arne Slot has seamlessly taken over from Jürgen Klopp, guiding Liverpool to an exceptional campaign. Saturday’s performance was a testament to the team’s progress under Slot, who has instilled a more pragmatic style of play without…

Kylian Mbappé’s Hat-Trick Propels Real Madrid To La Liga Summit. Kylian Mbappé scored his first hat-trick for Real Madrid as the Spanish giants extended their lead at the top of La Liga with a commanding 3-0 victory over Real Valladolid. The win moves Carlo Ancelotti’s side four points clear, while Valladolid remain rooted to the bottom of the table. The France captain opened the scoring in the 30th minute with a sublime finish, curling the ball into the far corner following an inch-perfect cross from Jude Bellingham. After the interval, Mbappé doubled Real’s advantage, showcasing his clinical touch…

Mexico Prepares For Deportees With Tent City In Ciudad Juarez. In anticipation of a surge in deportations from the United States, Mexican workers in Ciudad Juarez have begun constructing a tent city to accommodate thousands of returnees. The temporary settlement is being built on an old fairground site, under the shadow of a large crucifix and near an altar where Pope Francis held a mass in 2016. Ciudad Juarez is one of eight locations along Mexico’s 3,000-kilometre border where preparations are underway. Men in boots and baseball caps can be seen erecting metal structures and draping thick tarpaulin to…

Trump Praises Keir Starmer For Strong Leadership. US President Donald Trump has commended Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, describing his performance as “very good” and emphasising their “very good relationship.” Speaking to the BBC aboard Air Force One, Trump expressed admiration for Starmer, despite acknowledging their ideological differences. “I get along with him well. I like him a lot,” Trump said. “He’s liberal, which is a bit different from me, but I think he’s a very good person, and I think he’s done a very good job thus far. He’s represented his country in terms of philosophy. I may…

Palestinians’ Return To Gaza’s North Delayed Amid Truce Dispute. Thousands of displaced Palestinians remain stranded in central Gaza after Israel blocked a key route to the northern Gaza Strip, citing Hamas’ alleged breach of a recently brokered ceasefire agreement. The road closure has left families waiting in limbo, following hopes of returning to their homes after months of conflict. The stalemate arose after Hamas released four Israeli female soldiers in a prisoner exchange deal, which also saw Israel free 200 Palestinian prisoners. However, the Israeli government has insisted that no further movement will be permitted until Hamas secures the release…

Court Orders Woman To Pay Boyfriend N150,000 For Breach Of Agreement. A Magistrate Court in Ilesa, Osun State, has ruled that Rhoda Adu must pay her boyfriend, Olapitan Sola, a total of N150,000 after failing to honour a promised visit despite receiving transport fare from him. The incident occurred when Sola transferred N3,000 to Rhoda to facilitate her journey to visit him. However, Rhoda failed to fulfil the agreement, switching off her phone and remaining unreachable. Feeling deceived and emotionally hurt, Sola reported the matter to the Ayeso Police Station, leading to Rhoda’s subsequent arrest and appearance in…

“Obasa’s Impeachment Drama: Defiance Amidst Political Upheaval in Lagos”. Mudashiru Obasa, the former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, has recently addressed his impeachment, asserting his legitimacy and refuting claims of corruption. He was impeached on January 13, 2025, over allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and financial impropriety, including a notable claim of a ₦43.5 billion expenditure on backup vehicles for lawmakers. Obasa has publicly challenged the process that led to his removal, stating that the impeachment was not conducted according to constitutional procedures. He has expressed confidence despite the situation, indicating that he is…

Imo State Police Command Neutralises Six Terrorist Kingpins, Recovers Arms And Ammunition. Operatives from the Imo State Police Command have successfully neutralised six notorious terrorist kingpins linked to the Eastern Security Network (ESN). The operation took place in the early hours of today, marking a pivotal moment in the region’s efforts to combat insurgency. According to the Imo State Police Command, the operation was intelligence-led, targeting hideouts where these individuals were believed to be orchestrating their acts of terror. The confrontation led to the recovery of a substantial cache of arms and ammunition, which authorities have confirmed were intended…

Vatican And US Border Czar Clash Over Trump’s Deportation Policy. Following the executive order by President Donald Trump over deportation of illegals, Pope Francis has publicly denounced US President Donald Trump’s plans for mass deportations as a “disgrace”. This statement comes in the wake of Trump’s inauguration and marks a renewal of friction between the Vatican and the newly sworn-in Trump administration. The Pope’s remarks were made during an appearance on an Italian television programme, where he expressed his concern over the impact of such policies on the “poor wretches who have nothing”. This critique echoes his…

Pete Hegseth Confirmed As US Defence Secretary In Tight Senate Vote. Pete Hegseth has been confirmed as the United States’ Secretary of Defence following an intensely close Senate vote. The confirmation, which took place late on Thursday, was decided by Vice President JD Vance’s casting vote, resulting in a 51-50 decision. The appointment of Hegseth, a former Fox News host and military veteran, has been one of the most contentious in recent memory. The vote was split along party lines, with three Republican senators—namely Susan Collins, Mitch McConnell, and Lisa Murkowski—joining forces with the Democrats in opposition. This narrow margin…

Walker Embarks On New Journey: From Manchester City To AC Milan. English Wingback Kyle Walker has completed a loan move from Manchester City to AC Milan, with an option for the Italian giants to make the transfer permanent come summer. The news was officially confirmed by AC Milan’s website, awaiting only the requisite international clearance. Walker, who has been synonymous with success under Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, where he clinched six Premier League titles and a Champions League trophy amongst others, took to social media to express his heartfelt thanks to the club and its fans. “Manchester City…

Arteta’s Urgent Plea For Arsenal’s New Striker Amidst Injury Crisis. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has issued an urgent call for reinforcements in the striker department. With the January transfer window ticking down, the Gunners find themselves in a race against time to secure the services of a new forward. Gabriel Jesus, one of Arsenal’s talismanic figures, has reportedly suffered what appears to be an ACL injury during a match, sidelining him for months. This, coupled with Bukayo Saka’s absence, has left Arsenal’s attack looking decidedly thin. Arteta, in a post-match press conference following Arsenal’s victory over Tottenham, did not…