Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Victory In Borno: 34 Boko Haram/ISWAP Terrorists Neutralised In Sabon Gari Battle. In a decisive victory against insurgency, the Nigerian Defence Headquarters announced on Wednesday morning that at least 34 Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists were killed in a fierce confrontation at Sabon Gari Community, located in Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State. The news was conveyed in a statement titled, ‘Terrorists Killed in Attack on Sabon Gari in Damboa LGA of Borno State,’ issued by Major General Edward Buba, the Director of Defence Media Operations. According to the statement, the clash…

Isak Leads Newcastle To Dominant Carabao Cup Semi-Final Victory Over Arsenal. Alexander Isak’s scintillating form continued to light up the Emirates Stadium as Newcastle United took a commanding lead in their Carabao Cup semi-final first leg against Arsenal. The Swedish striker’s 14th goal in his last 15 games paved the way for a 2-0 victory, placing Newcastle on the brink of their first-ever League Cup triumph. Newcastle, who have never claimed the competition, now stand just one match away from their second final in three seasons. They need only to avoid defeat or lose by no more than one…

Son Heung-min’s Contract Extended At Tottenham Until 2026. Tottenham Hotspur have secured the services of their star forward, Son Heung-min, for an additional year, extending his contract until the summer of 2026. The decision to trigger the one-year option clause was confirmed today, ensuring the South Korean international will continue to don the Spurs jersey. Since his transfer from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015, Son has been a pivotal figure for Tottenham, amassing 169 goals over 431 appearances in all competitions. His contribution in the Premier League alone stands at 125 goals and 68 assists across 320 matches, making…

NFF Appoints Éric Sékou Chelle As New Super Eagles Head Coach. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially announced the appointment of Éric Sékou Chelle as the new Head Coach for Nigeria’s senior men’s national football team, the Super Eagles. The decision was ratified by the NFF’s Executive Committee on Tuesday following a recommendation from the Technical and Development Sub-Committee. The appointment was discussed and agreed upon during a meeting in Abuja on Thursday, 2nd January 2025. Chelle, a former player and coach of Mali’s national team, the Aiglons, brings a wealth of experience to the Nigerian squad. His tenure…

Nottingham Forest Down Wolves To Consolidate On Top Ranking: As Reds Clash Looms. In a season that has defied all predictions, Nottingham Forest are set to face Liverpool in a top-of-the-table clash at the City Ground next week. The match, scheduled for Tuesday, 14 January, comes hot on the heels of Forest’s emphatic 3-0 victory over Wolves on Monday, positioning them just six points behind the league leaders. Under the stewardship of Nuno Espirito Santo, who took over from a tumultuous past season where Forest narrowly avoided relegation and faced a points deduction, the team has undergone a remarkable…

Tibet Earthquake: Scores Dead As Earthquake Strikes Chinese Border City. A devastating earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 struck Tibet’s holy city of Shigatse early Tuesday morning, claiming at least 95 lives and leaving 130 people injured, according to Chinese state media. The tremor, which occurred around 09:00 local time (01:00 GMT), was followed by a series of aftershocks, with its epicentre located in the mountainous region near Mount Everest in Tingri county. The US Geological Survey reported the earthquake at a depth of 10 kilometres, while China’s state media recorded it slightly less at 6.8 magnitude. The event…

Senate To Suspend Plenary For Two Weeks To Focus On 2025 Budget Review. The Senate has announced a suspension of plenary sessions for two weeks beginning January 14, 2025, to allow for detailed committee-level reviews of the proposed N49.7 trillion budget for 2025. This decision was revealed by Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, during a meeting with his committee counterparts on Monday. Adeola detailed that an open day for public and stakeholder engagement on the budget is scheduled for Thursday, January 9, where presentations from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) will…

EFCC Sacks 27 Officers Over Fraudulent Activities And Misconduct. In a bold move to uphold integrity, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed 27 officers from its ranks in 2024, as announced by the commission’s spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, in a statement released on Monday in Abuja. The dismissed officers were found guilty of various offences, including fraudulent activities and misconduct, as per the statement. Their removal was recommended by the EFCC’s Staff Disciplinary Committee and subsequently ratified by the Commission’s Chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede. The statement underscored Mr. Olukoyede’s firm stance on maintaining a zero-tolerance policy towards…

INEC Denies Plans To Destroy Unclaimed PVCs Amidst Rumours. In a rapid response to circulating rumours, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has categorically denied any intention to dispose of over six million unclaimed Permanent Voters’ Cards (PVCs). The commission has branded these rumours as “incorrect” and affirmed that no such policy has ever been contemplated. The contentious report had suggested that INEC was considering a drastic measure to withdraw and destroy PVCs that have remained uncollected for ten years, purportedly as one of 208 recommendations following a comprehensive review of the 2023 general elections. This narrative painted the…

JUST-IN: Lagos State To Enforce Single-Use Plastics Ban In Two Weeks The Lagos State Government has declared that it will commence the enforcement of its ban on single-use plastics (SUPs) in just two weeks’ time. The announcement was made by Tokunbo Wahab, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, during his inspection tour which covered flood-prone areas, ongoing projects, and concluded at the Ilubirin Waterfront. The ban, initially announced in December 2024, targets single-use plastics and Styrofoam, following an earlier initiative in January 2024 to phase out Styrofoam usage across the state. This policy aims to combat the…

Trudeau Resigns As Canadian Prime Minister After Nearly A Decade In Office. In a momentous announcement from his residence at Rideau Cottage, Justin Trudeau has declared his intention to step down as both the leader of Canada’s governing Liberal Party and as Prime Minister. The news, which was broadcast live to an audience of 24,649 viewers, marks the end of an era in Canadian politics. During a press conference in Ottawa, Trudeau confirmed he would remain in his current role until a successor is appointed by the Liberal Party. “This country deserves a real choice at the next election,”…

NSC and NRA Unite To Elevate Officiating Standards In Domestic Football League. In what can be described as a bold move to enhance the quality of officiating in Nigeria’s domestic football league, the National Sports Commission (NSC) has engaged with the Nigeria Referees Association (NRA). This initiative was highlighted in a recent meeting between NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko and NRA President Sani Zubairu. Chairman Dikko expressed a strong commitment to improving local sports content, underscoring the pivotal role of referees in the growth of the domestic league. “We are placing so much emphasis on growing our local contents,” Dikko…