Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Jay-Jay Okocha — former captain of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, geh-geh (dribble) maestro, and one of football’s most celebrated African midfielders — is once again making headlines after being named the greatest African footballer of all time by Brazilian legend, Zico. Here is a look at why Okocha’s legacy continues to resonate, and why many now regard him as Africa’s finest football export ever. Why Zico and Others Call Okocha the Greatest Unmatched flair and creativity — Okocha’s playing style has always stood out for its sheer brilliance. He combined dribbling (geh-geh) wizardry, close control, quick feet, and an…

Nigerians living in the Diaspora have renewed calls for urgent and comprehensive government intervention to resolve long-standing difficulties associated with obtaining National Identification Numbers (NIN), and Nigerian passports abroad. Despite various reforms introduced by the government in recent years, many Nigerians overseas say the challenges have persisted — and in some countries, worsened — creating significant disruptions in their daily lives. The demand was made by three prominent Diaspora groups: the International Advocacy for Human Rights and Anti-Corruption (IAHRAC), Concerned Nigerians in Germany, and the Nigeria Business Forum, Switzerland. In a joint statement issued on Monday, the groups urged the…

On 1 December 2025, the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), announced the appointment of Jane Osuji as its new Service Public Relations Officer — marking the first time a woman has held the post in the agency’s history. The appointment was approved by the Controller-General of NCoS, Sylvester Nwakuche, following the retirement of the former spokesperson. Who is Jane Osuji? Jane Osuji hails from Owerri North Local Government Area of Imo State. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Public Relations and Advertising from Lagos State University (LASU). She also holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Ladoke Akintola University…

Nigeria’s Defence Minister, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has resigned his appointment, with immediate effect, marking a significant development in the Nigeria’s security landscape. In a letter dated December 1, 2025, addressed to President Bola Tinubu, Abubakar cited health grounds as the reason for stepping down. President Tinubu has accepted the resignation and expressed his gratitude to Abubakar for his dedicated service to the nation. A statement from the Presidency indicated that President Tinubu will likely inform the Senate of Badaru’s successor later this week, signaling a prompt transition at the helm of the Defence Ministry. Background: A Seasoned Public Servant…

The Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), says Governor Ademola Adeleke may no longer be interested in contesting for the party’s governorship ticket ahead of the 2026 election — a development arising from the deepening crisis engulfing the PDP at the national level. Speaking with journalists in Osogbo on Monday, the State Chairman of the PDP, Mr. Sunday Bisi, revealed that although Governor Adeleke had fulfilled every requirement stipulated in the party’s nomination timetable, the worsening internal turmoil has made it impossible to conduct the PDP governorship primary earlier scheduled for December 2, 2025. Adeleke Fully Complied…

In a development that has caught many by surprise, former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa was spotted arriving at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa on Monday for a meeting with President Bola Tinubu. General Musa — who was relieved of his post by President Tinubu on 24 October 2025 — showed up at the State House around 7:03 pm, and was led straight into the President’s office area by a senior security official. According to press reports, the meeting is the first public engagement between the former CDS and President Tinubu since Musa’s exit. As of now,…

The Kogi State government has issued a stern advisory for worship centres in attack-prone areas to consider relocating due to rising insecurity. This directive comes in the wake of a brazen attack on a Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, Yagba West Local Government Area, which occurred on Sunday during an early morning service. Gunmen broke into the church, abducting the pastor, his wife, and several worshippers, sparking fear and concern among residents and religious leaders across the state. This incident marks the first major attack on a church in Kogi following the high-profile abduction of worshippers from Christ Apostolic…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has revealed a significant drop in rice prices across the market, stating that he is personally ready to sell Lagos-produced rice for ₦57,000 to ₦58,000 per 50kg bag. Speaking at the 60th Annual Bankers’ Dinner of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria in Lagos on Friday, the governor highlighted the falling price of rice as evidence that the country’s inflation outlook is improving. “Clear examples: about this time last year, we were struggling to buy a bag of rice. Today, in the same country, in the same market, the price of a 50kg bag…

Nigeria’s consumption of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, reached 56.74 million litres per day in October, according to a new factsheet released by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The latest data offers a comprehensive view of our fuel demand, supply balance, and refinery performance over the past year, highlighting both progress and persistent challenges in Nigeria’s evolving energy sector. Breakdown of October PMS Supply The factsheet shows that out of the 56.74 million litres consumed daily in October: 27.6 million litres were imported, and 17.08 million litres came from local refineries. The data…

Nigeria has officially launched the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), National Biometric Identity Card (ENBIC), a pivotal step aimed at strengthening regional integration, modernising identity management, and bolstering security across the sub-region. The unveiling took place at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja, where Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo led the ceremony before an audience of government officials, diplomats, and representatives from ECOWAS institutions. A New Era of Identity Management Describing the rollout as “a powerful new beginning,” Tunji-Ojo said the ENBIC signals Nigeria’s commitment to a harmonised, secure regional identity system aligned with global best practices. The…

Nigeria generated ₦4.76 trillion from company income tax (CIT), in the first half of 2025, according to newly released data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This marks a significant rise from the ₦3.45 trillion recorded in the same period of 2024 — representing a 38% year-on-year increase and signalling stronger corporate profitability across key domestic sectors. CIT, a central component of government revenue, is levied on the profits of both local and foreign companies operating in Nigeria. The latest figures show not only a broad recovery in corporate earnings but also a shifting balance in tax contributions between…

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has declared Friday, November 28, 2025, a work-free day across the state in honour of the late globally respected Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi. The announcement comes as the state and the wider Muslim community continue to mourn the passing of the revered cleric, who died in the early hours of Thursday at the age of 98. Governor Mohammed had earlier confirmed the scholar’s death and described it as a monumental loss to Nigeria, the Muslim world, and humanity. Final Moments of the Scholar Findings by our correspondent reveal that Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi passed…