Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Nigerian Army Clarifies Chief of Army Staff’s Leave Amid Health Speculations. The Nigerian Army has confirmed that the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, is currently on leave, dismissing rumours that he is incapacitated due to ill health. Army spokesman, Onyema Nwachukwu, made the announcement, stressing that there is no disruption in leadership within the Army. Nwachukwu further clarified that Major General Abdulsalami Ibrahim, Chief of Policy and Plans, is acting on behalf of the COAS during his absence, ensuring a smooth continuation of duties. In a statement, Nwachukwu addressed the concerns about a potential…

Lionel Messi Sets Record With Stunning Hat-trick For Inter Miami. Lionel Messi continues to make history at 37 years old, scoring an extraordinary 11-minute hat-trick in Inter Miami’s 6-2 victory over New England Revolution. This remarkable performance saw Messi surpass Leonardo Campana’s record of 32 goals to become Inter Miami’s all-time top scorer, with 33 goals to his name. Messi’s quickfire hat-trick was the highlight of the match, showcasing his timeless skill and precision. In addition to Messi’s brilliance, Luis Suárez also contributed with a brace, completing the scoring for Inter Miami in a dominant display. The match…

Flamingos Celebrate Second Victory As Harmony Chidi Scores First Goal. Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, celebrated a crucial victory in their second group match of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after Harmony Chidi opened her goal account for the national side. The match, held in New Zealand on Saturday evening, saw the Flamingos defeat Ecuador, with Harmony playing a key role in the win. After a goalless performance in their opening game against the Dominican Republic, the young striker was delighted to finally find the back of the net. Reflecting on her goal, Harmony expressed her joy,…

Sir Chris Hoy Announces Terminal Cancer Diagnosis, Remains Positive. Six-time Olympic cycling champion Sir Chris Hoy has revealed that his cancer is terminal. In an interview with The Sunday Times, the 48-year-old Scotsman disclosed that doctors have given him a life expectancy of two to four years. Sir Chris explained that he was initially diagnosed with prostate cancer, which has now spread to his bones, reaching stage four. Despite the devastating news, the legendary cyclist remains remarkably optimistic. In a message posted on Instagram after the interview, he shared that he is “feeling fit, strong and positive” and expressed…

King Charles Begins Australian Tour With Church Service In Sydney. King Charles and Queen Camilla have begun their six-day tour of Australia by attending a Sunday service at St Thomas’ Anglican Church in northern Sydney. This marks the King’s first visit to Australia since becoming head of state in September 2022, and it is his most significant trip since starting cancer treatment earlier this year. The royal couple was welcomed by a congregation led by the Archbishop of Sydney, the Most Reverend Kanishka Raffel. Following the service, they greeted a crowd of well-wishers, some of whom had queued since…

President Tinubu Returns To Abuja After Two-Week Leave In The UK. President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja following a two-week working leave in the United Kingdom. He arrived at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at around 7:20 pm, where he was welcomed by senior members of his administration. The President departed for his working vacation on 2 October, as part of his annual leave, according to a statement from his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. During his leave, Tinubu made a brief visit to Paris on 11 October for an undisclosed…

Arsenal’s Unbeaten Run Ends With 2-0 Defeat At Bournemouth. Arsenal missed the opportunity to top the Premier League after a surprising 2-0 defeat to Bournemouth in Saturday’s late fixture. The loss brought an end to the Gunners’ unbeaten start to the season. Mikel Arteta’s side was reduced to 10 men in the first half when William Saliba was shown a red card for a last-man tackle. Despite a solid performance in the early stages, the sending-off shifted the balance in Bournemouth’s favour. The Cherries capitalised on their numerical advantage in the second half, opening the scoring through Ryan…

Boeing Strikers Set To Vote On 35% Pay Rise Offer Amid Ongoing Dispute. Boeing has proposed a 35% pay rise over four years to its striking machinists, in an effort to end a month-long strike that has brought the company’s production to a halt. Approximately 33,000 unionised workers, mainly based in Seattle, will vote on Wednesday to decide whether to accept the new contract offer. The workers, who have been on strike since 14th September, are responsible for the production of Boeing’s 737 MAX, 767, and 777 planes. The strike has significantly impacted the company’s operations, leading Boeing to…

Trump Claims China Would Not Dare Challenge Him. Former US President Donald Trump has declared that China would not provoke him if he were re-elected, stating that President Xi Jinping respects him because of his unpredictable nature. Speaking to the Wall Street Journal, Trump said that his strong relationship with the Chinese leader would prevent any aggressive moves, including a potential blockade of Taiwan. Trump outlined his approach, saying he would impose significant tariffs on China should it attempt any actions against Taiwan. “If you go into Taiwan, I’m going to tax you at 150% to 200%,” Trump remarked,…

WAFU U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Determined To Recover From Defeat, Says Zubairu. Flying Eagles head coach, Aliyu Zubairu, has assured fans that his team will recover from their disappointing 1-0 loss to Burkina Faso at the WAFU B U-20 Championship. The defending champions struggled in their opening fixture, with the Young Stallions dominating the match. Reflecting on the defeat, Zubairu admitted his team was outplayed but remains confident they will bounce back. The Flying Eagles now face a must-win situation in their final group match against Côte d’Ivoire to keep their hopes of reaching the semi-finals alive. “Burkina…

Jigawa Commissioner Suspended Amid Alleged Affair Investigation. The Jigawa State Government has suspended Auwalu Sankara, the Commissioner for Special Duties, following allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a married woman in an uncompleted building. The suspension was announced on Saturday by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Bala Ibrahim, who confirmed that Governor Malam Umar A. Namadi had approved the decision. This action, according to Ibrahim, is to allow for a thorough investigation into the claims brought forward by Kano State’s Hisbah Commission. In the official statement, Ibrahim explained that the suspension was a precautionary measure to…

Afenifere Warns Of Security Risks From Skyrocketing Energy Prices. The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has raised concerns about the negative impact of rising energy costs on Nigeria’s economy, health, and security. In a statement issued on Saturday, the group highlighted the severe consequences of the escalating prices of fuel, gas, and electricity. Currently, a litre of petrol costs between N1,000 and N1,400, while a kilogram of cooking gas sells for about N1,500. These prices represent a sharp increase from 2023, when petrol was priced at N197 per litre and gas was about half its current cost. Afenifere’s National…