Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Nigerian Army Neutralises Five Bandits In Zamfara. Troops of Operation Hadarin Daji have successfully neutralised five bandits during a fierce gunfight in Mararaban Kyaware, Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The incident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, according to a report by counter-terrorism expert, Zagazola Makama. Makama disclosed that the troops, acting on intelligence, engaged the bandits in a well-coordinated operation. After an intense battle, the soldiers overpowered the attackers, forcing the surviving bandits to flee with injuries. Several other bandits were also reported to have been wounded during the clash. This operation comes just…

Minister Of Aviation Urges Airlines To Use Local Caterers For On-Board Meals. Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has issued a directive to airlines, urging them to patronise local caterers for the preparation of on-board meals. The directive, announced via the Minister’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, aims to support local businesses and ensure that the benefits of Nigeria’s large population and air traffic are channelled into the country’s economy. Keyamo clarified that the directive does not mean airlines are required to serve traditional Nigerian dishes, but rather that local caterers are capable of preparing any meal according to the…

Tragedy Strikes As Petrol Tanker Explosion Claims 90 Lives In Jigawa. In a tragic incident, at least 90 people have lost their lives following an explosion involving a petrol-laden tanker on the Kano-Hadejia expressway in Jigawa State. The explosion occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, 16th October, in Majiya village, located in the Taura Local Government Area. According to the Jigawa State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Lawal Adams, the victims were reportedly scooping petrol from the tanker when the explosion occurred. The tanker, which was transporting petrol from Port Harcourt to Nguru in Yobe State, lost control and…

African Union Tasks CAF To Investigate Incident Involving Nigerian Football Team Stranded In Libya. According to reports from CAF, officials from the African Union have contacted both Libyan and Nigerian authorities after the Nigerian football team and its officials were left stranded at a Libyan airport. The team had been directed to the airport by Libyan authorities but found themselves unable to proceed further. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has now launched an investigation into the incident. A nine-member Disciplinary Board has been tasked with examining all the circumstances surrounding the situation, with the aim of determining any violations…

Thomas Tuchel Confirmed As New England Head Coach Starting January 2025. In an official announcement, Thomas Tuchel has been confirmed as the new head coach of the England national football team, beginning his tenure in January 2025. The  FA Statement reads: “We’re delighted to announce that UEFA Champions League winner Thomas Tuchel is the new England senior men’s head coach and will be assisted by internationally renowned English coach Anthony Barry”. The former Chelsea and Bayern manager expressed his pride and enthusiasm for the role, highlighting his strong connection to English football. “I am very proud to have…

Israel Launches Air Strikes On Beirut For The First Time In Five Days. In a significant escalation, Israel has resumed air strikes on Beirut, targeting what it describes as “strategic weapons” hidden by Hezbollah in the southern Dahieh region. The strikes on Wednesday mark the first time in five days that the Israeli military has hit the Lebanese capital amid growing tensions in the region. Lebanese authorities have reported at least 18 deaths in the eastern and southern parts of the country as Israel continues its bombardment. These strikes are part of the broader conflict between Israel and Hezbollah,…

Abia Warriors Captain Confident Ahead Of Nasarawa United Clash. Abia Warriors captain, Augustine Njoku, has expressed his team’s determination to secure a victory as they face Nasarawa United in Lafia. Njoku affirmed that the squad is focused on building on their recent success and will be going into the match with high confidence. Imama Amapakabo’s side is buoyed by their 1-0 home win against Kwara United last weekend, and Njoku believes that momentum will carry them forward in their upcoming fixture. Speaking ahead of the encounter, the skipper stressed that the team’s goal is to maintain their winning form…

Enyimba Must Be Ready For A Tough Battle Against Niger Tornadoes, Warns Coach Olanrewaju. Enyimba’s head coach, Yemi Olanrewaju, has cautioned his team to prepare for a challenging encounter as they face Niger Tornadoes in their upcoming Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match. Olanrewaju expressed his awareness of Tornadoes’ impressive away form this season, highlighting the need for his side to remain vigilant. Niger Tornadoes, known as the Ikon Allah Boys, have won two out of their three away fixtures so far, with just one loss on the road. This strong away record makes them formidable opponents as they…

Police Arrest Over 10,000 Suspects In Nationwide Crackdown The Nigerian Police Force has announced the arrest of 10,852 suspects across the country in the last three months, in a major effort to curb criminal activities. This was disclosed by the Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, during a meeting with senior officers from the rank of Commissioner upwards on Tuesday. The suspects were apprehended between July and September, and the crimes they are accused of include kidnapping, banditry, and armed robbery. According to the IGP, significant recoveries were made during the operations, with a total of 416 firearms, 3,672 rounds…

Tensions Escalate As North Korea Accuses South Korea Of Drone Incursions. Tensions between North and South Korea have surged once again, with North Korea accusing its southern neighbour of flying drones into its capital, Pyongyang. The North claims that these drones scattered propaganda leaflets over the city, in what it describes as a deliberate provocation, warning that such actions could lead to “armed conflict and even war.” On Friday, Pyongyang issued a stark warning, ordering its border troops to be prepared to open fire. In response, South Korea stated it was fully prepared to defend itself, with a stern…

Rwanda Upsets Benin Republic, Further Complicates Libya’s AFCON Group D Campaign. In a surprising turn of events, Rwanda defeated the Cheetahs of Benin 2-1 at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali during a crucial Group D AFCON qualifier on Tuesday. This victory has worsened Libya’s position in the group, while keeping Rwanda’s hopes alive for qualification. The win puts Rwanda in third place with 5 points, adding further pressure on a struggling Libya, who sit at the bottom with just 1 point. Nigeria continues to lead the group with 7 points, having scored 4 goals without conceding any, while Benin…

Thomas Tuchel Set To Become New England Manager. Former Chelsea and Bayern Munich boss, Thomas Tuchel, has reached an agreement to take over as the new England manager. The terms have been finalised, and the contract is expected to be signed imminently, with an official statement due to be released in the coming days according to report by Romano Fabrizio. Tuchel first expressed his interest in the England managerial role in July, and after months of speculation, the deal is now complete. The German tactician is poised to replace Gareth Southgate, with his unveiling as the new head coach…