Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Insecurity: We Will Not Rest Until Nigerians Are Safe, Says Matawalle. The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has reassured the people of the North West that the Federal Government remains fully committed to restoring peace and security across the region and the entire country. Matawalle made this promise during a comprehensive security assessment tour of Sokoto State, held as part of the government’s efforts to tackle insecurity in Northern Nigeria. Matawalle highlighted that the government is conducting a detailed security assessment to evaluate the safety of Nigerians, stressing that efforts to secure the nation will…

New Bill Proposed In Nigeria To Require Tax Identification Number For Financial Services. In a significant development, a new bill has been proposed in Nigeria that aims to enhance transparency and tax compliance in the financial sector. The bill, if passed, will mandate that individuals involved in banking, insurance, stock-broking, or other financial services must provide a Tax Identification Number (TIN) as a precondition for opening a new account or operating an existing one. This move is part of a broader effort by the Nigerian government to improve tax collection and reduce the incidence of tax evasion. The requirement…

Onyeka Okoro Optimistic About Niger Tornadoes’ Chances Ahead Of Bendel Insurance Clash. Niger Tornadoes’ midfield maestro, Onyeka Okoro, has voiced his optimism about the team’s chances as they prepare to face Bendel Insurance FC in a crucial Matchday 6 encounter on Sunday. The game will take place at the Bako Kontagora Stadium, Minna, with Tornadoes eager to secure a positive result. Okoro, who has been a key figure in the team’s recent performances, is confident that Niger Tornadoes are ready for the challenge. “We’ve been working hard in training to improve our game,” he shared, emphasising the team’s efforts…

Flying Eagles Set To Depart For WAFU B U-20 Championship In Togo Nigeria’s Flying Eagles are set to depart for Lome, Togo, on Tuesday, 15th October, as they gear up for the WAFU B U-20 Championship. The team, led by coach Aliyu Zubairu, has been in camp at Ikenne, Ogun State, putting the final touches on their preparations for the tournament. As the defending champions, the Flying Eagles will arrive in Togo two days before the competition begins on Thursday, 17th October. The hosts, Togo, will kick off the tournament with a match against Benin Republic in the opening…

Erling Haaland Breaks Norway’s All-Time Goalscoring Record In Nations League Victory. Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has made history by becoming Norway’s all-time leading goalscorer at the age of 24, after scoring twice in their UEFA Nations League win against Slovenia. Haaland’s first goal of the match brought him level with Jørgen Juve’s long-standing record of 33 international goals, a mark that had stood since the 1930s. Haaland then sealed his place in history by netting his 34th international goal in the second half, breaking the record outright. Juve, who played as a forward before transitioning to a…

Lee Carsley’s Tactical Gamble Backfires As England Fall To Greece At Wembley. England’s interim manager, Lee Carsley, took a major risk in his team selection against Greece in the UEFA Nations League match at Wembley, and it ended in disappointment with a 2-1 loss. This defeat, marked by a disorganised and over-attacking approach, could potentially damage his prospects of succeeding Gareth Southgate as the permanent manager. With two victories from two Nations League matches under his belt, Carsley might have opted for a cautious strategy. However, he took a bold decision, opting for an attack-heavy game plan that saw…

Bill For Armed Federal Road Safety Corps Passes Second Reading In House Of Representatives. A bill proposing the establishment of a special armed squad within the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has successfully passed its second reading at the House of Representatives. The legislation seeks to empower the FRSC by allowing its officers to carry arms, improving their ability to ensure road safety and effectively carry out their duties across the country. The bill also includes additional provisions aimed at enhancing the overall operational capacity of the agency, positioning it to better manage road safety challenges and enforce traffic…

SWAN Commends Security Operatives For The Release Of Kidnapped Sports Journalists. The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has confirmed the release of several sports journalists who were abducted while travelling to cover the first leg of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier between the Super Eagles and the Mediterranean Knights of Libya in Uyo. In a press release issued by SWAN’s National Secretariat, the association’s president, Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, expressed relief at the successful rescue of the journalists. SWAN had been in close contact with authorities since the journalists were kidnapped near the Anambra/Imo border. The…

Sports Crew Attacked And Kidnapped En Route To AFCON Qualifier Match In Uyo, One Casualty Confirmed. A media crew from DSTV, travelling to Uyo for the coverage of an AFCON qualifying match, was attacked and kidnapped along the Isseke-Orlu Road in Ihiala. One casualty has tragically been confirmed, while joint security forces have successfully rescued six of the abducted individuals. According to a statement released by SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Anambra State Police Command, operations are ongoing to secure the rescue of the seventh crew member, who remains in captivity. The attack occurred…

Court Of Appeal Dismisses Governor Fubara’s Appeal On Rivers State Budget Dispute. The Court of Appeal in Abuja has dismissed an appeal by Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, challenging a lower court ruling that nullified the passage of the state’s N800 billion 2024 budget. The decision was delivered on Thursday by a three-member panel of justices, led by Justice Oyewole, who upheld the earlier judgment of the Federal High Court in Abuja. In a unanimous decision, the court affirmed the January 22 ruling by Justice James Omotosho, which nullified the passage of the budget by four members of the…

Atiku Criticises Tinubu’s Fuel Subsidy Approach Amidst Rising Hardship In Nigeria. Former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has attributed Nigeria’s current economic crisis to the mismanagement of the fuel subsidy by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In a statement on Thursday, Atiku expressed concern over what he described as the government’s “haphazard approach” to handling the subsidy, leading to severe economic hardship for Nigerians. Atiku’s comments follow the recent hike in the pump price of petrol by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). The price of fuel has surged from…

Sanwo-Olu Engages Turkish Construction Giant For Lekki-Epe Airport Project. Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is currently on a working visit to Istanbul, Turkey, where he is leading a delegation to explore potential collaboration with Summa Group, a major player in the global construction sector. The focus of the discussions is the Lekki-Epe International Airport project, a key infrastructure initiative aimed at improving connectivity in Lagos State. The visit was announced via the X account of the Lagos Governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, on Wednesday, 9th October. The post highlighted the Governor’s efforts to engage with…