Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Anambra Assembly Summons PDP Lawmaker Over Social Media Allegations. The Anambra State House of Assembly has summoned Hon. Bernard Udemezue, the lawmaker representing Ayamelum Constituency, to address controversial social media posts in which he alleged marginalisation in the distribution of constituency allowances. The decision was made during a plenary session in Awka on Tuesday, 19 August 2025, with the House describing the posts as “damaging content” that threatened its reputation and the safety of its members. Udemezue, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who notably arrived at the Assembly in a tricycle to highlight his constituency’s challenges,…

Vice President Shettima Leads Condolence Visit To Kogi Governor Ododo. Vice President Kashim Shettima led a high-level federal delegation to Kogi State on Wednesday, 20 August 2025, to offer condolences to Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo following the passing of his father, Alhaji Ahmed Momohsani Ododo. The patriarch, aged 83, died on Monday, 18 August, and was laid to rest in his hometown of Upogoro, Okene Local Government Area, in accordance with Islamic rites. Upon arrival at Obajana Airstrip, Shettima was warmly received by Kogi’s Deputy Governor, Comrade Joel Salifu, alongside other senior officials. The delegation, which included Borno State…

Adamawa Governor Fintiri Reunites 14 Abducted Children With Families In Yola. Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has overseen the emotional reunion of 14 children with their families in Yola, following their rescue from a trafficking syndicate in Anambra State. The handover ceremony, conducted on Wednesday, 20 August 2025, was led by Deputy Governor Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, who represented Fintiri, currently abroad, at the Deputy Governor’s Office in the state capital. The children, aged between 4 and 9, were abducted from various communities in Adamawa, primarily from Jambutu Ward in Yola North Local Government Area. Farauta revealed that…

Cristiano Ronaldo And Georgina Rodríguez Tie the Knot In Star-Studded Ceremony. Global football icon Cristiano Ronaldo and his long-time partner, Georgina Rodríguez, have officially married, marking a new chapter in their nine-year love story. The couple, who announced their engagement on 11 August 2025, exchanged vows in a lavish ceremony in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Wednesday, 20 August 2025, surrounded by family, friends, and a host of celebrities. The wedding, described as one of the most anticipated events of the year, celebrated their enduring bond and shared commitment to their family. The ceremony took place at a luxurious venue…

Arsenal Secure Blockbuster Signing Of Eberechi Eze From Crystal Palace. Arsenal have clinched a sensational deal to sign Crystal Palace’s star midfielder Eberechi Eze, outmanoeuvring rivals Tottenham Hotspur in a dramatic transfer saga. The agreement, finalised on Wednesday, 20 August 2025, is worth around £60 million plus £7.5 million in add-ons, matching the value of Eze’s expired £68 million release clause. The 27-year-old England international is set to undergo a medical with the Gunners after featuring in Palace’s Europa Conference League play-off against Fredrikstad on Thursday, marking a major coup for Mikel Arteta’s squad. The transfer, orchestrated by…

Ethiopian Airlines Boosts Abuja Connectivity With New Flights From October 2025. Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier, has announced plans to enhance its operations in Nigeria by introducing three additional weekly flights to Abuja, starting 28 October 2025. The announcement, made by the airline’s Nigeria Area Manager, Mrs Firiehiwot Mekonnen, underscores the airline’s commitment to meeting the growing travel demands in the Nigerian capital and supporting its emergence as a hub for international conferences and events. The new evening flights, operating at 10 p.m. from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, will complement the existing daily midday service, bringing the total to ten…

Beloved TV Judge Frank Caprio Passes Away At 88 After Courageous Cancer Battle. Frank Caprio, the cherished Rhode Island judge whose compassionate courtroom moments captured hearts worldwide through his reality TV show *Caught in Providence*, has died at the age of 88. His family confirmed the news on Wednesday, 20 August 2025, stating that he passed away peacefully after a valiant fight against pancreatic cancer. The announcement, shared via Caprio’s official Instagram account, sparked an outpouring of tributes from fans and dignitaries alike, celebrating his legacy of kindness and empathy. Caprio, who served as Chief Judge of the Providence…

Nigeria Mourns Loss Of Consul General In Cameroon, Ambassador Taofik Obasanjo Coker. The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the passing of Ambassador Taofik Obasanjo Coker, Nigeria’s Consul General in Buea, Cameroon. The 59-year-old diplomat died on Saturday, 16 August 2025, following a brief illness, leaving behind a legacy of dedicated service to his nation. The announcement was made on Wednesday, 20 August, in a statement by the ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, who described Coker’s death as a profound loss to Nigeria’s diplomatic community. Ambassador Coker, appointed as Consul General in Buea in April 2024, assumed his…

Senegal Overpower D’Tigers 91-75 To End Nigeria’s AfroBasket Dreams. Nigeria’s D’Tigers suffered a crushing defeat in the quarter-finals of the 2025 FIBA AfroBasket Championship, falling 91-75 to a dominant Senegal side on Wednesday at the Pavilhão Multiusos de Luanda in Angola. The loss abruptly ended Nigeria’s hopes of reclaiming the continental title they last won in 2015, leaving fans and players disheartened after a promising campaign. The Nigerian team, led by head coach Mohammed Abdulrahman, entered the match unbeaten, having topped Group B with commanding victories over Madagascar (77-59), Tunisia (87-66), and Cameroon (99-90). However, Senegal, five-time AfroBasket champions,…

Tinubu Urges UN Security Council Reform For African Representation At TICAD9. President Bola Tinubu has called for significant reforms to the United Nations Security Council, advocating for Africa to secure two permanent seats with full privileges. Speaking at the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Yokohama, Japan, on Wednesday, the Nigerian leader stressed that the continent’s quest for equitable representation is both just and overdue. He also argued for additional non-permanent seats, aligning with the Ezulwini Consensus and Sirte Declaration, which reflect Africa’s long-standing position on global governance reform. Addressing the plenary session on peace and…

Naira Marley Alleges Mohbad Used Mother-in-Law’s Account For Payments. Nigerian music executive Azeez Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley, has sparked controversy with claims that the late singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, known as Mohbad, used his mother-in-law’s bank account to receive payments. The revelation, made in a tell-all YouTube interview on 20 August 2025, has reignited public interest in the circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s life and death. Marley recounted that on 21 December 2020, Mohbad sent him bank details under the name Adesanya Justina Olajumoke, insisting it was his account for receiving payments. Marley later discovered the account belonged…

Nigerian Government Closes Over 13 Million Social Media Accounts For Offensive Content. The Nigerian Federal Government has taken bold steps to regulate the digital space, shutting down approximately 13,597,057 social media accounts across platforms such as TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and X. The mass closure, announced on 20 August 2025, targets accounts deemed to have violated Nigeria’s Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms due to offensive content and breaches of conduct. According to the Code of Practice 2024 Compliance Report, jointly prepared by major tech companies including Google, Microsoft, and TikTok, a staggering 58,909,112 pieces of offensive content…