Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Gunmen Kill Three In Renewed Assault On Benue’s Yelwata Community. Suspected armed herdsmen launched a fresh attack on Yelwata in Benue State, Nigeria, on Monday morning, resulting in the deaths of three residents and injuries to at least three others. The incident, which occurred around 7am, has reignited fears among locals still recovering from a devastating raid just two months earlier. The assault is part of coordinated attacks that also targeted the nearby Udei community, where gun battles ensued at approximately 5am. Police tactical units engaged the assailants, described as suspected herdsmen bandits, forcing them to retreat after fierce…

President Tinubu Appoints House Speaker Tajudeen Abbas To Lead APC Reconciliation In Bauchi. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, as chairman of a reconciliation committee tasked with resolving internal disputes within the Bauchi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement, made on Sunday, August 10, 2025, reflects the President’s commitment to fostering unity and strengthening the party’s cohesion ahead of future elections. The committee, established following directives from the APC’s national leadership, aims to address longstanding grievances among party stakeholders in Bauchi, promoting harmony and…

Federal Government Launches YouthCred To Empower Young Nigerians With Credit Access. The Federal Government of Nigeria has introduced YouthCred, a national consumer credit scheme targeting Nigerians aged 18–39, including members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), to enhance access to credit and promote financial literacy. Launched in July 2025 under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the programme, managed by the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP), has already reached its 1,000th beneficiary and aims to support 400,000 youths nationwide. YouthCred offers low-interest, collateral-free loans without the need for guarantors, with loan amounts ranging from N5,000 to N5…

Imo State Government Sets 24 July 2025 Deadline To End Open Grazing. The Imo State Government has issued a firm directive to cattle herders, mandating an end to open grazing in the state capital, Owerri, by 24 July 2025. The announcement, aimed at fostering peaceful coexistence and maintaining public order, was made by Dr Anthony Mgbeahurike, the Commissioner for Livestock Development, during a stakeholders’ meeting with cattle breeders and herders in Owerri. The move addresses growing concerns over unchecked grazing practices that have disrupted daily life and strained relations between herders and local farmers. Dr Mgbeahurike emphasised the government’s…

President Tinubu Directs Vice President Shettima To Visit Former Leaders In London Hospitals. President Bola Tinubu has instructed Vice President Kashim Shettima to undertake a significant goodwill mission to London, where he visited two former Nigerian leaders receiving medical treatment. The directive, issued earlier this week, saw Shettima travel from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to check on the health of former President Muhammadu Buhari and former Head of State General Abdulsalami Abubakar, both admitted to hospitals in the British capital. Shettima, who was in Ethiopia to attend the launch of the country’s Green Legacy Initiative at the invitation of Prime…

Geregu Power Posts ₦13 Billion Q2 2025 Profit, Surpassing Forecasts With 61% Year-on-Year Growth. Geregu Power Plc, Nigeria’s pioneering publicly listed power generation company, has announced a robust pre-tax profit of ₦13.297 billion for the second quarter of 2025, marking a significant 61.14% increase compared to the same period in 2024. The unaudited interim financial statements, released on 12 July 2025, reveal that the company not only exceeded its Q2 profit forecast but also demonstrated strong financial resilience amid challenging market conditions. The company reported a remarkable revenue of ₦55.875 billion for Q2 2025, reflecting an 84.72% surge from…

Lagos Council Elections Proceed Smoothly As Sanwo-Olu Lauds LASIEC’s Efficiency. Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed his satisfaction with the peaceful and well-organised conduct of the local government elections held across the state on Saturday, 12 July 2025. The elections, which took place in 20 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs), saw residents voting to elect new chairmen and councillors in a process described as orderly and efficient. Governor Sanwo-Olu, accompanied by his wife, Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, cast his vote at Polling Unit 006, Ward E, St. Stephen’s Nursery and Primary School, Adeniji…

Bauchi State To Embrace New Anthem And Logo In Push For Cultural Pride. Bauchi State is set to introduce its own anthem and official logo, a move aimed at fostering patriotism and celebrating its rich cultural heritage, as announced by the state government on Thursday, 10 July 2025. The initiative, revealed by Commissioner for Information and Communication Usman Shehu Usman during a press briefing following the State Executive Council (SEC) meeting, is designed to instil a sense of unity and pride among residents while reviving the state’s tourism and cultural prominence. The proposed anthem and logo will reflect…

Jannik Sinner Storms Past Novak Djokovic To Secure First Wimbledon Final Berth. World number one Jannik Sinner delivered a commanding performance to defeat seven-time Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic in straight sets, 6-3, 6-3, 6-4, on Friday, 11 July 2025, securing his place in his maiden Wimbledon final. The 23-year-old Italian will now face defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in a highly anticipated showdown on Sunday, setting the stage for a thrilling clash between the sport’s rising stars. Sinner showcased his brilliance on Centre Court, overpowering Djokovic with relentless precision and power. From the outset, the Italian broke Djokovic’s serve early…

Senator Kingibe Of Labour Party Defects To ADC. The Labour Party (LP) is grappling with a deepening crisis following the defection of Senator Ireti Kingibe, who represents the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. The announcement, made during a press conference in Abuja on Saturday, 12 July 2025, has intensified political tensions within the LP, with Kingibe citing the party’s internal divisions as her primary reason for leaving. Senator Kingibe, who was elected under the LP banner in 2023, described her move as a deliberate and strategic decision, asserting…

Nigerian Government Unveils Plan To Combat Food Insecurity Crisis Affecting 161 Million. The Federal Government of Nigeria has raised a critical alarm over the escalating food insecurity crisis, revealing that approximately 161 million Nigerians are currently unable to access sufficient food. The announcement, made during a stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja on Friday, underscores the urgent need for action to avert a deepening food and nutrition crisis across the nation. Alhaji Nuhu Kilishi, Director of the Nutrition and Food Safety Department at the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, highlighted the severity of the situation, noting that only 20…

Labour Party Opens 2027 Presidential Ticket With Commitment To Fair Primaries. The Labour Party (LP) has announced that its presidential ticket for the 2027 Nigerian general election is now open to all aspirants, with a firm pledge to ensure a transparent and impartial selection process. In a press briefing held in Abuja on Friday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Abayomi Arabambi, declared that no politician would be favoured, marking a significant shift in the party’s approach to candidate selection. Arabambi emphasised that the LP will hold primary elections to determine its flagbearer, ensuring a level playing field for all…