Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Chelsea Triumph Over Fluminense To Secure Spot In 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Final. Chelsea FC delivered a commanding performance at MetLife Stadium, defeating Brazilian side Fluminense 2-0 in the semifinal of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, securing their place in the final. New signing João Pedro emerged as the hero, scoring two stunning goals on his full debut against his boyhood club, propelling the Blues to a showdown against either Real Madrid or Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday, July 13. A Dominant Display Led by João Pedro Chelsea, under the guidance of head coach Enzo Maresca, showcased their…

CBN Tightens Banking Oversight With End To Forbearance And New Capital Restoration Plans. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced the termination of all COVID-19-era regulatory forbearance measures, effective 30 June 2025, and directed banks to submit detailed Capital Restoration Plans (CRPs) by 14 July 2025. The move, outlined in a circular signed by Dr Olubukola Akinwunmi, Director of Banking Supervision, signals the CBN’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s banking sector as part of its ongoing recapitalisation programme. The forbearance measures, introduced during the pandemic to ease financial pressures on banks, included waivers on Single Obligor Limits (SOL) and…

Labour Party Faction Led By Julius Abure Converge To Expel Peter Obi Over ADC Coalition Alignment. A faction of the Labour Party (LP), led by Julius Abure, has announced plans to expel its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, for his involvement with a new opposition coalition backed by the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The decision, revealed by Abayomi Arabambi, the faction’s National Publicity Secretary, was made public during an interview on Channels Television’s *The Morning Brief* on Tuesday, 8 July 2025. Arabambi accused Obi of engaging in anti-party activities by aligning with the ADC-led coalition, which includes prominent figures…

Kuda Technologies Processes ₦14.3 Trillion in Transactions In Q1 2025, Signals Robust Growth. Lagos, Nigeria – Kuda Technologies, Nigeria’s leading digital bank, has reported a staggering N14.3 trillion in transactions processed across over 300 million dealings in the first quarter of 2025, underscoring its rapid expansion and growing influence in the fintech sector. The announcement, made during a media briefing in Lagos on Monday, highlights the bank’s pivotal role in driving financial inclusion and digital banking in Africa’s largest economy. Babs Ogundeyi, Kuda’s chief executive officer, provided a detailed breakdown of the figures, revealing that retail banking users contributed…

BREAKING: US Limits Nigerians’ Non-Immigrant Visas To Three-Month Validity, One-Time Entry. In a notable policy shift, the United States Department of State has introduced new restrictions on non-immigrant visas for Nigerian citizens, effective as of 8 July 2025. According to the US Embassy in Nigeria, most non-immigrant and non-diplomatic visas issued to Nigerians will now be valid for a single entry with a maximum duration of three months. This change, part of a reciprocal visa policy review, aims to align travel regulations between the two nations while preserving their robust bilateral relationship. The US Embassy clarified that visas issued…

Breaking: ASUU Calls Off Nationwide Strike After Federal Government Settles June Salaries. The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has suspended its nationwide strike, bringing relief to students and parents across Nigeria. The decision follows the Federal Government’s prompt payment of the outstanding June 2025 salaries to university lecturers, which had triggered the industrial action. On Monday, ASUU directed its members to withdraw services due to delays in salary payments, citing its “No Pay, No Work” policy. The strike, which began affecting federal universities such as the University of Jos and the University of Abuja, disrupted academic activities and…

Anambra Student Achieves Record-Breaking JAMB Score Of 375. A remarkable feat has been celebrated at the 2025 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Policy Meeting in Abuja, where Okeke Chinedu Christian, a student from Anambra State, was announced as the highest scorer in this year’s Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The JAMB Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, revealed that Okeke secured an outstanding 375 out of a possible 400 marks, setting a new benchmark for academic excellence in Nigeria. Addressing education stakeholders, including university vice-chancellors and polytechnic rectors, Professor Oloyede praised Okeke’s exceptional performance, noting that it reflects the potential…

Nigerian Government Sets 16 As Minimum Age For Tertiary Institution Entry. The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially established 16 years as the minimum age for admission into tertiary institutions, a significant policy shift aimed at standardising the education system. This decision, announced by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), will take effect from the 2024 academic year, allowing candidates who are 16 years old to be considered for admission. However, the policy will transition to a minimum age of 18 starting from the 2025/2026 academic session. This development follows extensive consultations with stakeholders during JAMB’s annual Policy…

Meet Kazuyoshi Miura, A 58 Year Old Still Playing Professional Football With Atletico Suzuka In Japan’s Fourth Tier. Kazuyoshi Miura, affectionately known as “King Kazu,” has once again captured the imagination of football fans worldwide by continuing his remarkable career at the age of 58. The Japanese striker, currently playing for Atletico Suzuka in Japan’s fourth division, marked his 40th season as a professional footballer with a starting appearance in a recent match against Veertien Mie, playing the first 45 minutes in a display of enduring passion and resilience. Miura’s journey began in 1986 when, at just 15 years…

Breaking: Devastating Flood Submerges Over 500 Homes In Kogi Community. A catastrophic flood has wreaked havoc in Kabba, the headquarters of Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area in Kogi State, Nigeria, destroying over 500 homes and leaving countless families displaced. The disaster, reported on 8 July 2025, followed three days of relentless rainfall that caused streams and brooks to overflow, inundating communities with devastating consequences. The Idde-Iyah community in Kabba metropolis was among the hardest hit, with homes, places of worship, and livelihoods swept away by the deluge. Chief Obahunlewo, the Obaladugbo of Ekiri Quarter and a retired police officer, lost his…

Nigerian Meteorological Agency Issues Urgent Flood Alert For July. The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a critical flood alert for July 2025, cautioning residents in 20 states, including Sokoto, Lagos, Edo, and Benue, about the heightened risk of flash flooding. The warning, announced on Monday, highlights the potential for severe weather events as the rainy season intensifies across the country. According to NiMet’s latest flash flood risk alert, Sokoto State faces a particularly high risk of flash floods due to the onset of heavy rainfall. Other states identified as having a notable risk include Kaduna, Zamfara, Yobe, Bauchi,…

Lagos State Unveils Commencement Dates For Seven New Laws. Lagos State Government has officially announced the commencement dates for seven bills recently signed into law by Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, marking a significant step in advancing governance and socio-economic development across the state. The announcement, made public on 4 July 2025, underscores the administration’s commitment to enhancing the welfare of Lagosians through robust legal frameworks. The newly assented laws, passed by the Lagos State House of Assembly, include the Lagos State Electricity Law, 2025; Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (Amendment) Law, 2025; Lagos State Environmental Management and Protection…