Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Breaking: Liverpool Star Diogo Jota And Brother Killed In Car Crash. Liverpool forward Diogo Jota, aged 28, and his brother André Silva, 26, have tragically died in a car accident in the Spanish province of Zamora, authorities confirmed. The incident occurred at approximately 00:30 local time on Thursday, plunging the football world into mourning. According to the Guardia Civil, the brothers were travelling in a Lamborghini when a tyre blow-out caused the vehicle to veer off the road while overtaking another car. The vehicle subsequently caught fire, resulting in the deaths of both Jota and Silva. Jota, a…

Nigeria Enforces Cybercrimes Act To Bolster Online Safety And Accountability. The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially enacted the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, bringing its provisions into full force across the nation. Announced on 3rd July 2025, this landmark legislation aims to regulate digital activities, curb cybercrime, and promote responsible online behaviour among users, content creators, and administrators of digital platforms. The Cybercrimes Act outlines several key offences with significant penalties to ensure accountability in the digital space. Unauthorised access to devices, such as phones or computers, now carries a penalty of up to five years’ imprisonment. Similarly,…

Nigeria And Saint Lucia Forge New Partnership With Technical Manpower Agreement. Nigeria has taken a significant step towards strengthening ties with the Caribbean by signing a Technical Manpower Assistance (TMA) agreement with Saint Lucia. The landmark deal, formalised on 2nd July 2025 in Castries, Saint Lucia, will see skilled Nigerian professionals, including teachers, doctors, and agriculturists, deployed to the Caribbean nation to bolster South-South cooperation and reconnect with the African diaspora. The agreement was signed by Hon. Yusuf Buba Yakub, Director-General of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps, on behalf of Nigeria, and Janelle Modeste-Stephen, Acting Permanent Secretary of…

Victor Osimhen Faces Uncertain Future As Napoli’s Conte Plans Training Exclusion. SSC Napoli manager Antonio Conte is poised to exclude Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen from first-team training upon his return to the Italian club, following the conclusion of his successful loan spell at Galatasaray. The decision, reported on 3rd July 2025, marks a significant development in the ongoing saga surrounding the 26-year-old forward’s future with the Serie A champions. Osimhen, who played a pivotal role in Napoli’s 2023 Serie A title triumph, spent the 2024-25 season on loan at Galatasaray, where he delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 37…

Lagos State Reopens Teaching Recruitment Portal To Boost Employment. The Lagos State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) has relaunched its recruitment portal, marking a significant step towards enhancing access to teaching opportunities across the state. The initiative, announced at a press briefing, reflects the state’s commitment to fostering equity, fairness, and inclusivity in its teaching workforce. Mrs. Victoria Mopelola Peregrino, TESCOM Chairman, highlighted the portal’s user-friendly design and its focus on inclusivity, ensuring that young people, individuals with disabilities, and other marginalised groups have equal access to job opportunities. “This portal stands out for its accessibility and commitment to creating…

Baltasar Engonga Sentenced To 18 Years For Embezzlement In Equatorial Guinea. Baltasar Ebang Engonga, the former Director-General of Equatorial Guinea’s National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF), has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for embezzling government funds. The verdict, delivered by a court in Malabo on 2 July 2025, marks a significant development in a case that has gripped the nation and drawn international attention due to its political and social ramifications. Engonga, a great-nephew of President Teodoro Obiang Nguema, was found guilty following an investigation that uncovered substantial sums of money traced to secret accounts linked to him.…

President Tinubu Replaces NYSC Director-General In Strategic Leadership Shake-Up. President Bola Tinubu has made a significant change in the leadership of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), removing Brigadier General Yusha’u Dogara Ahmed as Director-General and appointing Brigadier General Nafiu Olakunle as his replacement. The announcement, reflects the administration’s ongoing efforts to strengthen key institutions and promote national unity through effective leadership. Brigadier General Ahmed, appointed in January 2023 by former President Muhammadu Buhari, has been succeeded by Brigadier General Olakunle, a seasoned artillery officer from Ileogbo in Aiyedire Local Government Area of Osun State. The new Director-General…

Nigerian House Of Representatives To Review Proposals For 46 New States and 117 Local Governments. The House of Representatives Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution has announced plans to consider an unprecedented 46 proposals for the creation of new states and 117 requests for new local government areas (LGAs) across Nigeria. The announcement, made on Wednesday, 2 July 2025, marks a significant step in the ongoing effort to reshape the country’s administrative and political landscape, potentially increasing the number of states from 36 to 82 if all proposals are approved. Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, who chairs…

Nigeria Set To End Diesel Dependency And Slash Carbon Emissions, Says Vice President Shettima. Vice President Kashim Shettima has announced an ambitious plan for Nigeria to phase out diesel dependency and significantly reduce carbon emissions through the adoption of an integrated hybrid energy system. Speaking at the Decarbonising Infrastructure in Nigeria Summit (DIN Summit) in Abuja on Wednesday, 2 July 2025, Shettima outlined the government’s commitment to transforming the nation’s infrastructure to align with sustainable development goals. Shettima emphasised that 75% of Nigeria’s greenhouse gas emissions stem from the infrastructure sector, encompassing energy, transport, urban development, and agriculture.…

Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart Dies At 90, Leaving A Legacy Marked By Faith And Controversy. Rev. Jimmy Swaggart, a fire-and-brimstone Pentecostal preacher who rose to global fame as a pioneering televangelist before his ministry was rocked by scandal, died Tuesday at the age of 90. Swaggart passed away at Baton Rouge General Medical Center following a cardiac arrest on June 15, 2025, his family announced. His death marks the end of a seven-decade career that saw him fill stadiums, reach millions through television, and navigate a tumultuous fall from grace. “Today, our hearts are heavy as we share that Brother…

ADC Leadership Resigns To Pave Way For David Mark’s Coalition Ahead Of 2027 Elections. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has undergone a significant leadership shake-up as its entire executive team, led by National Chairman Ralph Nwosu, announced their resignation to support a new interim leadership under former Senate President David Mark. The move, confirmed on Wednesday, is seen as a strategic step to bolster the opposition coalition’s platform as it prepares to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 Nigerian general elections. Nwosu, who has led the ADC since its inception, stated that the decision followed…

Iran Halts Cooperation With UN Nuclear Watchdog, Raising Global Concerns. In a dramatic escalation of tensions, Iran has announced the suspension of its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog. The decision, confirmed by Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, effectively bars international inspectors from monitoring the country’s nuclear facilities, prompting fears that Tehran may be poised to accelerate its nuclear programme. The move comes amid heightened regional friction and follows recent attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites, which have intensified scrutiny of its nuclear ambitions. Qalibaf stated that the Iranian parliament would act…