Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

50 Cent Celebrates Milestone 50th Birthday With European Tour And New Ventures. Curtis James Jackson III, better known by his stage name 50 Cent, is marking a significant milestone today as he celebrates his 50th birthday. The American rapper, actor, producer, and entrepreneur, born on 6 July 1975 in Queens, New York, is commemorating the occasion in style, with a European Legacy Tour and a host of new projects that highlight his enduring influence in music and entertainment. The hip-hop icon, whose debut album *Get Rich or Die Tryin’* (2003) catapulted him to global fame with hits like “In Da…

Breaking: MURIC Calls For Sharia Courts And Friday Public Holiday In Nigeria’s South West. The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), an Islamic human rights group, has put forward a bold proposal for constitutional amendments to establish Sharia Courts across Nigeria’s South West states and to designate Fridays as a nationwide public holiday to accommodate Muslim worship practices. The announcement was made by MURIC’s Founder and Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, during the South West Zonal Public Hearing on constitutional review, sparking widespread discussion across the region. Professor Akintola argued that the establishment of Sharia Courts of Appeal in all South…

Elon Musk Unveils America Party To Challenge US Political Status Quo. Tech billionaire Elon Musk has announced the formation of a new political party in the United States, named the America Party, aimed at disrupting the country’s entrenched two-party system. The declaration, made on 5 July 2025 via Musk’s social media platform X, follows a public falling-out with US President Donald Trump and growing frustration with what Musk calls a “one-party system” riddled with waste and inefficiency. The move has sparked widespread debate about the feasibility of a third party in America’s polarised political landscape. Musk, the world’s richest individual…

Yoruba Monarchs To Honour Deji Of Akure’s 10th Coronation Anniversary With Grand Celebration. Akure, the capital of Ondo State, is set to host a grand celebration as Yoruba monarchs, led by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, gather to mark the 10th coronation anniversary of the Deji of Akure, Oba Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, Odundun II. The milestone event, scheduled for 17 July 2025, promises to be a vibrant showcase of Yoruba culture, unity, and reverence for traditional leadership. Oba Aladetoyinbo, who ascended the throne on 17 July 2015, has been widely praised for his transformative leadership.…

Amaju Pinnick Appointed Special Adviser To CAF President. Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Amaju Melvin Pinnick has been named Special Adviser to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) President, Patrice Motsepe, in a move that marks his return to the continental football stage. The appointment, announced on 5 July 2025 during CAF’s executive committee meeting in Rabat, Morocco, was ratified immediately, granting Pinnick the privilege of attending all CAF executive meetings in his new advisory role. Pinnick, who served as NFF president from 2014 to 2022, brings a wealth of experience to the position. His tenure at the…

Minister Of Power Adelabu Announces Bid For Oyo Governorship In 2027. Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has declared his intention to contest the Oyo State governorship election in 2027 under the All Progressives Congress (APC) banner. The announcement was made on Friday, 4 July 2025, during consultative meetings with APC leaders and stakeholders in Ogbomoso and Oyo zones, held at the residence of prominent party chieftain Ayoade Adeseun in Ogbomoso. Addressing party members, Adelabu outlined his ambition to lead Oyo State, emphasising his readiness to draw on experience gained from previous electoral contests in 2019 and 2023. “I’m…

Nigerian Pastor Jailed In US For $4.2m COVID-19 Relief Fraud. A United States court has sentenced Nigerian pastor Edward Oluwasanmi to 27 months in prison for orchestrating $4.2 million fraud involving COVID-19 relief funds. The verdict, delivered on 2 July 2025 by Judge Christopher Boyko at the US District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, marks a significant development in a case that has drawn international attention. Oluwasanmi, alongside his co-accused, Oba Joseph Oloyede, the Apetu of Ipetumodu in Osun State, Nigeria, was charged with 13 counts, including conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering, and engaging in…

Nigerian Clubs To Receive $100,000 Boost For CAF Inter-Club Competitions. Four Nigerian football clubs—Remo Stars, Rivers United, Abia Warriors, and Kwara United—are set to receive a significant financial uplift of $100,000 each from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to aid their preparations for the 2025/26 CAF inter-club competitions. This marks a substantial increase from the $50,000 provided to participating clubs last season, reflecting CAF’s commitment to enhancing the quality of its premier tournaments. Remo Stars and Rivers United, having finished first and second respectively in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), will represent Nigeria in the prestigious CAF…

Naira Poised To Break Below N1,500/$ Barrier In Positive Economic Shift. The Nigerian naira is on the cusp of a significant milestone, with market analysts predicting it will soon break below the N1,500 per US dollar resistance level, signalling a potential strengthening of the currency. This development, reported by Nairametrics, has sparked optimism among investors and economists, who see it as a sign of improving economic conditions in Nigeria. The naira’s anticipated breach of this key threshold comes after months of volatility in the foreign exchange market. Data from recent trading sessions indicate the naira has been gaining ground,…

Nigerian Universities Grapple With High Dropout Rates In 2025, Prompting Urgent Calls For Reform. A recent report has shed light on the alarming dropout rates at several Nigerian universities in 2025, highlighting systemic challenges that are pushing students away from completing their degrees. According to data from educational sources, the dropout rate among Nigerian university students is estimated at 22%, with financial difficulties, inadequate infrastructure, and security concerns cited as primary reasons for this troubling trend. The findings have sparked widespread concern and calls for immediate action to address the crisis in higher education. Among the institutions facing…

Liverpool FC To Honour Diogo Jota’s Legacy With Heartfelt Gesture. Liverpool Football Club has announced a poignant decision to pay the remaining two years of Diogo Jota’s contract to his family, following the tragic passing of the beloved Portuguese forward and his brother, André Silva, in a car accident in Spain on 3 July 2025. The gesture, confirmed by Portuguese outlet Record, has been widely praised as a testament to the club’s values and its deep respect for Jota’s contributions both on and off the pitch. Jota, who signed a five-year contract extension with Liverpool in 2022, was…

Rauf Aregbesola Urges Nigerians To Focus On Issues In Political Discourse, Champions ADC As Alternative. Former Nigerian Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, has called for a shift in the country’s political dialogue, urging citizens and leaders to prioritise substantive issues over personal attacks. In a recent statement, Aregbesola encouraged Nigerians to challenge political opponents with critical questions about the nation’s well-being, focusing on measurable realities such as food inflation, the economy, rising living costs, and deepening poverty affecting millions. Aregbesola emphasised the need for constructive debate, advising against resorting to abuse or name-calling. “When others resort to abuse or name-calling,…