Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Gabriel Heinze Set To Join Arsenal’s Coaching Staff Following Carlos Cuesta’s Move To Parma. Arsenal Football Club is reportedly set to appoint Gabriel Heinze to Mikel Arteta’s coaching team, as the Gunners adjust to the departure of assistant manager Carlos Cuesta, who has been confirmed as Parma’s new head coach. The move comes as Arsenal continue their strong 2024-25 campaign, competing for the Premier League title and advancing in the UEFA Champions League. Heinze, 47, a former team-mate of Arteta from their time at Paris Saint-Germain in the 2000-01 season, brings a wealth of experience as both a player and…

Wike And Dele Momodu, Blow Hot In Fiery Media Exchange. Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has sparked controversy with a sharp rebuke of veteran journalist and publisher Dele Momodu, dismissing him as a “boy” and denying any past friendship. The remarks, made during a media chat with selected news outlets on Thursday, have intensified an ongoing feud between the two prominent figures, rooted in political differences and personal grievances. Wike, speaking candidly, referred to Momodu with apparent disdain, saying, “There is this boy, they say he is a journalist. What’s his name? He is…

Katy Perry And Orlando Bloom Announce Split After Six-Year Engagement. Los Angeles, USA – Pop sensation Katy Perry and actor Orlando Bloom have confirmed their separation, bringing an end to their six-year engagement, according to statements reported by US media outlets. The couple, who have been romantically linked since 2016, issued a joint statement emphasising their commitment to co-parenting their four-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove. The statement, released through their representatives, noted that the pair have been “shifting their relationship over the past many months to focus on co-parenting.” It highlighted their shared priority of raising Daisy with “love, stability, and…

Tragedy in Lagos: Stray Bullet Claims Life Of 12-Year-Old Boy In Mushin Cult Clash. A heartbreaking incident has shaken the Mushin community in Lagos State, where a 12-year-old boy, identified as Wasiu, was fatally struck by a stray bullet during a violent cult clash. The tragedy occurred around 8 pm on Wednesday in the Olosha area, as rival cult groups engaged in a fierce confrontation, according to reports from Punch Newspapers and NigerianEye. Wasiu was reportedly at a local food vendor, known as Iya Ibeji, when gunfire erupted, sending residents and shop owners scrambling for safety. A local resident,…

Victor Osimhen Rejects Galatasaray Offer, Eyes Premier League Move. Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has made headlines by turning down a lucrative offer from Turkish giants Galatasaray, opting instead to pursue a move to the Premier League. The 26-year-old, currently on loan from Napoli, rejected the bid despite Galatasaray’s willingness to activate his €75 million release clause and provide a substantial wage package, according to reports from The Guardian. Osimhen’s decision underscores his long-standing ambition to play in England’s top flight, where he believes he can showcase his talents on a global stage. The forward enjoyed a prolific 2024-25 season…

Nigerian Medical Association Slams Government’s Deal To Send Doctors To Saint Lucia. The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has strongly condemned the Federal Government’s agreement to deploy Nigerian doctors and health workers to Saint Lucia, labelling the move as contradictory and unacceptable. The criticism stems from stark disparities in remuneration, with the NMA highlighting that doctors in Nigeria earn an annual salary of N11.9 million, while those sent to Saint Lucia under the deal will receive N40.8 million per year. The NMA argues that this significant pay gap underscores a lack of value placed on healthcare professionals working within…

Nigerian Army Chief Oluyede Vows Robust Action Against Insecurity On Army Day. Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s steadfast commitment to tackling the nation’s security challenges and safeguarding its democratic institutions. Speaking in Abuja on Wednesday ahead of the 2025 Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) on 6 July, Oluyede outlined a renewed military resolve to confront terrorism, banditry, and other threats undermining Nigeria’s peace. The announcement comes as the country grapLisaes with escalating violence in regions such as the North-East and North-Central, where Boko Haram and armed militias continue to wreak havoc.…

Gunmen Attack Former Minister’s Home In Plateau, Leaving One Dead And Policeman Injured. A violent assault by unknown gunmen on the residence of former Minister of Sports, Damishi Sango, in Dalwal village, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, has left one person dead and a police officer wounded. The attack, which occurred at approximately 10:46 p.m. on Wednesday, 2 July 2025, has heightened concerns about escalating insecurity in the region, prompting swift responses from local authorities and security forces. According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the assailants stormed Sango’s compound, opening fire on those present. A female…

Zamfara Assembly Threatens Impeachment Of Governor Lawal Over Alleged ₦9bn Hospital Renovation Scandal. The Zamfara State House of Assembly, led by Hon. Bashar Gummi, has issued a stern warning to Governor Dauda Lawal, threatening impeachment proceedings over the alleged mismanagement of ₦9 billion  allocated for the renovation of Yariman Bakura Teaching Hospital in Gusau. The Assembly, during a parallel plenary session held on Thursday in the state capital, described the expenditure as a flagrant misuse of public funds, sparking outrage among lawmakers. The hospital, originally initiated by former Governor Aliyu Shinkafi and completed under Abdulaziz Yari’s administration at a…

Opposition Coalition Vows To Safeguard Nigeria’s Democracy, Says David Mark. Former Senate President David Mark, now interim national chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has declared that a newly formed opposition coalition will prevent Nigeria from descending into a one-party state. Speaking at the coalition’s unveiling in Abuja on Wednesday, 2 July 2025, Mark described the alliance as a united front of opposition parties, youth groups, civil society, and patriots dedicated to rescuing Nigeria’s democracy from what he called a “creeping descent into civilian dictatorship” under the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The coalition, which has adopted the…

Mali’s Junta Leader Secures Renewable Five-Year Term Without Election. Mali’s military-appointed legislative body, the National Transitional Council (NTC), has granted General Assimi Goïta, the country’s junta leader, a five-year presidential term, renewable “as many times as necessary” without the need for elections. The decision, made on Thursday, 3 July 2025, paves the way for Goïta to remain in power until at least 2030, despite earlier promises by the military government to restore civilian rule by March 2024. The move has sparked concerns about the erosion of democratic processes in the West African nation, which has been under military control since…

Arsenal Promote James Ellis To Technical Director Role. Arsenal Football Club have confirmed the promotion of their highly regarded head of recruitment, James Ellis, to the position of technical director. The move signals the club’s intent to build on their recent progress with internal talent steering the recruitment strategy. Ellis, who joined Arsenal from Fulham in 2021, has earned widespread praise for his work as head of recruitment. His keen eye for talent and meticulous approach have been instrumental in shaping the Gunners’ squad under manager Mikel Arteta. The decision to elevate Ellis to technical director reflects Arsenal’s confidence…