Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

NIMC Restores NIN Verification Services Nationwide After System Upgrade. The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has successfully restored its National Identification Number (NIN) verification services across Nigeria, bringing relief to millions of citizens and organisations reliant on the system. The announcement, made on Friday, follows the completion of a technical maintenance exercise that temporarily disrupted services. The restoration of the NIN verification services is a significant development for banks, telecommunications companies, and government agencies, which depend on real-time NIN verification for customer onboarding and service delivery. The downtime had caused delays in various operations, but the NIMC has now…

Real Madrid Players Set For €1 Million Bonus Each If They Win 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. In a bold move to incentivise their star-studded squad, Real Madrid have announced that each player will receive a staggering €1 million bonus should they emerge victorious in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. The news, reported by Spanish outlet Diario AS, underscores the club’s determination to claim the inaugural expanded tournament, which will take place in the United States from 14 June to 13 July 2025. The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup marks a significant evolution of the competition, expanding…

Former Arsenal Star Thomas Partey Charged With Multiple Counts Of Rape And Sexual Assault. Thomas Partey, the former Arsenal midfielder and Ghana international, has been charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, the Metropolitan Police Service confirmed on Friday, 4 July 2025. The charges, which relate to alleged incidents involving three women between 2021 and 2022, follow a lengthy investigation that began in February 2022 after an initial report of rape was made to authorities. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) authorised the charges after reviewing a comprehensive file of evidence compiled by Metropolitan Police…

Breaking: Court Orders Senate To Reinstate Suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. A Federal High Court in Nigeria has ruled that the Senate must immediately recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, declaring her six-month suspension unconstitutional and excessive. The decision, hailed as a significant victory for the senator and her constituents, was announced on Friday, 4 July 2025, sparking widespread discussion across the country. The court’s ruling came after a legal challenge against the Senate’s decision to suspend Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central. The suspension, enacted earlier this year, was deemed to violate Section 14(2) of the Senate’s Privileges Act, which governs…

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…