Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Lagos State Government Enforces Mandatory LASRERA Registration For Real Estate Practitioners. As part of effort to regulate the real estate sector, the Lagos State Government has declared it illegal to engage in real estate practice within the state without proper registration with the Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA). The announcement, made on 28 June 2025, aims to enhance transparency, curb fraudulent activities, and protect residents in property transactions across the state. According to a statement from the Lagos State Government, shared via its official channels, individuals and organisations operating as real estate agents, brokers, or practitioners must…

Kwara United Crowned 2025 Nigeria FA Cup Champions In Historic Triumph. Kwara United Football Club have written their name in Nigeria’s Football history book, as the Ilorin-based side clinched their first-ever Nigeria FA Cup title, defeating Abakaliki FC 4-3 in a thrilling penalty shootout at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos on Saturday, 28 June 2025. The victory marks the first major trophy in the club’s 28-year history and secures their place in the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup, a significant milestone for the Afonja Warriors. The final was a tense, goalless affair through 90 minutes of regulation time, with…

Hadiza Bala Usman Reportedly Appointed As Nigeria’s First Female SGF. In what would be a historic move, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reportedly appointed Ahjia Hadiza Bala Usman as the new Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), marking her as the first woman to hold this prestigious office. The announcement, which surfaced on social media platforms on 28 June 2025, has sparked widespread discussion, though the Presidency has yet to officially confirm the appointment. According to posts circulating on X, President Tinubu, currently on a visit to Saint Lucia, selected Usman, a seasoned administrator and former Managing…

Renowned Nigerian Filmmaker Kayode Peters Passes Away In Toronto. The Nigerian entertainment industry is mourning the loss of one of its most cherished talents, Kayode Peters Adewumi, fondly known as “KP,” who passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday, 28 June 2025, in Toronto, Canada, following a prolonged illness. The celebrated filmmaker, director, and actor, aged 49, leaves behind a remarkable legacy that has profoundly impacted Nollywood and beyond. In a heartfelt statement shared on his official Instagram page, Peters’ family announced: “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved, Kayode Peters Adewumi,…

Paul Pogba Joins AS Monaco On Two-Year Deal In Sensational Ligue 1 Return. AS Monaco have officially announced the signing of French superstar Paul Pogba on a two-year contract, securing his services until 30 June 2027. The 32-year-old midfielder, who became a free agent on 30 November 2024 following the termination of his contract with Juventus, marks his return to top-flight football with this high-profile transfer to the Ligue 1 giants. Pogba, a 2018 World Cup winner with France, brings a wealth of experience and flair to the Principality club. The midfielder’s illustrious career began at Manchester United, where…

President Tinubu Appoints New Leaders To Drive Nigeria’s Sports And Youth Development. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced two significant appointments aimed at bolstering Nigeria’s sports and youth development sectors. The presidency confirmed the appointments of Philip Shaibu as the new Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of Sports (NIS) and Omobolanle Akinyemi Obe as the Director-General of the National Senior Citizens Centre, Abuja. The announcement was made on Saturday, 24 May 2025, via a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Philip Shaibu, the former Deputy Governor of Edo State, brings a…

Nigerian Doctor Timileyin Oluseyi Makes History In The US, Sweeping All Eight Residency Awards. In a remarkable achievement that has sparked pride across Nigeria and the global Black community, Dr. Timileyin Oluseyi, a Nigerian physician based in the United States, has made history by winning all eight top awards at his medical residency graduation. This unprecedented feat, accomplished on 1 June 2025, marks the first time a Black resident has swept every award in the programme’s history, cementing Dr. Oluseyi’s place as an extraordinary talent in the medical field. Dr. Oluseyi’s stellar performance spanned clinical excellence, leadership, research, and…

UNICEF Urges Nigerian Government To Prioritise Children In National Development Plans. The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called on the Nigerian government at all levels to place children’s well-being at the heart of national development strategies, emphasising their critical role in the country’s future. The appeal was made during a valedictory reception for UNICEF’s outgoing Country Representative, Cristian Munduate, held at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos, on Saturday, 28 June 2025. The event, themed “The Nigerian Child, UNICEF 2024 Annual Report, and the Nigerian Media,” was organised by the Nigerian Guild of Editors and Diamond…

Oshiomhole Attributes Naira’s Collapse To Buhari Administration’s Excessive Money Printing. Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North, has blamed the “excessive printing of money” by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) under former President Muhammadu Buhari for the dramatic collapse of the naira. The revelation came during a Progressives Governors Forum meeting in Benin City on Saturday, 28 June 2025, sparking fresh discussions about Nigeria’s economic challenges. Speaking at the interactive session, Oshiomhole, a former Edo State governor and key figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC), described the CBN’s reliance on the Ways and Means policy—a mechanism allowing the…

NDLEA Dismantles 30-Hectare Cannabis Plantation In Cross River, Bolsters Anti-Drug Efforts. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dealt a significant blow to illicit drug operations in Nigeria, destroying a sprawling 30-hectare cannabis sativa plantation, commonly known as Indian hemp, in a forest in Odukpani Local Government Area of Cross River State. The operation, confirmed on Saturday, 28 June 2025, underscores the agency’s relentless campaign to curb drug cultivation and trafficking across the country. Mrs Rachel Umebuali, the NDLEA State Commander for Cross River, revealed details of the operation in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria…

President Tinubu Honours Afreximbank’s Prof. Benedict Oramah With GCON For Transformative Leadership. In a heartfelt tribute to a decade of exceptional leadership, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred the prestigious Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON), one of Nigeria’s highest national honours, on Professor Benedict Oramah, the outgoing President and Chairman of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). The announcement was made on Friday, 27 June 2025, during the 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meetings in Abuja, celebrating Oramah’s remarkable contributions to Africa’s economic development and Nigeria’s strategic interests. President Tinubu praised Oramah as a “pivotal figure in…

Jeff Bezos Weds Lauren Sanchez In Lavish Venetian Ceremony. Venice, Italy – In a dazzling display of romance and opulence, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos tied the knot with media personality Lauren Sanchez on the picturesque San Giorgio Island in Venice, Italy, on Saturday, 28 June 2025. The billionaire entrepreneur, 61, and the former television anchor, 55, exchanged vows in a star-studded ceremony surrounded by family, friends, and a host of high-profile guests. The event, set against the stunning backdrop of Venice’s iconic canals and historic architecture, was nothing short of spectacular. The couple, who have been together since 2019,…