Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Obasanjo Urges African Leaders To Break Free From Foreign Aid Dependency. Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has called on African leaders to end the continent’s reliance on foreign aid, citing it as a major barrier to sustainable development. Speaking at the 32nd Annual Meeting of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in Abuja, Obasanjo delivered a passionate critique of Africa’s economic stagnation, attributing it to overdependence on external loans, poor leadership, and a lack of economic literacy among the continent’s political elite. Obasanjo, addressing a panel titled “African Renaissance in an Era of Turbulence: Are the Lions Still on the…

President Tinubu To Embark On Historic Visit To Saint Lucia And Brazil For BRICS Summit. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to depart Abuja on Saturday, 28 June 2025, for a significant two-nation visit to Saint Lucia and Brazil, marking a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s efforts to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties within the Global South. The announcement was made by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a statement issued on Friday. The President’s first stop will be Saint Lucia, where he will undertake a state visit aimed at deepening Nigeria’s engagement with Caribbean…

Ali Bukar Dalori Appointed Acting National Chairman Of APC. The All Progressives Congress (APC) has named Alhaji Ali Bukar Dalori as its Acting National Chairman, following the resignation of Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje on Friday, 27 June 2025. The announcement, confirmed by multiple sources, marks a significant shift in the party’s leadership as it prepares for the 2027 general elections. Dalori, a seasoned politician and grassroots mobiliser from Borno State, brings a wealth of experience to the role. Born in Dalori town, Konduga Local Government Area, he has risen from humble beginnings to become a prominent figure in Nigerian…

Nigerian Entertainer Speed Darlington Declared Wanted By NAPTIP For Alleged Rape And Cyberbullying. The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has declared Nigerian entertainer Darlington Okoye, widely known as Speed Darlington, a wanted individual in connection with serious allegations of rape, cyberbullying, and cyberstalking. The announcement, made public on Friday, has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and sparked widespread discussion across social media platforms. NAPTIP, Nigeria’s leading agency tasked with combating human trafficking and related crimes, issued the statement as part of an ongoing investigation into the alleged offences. The agency did not disclose specific…

Tinubu Orders Probe Into Alleged 2,000-Hectare Land Allocation To Wike’s Son In Abuja. President Bola Tinubu has reportedly ordered a formal investigation into allegations that Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), allocated over 2,000 hectares of prime land in Abuja, valued at approximately $3.6 billion, to his son, Joaquin Wike. The directive follows a wave of public concern and media reports highlighting the alleged transaction in the exclusive districts of Asokoro and Maitama. According to sources, the investigation aims to scrutinise claims that the land, reportedly allocated through a Right of Occupancy issued to JOAQ…

EFCC Opposes Yahaya Bello’s Bid To Travel Abroad For Medical Treatment Amid ₦80.2bn Fraud Trial. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has firmly opposed an application by former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Adoza Bello to travel abroad for medical treatment. The application was presented before Justice Emeka Nwite at the Federal High Court in Maitama, Abuja, during the ongoing trial of Bello on 19 charges of alleged money laundering involving ₦80.2 billion. Bello’s counsel, Joseph Daudu, SAN, urged the court to release his client’s international passport, surrendered as part of his bail conditions, citing urgent medical needs…

Barrister Ismael Ahmed Appointed Chairman Of Nigeria’s Presidential CNG Initiative. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Barrister Ismael Ahmed as the Executive Chairman of the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGi). The announcement, made on Friday, underscores the administration’s commitment to mitigating the impact of fuel subsidy removal through sustainable and affordable energy solutions. Ahmed, a 45-year-old legal expert and seasoned public servant, will oversee the operations of the PCNGi, a cornerstone of President Tinubu’s palliative intervention programme. The initiative aims to provide Nigerians with cheaper, cleaner, and more accessible energy alternatives, particularly through the promotion of compressed natural…

Former PDP Ebonyi State Chairman, Augustine Nwazunku, Passes Away. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi State is mourning the loss of its former acting chairman, Dr Augustine Alugbala Nwazunku, who passed away on 25 June 2025, according to multiple sources, including Sundiata Post and posts on X. The news was confirmed by Senator Paulinus Igwenwagu in a statement on Thursday, marking a somber moment for the party and the state’s political landscape. Dr Nwazunku, a prominent figure in Ebonyi State politics, served as the acting chairman of the PDP and was known for his dedication to the party’s…

Abdullahi Ganduje Resigns As APC National Chairman Amid Party Tensions. In a dramatic turn of events, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has reportedly resigned as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), the ruling party of Nigeria, with immediate effect. The announcement, first shared through posts on X and reported by multiple sources, marks a significant shift within the APC as it navigates internal divisions and prepares for the 2027 general elections. Ganduje, a former governor of Kano State, is said to have stepped down due to a combination of health concerns and mounting political pressures within the…

Premier League To Introduce Groundbreaking Broadcast Changes For 2025/26 Season. The Premier League has confirmed the introduction of innovative broadcast rules for the 2025/26 season. Starting in August 2025, supporters will gain unprecedented access to the game through halftime interviews with players or managers, interviews with substituted players, and limited dressing room broadcasts, according to reports from The Athletic and The Telegraph. These changes, part of a £6.7 billion domestic TV deal with Sky Sports and TNT Sports, aim to bring fans closer to the action and align Premier League coverage with global trends in sports broadcasting. The new…

Retired Nigerian Police Officers To Stage Nationwide Protest Over Pension Woes Retired police officers across Nigeria, under the banner of the Union of Retired Police Officers, have announced plans for a nationwide peaceful protest on July 21, 2025, to demand urgent reforms to the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). Dubbed the “Mother of All Peaceful Protests,” the demonstration aims to highlight the severe economic hardships faced by retirees due to inadequate pension benefits. The announcement was made by the Kaduna State chapter of the union, following a monthly meeting at the Police Officers’ Mess in Kaduna. In a joint statement,…

FG To Establish Smart Police Stations Across Nigeria In Major Security Overhaul. In a transformative move to bolster national security and modernise law enforcement, the Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to establish state-of-the-art smart police stations nationwide. This ambitious initiative, driven by a strategic partnership between Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB) and the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF), aims to integrate cutting-edge digital infrastructure into the country’s policing system, enhancing operational efficiency and community safety. The announcement follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between GBB and the NPTF in Abuja, marking a significant step towards…