Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart Dies At 90, Leaving A Legacy Marked By Faith And Controversy. Rev. Jimmy Swaggart, a fire-and-brimstone Pentecostal preacher who rose to global fame as a pioneering televangelist before his ministry was rocked by scandal, died Tuesday at the age of 90. Swaggart passed away at Baton Rouge General Medical Center following a cardiac arrest on June 15, 2025, his family announced. His death marks the end of a seven-decade career that saw him fill stadiums, reach millions through television, and navigate a tumultuous fall from grace. “Today, our hearts are heavy as we share that Brother…

ADC Leadership Resigns To Pave Way For David Mark’s Coalition Ahead Of 2027 Elections. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has undergone a significant leadership shake-up as its entire executive team, led by National Chairman Ralph Nwosu, announced their resignation to support a new interim leadership under former Senate President David Mark. The move, confirmed on Wednesday, is seen as a strategic step to bolster the opposition coalition’s platform as it prepares to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 Nigerian general elections. Nwosu, who has led the ADC since its inception, stated that the decision followed…

Iran Halts Cooperation With UN Nuclear Watchdog, Raising Global Concerns. In a dramatic escalation of tensions, Iran has announced the suspension of its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog. The decision, confirmed by Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, effectively bars international inspectors from monitoring the country’s nuclear facilities, prompting fears that Tehran may be poised to accelerate its nuclear programme. The move comes amid heightened regional friction and follows recent attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites, which have intensified scrutiny of its nuclear ambitions. Qalibaf stated that the Iranian parliament would act…

LASIEC Reaffirms Commitment To Transparent Elections Amid PDP Allegations. The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) has strongly refuted claims by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that it unjustly disqualified candidates ahead of the local government elections scheduled for 12 July 2025. In a statement issued on Tuesday, LASIEC addressed concerns raised by the PDP regarding the screening and validation process, asserting its dedication to conducting free, fair, and transparent elections. The PDP had accused LASIEC of irregularities, unfair practices, and administrative negligence during the candidate validation exercise that began on 26 June 2025. Specifically, the party claimed that…

ADC Faction Rejects Opposition Coalition’s Adoption, Declares Party Not For Sale. A significant faction within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has publicly rejected the recent adoption of the party by a coalition of opposition politicians as a platform for the 2027 Nigerian general elections. The group, identifying itself as the “Concerned Stakeholders of the ADC,” issued a strongly worded statement on Wednesday, 2 July 2025, condemning what it described as an undemocratic attempt to hijack the party’s structure for elite political gain. The statement, signed by Musa Isa Matara, the faction’s National Publicity Secretary, expressed outrage over the lack…

Northern Political Leaders Unite Under ADC Banner For 2027 Elections. A coalition of prominent opposition leaders, including key figures from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has formally adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as its platform to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. The decision, finalised during a high-level meeting in Abuja on Tuesday, marks a significant step towards consolidating opposition forces to unseat President Bola Tinubu. The coalition, spearheaded by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Senate President David Mark, includes influential PDP stalwarts such as former governors Sule Lamido (Jigawa),…

Heathrow Airport Shutdown Caused By Preventable Substation Fire, Report Finds. A major fire at an electrical substation that brought London’s Heathrow Airport to a standstill for over 12 hours in March 2025 was caused by a short circuit in a poorly maintained component, a report by Britain’s National Energy System Operator (NESO) has revealed. The blaze, which disrupted more than 1,000 flights and affected around 270,000 passengers, exposed significant vulnerabilities in the UK’s critical infrastructure, prompting calls for urgent improvements. The fire broke out just before midnight on 20 March at the North Hyde substation in Hayes, approximately…

Trump Announces Israel’s Agreement To 60-Day Gaza Ceasefire, Urges Hamas To Accept Terms. United States President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that Israel has agreed to the “necessary conditions” to finalise a 60-day ceasefire with Hamas in Gaza, a significant step towards pausing the nearly two-year conflict. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump expressed hope that Hamas would accept the deal, warning that conditions would “not get better — IT WILL ONLY GET WORSE” if the group rejects the proposal. While specific details of the agreement remain undisclosed, the announcement comes as Trump prepares to host Israeli…

Macron And Putin Hold First Talks In Nearly Three Years, Finding Common Ground On Iran But Clashing On Ukraine. French President Emmanuel Macron and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke by telephone on Tuesday, marking their first direct conversation in over two and a half years. The two-hour discussion, described as substantial by both the Élysée Palace and the Kremlin, focused on Iran’s nuclear programme and the ongoing war in Ukraine, revealing areas of agreement as well as persistent divisions. On the issue of Iran, the two leaders found a degree of alignment, emphasising their shared responsibility as permanent members of…

Suspected Thief Hides In Bank Ceiling, Allegedly Tries To Hack Systems Overnight. Panic broke out at a FCMB bank branch in Lagos after a suspected thief was found hiding in the ceiling allegedly attempting to tamper with the bank’s systems Eyewitnesses say the man entered the bank during business hours & quietly locked himself in the restroom. From there, he reportedly climbed into the ceiling, remaining hidden until after closing time when all staff had left By the next morning, bank staff arrived to find a door mysteriously locked from the inside. After forcing it open, they were…

92-Year-Old Man Jailed For Life In UK’s Oldest Solved Cold Case. A 92-year-old man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the rape and murder of a 75-year-old widow in a case that remained unsolved for 58 years, marking it as the UK’s longest-running cold case to reach resolution. Ryland Headley was 34 when he broke into the home of Louisa Dunne in Easton, Bristol, on 28 June 1967, where he raped and strangled her. The elderly widow was found dead on her living room floor by a neighbour, with a pathologist confirming she died from asphyxia due to…

Tinubu Honoured with Knighthood In Saint Lucia, Declares Black Race’s Resilience. President Bola Tinubu has been conferred with an honorary knighthood by the government of Saint Lucia, a prestigious recognition during his recent visit to the Caribbean nation. In his acceptance speech, Tinubu passionately declared that “the Black race is not lazy,” emphasising the resilience, creativity, and determination of African people in overcoming historical and contemporary challenges. He highlighted the contributions of Nigerians and other African diasporas to global development, urging for greater unity and recognition of their potential. The knighthood ceremony, attended by Saint Lucian officials and Nigerian…