Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Iran Reports 71 Killed In Israeli Strike On Tehran’s Evin Prison. Tehran, Iran – Iranian state media reported on Sunday that an Israeli air strike on Tehran’s notorious Evin Prison on 23 June 2025 resulted in the deaths of 71 people, including staff, young conscripts, detainees, visiting family members, and local residents. The attack, described as a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, has drawn international attention to the targeting of a facility long associated with the detention of political prisoners and dissidents. According to Iran’s judiciary spokesperson, Asghar Jahangir, the strike targeted Evin Prison,…

Peter Obi Slams President Tinubu’s Saint Lucia Trip As ‘Ill-Timed And Insensitive’ Amid Nigeria’s Crises. Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has sharply criticised President Bola Tinubu’s recent trip to Saint Lucia, branding it “ill-timed and insensitive” given Nigeria’s escalating economic hardship and insecurity. In a statement posted on X on Saturday, 28 June 2025, Obi expressed shock at the President’s decision to embark on a visit that includes a personal vacation, at a time when Nigerians are grappling with severe challenges, including widespread hunger and devastating floods. The Presidency announced that Tinubu departed Nigeria on 28…

Jurgen Klopp Slams Expanded Club World Cup As ‘Worst Idea Ever’ For Footballers. Jurgen Klopp, the former Liverpool manager, has unleashed a scathing critique of the ongoing FIFA Club World Cup, labelling it “the worst idea ever implemented in football” due to its gruelling impact on player workload and recovery time. The expanded 32-team tournament, currently underway in the United States from 14 June to 13 July 2025, has sparked widespread debate, with Klopp’s comments amplifying concerns over player welfare amidst a packed football calendar. The 2025 Club World Cup, hosted across 12 venues in 11 US cities, features…

Rivers State: Fubara Urges Supporters To Embrace Peace Deal With Wike. Suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara has called on his supporters to accept a peace agreement brokered by President Bola Tinubu with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The announcement, made during a meeting with stakeholders of the Simplified Movement in Port Harcourt on 28 June 2025, marks a pivotal moment in restoring stability to the oil-rich state. Speaking candidly to his supporters, Fubara acknowledged the personal and political toll of the feud with his former political mentor, Wike, but stressed the necessity of reconciliation for…

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…