Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Nigerian Army Declares Three-Day Mourning Period For Fallen Heroes In Niger State. The Nigerian Army has announced a three-day mourning period from 25 to 27 June 2025 to honour the memory of 17 gallant soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The soldiers lost their lives during a military operation in Kwana Dutse Local Government Area, Niger State, in a tragic incident that has deeply moved the nation. In a statement issued by the Army Headquarters, the Nigerian Army expressed profound respect for the fallen heroes, whose bravery and dedication in defending the country against…

Tinubu Signs Landmark Tax Reform Bills, Overhauling Nigeria’s Revenue System. President Bola Tinubu has signed four transformative tax reform bills into law, heralding a significant shake-up of the nation’s revenue collection agencies. The signing ceremony, held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday, 26 June 2025, marks a pivotal step towards streamlining Nigeria’s fragmented tax system, boosting investor confidence, and fostering economic growth. The four bills – the Nigeria Tax Bill, the Nigeria Tax Administration Bill, the Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Bill, and the Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Bill – were passed by the National Assembly following months…

Manchester City Deliver Resounding 5:2 Victory Over Juventus At Club World Cup. Manchester City sent a powerful message to their Club World Cup rivals with a commanding 5-2 triumph over Italian giants Juventus at the Camping World Stadium, securing their place in the last-16 as group winners. The emphatic win showcased City’s attacking prowess and underlined their credentials as serious contenders for the title, though hopes of an all-English final were dashed as other results reshaped the tournament’s path. The Sky Blues wasted no time asserting dominance, with Jeremy Doku opening the scoring in the ninth minute, his precise strike…

NDLEA Seizes 1.26 Tonnes Of Illicit Drugs In Enugu, Arrests 446 In Year-Long Crackdown. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Enugu State has delivered a significant blow to drug trafficking, seizing 1.26 tonnes of illicit substances between June 2024 and June 2025. The agency’s relentless efforts also led to the arrest of 446 suspects, with 62 convictions secured and over 450 drug addicts rehabilitated, marking a robust campaign against drug-related crime in the region. In a statement released on Wednesday, the NDLEA detailed its year-long operation, which targeted a range of illicit drugs, including cannabis, cocaine, and…

D’Tigress Gear Up For 2025 AfroBasket Title Defence With Star-Studded Preliminary Squad. The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has unveiled a formidable 20-player preliminary squad for the D’Tigress, Nigeria’s senior women’s national basketball team, as they prepare to defend their continental crown at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Championship in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, from 26 July to 3 August. The announcement, made on Thursday, signals the start of an intensive preparation phase for the reigning champions, who are chasing a historic fifth consecutive title. The provisional roster blends seasoned veterans with emerging talents, retaining the core of the squad that…

Cristiano Ronaldo Signs Lucrative New Contract With Al-Nassr. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Footballing icon Cristiano Ronaldo has penned a staggering new contract with Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr, cementing his status as one of the highest-paid athletes in the world. The deal, reported by SunSport, showcases the club’s ambition to dominate both on and off the pitch, with a financial package that redefines footballing wealth. The 40-year-old Portuguese superstar will earn an eye-watering £178 million annually, equating to approximately £3.4 million per week. In addition to his colossal salary, Ronaldo will receive a 15% ownership stake in Al-Nassr, valued…

Suspected Kidnapper Nabbed At Izom Cattle Market After Victim’s Identification. A suspected kidnapper was apprehended at the Izom Cattle Market in Gurara Local Government Area of Niger State, following a dramatic identification by one of his victims in broad daylight. The arrest, which took place on Saturday, 21 June 2025, at approximately 4:00 pm, marks a significant breakthrough in efforts to curb kidnapping in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and its environs. According to reports, the suspect was linked to the abduction of two herders and a driver near Daku community in Gwagwalada Area Council, FCT, on 9 June…

Senate Issues 10-Day Ultimatum To NNPCL Over ₦200trn Unaccounted Funds. The Nigerian Senate has issued a 10-day ultimatum to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to account for ₦200 trillion in unaccounted funds, following discrepancies identified in the company’s financial records from 2017 to 2023. The directive, announced during a plenary session on Wednesday, comes amidst ongoing investigations into the state-owned oil giant, with the Senate’s Ad-Hoc Committee on Financial Oversight leading the probe. The committee, chaired by Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, representing Cross River North, highlighted significant gaps in NNPCL’s audited reports, describing the unaccounted funds as…

Court Adjourns Yahaya Bello’s N110bn Fraud Trial To July 8. The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Maitama, Abuja, has postponed the fraud trial of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello to July 8, 2025. The case, involving allegations of criminal breach of trust and money laundering to the tune of N110 billion, also names two co-defendants, Umar Shuaibu Oricha and Abdulsalami Hudu. Justice Maryanne Anenih announced the adjournment on Wednesday, scheduling further hearings for October 8, 9, and November 12, 13, 2025. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) alleges that Bello and his co-defendants misappropriated Kogi…

Nigeria Ranks 12th Poorest Country By GDP Per Capita In 2025, Says IMF Report. Nigeria has been ranked the 12th poorest country in the world by gross domestic product (GDP) per capita in 2025, according to a recent report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), published by Visual Capitalist. The data, released on Tuesday, reveals Nigeria’s GDP per capita stands at $807, placing it among the bottom 15 of 50 nations surveyed. The report highlights South Sudan as the world’s poorest nation, with a GDP per capita of just $251, followed by Yemen, Burundi, the Central African Republic, and…

Oyo State Polytechnic, Ibadan Renamed In Honour Of Late Governor Omololu Olunloyo. In a heartfelt tribute to a distinguished statesman, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has announced the renaming of The Polytechnic, Ibadan to Omololu Olunloyo Polytechnic, Ibadan. The decision was revealed on Thursday, 26 June 2025, during an interdenominational commendation service held at the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium in Ibadan, as part of the burial programme for the late Dr Victor Omololu Olunloyo, a former governor of the state. Dr Omololu Olunloyo, who passed away on 6 April 2025, just days shy of his 90th birthday, was a…

INEC Announces Bye-Elections For 16 Constituencies Across 12 States On 16 August 2025. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has set Saturday, 16 August 2025, as the date for bye-elections to fill vacant seats in the National and State Assemblies across 16 constituencies in 12 states. The announcement was made by INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, during a consultative meeting with political party leaders in Abuja on Thursday, 26 June 2025. The bye-elections aim to address vacancies resulting from resignations, deaths, or court-ordered annulments, involving approximately 3,553,659 registered voters across 32 local government areas, 356 wards, and 6,987 polling…