Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

MultiChoice Nigeria Slashes DStv Decoder Price By 50% And Offers Free Subscription Upgrades. In a move to make premium entertainment more accessible to Nigerians, MultiChoice Nigeria, the leading Pay-TV provider, has announced a significant 50% reduction in the price of its DStv decoder, dropping from ₦20,000 to ₦10,000. Alongside this, the company has introduced a promotional offer titled “We Got You,” providing free subscription upgrades to customers, as it seeks to reverse recent subscriber declines amidst economic challenges. The price slash and promotional campaign, effective from 16 June to 31 July 2025, come as MultiChoice acknowledges a loss of…

Super Eagles Can Still Qualify For 2026 World Cup, Says Joseph Yobo. Former Super Eagles captain, Joseph Yobo has expressed confidence that Nigeria’s national football team can still qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite a shaky start to their qualifying campaign. Speaking at a sports summit in Lagos on Monday, Yobo urged fans to rally behind the Super Eagles, emphasizing that with four matches remaining, the team has ample opportunity to secure a spot in the finals to be hosted by the USA, Canada, and Canada. The Super Eagles currently sit third in their qualifying group stage,…

Customs Seizes N352 Million Contraband In 2 Months, Hands Over Cannabis To NDLEA In Lagos. The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted contraband goods valued at N352 million over the past two months, with significant seizures recorded in Lagos. The haul, announced on Tuesday, includes smuggled rice, petroleum products, and 1,200 kilograms of cannabis, which was handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further investigation. The operations targeted border communities and major ports in the southwest. Comptroller-General of Customs, Mr. Bashir Adewale, commended the officers involved, noting that the seizures reflect the agency’s commitment to…

PDP Delegation Meets INEC Ahead Of Party’s NEC Meeting. A high-powered delegation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by Acting National Chairman Ambassador Umar Damagum, met with the leadership of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja on Tuesday to discuss preparations for the party’s 100th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting scheduled for 30 June. The meeting, which included prominent PDP figures such as Governors Bala Mohammed of Bauchi, Seyi Makinde of Oyo, Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau, and Dauda Lawal of Zamfara, aimed to resolve procedural concerns raised by INEC regarding the NEC meeting’s notification process. …

Defence Chief Didn’t Blame Benue Communities For Attack, DHQ Clarifies. The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has clarified that Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, did not blame Benue communities for the recent deadly attacks in the state, contrary to media reports. The statement, issued on Tuesday, addressed misinterpretations of Musa’s remarks during a security briefing, where he reportedly discussed the complex dynamics of communal conflicts and banditry in Benue. The DHQ described the reports as “misleading and taken out of context.” According to the DHQ, General Musa had highlighted the need for collaboration between communities and security forces to…

NAFDAC Cracks Down On Illegal Skin-Bleaching Creams In Kano, Arrests Six. The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has taken decisive action against the illegal sale of skin-bleaching creams in Kano, arresting six individuals and sealing multiple shops in the Sabon Gari market. The operation, conducted on Tuesday, 24 June 2025, follows weeks of surveillance prompted by public complaints on social media and a directive from NAFDAC’s Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye. Kano State Coordinator of NAFDAC, Kasim Ibrahim, revealed during a press briefing that the agency’s Investigation and Enforcement Directorate carried out the raid, targeting…

Lagos Launches Digital House Numbering System To Boost Urban Efficiency. In a significant step towards transforming Lagos into a smart city, the Lagos State Government has unveiled the Lagos Identifier Programme, a digital addressing system set to revolutionise house numbering and street naming across the state. The initiative, launched on Tuesday, 24 June 2025, will commence operations on 1 July in Ikeja Local Government, with plans for a state-wide rollout to follow. The programme, spearheaded by the Office of e-GIS and Urban Development, aims to enhance property identification, streamline service delivery, and bolster the state’s internally generated revenue (IGR).…

MultiChoice Nigeria Chairman And MD To Face Court Over Alleged Breach Of Consumer Protection Law. The Federal Government of Nigeria has scheduled the arraignment of MultiChoice Nigeria Limited’s Chairman, Adewunmi Ogunsanya, and Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, John Ugbe, alongside six other senior officials, for 7 October 2025. The charges, brought by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), allege violations of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCP Act) of 2018, stemming from the company’s recent subscription price hike and alleged non-compliance with regulatory investigations. The case, set to be heard before Justice James Omotosho at the…

APC Chieftain Calls For Vice President Shettima’s Resignation Amid Political Speculation. In a surprising turn of events, Mallam Salihu Isa Nataro, a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has publicly urged Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima to consider resigning from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The call, made on Tuesday, stems from growing speculation regarding Shettima’s relevance within the government, particularly as political manoeuvring intensifies ahead of the 2027 general elections. Nataro, a former gubernatorial contender in Kebbi State, expressed admiration for Shettima’s contributions to the administration but suggested that a resignation could serve as a strategic…

Adamawa State Government Revokes Atiku Abubakar’s Waziri Title In New Policy Shift. In a surprising move, the Adamawa State Government, led by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has revoked the prestigious traditional title of Waziri Adamawa previously held by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. The decision, announced on 24 June 2025, is part of a new policy mandating that all titleholders and council members within the state’s emirate councils must be indigenes of their respective chiefdoms. The Waziri Adamawa title, considered the second-highest authority after the Lamido of Adamawa, is a significant honour within the Adamawa Emirate Council. The state…

BREAKING: Nigerian Police Arrest 28 Suspects In Connection With Yelewata Massacre. The Inspector-General of Police, Mr Kayode Egbetokun, has announced the arrest of 28 individuals linked to the horrific massacre in Yelewata, Guma Local Government Area, Benue State, where an estimated 100–200 people were killed between 13 and 14 June 2025. The arrests follow a directive from President Bola Tinubu, issued during a stakeholders’ meeting on 18 June at the Benue State Government House. Expressing dismay that no arrests had been made initially, the President demanded the immediate apprehension of those responsible for the “heinous crime” and called for…

BREAKING NEWS: NYSC Extends Service Year Of Ms Rita Ushie “Raye” By Two Months. The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has extended the service year of Ms Rita Ushie Uguamaye—widely known as “Raye” on Instagram—by two months. The decision follows her viral criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration over the deteriorating economic situation in Nigeria, Sahara Reporters has confirmed. Ms Ushie, who serves in Lagos with NYSC, posted a tearful TikTok video under the handle @talktoraye, decrying soaring living costs, inflation, crippling transport fares, and poor utility services. In the clip, she described the President as “terrible” and lamented, “The money I…