Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

IGP Visits Benue, Deploys Additional Forces To Tackle Violence. The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has arrived in Benue State and ordered the immediate deployment of additional tactical units to address the recent surge in violent attacks that have claimed numerous lives. The Nigeria Police Force announced this development in a statement posted on Monday via its official X account, stating: “IGP arrives Benue, orders for additional deployment of tactical teams.” This decisive action follows a series of deadly incidents in the state, which have heightened concerns over security. Reports indicate that at least 100 people were…

Sowore Challenges Tinubu’s Activist Credentials Amid National Honours Controversy. Human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has publicly disputed claims that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was a prominent figure in Nigeria’s pro-democracy movement during the military era. The statement, reported by The Guardian Nigeria on 13 June 2025, has reignited debate over Tinubu’s historical role and his recent conferment of national honours. Sowore, the convener of the #RevolutionNow movement, made the remarks in response to speculations about his exclusion from a list of national honourees announced by President Tinubu. The president conferred posthumous honours on figures such…

Dangote Refinery To Launch Nationwide Fuel Distribution With Free Logistics From August 15. Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced the commencement of nationwide distribution of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, and diesel starting 15 August 2025. The initiative, backed by the deployment of 4,000 brand-new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered tankers, aims to enhance fuel availability and affordability across the country at no additional logistics cost to buyers. According to a statement released by the refinery on Sunday, 15 June 2025, this ambitious programme will supply fuel directly to petrol stations, marketers, manufacturers, telecommunications firms, aviation operators, and…

TikTok Star Jarvis In Tears During Livestream Over Rift With Fiancé Peller. In a heart-wrenching moment that captured the attention of thousands, popular TikTok influencer Jarvis broke down in tears during a recent livestream, revealing tensions in her relationship with fellow content creator and fiancé, Peller. The emotional scene unfolded during a joint live session featuring influencers Sandra Benede and Seun Pizzle. Jarvis, visibly upset, accused Peller of betraying her trust by discussing private matters on his own livestreams. “He doesn’t know how to filter his words when he’s live,” she said, her voice trembling as she explained why…

Mysterious Radio Waves Detected Beneath Antarctica’s Ice Baffle Scientists. Scientists working in the remote expanse of Antarctica have uncovered a puzzling phenomenon: mysterious radio waves emanating from beneath the continent’s thick ice sheets. The discovery, made by the Antarctic Impulsive Transient Antenna (ANITA) experiment, has left researchers questioning established principles of particle physics and hinting at the possibility of undiscovered phenomena. ANITA, a NASA-funded project involving an international team including scientists from Penn State, uses balloon-borne instruments flown 40 kilometres above the Antarctic ice to detect radio waves from cosmic rays interacting with the atmosphere. The experiment, designed to…

Urgent Call For Self-Defence In Benue As Barbaric Killings By Herdsmen Continues. A prominent religious leader, Apostle Johnson Suleman, has issued a passionate plea for the people of Benue State to take up self-defence amid what he describes as “evil, barbaric, and a mayhem” unfolding in the region. In a striking post on X, the cleric, known as @APOSTLESULEMAN, has criticised the federal government’s handling of security, urging officials to admit their shortcomings and allow citizens to protect themselves. Apostle Suleman highlighted the constitutional right to self-defence, stating that the current situation in Benue, as well as in Jos,…

Pope Leo Prays For Victims Of ‘Terrible Massacre’ In Nigeria’s Benue State. In a heartfelt address before delivering the Sunday Angelus prayer on 15 June 2025, Pope Leo expressed profound sorrow for the victims of a “terrible massacre” in Yelwata, located in the Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria. The pontiff revealed that around 200 people, predominantly internally displaced persons sheltered by a local Catholic mission, were “brutally killed” during the night of 13-14 June. Speaking with deep compassion, Pope Leo prayed for “security, justice, and peace” in Nigeria, with a particular focus on the “rural Christian…

Chaos Erupts At APC North-East Meeting Over Tinubu-Shettima Endorsement For 2027. A highly anticipated All Progressives Congress (APC) North-East Consultative Meeting in Gombe descended into chaos on Sunday, 15 June 2025, as party stakeholders clashed over the endorsement of President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima for a second term in the 2027 general elections. The meeting, attended by prominent figures including Governors Babagana Zulum of Borno, Mai Mala Buni of Yobe, and Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe, alongside thousands of party members, was meant to solidify support for the Tinubu-Shettima ticket. However, tensions flared when Comrade Mustapha…

Israel Launches Airstrike In Yemen Targeting Senior Houthi Military Official. Israel conducted a targeted airstrike in Yemen overnight on Saturday, aiming to eliminate a senior military official of the Iranian-backed Houthi militia, according to an Israeli military source. The strike, which took place amidst heightened regional tensions, marks a bold escalation in Israel’s efforts to counter Iran’s influence through its proxies in the Middle East. The operation reportedly focused on Muhammad Abd al-Karim al-Ghamari, the Houthi military chief of staff, who is believed to play a key role in coordinating the group’s missile programme and its ties with Iran.…

Israel And Iran Engage In Fierce Aerial Conflict, Leaving Casualties And Heightened Tensions. Israel and Iran have been locked in intense military exchanges for over two days, marking some of the most severe hostilities between the two nations in decades. The heavily armed adversaries have traded missile and rocket attacks, escalating regional tensions and raising fears of a broader conflict. The violence intensified on Friday evening, with Iranian missiles targeting Tel Aviv, Israel’s commercial hub. According to local authorities, at least three people were killed and more than 170 injured during an aerial battle that continued into Saturday morning.…

USA Considers Visa Ban On Nigeria And 24 Other African Nations. In a development that has sparked widespread discussion, the United States is reportedly considering imposing a visa ban on Nigeria and 24 other African countries, according to a recent report by The Washington Post. The proposal, outlined in a memo signed by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and sent to diplomats on Saturday, reflects growing concerns over security and immigration policies under the Trump administration. The list of affected nations includes a diverse range of African countries such as Angola, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Côte…

Apple Raises Apple Music Subscription Prices In Nigeria. Apple has announced a significant increase in its Apple Music subscription prices in Nigeria, set to take effect from 12 July 2025. The tech giant revealed plans to raise the individual plan from ₦1,000 to ₦1,300 per month, marking a 30% hike, as confirmed through emails sent to subscribers earlier this month. The price adjustment, the first major change since November 2022, reflects Apple’s efforts to align its pricing with market dynamics and rising operational costs, including licensing fees. This move comes amid a notable growth in Nigeria’s subscriber base, which…