Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Lookman Pays Courtesy Visit To President Tinubu, Presents CAF Award. Nigeria’s Super Eagles star and 2024 CAF African Footballer of the Year, Ademola Lookman, paid a courtesy visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at his residence in Lagos. During the meeting, Lookman proudly presented his prestigious award to the President, marking a moment of national pride and celebration. Lookman’s award-winning performances included a historic hat-trick in the 2024 UEFA Europa League final, securing Atalanta’s first-ever European trophy. He also scored crucial goals during Nigeria’s run to the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations final in Côte d’Ivoire. The 27-year-old forward’s…

Nigerian Forces Neutralize Notorious Boko Haram Commander In Borno State. Troops of Operation HADIN KAI, the Multinational Joint Task Force, and the Civilian Joint Task Force have successfully eliminated a high-profile Boko Haram commander, Amir Abu Fatima, along with his key deputies, in a daring operation in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State. The targeted assault, carried out on Friday morning at Alayaru village near Alagarno, marks a significant breakthrough in Nigeria’s efforts to dismantle terrorist networks in the northeast. Acting on credible intelligence, Special Forces led the coordinated attack, leveraging land, maritime, and aerial assets to strike…

Tragedy Strikes As 20 Kano Contingent Die In Devastating Auto Crash. A devastating accident has claimed the lives of 20 people, including athletes, journalists, medical personnel, and administrators, who were part of the Kano State contingent returning from the National Sports Festival in Ogun State. The incident occurred on Saturday morning around 9 am when the vehicle carrying the team fell off a bridge in Dakstalle town, approximately 50 kilometers from Kano. According to reports, the team had been traveling overnight since Thursday night after the completion of the festival. The Kano contingent had participated in the 22nd…

Nigeria Congratulates New African Development Bank President Dr Tah. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has congratulated Dr. Sidi Ould Tah on his election as President of the African Development Bank (AfDB). The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Bank’s Annual Meetings in Abidjan, where Edun extended warm congratulations on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Continuity and Results Edun welcomed Dr. Tah’s focus on continuity and results, reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to deepening its partnership with the AfDB under his leadership. Nigeria played a…

Super Eagles Star Ahmed Musa Ties The Knot With Fourth Wife. Nigerian football sensation Ahmed Musa has reportedly married his fourth wife, Asma’u Moriki, in a grand ceremony held in Kano. The wedding took place on Friday, May 30, after Musa left the Super Eagles’ camp in London, citing personal reasons. According to reports, Musa’s union with Moriki was a joyous celebration attended by friends and loved ones. Photos and videos from the event have flooded social media, showcasing the happy couple surrounded by well-wishers. However, Musa has yet to formally confirm the marriage. A Look at…

US Doubles Tariffs On Steel And Aluminium Imports To 50%. The United States has announced plans to double its tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from 25% to 50%, effective this Wednesday. President Donald Trump revealed the move at a rally in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, citing the need to boost the local steel industry and national supply while reducing reliance on China. Trump claimed that the increased tariffs would ensure the survival of US Steel, America’s largest steel manufacturer, which is based in Pittsburgh. “At 50%, they can no longer get over the fence,” he said. “We are once again…

ICPC And Nigerian Shippers’ Council Join Forces To Bolster Anti-Corruption Efforts In Maritime Sector. The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has pledged to deepen its partnership with the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) to enhance transparency, combat corruption, and foster capacity building in Nigeria’s vital marine and blue economy sector. The commitment was made during a courtesy visit by NSC Executive Secretary/CEO, Barrister Akutah Pius Ukeyima, MON, to the ICPC headquarters in Abuja on Friday. Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, Chairman of the ICPC, underscored the commission’s readiness to collaborate strategically with the NSC to drive…

Champions League Final Preview: PSG Vs Inter Milan – A Clash Of Contrasts In Munich. The footballing world turns its attention to the Allianz Arena on Saturday, 31 May 2025, as Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) face Inter Milan in the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League final, kicking off at 8:00 PM BST. This tantalising showdown, the first competitive meeting between these two European giants, pits PSG’s youthful, high-pressing flair against Inter’s disciplined, experienced tactical prowess, promising a thrilling battle for the coveted trophy. The Road to the Final PSG, under the guidance of Luis Enrique, have defied expectations to reach their…

Nigerian Military Detains Over 30 For Arms Theft Amid Ongoing Insurgency. The Nigerian military has arrested more than 30 individuals, including 18 soldiers, 15 mobile policemen, and eight civilians, for allegedly stealing weapons from military stockpiles and selling them to armed groups, including jihadists. The arrests, which include a traditional ruler among the civilians, were announced by military spokesman Ademola Owolana during a briefing on Wednesday, with details released to AFP on Friday. The detentions follow a targeted operation launched in August 2024 to curb the rampant theft of arms and ammunition, which has fuelled Nigeria’s ongoing security challenges.…

Devastating Floods In Niger State, Nigeria, Claim 115 Lives As Toll Expected To Rise. At least 115 people have lost their lives in catastrophic flash floods that tore through parts of central Nigeria’s Niger State, an emergency services official confirmed on Friday. The disaster, triggered by torrential rains late on Wednesday, has left a trail of destruction in the city of Mokwa, with more than 50 homes swept away and many residents still unaccounted for. Ibrahim Audu Husseini, spokesman for the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), told AFP, “We have so far recovered 115 bodies, and more are…

African Teams Face Thrilling Challenges At FIFA U-20 World Cup In Chile. Africa’s four representatives at the FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025 learned their group-stage fates following the official draw in Santiago on Thursday night. South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, and Morocco are set to showcase the continent’s burgeoning talent in a fiercely competitive 24-team tournament, running from 27 September to 19 October across Santiago, Rancagua, Talca, and Valparaiso. South Africa’s Amajita, fresh from clinching their maiden U-20 Africa Cup of Nations title earlier this month, face a stern test in Group E. Drawn against European heavyweights France, the…

Super Eagles And Reggae Boyz Set For Thrilling Unity Cup Final In London. Nigeria, champions of the inaugural Unity Cup in 2004, will face Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz in a highly anticipated final at Brentford’s Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday evening. The west London clash promises a vibrant spectacle of football, culture, and camaraderie, as both sides vie for the prestigious title. This year’s tournament has been a resounding success, delivering on its mission to foster unity among diverse communities in the UK. Fans have been treated to a heady mix of competitive sport and cultural celebration, with the event…