Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Lagos Governor Approves New Apapa Business Office To Boost Infrastructure And Commerce. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has authorised the creation of the Apapa Central Business Office to address infrastructure challenges and cultivate a thriving business environment in Lagos State, according to the Special Adviser on Central Business Districts (CBD), Bola Olumegbon-Lawal. Speaking on Thursday at the ongoing ministerial press briefing marking the second anniversary of Sanwo-Olu’s second term, Olumegbon-Lawal praised the governor’s transformative leadership, which has significantly enhanced Lagos’s infrastructure and economic landscape. She outlined the Lagos CBD’s efforts to foster a business-friendly atmosphere through effective traffic management, improved environmental…

Senate Forms Committee For National Security Summit, Pushes For Tougher Oil Theft Laws. The Senate has established a 20-member committee to organise a national summit to address Nigeria’s escalating security challenges, Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced during Thursday’s plenary session. The decision, backed unanimously through a voice vote, reflects growing concerns over insecurity across the country. The committee, chaired by Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele (APC, Ekiti Central) with Yahaya Abdullahi (Kebbi North) as vice chairman, includes senators such as Austin Akobundu (Abia), Adams Oshiomhole (Edo), and Shuaib Salisu (Ogun), alongside the Clerk of the Senate, Andrew Nwoba. Tasked with…

Coalition Demands DSS Transparency On Alleged Corruption Probe Of Former EFCC Chairman Bawa. The Coalition of Activists Against Corruption in Nigeria (CAACIN) has urged the Department of State Security Services (DSS) to disclose the findings of their investigation into alleged corrupt practices by Abdulrasheed Bawa, the former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a statement issued on Thursday, CAACIN’s spokesperson, Comrade Ahmed Aliyu, expressed concern over the DSS’s silence regarding the probe, which followed Bawa’s detention and interrogation for over four months in 2023. Aliyu argued that if the allegations against Bawa warrant legal action,…

Mexican Influencer’s Murder On TikTok Live Sparks Femicide Probe And Cartel Speculation. The tragic death of a 23-year-old Mexican influencer, shot dead while live streaming on TikTok, has sent shockwaves through Mexico, prompting a femicide investigation and fuelling speculation about cartel involvement. Valeria Márquez, a rising social media star, was killed on Tuesday at Blossom The Beauty Lounge, her beauty salon in Zapopan, a town in Jalisco state. The state prosecutor’s office has classified the crime as a femicide, indicating that the attack was likely motivated by her gender. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum addressed the incident, stating, “We’re…

Thirteen Injured As Car Ploughs Into Crowd Outside Espanyol-Barcelona Derby. Thirteen people were injured when a car crashed into a group of football fans gathered outside the RCDE Stadium in Barcelona during Thursday’s derby match between Espanyol and Barcelona, local authorities have confirmed. The incident occurred as Espanyol supporters assembled to greet their team’s coach ahead of the La Liga clash, which saw Barcelona secure the league title with a 2-0 victory. Police in Barcelona reported that four of the injured were taken to hospital, though none are believed to be in serious condition. The most severe injury reported…

Cristiano Ronaldo Retains Crown As World’s Highest-Paid Athlete For Third Year Running. Cristiano Ronaldo has once again been named the world’s highest-paid athlete by Forbes, securing the top spot for the third consecutive year and the fifth time in his illustrious career. The business magazine reports that the 40-year-old Portugal forward, now plying his trade with Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League, has boosted his estimated total earnings by $15m to a staggering $275m (£206.6m). This figure places Ronaldo among the all-time elite, surpassed only by former world champion boxer Floyd Mayweather, who earned $300m (£194m) in 2015…

Real Madrid To Sign Bournemouth’s Dean Huijsen In £50m Deal. Real Madrid are poised to secure the signature of Bournemouth’s highly-rated centre-back Dean Huijsen after agreeing to meet his £50m release clause, BBC Sport understands. The 20-year-old Spain international is nearing an agreement on personal terms with the La Liga giants, having rejected several offers to remain in the Premier League. Huijsen, who joined Bournemouth from Juventus for £12.6m last summer, has made 34 appearances for the Cherries this season, scoring three goals. His standout performances, including a towering header in a 1-0 victory over Tottenham in December, have…

Homa Bay Grandmother’s Chicken Payment Sparks Heartwarming Community Support. In a touching display of determination and love, a grandmother from Adiedo, Homa Bay County, Kenya, made headlines after bringing six live chickens to Adiedo Mixed Secondary School as partial payment for her grandchildren’s outstanding school fees. The grandmother, Consolata Aoko Oduya, took the unconventional step after her grandchildren, Hillary Omondi and Mitchell Akoth, were sent home due to an unpaid fee balance of KSh 245,000 (£1,450). Her heartfelt gesture not only highlighted the challenges faced by many families but also inspired an outpouring of support from across the region. …

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu To Attend Pope Leo XIV’s Inauguration In Rome. In a significant diplomatic and religious engagement, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja for Rome, Italy, this Saturday, 17 May 2025, to attend the inauguration of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, the newly elected head of the Roman Catholic Church. The invitation, extended by the Vatican, underscores the global importance of the event and Nigeria’s prominent role on the world stage. According to a statement released by the Presidency, President Tinubu will join world leaders and Catholic dignitaries at a solemn mass in St. Peter’s Square,…

Barcelona Clinch 2024-25 La Liga Title With Derby Triumph Over Espanyol. FC Barcelona have been crowned champions of the 2024-25 La Liga season, securing their 28th league title with a commanding 2-0 victory over city rivals Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium. The win, sealed by goals from Lamine Yamal and Fermín López, moved Barcelona an insurmountable seven points clear of second-placed Real Madrid with just two matches remaining, marking a triumphant debut season for manager Hansi Flick. The Catalan giants’ path to the title was punctuated by a thrilling 4-3 comeback victory over Real Madrid in the final El…

Chris Brown Arrested In Manchester Over Alleged 2023 Nightclub Assault. American R&B singer Chris Brown was arrested in Manchester, England, early Thursday morning, May 15, 2025, in connection with an alleged assault at a London nightclub in February 2023. The 36-year-old Grammy-winning artist was detained at The Lowry Hotel in Salford, shortly after arriving in the UK via private jet, authorities confirmed. The Metropolitan Police stated that a 36-year-old man, identified by multiple sources as Brown, was arrested around 2:00 AM on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm. “The arrest relates to an incident at a venue in Hanover…

Trump’s Historic UAE Visit Strengthens Ties, Sparks Billion-Dollar Deals. President Donald J. Trump concluded his high-profile Middle East tour with a landmark visit to the United Arab Emirates, marking the first U.S. presidential trip to the Gulf nation in nearly two decades. The visit, which capped a four-day regional swing through Saudi Arabia and Qatar, underscored a renewed focus on deepening U.S.-Emirati ties, with major agreements in artificial intelligence, defense, and energy taking center stage. The trip, hailed as a diplomatic and economic success, showcased Trump’s deal-making prowess and set the stage for unprecedented collaboration between the two nations. …