Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

NCC And MCSN Promote Copyright Awareness In Kaduna. The Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC), in partnership with the Musical Copyright Society of Nigeria (MCSN), hosted a stakeholders’ engagement and awareness event in Kaduna. The event, themed “Enjoy Music, Respect Copyright, Protect Your Business,” aimed to educate music users on copyright laws and highlight the significance of paying royalties to support musicians and the creative industry. Speaking at the event, Mrs Rukayya Yeldu, the State Coordinator of the NCC Kaduna office, stressed the vital role copyright laws play in protecting the livelihood of musicians and other creative professionals. She reminded attendees…

CBN Waives 2025 Licence Renewal Fees For Bureaux de Change. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has declared a waiver on the annual licence renewal fee for existing bureaux de change (BDCs). This significant policy shift, part of the 2024 guidelines, aims to ease the financial burden on operators amidst ongoing economic adjustments. The CBN’s announcement, which came as a surprise to many in the sector, promises to alleviate immediate cash flow concerns for BDCs. “This decision is seen as a supportive gesture by the CBN to ensure a smoother transition for BDCs under the new regulatory structure,” a…

Timileyin Ajayi Suspected Killer Of Girlfriend Arraigned In Nasarawa High Court. Timileyin Ajayi, the 32-year-old man accused of killing Salome Adaidu, a 24-year-old National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, has been arraigned at the High Court of Justice, Lafia, Nasarawa State. Ajayi faces a charge of culpable homicide punishable by death, as defined under Section 221 of the Penal Code of Northern Nigeria. He appeared before Justice Simon Aboki on Monday, where he pleaded not guilty to the charge. The trial has been adjourned to 17th–20th March 2025 to ensure an accelerated process. Legal Representatives Speak   The prosecuting…

Sowore Rejects Police Bail Conditions, Opts To Remain In Custody. Omoyele Sowore, activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), has declined bail conditions set by the Nigerian police, choosing instead to remain in custody. Sowore was summoned to the Force Headquarters in Abuja on Monday for questioning following a viral video he posted, alleging police extortion at a checkpoint in Lagos. Upon his arrival, accompanied by his legal team and supporters, the roads leading to the Louis Edet House and Federal Secretariat were heavily barricaded. The police outlined several allegations against him, including resisting and…

EFCC Operative Found Dead In Lagos Under Investigation. An official of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), identified as Sylvanus, has been discovered lifeless on a street in Lagos. In a video widely circulated online, the deceased was seen wearing burgundy traditional attire and lying unresponsive on the road. Bystanders, including two police officers, were captured attempting to search a small bag he was carrying for identification documents. Among the items retrieved was an EFCC identity card, which confirmed his affiliation with the anti-corruption agency. In the video, onlookers, including a policeman, could be heard remarking, “Where…

Super Eagles Draw Tunisia, Uganda, And Tanzania In AFCON 2025 Group Stage. The Nigerian national football team, popularly known as the Super Eagles, have been drawn into Group C for the upcoming African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, set to be hosted in Morocco. The draw was announced in a ceremony some moments ago, setting the stage for what promises to be a thrilling tournament. Nigeria will face off against Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania in their group. Here’s how the groups shape up: Group A: Morocco 🇲🇦 Mali 🇲🇱 Zambia 🇿🇲 Comoros 🇰🇲 Group B: Egypt 🇪🇬 South…

Trump Overhauls Military Policy: Bans Transgender Service, Revives Discharged Troops. As part of efforts to bring back sanity within the military of United States, President Donald Trump is poised to sign executive orders on January 27, 2025, that will introduce sweeping changes, according to sources close to the administration. These orders include the reinstatement of over 8,000 service members who were discharged for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine, offering them full back pay. Furthermore, the orders will implement a ban on transgender individuals serving in the military and halt Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes within the Department of Defense. …

Victor Osimhen Denies Journalist Assault Allegation. Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has firmly denied allegations that he assaulted a Turkish journalist following his team’s recent victory over Konyaspor. The Nigerian international dismissed the claims as baseless and vowed to take legal action to clear his name. The controversy arose after the journalist alleged that Osimhen punched him in reaction to unauthorised photographs being taken. However, Osimhen has categorically refuted the accusation, stating his side of the story during a post-match interview. “I didn’t hit anyone. They are lying,” Osimhen said. “I only told them to delete my photos and…

Atletico Madrid Drop Points In Title Race After Villarreal Draw. Atletico Madrid’s pursuit of the La Liga title faced a setback as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Villarreal at the Metropolitano Stadium. The result sees Diego Simeone’s side lose ground in the race for the top spot, leaving them a point behind Real Madrid. The visitors took the lead in the 20th minute when Gerard Moreno calmly converted a penalty following a clumsy challenge in the box. Villarreal’s early advantage put Atletico under pressure, forcing the home side to intensify their attacking efforts. Their persistence…

Thousands Of Palestinians Return To Northern Gaza Amid Hope And Devastation. Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians have begun their return to northern Gaza after Israeli authorities opened routes through the Netzarim Corridor. Drone footage captured the powerful sight of countless people walking along the coastal route, as they made their way back to their homes. However, those travelling by car face extensive delays, with checkpoints causing waits that could last for days. The return had been anticipated on Saturday, but a dispute over the fate of an Israeli hostage, Arbel Yehud, delayed the movement. Now, many are making the…

Ronaldo’s Remarkable Milestone: Al-Nassr Star Hits 920th Career Goal. Football Icon Cristiano Ronaldo, the forward for Al Nassr, has reached a staggering milestone by scoring his 920th career goal. The Portuguese legend found the net during a 3-1 victory over Al-Fateh in the Saudi Pro League on Sunday, bringing his league tally for the season to 14 goals. The match, held in Riyadh, showcased Ronaldo’s undiminished prowess on the pitch. His goal was not just a personal triumph but also pivotal in securing three crucial points for Al-Nassr, helping them maintain their position in third place in the league…

Maresca Maintains Trust In Sanchez Despite Costly Error. Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has reaffirmed his trust in goalkeeper Robert Sanchez despite the Spaniard’s high-profile error during the recent match against Manchester City. Sanchez, who was lobbed by Erling Haaland following a misjudged advance off his line, has now committed five errors leading directly to goals in the Premier League this season—more than any other player and the highest tally by a Chelsea player in a single campaign since 2007-08. The incident unfolded when Haaland capitalised on a long punt from City’s goalkeeper, Ederson, outmuscling Trevoh Chalobah in the process.…