Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Jonathan Leads AU Observation Mission As Botswana Holds Peaceful Elections. The African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM), led by former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, is currently monitoring Botswana’s general elections. Jonathan, along with other AU observers, is overseeing polling stations in Gaborone to ensure a fair and transparent process. In a statement shared on social media, Jonathan expressed hope for a peaceful electoral process, stating, “Out early on Election Day in Botswana, we, as members of the African Union Election Observation Mission, visited some polling stations in Gaborone, the nation’s capital city.” This election is significant as it marks…

RCCG Pastor Suspended Amid Allegations, Denies Claims Of Homosexual Conduct. Ayorinde AdeBello, a pastor with the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has publicly denied recent allegations of homosexual conduct involving teenage boys, which led to his suspension. In a statement posted on social media, AdeBello expressed his frustration over what he described as a misinterpretation of his words and actions. The church’s suspension memo, dated 28 October, outlined the decision to temporarily relieve AdeBello and another church official of their duties. Signed by RCCG’s National Overseer, Sunday Akande, the memo emphasised the need for a thorough investigation and…

Governor Sule Defends Northern Stance On Tax Reform Bill, Calls For Fair VAT Distribution. Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule has affirmed that Northern governors are not opposed to President Bola Tinubu, despite recent objections to a tax reform bill put forward by his administration. Sule stressed that Northern leaders were instrumental in bringing Tinubu to office and are instead focused on ensuring fair economic policies. The tax reform bill, submitted by President Tinubu to the National Assembly on 3 October 2024, proposes significant changes, including renaming the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) to the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) and…

Brazilian Outcry Over Rodri’s Ballon d’Or Win Ahead Of Vinicius Junior. Brazilian journalists and politicians have voiced frustration after Manchester City’s Rodri was awarded the Ballon d’Or ahead of Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior. The decision, announced in Paris, has sparked widespread criticism in Brazil, where many argue Vinicius was unfairly overlooked. Vinicius, 24, had a standout season with Real Madrid, leading as their top scorer as they clinched the Champions League and La Liga titles. In contrast, Rodri enjoyed success with Manchester City, helping the club secure the Premier League, UEFA Super Cup, and Club World Cup, in addition…

China Declares Success As Its Youngest Astronaut Crew Reaches Space. China celebrated the successful launch of its Shenzhou 19 spacecraft, marking another milestone in its ambitious space programme. The three-person crew, including China’s first female space engineer, Wang Haoze, docked at the Tiangong space station following a journey of over six hours. The mission is set to last six months, during which the crew will conduct experiments and undertake spacewalks as China prepares for an eventual Moon mission by 2030. The launch, heralded as a “complete success” by Beijing, is part of an unprecedented year for Chinese space exploration,…

Harris’s Campaign Speech Overshadowed By Biden’s “Garbage” Comment, Trump Responds. Kamala Harris delivered a significant campaign speech in Washington, DC, on Tuesday night, encouraging voters to “turn the page on the drama and the conflict” in American politics. However, her message risked being eclipsed by a growing row over President Joe Biden’s recent remark. Footage surfaced showing Biden seemingly calling Donald Trump supporters “garbage,” sparking a wave of condemnation from Republicans and Trump’s own campaign. The White House clarified that Biden’s comment was aimed at recent hateful rhetoric against Puerto Ricans, not Trump supporters broadly. Nevertheless, the timing of…

Terrorists Occupy Nigeria’s Largest Military Training Camp, Lawmaker Raises Alarm. Reports have emerged that terrorists have taken control of Nigeria’s largest military training camp, the Nagwamase Military Cantonment, located in Kontagora, Niger State. The news was disclosed on Tuesday during a plenary session by Abdullahi Isah, a member of the Niger State House of Assembly representing Kontagora II State Constituency. According to Isah, these armed criminals have not only seized the camp but also displaced around 23 farming communities within the surrounding areas. Describing the severity of the situation, he stated that the terrorists have established at least eight…

Super Falcons Triumph Over Algeria With 4-1 Victory In Lagos Friendly. Nigeria’s Super Falcons delivered an impressive performance, defeating Algeria 4-1 in a friendly match held at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos, on Tuesday. Folashade Ijamilusi shone as the star of the match, securing a hat-trick for the nine-time African champions. Gift Monday, the Tenerife forward, added to Nigeria’s tally, contributing the fourth goal in what became a dominant display by the hosts. The Super Falcons took control early, with Ijamilusi opening the scoring in the 12th minute. Just seven minutes later, she found the net…

President Tinubu and President Biden Discuss Strengthened US-Nigeria Partnership. President Bola Tinubu held a significant call with US President Joe Biden, during which the two leaders discussed strengthening cooperation between their nations. The call, which lasted about 30 minutes, took place around 4 p.m. Nigerian time, with the conversation focusing on law enforcement, security, and the future role of Africa on the global stage. The discussion was confirmed by Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, who briefed State House correspondents on the conversation. A key topic was recent collaborative efforts in addressing financial crime compliance, particularly in…

NAPTIP Rescues Four Girls Trafficked From Akwa Ibom To Mali. The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has successfully rescued four young girls who were trafficked from Akwa Ibom to Mali for sexual exploitation. This operation, carried out with the assistance of the Global Anti-human Trafficking Organisation (GAHTO), has reunited the girls with their families in Nigeria. Mr Emmanuel Awhen, the Uyo Zonal Commander of NAPTIP, shared details of the rescue mission in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday. Awhen explained that one of the girls managed to reach out…

Peter Obi Criticises Call For New Aircraft For Vice President Shettima. Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticised the Speaker of the Borno State House of Assembly, Abdulkareem Lawan, for suggesting the Federal Government purchase a new aircraft for Vice President Kashim Shettima. Lawan had claimed Shettima’s life was at risk due to faults with the current presidential aircraft used for official engagements, urging the government to take action following a recent incident in the United States. Responding to the Speaker’s remarks, Obi condemned the call as “insensitive” amidst Nigeria’s economic difficulties, suggesting that such concerns are…

Dwyane Wade Statue Sparks Fan Backlash A newly unveiled statue of former NBA star Dwyane Wade in Miami has received a mixed reaction online, with some fans questioning its resemblance to the Miami Heat icon. The bronze statue, which captures Wade shouting “this is my house” after a game-winning three-point shot against the Chicago Bulls in 2009, was unveiled on Sunday with Wade calling it “beautiful”. However, the statue’s likeness has come under fire, with critics suggesting that it bears more resemblance to actors Laurence Fishburne or Kelsey Grammer than to Wade himself. NBA Hall of Famer Paul Pierce…