Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway Revived After Four Decades. In a historic move, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given the green light to revive the Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway, a long-abandoned infrastructure project originally conceived in the early 1980s. The project aims to significantly enhance transportation and connectivity between Nigeria’s Northwest and Southwest regions, easing the logistical challenges faced by residents and businesses across these areas. The groundbreaking ceremony for the ambitious 1,068-kilometre highway took place in Gulumbe town, Birnin Kebbi Local Government Area, Kebbi State. Governor Nasir Idris, representing President Tinubu, expressed the gratitude of the Northwest region, stating that the…

BREAKING: An LA Court has found Tory Lanez to be innocent and are awaiting to reinvestigate his case to see if he was unfairly prosecuted. Tory Lanez, whose real name is Daystar Peterson, is currently serving a 10-year prison sentence after being convicted for shooting rapper Megan Thee Stallion. In recent months, Lanez’s legal team has continued to seek an appeal, focusing on claims of “erroneous admission of evidence” and “prosecutorial misconduct.” His appeal is based on assertions that certain aspects of the trial process were flawed; however, it has not yet led to a court decision overturning…

Israel Conducts ‘Precise Strikes on Military Targets’ in Iran Amid Rising Tensions. Israel has confirmed it is conducting targeted airstrikes on military sites within Iran, describing the action as a defensive response to continued aggression from the Iranian regime. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported that these “precise strikes” follow “months of continuous attacks” originating from Iran, including a ballistic missile attack on Israel on 1 October. The White House has expressed support for Israel’s actions, acknowledging the strikes as an “exercise of self-defence.” A National Security Council spokesperson stated, “We understand that Israel is conducting targeted strikes against…

Oyo Police Arrest 47 Suspected Kidnappers, Armed Robbers, And Rapists. The Oyo State Police Command has arrested 47 individuals suspected of involvement in a range of criminal activities, including kidnapping, armed robbery, rape, and hijacking. The arrests were part of the command’s intensified efforts to combat crime within the state. Speaking on behalf of the Oyo State Commissioner of Police, Ayodele Sonubi, the command’s spokesperson, SP Adewale Osifeso, provided details during a press briefing. He revealed that the arrests led to the recovery of several items, including one AK-47 rifle, two locally-made pistols, two vehicles, 170 bags of wheat,…

Nigeria Customs Intercepts Contraband Worth N323 Million, Arrests Five Suspects In Kebbi. The Kebbi State Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has made a significant breakthrough in its ongoing fight against smuggling, seizing contraband goods valued at N323 million. This was announced during a press briefing in Birnin Kebbi by the Customs Area Comptroller, Iheanacho Ernest-Ojike, who provided details on the command’s achievements for the third quarter of 2024. Among the confiscated items were 367 bales of secondhand clothing, 16,300 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), 74 cartons of assorted medicaments, and eight bags of foreign parboiled rice,…

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Receives 63% Pay Rise Despite Request For Reduction. Satya Nadella, the chief executive of Microsoft, saw his earnings soar to $79.1m (£61m) over the past year, marking a 63% increase from the previous year. This significant rise came despite Nadella’s personal request to reduce one component of his compensation due to cybersecurity flaws at the tech giant. His request resulted in a $5m reduction from what he might have otherwise received. Like many major tech companies, Microsoft has faced challenges, including laying off thousands of employees, particularly in its gaming division. However, the company’s overall…

Helicopter Crash Claims Eight Lives Near Oil Platform, Following Search Efforts. A tragic helicopter crash occurred off the coast of Rivers State on Thursday, 24th October 2024, claiming the lives of all eight individuals on board. The helicopter, an S76C+ with registration 5N-BQG, was owned by East Wing Aviation and was on a routine flight when it crashed into the ocean near the Mimbo platform, operated by Antan Producing Limited. The aircraft was carrying two crew members and six passengers, all of whom are feared dead. The exact cause of the crash remains unknown, but authorities have launched an…

Obasanjo Raises Concerns Over Nigeria’s Growing Debt Despite Previous Surplus. Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed deep concern over the country’s current debt levels, highlighting the significant financial resources he left in office in 2007, now apparently depleted. In an exclusive interview with News Central Television’s Kayode Akintemi, Obasanjo revealed that he left Nigeria with nearly $70 billion in reserves, comprising a $45 billion national reserve and $25 billion in a designated “excess crude” account. Reflecting on his administration, he explained that his government had inherited a debt of almost $36 billion in 1999, which they successfully reduced…

Cardi B Hospitalised Following Medical Emergency. American rapper Cardi B, born Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar, is recovering in hospital after experiencing a medical emergency. The 32-year-old artist, who recently welcomed her third child with her ex-husband Offset, revealed that she has spent several days under medical care. In a statement shared on her social media pages, Cardi B expressed regret over cancelling her scheduled performance at the upcoming One Music Fest. Although she did not specify the nature of her ailment, the rapper reassured fans that she intends to return “better and stronger.” “I am so sad to share…

En-Nesyri’s Header Secures Draw For Fenerbahçe Against Manchester United. A resilient Fenerbahçe side salvaged a valuable 1-1 draw against Manchester United, thanks to an equaliser from Youssef En-Nesyri. The Moroccan striker’s powerful header in the early stages of second half countered an early lead established by Christian Eriksen and denied United victory. Manchester United started strong, breaking the deadlock in the first half when Eriksen found the net from the edge of the area, set up by Joshua Zirkzee. The Danish midfielder’s precise finish put the visitors ahead and underlined United’s early dominance in the match. Despite mounting pressure…

Felix Shines As Chelsea Honour George Baldock In Emotional UEFA Conference League Win. Joao Felix scored twice as Chelsea secured a 4-1 victory over Panathinaikos in an emotional UEFA Conference League match, marked by heartfelt tributes to former Panathinaikos defender George Baldock. This was the Greek side’s first home game since Baldock’s tragic passing on 9 October at the age of 31, and the night was filled with gestures of respect for the beloved player. Before kick-off, Panathinaikos players warmed up in shirts bearing Baldock’s number, 32, while Chelsea players held up a shirt with his name and number.…

Historic Win For The New Saints In UEFA Conference League. The New Saints (TNS) have made history as the first Welsh club within the domestic football pyramid to win in the group stage of a major European competition. The Cymru Premier champions celebrated a remarkable 2-0 victory over Kazakh side Astana at The Croud Meadow in Shrewsbury, marking a significant milestone for Welsh football. The opening goal came in the 40th minute, courtesy of Rory Holden, whose header from a well-placed cross by Jordan Williams gave TNS the lead. This was the club’s first-ever goal in the UEFA Conference…