Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Canada Returnee Jailed For Three Months After Assaulting Lagos KAI Officer. A 52-year-old Canadian returnee, Morufudeen Idowu, has been sentenced to three months in prison for assaulting an official of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps, commonly known as KAI, during a routine enforcement operation at Ojota. The conviction, handed down by a Magistrate Court in Bolade, Oshodi, on Friday, 13 June 2025, follows Idowu’s guilty plea for crossing the Ojota Expressway illegally, resisting arrest, and attacking a KAI officer, causing bodily injuries. The incident occurred when KAI officials, tasked with enforcing Lagos State’s pedestrian safety regulations, confronted Idowu…

Kenneth Okonkwo Accuses Peter Obi Of Betrayal, Signals Political Shift Ahead Of 2027 Elections. Veteran Nollywood actor and politician Kenneth Okonkwo has publicly accused Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, of betraying him, reigniting tensions within Nigeria’s political landscape. In a fiery statement shared on social media platform X on 13 June 2025, Okonkwo, a former spokesperson for the LP’s presidential campaign, expressed disillusionment with Obi’s leadership, claiming it has derailed his vision for a new Nigeria. The remarks, made during an interview on Voice of the People 90.3 FM, have sparked widespread debate as the nation…

Tinubu’s Reforms Rescued Nigeria’s Economy From Collapse, Says Soludo, But Challenges Remain. Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo has praised President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, crediting them with saving Nigeria from the brink of economic collapse. Speaking at The Platform, a policy and leadership forum hosted by The Covenant Nation in Lagos on Thursday, 12 June 2025, the former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor described the reforms as “audacious” and essential for stabilising a critically ailing economy. However, he cautioned that significant challenges lie ahead in achieving sustainable growth. Soludo, addressing a high-profile audience that included former INEC Chairman…

PANDEF Applauds Tinubu For Honouring Ken Saro-Wiwa, Urges Restoration Of Democratic Order In Rivers. The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has lauded President Bola Tinubu for his decision to grant national honours and a full state pardon to the late environmental activist Ken Saro-Wiwa and eight other Ogoni activists, collectively known as the Ogoni Nine. The announcement, made on Democracy Day, marks a significant step towards acknowledging the sacrifices of these figures, who were executed nearly three decades ago under the military regime of Sani Abacha. In a statement issued on Friday by PANDEF’s National Chairman, Ambassador Godknows Igali,…

Sowore Vows To Sue Tinubu Over National Honour Listing, Rejects Any Recognition. Prominent activist and publisher Omoyele Sowore has issued a stern warning to President Bola Tinubu, vowing to take legal action for defamation if his name is included in any national honours list. The statement, made on Friday, 13 June 2025, via Sowore’s social media handles, comes amid speculation about potential recipients of Nigeria’s prestigious national awards in 2025. The outspoken critic of the Tinubu administration made it clear he would not only reject any such honour but also pursue legal redress, describing any attempt to include him as…

NPFL 2025/26 Season To Kick Off On 22 August, Announces Chairman Gbenga Elegbeleye. The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) is gearing up for an exciting 2025/26 season, with the campaign set to commence on Friday, 22 August 2025, and conclude on 24 May 2026. The announcement was made by NPFL Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, during a media briefing at the league’s headquarters in Abuja on Friday, 13 June 2025. Elegbeleye expressed confidence in the league’s commitment to maintaining a consistent football calendar, aligning with global standards. “We are determined to establish a traditional period for the competition to enable…

Dangote Refinery Slashes Nigeria’s Petrol Import Bill By 54% In Q1 2025. In a transformative shift for Nigeria’s energy sector, the country’s reliance on imported petrol has plummeted, with the petrol import bill dropping by an impressive 54% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2025, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The significant decline, from $2.6 billion in Q1 2024 to $1.2 billion in Q1 2025, is largely attributed to the ramp-up of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, which has begun operating at near-full capacity. The 650,000-barrel-per-day refinery, which commenced full-scale production in late 2024, has reshaped Nigeria’s fuel…

Breaking News: Iran Launches Ballistic Missile Attack On Israel, Escalating Tensions. Explosions rocked Jerusalem and Tel Aviv on Friday evening as Iran launched a barrage of ballistic missiles targeting Israel, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between the two nations. The Israeli military reported over 10 missile impacts, with strikes occurring near the Israeli Defence Ministry headquarters in Tel Aviv, prompting widespread alarm and forcing residents into bomb shelters. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility for the attack, codenamed “True Promise 3,” asserting it was a retaliatory response to Israeli airstrikes earlier that day on…

Kevin De Bruyne Joins Napoli On Free Transfer After Glittering Decade At Manchester City. Serie A champions Napoli have announced the signing of Belgian midfield maestro Kevin De Bruyne on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract with Manchester City. The 33-year-old, widely regarded as one of the Premier League’s finest-ever players, has signed a two-year deal with an option for a third year, marking a new chapter in his illustrious career under Napoli’s head coach, Antonio Conte. De Bruyne’s move to the Diego Maradona Stadium was confirmed on 12 June 2025, with Napoli unveiling their…

Manchester United Confirm Signing Of Matheus Cunha from Wolves In £62.5m Deal. Manchester United have officially completed the signing of Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers, marking their first acquisition of the summer transfer window. The 26-year-old, who has signed a five-year contract with an option for an additional year, joins the Red Devils for a club-record £62.5 million, paid in three instalments over two years, after United triggered the release clause in his Wolves contract. Cunha, a versatile forward capable of playing as a No. 10 or across the front line, expressed his delight at fulfilling a…

NPFL Challenges Eunisell Over Unauthorised Golden Boot Award, Threatens FCCPC Action. The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has issued a stern warning to Eunisell Limited, a prominent chemical and oilfield solutions company, over its annual Eunisell Golden Boot Award, labelling it “illegal” and unauthorised. The NPFL board, led by Chairman Gbenga Elegbeleye, has threatened to escalate the matter to the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) if the award ceremony, scheduled for today at the Radisson Blu Hotel in GRA Ikeja, Lagos, proceeds without league approval. The Eunisell Golden Boot Award, established in 2018, honours the NPFL’s…

NNPC Posts Record ₦748bn Profit For April 2025, Signals Robust Growth. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has announced a remarkable profit after tax (PAT) of ₦748 billion for April 2025, alongside a staggering revenue of ₦5.89 trillion. The figures, revealed in the company’s Monthly Report Summary for April 2025, released on Thursday, underscore NNPC’s strong financial performance and renewed commitment to transparency under its new leadership, led by Group Chief Executive Officer Bayo Ojulari. The report highlights a robust operational performance, with crude oil and condensate production averaging 1.61 million barrels per day (bpd) in April,…