Author: Olukayode Oke

Ebonyi Governor’s Father Crowned Traditional Ruler Of Oferekpe Agbaja. Chief Ezekiel Nwankpu, father of Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru, has been crowned the traditional ruler of the Oferekpe Agbaja Autonomous Community in Izzi Local Government Area. A respected figure in the community, Ezeogo Nwankpu is well-known for his successful farming career and his remarkable family legacy. Married to 19 wives, of whom 17 are still alive, he is the proud father of 108 children, including Governor Nwifuru, who is the son of his fourth wife. The crowning of Ezeogo Nwankpu as the traditional ruler marks a significant moment…

Nigerian Army Chief Confident About Eradicating Insurgent Group ‘Lakurawa’. Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), has expressed confidence that the insurgent group Lakurawa will soon be eradicated. He credited this optimism to strengthened cooperation with neighbouring countries and the adoption of fresh strategies by the Nigerian Army to address emerging security threats. Speaking to State House correspondents after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Monday, General Oluyede reaffirmed his commitment to improving Nigeria’s security. “I am here to reassure Mr President that I will do my best to…

Kogi State First Lady Advocates Responsible Social Media Use And Youth Empowerment. The First Lady of Kogi State, Hajia Sefinat Usman Ododo, has called on young people to approach social media with caution, urging them to embrace positive choices for a brighter future. Her appeal was made on Monday at the Palace of the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland in Okene during the ongoing 16 Days of Activism and Awareness Campaign on the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls. Mrs Ododo expressed concern about the negative influence of social media, particularly on young women, and encouraged them to uphold behaviours…

Google Unveils Revolutionary Quantum Chip “Willow”. Google has unveiled its latest quantum computing chip, named “Willow,” which the tech giant claims can solve problems in five minutes that would take the world’s fastest supercomputers an astonishing 10 septillion years to complete. Quantum computing represents a groundbreaking approach to technology, leveraging the principles of particle physics to revolutionise computational power. Google asserts that Willow incorporates significant “breakthroughs” and marks a pivotal step toward creating large-scale quantum computers capable of tackling real-world challenges. However, experts caution that while Willow is a major milestone, it remains a primarily experimental device. A…

Premier League’s Case Against Manchester City Concludes The long-anticipated hearing into the Premier League’s 115 charges against Manchester City has officially concluded. The charges, which were initially brought forward in February 2023, centre on alleged breaches of financial regulations spanning several seasons. The case has drawn widespread attention, with debates over its potential implications for the club and English football as a whole. A verdict is expected to be delivered in the coming months, marking a significant milestone in one of the most high-profile investigations in Premier League history. Manchester City have consistently denied any wrongdoing and…

Court Dismisses Contractor’s Application To Halt $65 Million Money Laundering Case. A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed an application filed by Mr. Tarry Rufus, Chief Executive Officer of Good Earth Power Nigeria Limited, seeking to prevent the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) from prosecuting him in a $65 million money laundering case. Presiding over the case, Honourable Justice Yilwa H. Joseph ruled that evidence presented during investigations demonstrated a prima facie case against Mr. Rufus, along with Mr. Gimba Kumo Ya’u (former Managing Director of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria) and Mr.…

Obasanjo: Only Leaders Ordained By God Will Succeed. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has asserted that leaders who are either self-made or enthroned by Satan are bound to fail. Speaking during a Zoom programme, Boiling Point Arena, hosted by a radio station in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Obasanjo emphasised that leadership ordained by God has a greater likelihood of success. While rejecting the notion that all leaders are divinely chosen, he clarified that leadership can also emerge from malevolent influences. “Most leaders are prepared by God and put in place by Him. When that happens, the chances of success are…

Premier League Referee David Coote Dismissed After Investigation. Premier League referee David Coote has been dismissed by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) following a “thorough investigation” into allegations of misconduct. The 42-year-old official was suspended on 11 November after a video allegedly showing him making derogatory remarks about Liverpool and their former manager, Jürgen Klopp, surfaced on social media. Days later, further allegations emerged when photos published by *The Sun* reportedly depicted Coote using a white powder during the summer’s European Championship. In a statement, the PGMOL described Coote’s actions as a “serious breach” of…

Assad Toppled As Rebels Capture Damascus, Ending Nearly A Decade Of Rule. In a dramatic turn of events, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has been removed from power following the capture of Damascus by rebel forces. The fall of Syria’s long-time leader marks the end of nearly a decade of his rule, sustained by Russian military intervention since 2015. Assad, along with his family, has reportedly fled to Moscow, where the Kremlin has granted them asylum on “humanitarian grounds.” The sudden collapse of his government has sent shockwaves through Syria and the broader Middle East, bringing to an end a regime…

Formula 1 Prepares For Thrilling 2025 Season: Big Changes, New Drivers, and Exciting Milestones. The curtain has closed on the record-breaking 2024 Formula 1 season, which saw Max Verstappen secure his fourth drivers’ title and McLaren celebrate their first Constructors’ Championship since 1998. With the 2025 season marking the 75th anniversary of the Formula 1 World Championship, anticipation is already building for what promises to be an electrifying year on the grid.  Hamilton Joins Ferrari One of the most anticipated moves is Lewis Hamilton’s switch from Mercedes to Ferrari. After a glittering 12-year stint with Mercedes, where he…

Missing 4-Year-Old Found Safe By Police In Abuja. A four-year-old child, Hope Evans, who was declared missing in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has been safely rescued by police operatives in Abuja. Spokeswoman for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed the development on Saturday. She disclosed that the child had been reported missing by his mother, Ms Lydia Jonah Gabriel, on 31 October 2024.  Incident Details  The child disappeared after being lured away from his primary school in Azube, Port Harcourt, by a suspect identified as Blessing Okoi. According to SP Adeh, the suspect…

Chelsea Close Gap On Liverpool As Premier League Title Race Heats Up. Chelsea secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, moving into second place and reducing Liverpool’s lead at the top of the Premier League to just four points. Despite this achievement, Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca maintained his stance that his young squad is not yet ready to contend for the title. The win marks Chelsea’s ninth in 15 matches, highlighting their strong form this season. However, Maresca remains cautious about raising expectations, insisting that his side still has room for growth. Tottenham’s Struggles Continue…