Author: Olukayode Oke

NFF Sparks Controversy With Re-appointment Of General Secretary. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has courted controversy with its decision to re-appoint Mohammed Sanusi as General Secretary for another three-year term, defying both presidential directives and civil service regulations. The move has raised questions about governance and accountability within Nigerian football. Sanusi, who has held the position since 2015, has faced allegations of corruption, mismanagement, incompetence, and nepotism throughout his tenure. Despite expectations that his term would conclude, the NFF extended his contract from 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2027, a decision that has been met with widespread criticism.…

Troops Halt Movement Of 174 Suspected Men At Niger Border Amid Security Concerns. Troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), operating under Sector 4 in Diffa, Republic of Niger, have intercepted 174 Nigerian men attempting to cross into Niger’s border communities. The men were stopped at Gueskeru, a crucial border town connecting Yobe State, Nigeria, with Niger. According to a statement from Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, spokesperson for the MNJTF, the group claimed they were travelling to the Lake Chad region for fishing activities. However, the situation raised security concerns due to the porous nature of the…

Mourinho Responds To Guardiola’s Premier League Title Comparison. José Mourinho has delivered a sharp response to Pep Guardiola’s recent comments highlighting the disparity in their Premier League title wins. Guardiola, who has won six Premier League trophies during his tenure at Manchester City, noted that this total is double Mourinho’s three titles, achieved during his stints with Chelsea. Speaking to reporters, Mourinho addressed the claim with a pointed remark: “He said something to me yesterday. He won six trophies, and I won three, but I won fairly and cleanly. I don’t want to win by dealing with 150 lawsuits.”…

Lagos State Pioneers Energy Revolution With 2024 Electricity Law. In a historic move to address its energy challenges, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has signed the Lagos State Electricity Law 2024 into effect. This groundbreaking legislation aims to transform the state’s power sector, ensuring reliable and sustainable electricity for over 24 million residents while fostering economic growth across key industries such as ICT and telecommunications. Tackling Lagos’ Energy Crisis Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial hub, has long struggled with an unreliable national electricity grid that has collapsed six times in 2024 alone. These disruptions have caused significant financial losses, particularly in…

Lagos To Commission $90,000 Biogas Plant At Ketu Fruit Market. Lagos State is set to benefit from a $90,000 biogas plant project at the Ikosi Fruit Market in Ketu, as part of efforts to improve waste management and reduce methane emissions. The project, funded through the UK Government-backed Urban Climate Action Programme (UCAP) and implemented by the Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources in partnership with C40 Cities, will be officially commissioned soon. This initiative was announced during a three-day annual Regional Academy event held in Lagos, which brought together representatives from cities across Africa. The…

Colombian Hitwoman ‘The Doll’ Arrested For Multiple Murders. A notorious Colombian hitwoman, known by the nickname “The Doll,” has reportedly been arrested in connection with several murders, including that of her ex-boyfriend. Local authorities have identified the suspect as a prominent figure in organised crime circles, allegedly responsible for a series of contract killings that have shocked the nation. Her arrest marks a significant breakthrough in efforts to curb violent crime in Colombia. According to reports, “The Doll” used her reputation and connections to evade capture for an extended period. However, law enforcement officials have confirmed that her…

Alex Iwobi’s Brace Edge Fulham Against Brighton In Dramatic Encounter. Fulham secured a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Brighton at a stormy Craven Cottage, with Alex Iwobi’s brace and a Matt O’Riley own goal proving decisive. The win, Fulham’s sixth of the season, propels them to sixth place in the Premier League, just one point behind Brighton. The match was played under relentless rain and strong winds, but the adverse conditions did not excuse Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen’s costly error just three minutes into the game. Attempting a short pass to Carlos Baleba inside his own box, Verbruggen was intercepted…

Macron Vows To Appoint New Prime Minister In Days Amid Political Turmoil. French President Emmanuel Macron has pledged to name a new prime minister within days, following the resignation of Michel Barnier after a historic no-confidence vote in parliament. The vote marked the first time in over 60 years that a French government has been toppled by such a motion, highlighting the deep divisions in France’s political landscape. In a televised address on Thursday, Macron reaffirmed his commitment to serve as president until the end of his term in 2027. He thanked Barnier for his service during his short…

Syrian Rebels Take Control Of Hama In Major Setback For Assad. Syrian rebels have announced full control over Hama, a key city in the country’s civil war, following the withdrawal of military troops in a significant defeat for President Bashar al-Assad. This development comes after the rebels captured Aleppo last week, intensifying pressure on Assad’s government. Abu Mohammed al-Jawlani, the leader of the Islamist militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), declared victory in Hama and called for restraint, pledging that no acts of revenge would follow. He described the event as a moment to “cleanse the wound that has endured…

NNPC Confirms Port Harcourt Refinery Is Operational. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has reaffirmed that the Old Port Harcourt Refinery is operational, with ongoing loading activities at the facility. Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr Mele Kyari, made the announcement during the commissioning of the NUPENG Towers in Lagos on Wednesday. Addressing concerns raised by critics, Kyari extended an open invitation to human rights activist and lawyer Mr Femi Falana, along with other sceptics, to join a tour of the refineries in Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna to assess their functionality firsthand. Responding to controversies surrounding…

Police Arrest ATM Card Swapping Specialist In Katsina. Katsina State Police have apprehended a suspected fraudster, Bishir Abdullahi, 37, for allegedly specialising in swapping ATM cards at cash points. Police spokesperson ASP Abubakar Aliyu disclosed that Abdullahi was found in possession of 14 ATM cards belonging to different individuals. His arrest came after a police officer on duty noticed his suspicious behaviour near an ATM machine. The officer, Inspector Aliyu Muhammad, detained the suspect at the First Bank branch in Tudun Katsira quarters, Katsina metropolis. A search of Abdullahi revealed multiple stolen ATM cards linked to various banks.…

Port Harcourt Refinery Now Operating At 70% Capacity, Says Presidential Aide.  The Port Harcourt Refining Complex is currently functioning at 70% of its installed capacity, with plans to scale up production, according to Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu. Onanuga made this known after participating in a fact-finding mission to the refinery, which has a capacity of 60,000 barrels per day. Speaking in a statement titled “Putting to Rest Rumours about Port Harcourt Refinery Complex: Our Fact-Finding Mission,” he described the facility’s operations as a testament to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s…