Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

President Tinubu Approves Lifetime Salaries For Retiring Senior Officers, Says Interior Minister. Lagos, Nigeria – 28 August 2025 – President Bola Tinubu has approved a groundbreaking policy to provide lifetime salary benefits for retiring senior officers in Nigeria’s interior agencies, according to the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. The announcement, described as a significant boost to officer welfare, was made during the 2025 Ministerial Retreat held on Thursday. The policy targets senior officers retiring at the rank of Deputy Controller, Comptroller, Commandant-General, or above, ensuring they continue to receive their full salaries after retirement. This initiative, which applies…

Breaking: UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Draw: Arsenal And Europe Elites Set For Thrilling Campaign. Monaco – 28 August 2025 – The UEFA Champions League 2025/26 league phase draw, held today at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco, has unveiled an exciting set of fixtures for Arsenal Football Club and Europe’s elite. With 36 teams competing in the second season of the revamped “Swiss Model” format, the draw has delivered high-stakes matchups for the league phase, which begins on 16 September 2025. Under the Swiss Model, all 36 teams are ranked in a single league table, each playing eight matches—four…

Lagos Police Conduct Controlled Explosion Drill To Enhance Safety At Eko Atlantic City. The Lagos State Police Command has reassured residents, workers, and visitors in Eko Atlantic City not to be alarmed by loud explosive sounds scheduled for Thursday, 28 August 2025. The noises are part of a planned Improvised Explosive Device (IED) simulation exercise conducted by the Nigeria Police Force’s Explosives Ordnance Disposal–Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (EOD-CBRN) Unit. The drill, aimed at bolstering emergency response capabilities, is a routine measure to ensure preparedness for potential bomb-related incidents. According to CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the command’s spokesperson, the exercise…

Joke Silva Shares Heartfelt Insights On Caring for Husband Olu Jacobs Amid Dementia Battle. Veteran Nollywood actress Joke Silva has opened up about the challenges of supporting her husband, the iconic actor Olu Jacobs, as he navigates life with dementia. In a candid interview with media personality Nancy Isime, Silva shared that managing her husband’s condition has been one of the most difficult periods of her life, yet her love and commitment to him remain unwavering. Silva, who has been married to Jacobs for 37 years, spoke poignantly about the profound changes his illness has brought to their…

Grimsby Town Stun Manchester United in Historic Carabao Cup Defeat. In a night that will be etched into the annals of football history, fourth-tier Grimsby Town pulled off a monumental upset by eliminating Premier League giants Manchester United from the Carabao Cup on Wednesday, 27 August 2025. The League Two side triumphed 12-11 in an epic penalty shootout after a thrilling 2-2 draw at Blundell Park, marking one of the most shocking results in the competition’s history. The match began with Grimsby, unbeaten in their opening five League Two matches this season, displaying fearless intent against a Manchester United…

Nigeria Immigration Service Announces Passport Fee Hike to ₦100,000 and Dolores and ₦200,000 Effective September 2025. The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has unveiled a substantial increase in passport application fees, effective from 1 September 2025. According to a statement released on Thursday, 28 August 2025, by Service Public Relations Officer ACI AS Akinlabi, a 32-page passport with a five-year validity will now cost ₦100,000, while a 64-page passport with a ten-year validity will be priced at ₦200,000. These new fees apply solely to applications processed within Nigeria. For Nigerians abroad, the fees remain unchanged at $150 for a 32-page…

Tobi Amusan Withdraws From Diamond League Final, Eyes World Championships. Tobi Amusan, the Nigerian world record holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, has withdrawn from the 2025 Wanda Diamond League final in Zurich, scheduled for today. The 28-year-old, who qualified as the second-best athlete in her discipline with 27 points, was set to compete for a record-extending fourth Diamond League title but will not take part in the event. She has been replaced by Devynne Charlton of the Bahamas. Amusan, a three-time Diamond League champion (2021, 2022, and 2023), holds the meet record with a time of 12.29 seconds,…

Toke Makinwa Welcomes Baby Girl In Joyous Milestone. Nigerian media personality and entrepreneur Toke Makinwa is celebrating the arrival of her first child, a baby girl, marking a deeply personal triumph for the beloved star. The 40-year-old, known for her vibrant presence on radio, television, and social media, shared the heartwarming news on Instagram on 28 August 2025, describing her daughter as “my miracle” and expressing overwhelming gratitude for her journey into motherhood. Makinwa, who announced her pregnancy earlier this month, revealed her daughter’s names—Yakira Eliana, Olakitan, Iyanuoluwa, Ikeoluwa, and Adunola—reflecting joy, gratitude, and divine blessings. In a touching…

Anambra Governor Signs Historic Igba Boi Apprenticeship Bill Into Law. On 27 August 2025, Anambra State Governor took a transformative step in safeguarding a vital Igbo tradition by signing the Igba Boi Apprenticeship Bill into law. Effective from 10 September 2025, this groundbreaking legislation formalises the Igba Boi system, a renowned mentorship model that has driven entrepreneurial success and wealth creation in Nigeria’s South-East for generations. The new law provides a robust legal framework for the Igba Boi system, ensuring its relevance in a modern economy. It caps apprenticeship duration at seven years, mandates basic education for apprentices, and…

Nigerian TikTok Star Peller Rescued After Alleged Kidnapping During Livestream. Lagos, Nigeria – Popular Nigerian TikTok content creator Habeeb Okikiola, widely known as Peller, has been safely rescued following a reported kidnapping during a live broadcast on Wednesday night, 27 August 2025. The incident, which sent shockwaves through social media, occurred when unidentified men allegedly brandishing firearms interrupted Peller’s livestream, prompting widespread concern among his fans and followers. According to reports, the 20-year-old streamer was broadcasting on TikTok when his vehicle was stopped by armed individuals. In a now-viral video clip, Peller could be heard questioning the men, saying,…

Peter Obi Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Deji Adeyanju. Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, has initiated legal action against activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju, accusing him of defamation. The lawsuit, filed through Obi’s legal representative, Alex Ejesieme, SAN, centres on a series of allegedly false and damaging statements made by Adeyanju on social media platforms, including X and Facebook. According to a letter of demand issued by Obi’s legal team, Adeyanju is accused of repeatedly publishing malicious claims that portray the former Anambra State governor as corrupt, fraudulent, and a religious bigot. The…

Air Peace To Launch Direct Lagos-Brazil Flights In November, Bolstering Nigeria’s Global Connectivity. Air plainly, Nigeria’s leading airline, is set to make history by launching direct flights from Lagos to São Paulo, Brazil, starting in late November 2025, according to the airline’s CEO, Allen Onyema. The announcement follows the signing of a landmark Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) between Nigeria and Brazil during President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to Brasília, a move hailed as a significant step in strengthening economic and cultural ties between Africa’s largest economy and Latin America’s biggest market. Speaking to journalists in Brasília, Onyema described…