The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland died in the early hours of Monday at the age of 90. His death came two days after his 90th birthday and during preparations for his first coronation anniversary, which were already in full swing. In a statement by his Senior Special…
Justice Maryann Anenih of an Abuja High Court on Tuesday, adjourned ruling in an application filed by former Governor of Kogi, Yahaya Bello, seeking leave to travel abroad for medical reasons. Bello and his co-defendants Umar Oricha and Abdulsalami Hudu were arraigned on Nov 27 , 2024 on a 16-count- charge bordering on alleged property…
Nigeria’s Central Bank has instructed banks to submit comprehensive Capital Restoration Plans by 14 July 2025, formally ending financial relief measures that were introduced to cushion the sector during the COVID-19 pandemic. In an official circular dated 20 June 2025, signed by Director of Banking Supervision Dr Olubukola Akinwunmi, the CBN set out a clear…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun has confirmed the death of four persons in a “Hit and run” vehicle accident along Oke Iganmu in Ilaro, Ogun. Ogun Sector Commander of FRSC, Mr Akinwumi Fasakin, made this known in a statement issued by the command’s Public Education Officer, Mrs Florence Okpe, on Monday in…
Reports in Italy confirm that Napoli have turned down an improved bid of €60m from Turkish giants Galatasaray for striker Victor Osimhen, who spent the 2024-25 season on loan in Istanbul. Napoli are expected to sell Osimhen this summer. But the sky news reports that the Italian club are pushing for a higher fee, close…
Nigeria’s opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused allies of President Bola Tinubu of plotting to derail its growing influence by backing legal action against its newly installed interim leadership. The party recently named former Senate President David Mark and ex-Governor Rauf Aregbesola as interim chairman and national secretary. This decision, announced by former ADC…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday arraigned Abel Sokari and Nkeiruka Chukwuma, before an Ikeja Special Offences Court for allegedly attempting to fraudulently obtain €49 million from First Bank of Nigeria (FBN). Sokari and Chukwuma were arraigned alongside a company, Zakah Global Investment Ltd., on a six-count charge bordering on attempted fraud,…
In a development that has taken the football world by surprise, Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi is reportedly in discussions with Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli about a potential transfer later this year. If finalised, this move would reignite the long-standing rivalry between Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, who currently plies his trade for Al-Nassr. Messi’s…
Real Madrid forward, Kylian Mbappe, yesterday withdrew his complaints against Paris Saint-Germain over alleged harassment and attempted extortion. However, according to L’Equipe, Mbappe is still maintaining his appeal regarding the €55 million he is claiming from PSG. Recall that Mbappe had filed a lawsuit against the French champions for alleged attempted extortion and also trying…
Serie A giants, AC Milan have opened talks with Bayer Leverkusen striker, Victor Boniface, according to La Gazetta dello Sport. The Rooseneri also have Dusan Vlahovic on their radar but believed they could get Boniface for an affordable fee. The Nigeria international scored against Milan in the UEFA Champions League last season. Boniface netted 11…
