In a shocking development, the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, has joined his ancestors at the age of 91. The revered monarch, who reigned for over 64 years, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025. According to sources close to the palace, Oba Adetona’s death occurred just hours after the passing of former…
Nigeria – Former President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, has passed away at the age of 82, according to his spokesperson, Garba Shehu. Buhari died on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in a London clinic. Buhari served as Nigeria’s president from 2015 to 2023, leading the country through two terms. During his tenure, he implemented various policies…
The Nigerian Senate has called on President Bola Tinubu to support the payment of ₦200 million in compensation to the family of two-year-old Ivan Omhonrina, who was tragically killed during a National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) operation in Asaba, Delta State, on July 13, 2023. The toddler was fatally struck by a stray bullet…
A devastating incident has occurred in Lagos, where a woman lost her life after falling into a 170-foot deep well at a construction site in Ijegun. The tragic event has sparked widespread concern over safety measures at construction sites in the state. According to eyewitnesses, the incident happened on Monday, June 30, around 7:34 p.m….
A devastating road accident has claimed the lives of two people and left nine others with varying degrees of injuries in Ogun State. The accident occurred on Monday night along the Owode-Ijako Area of the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway. According to eyewitnesses, the accident involved a DAF truck, a Mazda bus, and a tricycle. The Ogun State…
A devastating incident has shaken the Babcock University Community as a 200-level Social Work student, Verishima Unokyur, took his own life at his parent’s home in Mafoluku, Oshodi, Lagos State. According to reports, Verishima, 19, hanged himself with his tie. Before his tragic death, he sent a cryptic text message to his best friend, wishing…
The Head Coach of Nigeria’s U-20 National Team, the Flying Eagles, Aliyu Zubairu, has vowed to strengthen his squad ahead of the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup. After finishing third at the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations in Egypt, Zubairu acknowledged the team’s struggles, particularly in scoring goals. Speaking at the Kwara SWAN Hard…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed deep concern over the United States’ recent decision to impose stricter visa restrictions on Nigerian citizens. The new policy limits non-immigrant visas to three months with single entry, affecting various categories, including: B1/B2 Visas (Business and Tourism): Reduced validity period may hinder business activities and tourism between the…
In a significant reshuffle, Senate President Godswill Akpabio has removed Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Diaspora and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs). Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, was replaced by Senator Aniekan Bassey, who represents Akwa Ibom North-East and is a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). This development comes after Akpoti-Uduaghan…
In a significant development, the United States Government has announced a reduction in the validity period of visas for Nigerian citizens, effective immediately. The decision is reportedly in line with the principle of reciprocity, mirroring the visa restrictions imposed by Nigeria on US citizens. According to sources, the move is expected to impact thousands of…
