The 61st edition of the Argungu International Fishing Festival commenced in grand style on Saturday February 14, at Mata Fada River in Argungu, Kebbi State, with a record-breaking 59-kilogram fish emerging as the biggest catch of the day. Global Mirror News gathered that the impressive haul was confirmed by the Special Adviser on Media and…
The Ogun State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has expressed profound sorrow over the death of Alhaji Hakeem Akintunde, former Chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Ogun State chapter, and a staff member of Ogun State Television (OGTV). In a condolence message made available to Global Mirror News,…
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has projected extended rainfall duration in Lagos and 12 other States in 2026, even as it warned of severe dry spells in parts of Oyo and Ogun States. Global Mirror News reports that the 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP), unveiled in Abuja by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development,…
The family of Veteran Nollywood Actor, Chief Pete Edochie, has firmly dismissed widespread rumours circulating on social media alleging that the respected film icon has passed away. Global Mirror News gathered that speculation, which began trending online on Tuesday, February 10, triggered panic and an outpouring of concern among fans and colleagues across the entertainment…
Global Mirror News gathered that a 28-year-old woman in Belgium was forced to undergo a medical procedure after accidentally swallowing a 17-centimetre-long spoon during an unexpected incident at home. The woman, identified as Reymy Amelinckx from Rumst, Belgium, reportedly swallowed the utensil while eating yoghurt on her couch when her energetic Hungarian Vizsla dog suddenly…
Global Mirror News gathered that the Lagos State Government has intensified enforcement of its environmental laws, sealing several markets across the State as part of a renewed crackdown on indiscriminate waste disposal and illegal trading activities. The latest action affected the popular Ladipo Spare Parts Market along the Murtala Muhammed International Airport Road on the…
By Kolawole Olayinka, Abeokuta The Court of Appeal sitting in Ibadan has delivered a decisive judgment affirming Rt. Hon. Daisi Olusegun Victor Elemide as the substantive Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, putting an end to months of legal uncertainty over the leadership of the legislature. In its ruling, the appellate court dismissed…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed that nearly 40 per cent of cancer cases worldwide are preventable, underscoring the urgent need for stronger public health policies and lifestyle interventions across Nations. In a new report released ahead of World Cancer Day, WHO and its cancer research arm, the International Agency for Research on Cancer…
The National and State House of Assembly Election Tribunal sitting at Iyaganku, Ibadan, has dismissed the petition filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate challenging the outcome of the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo Federal Constituency by-election held in August 2025. In its judgment delivered on Tuesday, February 4, 2026, the tribunal upheld the victory of…
The Olusegun Osoba Hall of Abeokuta South Local Government, Ake, was aglow with celebration and thanksgiving as Princess Olufemi Oyesanmi Asogun, Director of General Services and Administration (DGSA), Abeokuta South Local Government Ake, marked her 50th Birthday amid glowing tributes from Government Officials, Colleagues, family members, and friends. The Golden Jubilee ceremony, which reflected the…
