Author: Akintayo Adams

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has approved the construction of a modern psychiatric hospital in the Obio-Akpor Local Government Area, where former Rivers governor and now Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike hails from. This development comes amid ongoing tensions between Fubara and Wike, who have been at odds over the control of Rivers State. Wike has accused Fubara of turning against those who helped him rise to power, threatening to “teach” the governor and his supporters a lesson when the time comes. During a reception in Port Harcourt, Wike dismissed the significance of money in politics, emphasizing…

Tottenham delivered a stunning performance to dismantle a 10-man Manchester United at Old Trafford, intensifying the pressure on United manager Erik ten Hag. Spurs, despite missing the injured Son Heung-min, dominated the first half, with Brennan Johnson scoring an early third-minute goal following a brilliant run by Micky van de Ven. United struggled to keep pace and were reduced to 10 men when Bruno Fernandes was sent off for a reckless challenge on James Maddison just before halftime. By then, United had already been outclassed, with Tottenham creating multiple chances but failing to capitalize, notably with Timo Werner missing a…

FIFA has sanctioned Argentina goalkeeper Emi Martinez with a two-game ban for “offensive behavior” and “violating principles of fair play.” The Aston Villa shot-stopper received the punishment for actions during the recent Copa America, including repeating a controversial gesture he made during the 2021 World Cup final and mishandling camera equipment operated by Jhonny Jackson. As a result, Martinez will miss Argentina’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela and Bolivia, scheduled for October 10th and October 15th. The Argentine Football Federation (AFA) expressed disappointment with the decision, stating their disagreement with FIFA’s disciplinary ruling. Get instant and latest news updates…

Nigeria’s money supply (M2) surged by 65% year-on-year, reaching ₦107.1 trillion in August 2024, according to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This reflects a modest month-on-month increase of 0.75% from ₦106.3 trillion in July 2024, and a significant jump from ₦64.8 trillion recorded during the same period in 2023. In response to the sharp rise in M2, the CBN’s Monetary Policy Committee, during its 297th meeting, voted to raise the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by 50 basis points, pushing it to 27.25%. Alongside this, the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) for Deposit Money Banks was hiked by 500…

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a stern warning, holding the Federal Government responsible for any potential industrial unrest in Nigeria’s public universities. This comes after years of unresolved issues leading to strike actions. In a statement signed by the union’s Federal University, Dutse (FUD) Chairman, Dr. Salim Ahmad, ASUU criticized the government’s failure to address lingering concerns, despite numerous attempts at dialogue. The union expressed frustration that both the current Tinubu administration and the previous Buhari administration have remained indifferent to their demands. ASUU pointed out that after extensive consultations, the National Executive Council (NEC) met…

Israel’s military has reported that its air strike on Beirut, which killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, also resulted in the deaths of over 20 other Hezbollah members. Among the casualties was Nabil Qaouq, a member of Hezbollah’s central council. Israeli forces continue to target Hezbollah positions across Lebanon, with jets striking dozens of locations. The Israeli strike has significantly weakened Hezbollah’s command structure, with several senior figures, including Fuad Shukr and Ibrahim Aqil, confirmed dead. Hezbollah has also acknowledged the death of its top commander in southern Lebanon, Ali Karake. Lebanon is facing a humanitarian crisis, with up to one…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Abuja after representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. This was disclosed by Stanley Nkwocha, the President’s spokesman, on Sunday. During the gathering, Shettima delivered Nigeria’s National Statement, urging world leaders to prioritize the reform of the United Nations Security Council. He emphasized the need for permanent seats for Nigeria and other African countries, highlighting the importance of reform to maintain the UN’s relevance and credibility in a rapidly evolving global landscape. Shettima remarked, “Some permanent members of the United Nations…

Social media influencer Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, is set to appear before the House of Representatives on Monday over bribery allegations involving the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). This follows a viral audio clip in which crossdresser Idris Okuneye, aka Bobrisky, allegedly claimed to have bribed EFCC officials with ₦15 million to drop money laundering charges against him. In the same audio, Bobrisky also claimed that he avoided serving his six-month jail sentence in Kirikiri prison, staying in a lodge instead, thanks to arrangements made by his “godfather.” The Audio has, however, been described as AI…

Nigerian crossdresser and social media personality Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has filed a ₦1 billion lawsuit against Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan, for defamation. The lawsuit follows an audio clip allegedly generated by AI, in which Bobrisky is implicated in illicit relationships with high-profile figures, including politicians and law enforcement officials. Announcing the lawsuit via Instagram on Sunday, Bobrisky’s legal team claims that VeryDarkMan used the crossdresser’s name to gain social media attention, making false claims without evidence. The suit emphasizes that VeryDarkMan’s allegations, including claims of relationships with senior law enforcement officers, are unsubstantiated and…

At least five people have reportedly died after attending a feast at a church in Ibadan, Oyo State. Many other worshippers who consumed the food prepared for the event were admitted to the Infectious Disease Centre in Olodo, Ibadan. The incident, which occurred last Sunday, left scores of worshippers hospitalized. According to reports, about 50 people who fell ill after eating the food were treated and discharged on Saturday. The feast was part of a traditional church event, and while it has not yet been confirmed that the food caused the deaths, the Oyo State Ministry of Health and other…