Author: Akintayo Adams

Nigerian singer Oyindamola Johnson Emmanuel, popularly known as Dammy Krane, has been released from police custody after spending a week at the Force Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department (FCID) in Abuja. His detention stemmed from allegations of defamation against fellow artist Davido. Following his release, Dammy Krane took to X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday to express regret for his actions. He apologized to his fans and acknowledged his mistakes, stating: “I am sorry about everything, to my fans (I hope I still have fans lol). Moving on, expect good music from me and music only.” In addition, the singer issued…

Nigeria ranks among the top 20 countries globally in the number of citizens receiving United States permanent residency visas, also known as green cards. According to a BusinessDay report citing 2022 data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, 12,385 Nigerians were granted PR status during the review period. Mexico and India led the rankings with a combined total of 265,784 new permanent residents, making up 26% of the global total. In total, 1,018,349 immigrants worldwide were granted PR status, with 82,117 of these being from Africa. The breakdown for Nigerians showed that: Nigeria also saw an increase in asylum…

Students of the University of Ibadan, Oyo State, have launched a fresh protest following the approval of a significant increase in school fees by the institution’s governing council. The protest began early on Friday, sparked by a fee hike that was confirmed during a council meeting on Thursday. Reports from students indicate that the fees have increased by over 100%. For instance, a student from the Department of Human Nutrition revealed that their fees had risen from ₦58,000 in the 2022/2023 session to ₦138,350 for the current 2023/2024 session. Similarly, in the Department of Animal Science, students who paid ₦70,000…

Following the draw for the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League in Monaco, the competition will adopt a new format with several key changes: Expanded Competition The Champions League will now feature 36 clubs, an increase from the previous 32. The additional four places are allocated as follows: New League Format (Swiss System) The traditional group stage format with eight groups of four teams has been replaced by a single league of all 36 clubs. This Swiss system, typically seen in chess, means: More Matches, More Excitement The total number of matches in this phase will increase from 96 to 144, with…

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), has issued a one-month notice to traders and market stakeholders to reduce exploitative pricing of goods. This directive was announced by the FCCPC’s Executive Vice-Chairman, Tunji Bello, during a stakeholders’ engagement on Thursday in Abuja. The commission plans to commence enforcement after the notice period ends. Bello highlighted the growing trend of unreasonable pricing and unwholesome practices, such as price-fixing by market associations. He stated that extensive market surveys revealed disturbing findings, particularly in the disproportionate pricing of imported goods and inflated prices for locally produced…

Nigeria continues to face an escalating security crisis, with a notable increase in violence, particularly targeting religious communities. The recent report from the Observatory of Religious Freedom in Africa (ORFA) reveals alarming statistics over four years (October 1, 2019, to September 30, 2023), documenting 55,910 deaths in 9,970 attacks, and the abduction of 21,621 individuals in 2,705 incidents. The violence disproportionately affects Christians, with 16,769 Christian deaths compared to 6,235 Muslims, highlighting a 2.7:1 ratio, which rises to 6.5:1 when adjusted for regional religious demographics. The Fulani Ethnic Militia (FEM), a lesser-known but deadly group, is identified as a significant…

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Napoli have reportedly agreed to sell star striker Victor Osimhen to Saudi Arabian club Al Ahli, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The deal is valued at around €75-80 million, with Osimhen set to sign a lucrative four-year contract worth approximately €40 million per season, or £646,154 per week, tax-free. Al Ahli has already scheduled a medical for the Nigerian international, who is poised to reject interest from Chelsea in favor of the Saudi side. Romano confirmed the details on X, stating, “Napoli reach total agreement with Al Ahli for Victor Osimhen! Four year contract… Final green light up to…

Holders Real Madrid will face Liverpool away and host Borussia Dortmund in the new league stage of the revamped UEFA Champions League, replicating matchups from last season’s final. The draw for this season took place on Thursday, August 27, 2024. This season introduces a new format, with 36 teams pooled together into one league rather than being divided into groups. Each team will play eight matches against eight different opponents. Key Dates for the 2024/25 Champions League: League Stage: Knockout Stage: Earlier, it was reported that Cristiano Ronaldo, the UEFA Champions League all-time top scorer was honored with a special…

Football Megastar Cristiano Ronaldo was honored with an award by UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin for his outstanding contributions to football during his time in Europe. Ronaldo received this special accolade on Thursday, August 27, 2024, at the live draw of the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League season. The award recognizes Ronaldo’s achievement as the all-time leading goal-scorer in the Champions League, with 140 goals in 183 matches, a record set across his remarkable career at Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus. His legacy as the top scorer reflects his unmatched skill, dedication, and drive in the competition. Ronaldo’s accomplishments continue to…