Author: Akintayo Adams

A plane crash in western Mexico on Sunday has claimed the lives of about seven people. The plane, identified as a Cessna 207, crashed in a dense forest in Jalisco, western Mexico. The ill-fated aircraft took off from La Parota in the neighboring state of Michoacán before it went down. Posting on social media, Jalisco Civil Protection reported that the aircraft crashed in terrain that was difficult to access. According to the agency, initial authorities at the scene “reported a preliminary count of seven people dead.” It stated: “This Sunday afternoon, a Cessna 207 small plane from La Parota, Michoacán,…

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced public holidays to mark the Christmas and New Year celebrations. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, declared Wednesday, December 25, 2024, and Thursday, December 26, 2024, as public holidays for Christmas and Boxing Day, respectively. Additionally, Wednesday, January 1, 2025, has been declared a public holiday for New Year’s Day. In his message, Dr. Tunji-Ojo extended warm greetings to all Nigerians, encouraging them to embrace the season’s values of love, peace, and unity. He emphasized the importance of the Christmas season as a time for spiritual reflection and national renewal. The minister…

A recent report has revealed that 213 Nigerians have lost their lives in stampedes over the past 11 years. The report highlights the tragic consequences of overcrowded events and the urgent need for better crowd management and safety measures. The most recent incidents occurred in December 2024, where over 70 people died in stampedes while scrambling for food and palliatives in different parts of the country. The first incident took place at a children’s funfair in Ibadan, resulting in 40 deaths. Another stampede in Okija, Anambra, claimed 20 lives, and a third incident at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in…

President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to tackle what he calls “transgender insanity” as part of his agenda for his second term. During his campaign, Trump frequently spoke about his plans to ban transgender athletes from competing in women’s sports and to cut federal funding to schools that promote what he describes as inappropriate content related to race, gender, and sexuality. Trump’s stance has sparked significant concern within the LGBTQ+ community, with many advocates preparing for potential policy changes that could impact transgender rights and protections. Organizations like the Transgender Law Center and the Human Rights Campaign are mobilizing to defend…

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has announced that Nigerians will benefit from reduced fuel prices starting Monday. This decision follows an agreement with Dangote Refinery, which will allow IPMAN members to purchase petrol at a lower rate. According to Abubakar Maigandi, the National President of IPMAN, the refinery has agreed to sell petrol to its members at ₦940 per litre for depots and ₦990 per litre for trucks. As a result, IPMAN members, who currently sell petrol at prices ranging from N1,150 to ₦1,200 per litre, will reduce the price by ₦50 per litre, depending on the…

Nigerians have taken 18 out of the top 30 spots on the list of Africa’s Most Talked About People of 2024, released by Top Charts Africa. Nigerian singer Wizkid tops the list, having trended throughout the year due to his renewed feud with Davido and the release of his new album, ‘Morayo.’ Kenya’s President William Ruto is in the second spot. Ruto made headlines in June when thousands of Kenyans protested against a tax increase. Following the storming of the Kenyan Parliament, he rejected the bill on June 28 and signed the “Appropriations Bill 2024” to address the budget shortfall.…

A US Navy F/A-18 Hornet was mistakenly shot down over the Red Sea by the USS Gettysburg, injuring one crew member. The incident, described as a “friendly fire” error by US Central Command, occurred after the United States conducted airstrikes against Iran-backed Houthi militant targets in Yemen’s capital, Sanaa. Both crew members ejected safely, with one sustaining minor injuries. The guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg mistakenly fired on and hit the F/A-18. The incident raises questions about the coordination of military operations in the region, as the United States aims to disrupt Houthi operations threatening international shipping in the Red…

The Federal Government of Nigeria has disclosed that over 25 million mobile phones were stolen from May 2023 to April 2024. This alarming statistic was highlighted in the Crime Experience and Security Perception Survey report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), making phone theft the most prevalent crime during this period. The report revealed that 90% of these phone theft incidents were reported to the police, but only 11.7% of the stolen devices were recovered. Most of these thefts occurred either at home or in public places. It was also noted that approximately 17.97 million Nigerians experienced phone theft,…

Former United States President Barack Obama has included two Nigerian singers, Rema and Asake, in his list of favorite music for 2024. Released on Saturday, the list features Rema’s song “Yayo” and Asake’s track “Active” featuring Travis Scott. Additionally, South African artist Tyla is highlighted with her song “Jump” featuring Gunna and Skillibeng. Nigerian-American singers Shaboozey and Jordan Adetunji also made the list with their songs “A Bar Song” and “Kehlani.” Familiar names like Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, and Karol G also made the cut with one song each. Obama shared his list on X, inviting people to check out his…

Arsenal set a new goal scoring record in English football following their impressive 5-1 victory over Crystal Palace on Saturday evening. Gabriel Jesus netted twice in the first half, with Kai Havertz, Gabriel Martinelli, and Declan Rice each adding a goal to the tally. This win marks Arsenal as the first top-flight side to score five or more goals in six different away games in a single calendar year. Earlier this year, Mikel Arteta’s team defeated West Ham and Burnley 6-0 and 5-0 respectively in back-to-back league away fixtures. On March 4, they also triumphed over Sheffield United 5-0 at…