Category: EDITORIAL
Meet Political Heavyweights Capable Of Stopping Tinubu In 2027
As Nigerians continue to battle inflation and rising cost of living, the political arena is heating up for the 2027 election. Bola Tinubu, who came into power in 2023, now faces growing opposition from influential political figures seeking to block his bid for a second term. Amid widespread public dissatisfaction and perceived policy failures, a…
JUST IN: One Injured As Explosion Rocks Abuja Bus Stop
An explosion which occurred on Monday afternoon along Mararaba-Nyanya bypass in Abuja has injured one person. According to a statement released by the spokesperson for the Federal Capital Territory Police Command, Josephine Adeh, the explosion happened at approximately 2:50. She said that upon receipt of the report, officers of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit…
Retrospect: Review Of Major Sporting Events That Made Headlines
From Monday to Saturday, the sports world this week saw sweet victories, heartbreaking defeats, and some farewells, especially in football. In Europe, the leagues are getting to their climax, intercontinental club competitions are nearing the final phase in Africa, and in Nigeria, the stories are about the National Sports Festival in Ogun and the Super…
Premier League Final Day: Mohamed Salah’s Record, Champions League Showdown, More
Another season, gone. The final day of 2024-25 will be low on jeopardy, given the title and relegation spots have long been confirmed. But with the race for Europe reaching its climax, the finale is far from a formality. Matchweek 38 is set to be the stage for a handful of never-before-seen records as well…
Jennifer Lopez Sued For $300,000 For Posting Her Photos Without Permission
Popular American musician and actress, Jennifer Lopez, has been sued for sharing her own red carpet pictures without permission.The actress was sued for copyright infringement. Edwin Blanco, the photographer and his agency, Backgrid, claimed that the actress shared two of their photos without authorisation. He is demanding $150,000 in damages per photo. In the $300,000…
Oyo Government Probes Officer Who Killed Student
Oyo State Government says the police personnel who shot a secondary schoolboy during a routine traffic operation in Ibadan is currently under investigation. Hifox News reports that the incident, which happened on Alakia Old Road on Tuesday, has triggered outrage among residents and calls for justice. Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Media, Sulaimon…
2025 UTME: JAMB To Release Resit Results For 379,000 Candidates Wednesday
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, says it will release the results of 379,000 candidates who sat for the rescheduled Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, on Wednesday. The resit was conducted between Friday and Monday after widespread complaints of technical and human errors during the initial UTME, which significantly impacted candidates’ performance, especially in…
Europa League Golden Ticket Offers Man Utd, Tottenham Salvation
Manchester United and Tottenham will slug it out in the Europa League final on Wednesday in Bilbao, with both sides desperately seeking salvation from dismal Premier League campaigns through silverware and a golden ticket into next season’s Champions League. A potential £100 million ($133 million) honey pot for reaching Europe’s top competition is on the…
Retrospect: Review Of Major Sporting Events That Made Headlines Last Week
It was another rollercoaster week. Depending on the teams and games, for some, the past seven days were the most eventful. But for others, perhaps, Arsenal fans, the last few days were heartbreaking as the club went trophyless for yet another season – the fifth in a row since Mikel Arteta took over! Retrospect brings…
El Clasico: Battle Of Who Wants It Most
Barcelona and Real Madrid go head-to-head on Sunday in a late-season El Clasico with huge ramifications for the title race. Madrid need a win to strengthen hope of giving Carlo Ancelotti a farewell trophy. Barca will hope this is the final Clasico at their temporary Olympic Stadium home – with the Nou Camp set to…