Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Benin’s 119 stolen artefacts returned from Netherlands  Oba of Benin, EWUARE II Benin’s 119 stolen artefacts returned from Netherlands * Administration plans building necessary infrastructure to safeguard the returned artefacts. Oba of Benin, Ewuare II on Wednesday received 119 stolen artefacts from the Netherlands. The Oba said plans by some international cartel to re-loot the artefacts were thwarted after he prayed to God and the ancestors. He said, “I thank President Bola Tinubu for supporting and committing to the efforts former President Buhari put in place to ensure the artifacts are not re-looted because there were groups in this country…

EPL clubs’ hesitation about Osimhen’s transfer— Ornstein Victor Osimhen EPL clubs’ hesitation about Osimhen’s transfer— Ornstein Famous football journalist David Ornstein has shed light on the reasons Premier League clubs are yet to make a definitive move for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, despite growing speculation and widespread admiration for his talent. While speaking on a podcast on Thursday, Ornstein explained that while clubs such as Galatasaray and Al-Hilal are making strong efforts to secure Osimhen’s services, Premier League sides remain hesitant. “Galatasaray do want to make it permanent, clearly, if they can both make the finances work and convince him…

Illegality of Pastor Adefarasin’s stun gun — Police Paul Adefarasin Illegality of Pastor Adefarasin’s stun gun — Police Illegality of Pastor Adefarasin’s stun gun — Police. The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, has said that pointing a stun gun at someone is a criminal offence under Nigerian law, even if the device is non-lethal. Jimoh made this known on Thursday while speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, during which he provided an update on the investigation involving the Senior Pastor of House on the Rock Church, Paul Adefarasin. Adefarasin was recently invited for questioning over a viral video…

First Lady of Lagos campaigns against Drug Abuse at LASU Sanwo-Olu speaking at the event First Lady of Lagos campaigns against Drug Abuse at LASU In a spirited push to curb the growing menace of substance abuse among Nigerian youths, the First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has underscored the need for robust awareness campaigns as a frontline defence against drug abuse and illicit trafficking. She made the call during a high-impact sensitisation campaign held at Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo Campus, to mark the 2025 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Themed “The Evidence is…

From gutter to glory: I used to wash gutters for N30 – Osimhen Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen From gutter to glory: I used to wash gutters for N30 – Osimhen Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, has opened up about his humble beginnings, revealing that he once engaged in menial jobs to survive before rising to football stardom. Osimhen made the revelation during a recent interview with media personality, Daddy Freeze, where he spoke about his early life challenges growing up in Lagos. Osimhen recalled fetching water for neighbours and cleaning gutters filled with spirogyra, earning as little as N30 to…

First HoldCo commits to dividend payment despite forbearance First HoldCo commits to dividend payment despite forbearance First HoldCo has committed to paying a dividend in the 2025 financial year and beyond despite its forbearance exposure. This was disclosed in a statement by the lender on Thursday, in a statement filed on the platform of the Nigerian Exchange Limited. First HoldCo is one of the banks impacted by the directive of the Central Bank of Nigeria, which froze dividend payment, bonuses, and investments in foreign subsidiaries for lenders operating under regulatory forbearance. In the statement, First HoldCo clarified that, “The SOL…

US restores student visas, asks applicants to make social media public Visa US restores student visas, asks applicants to make social media public The United States government has announced it will resume student and exchange visitor visa processing but with a new requirement that all applicants must make their social media profiles public for vetting. In a statement released by the US Department of State on Wednesday, authorities said applicants for F (academic), M (vocational), and J (exchange) nonimmigrant visas will undergo more intensive screening, including a review of their online presence. “We use all available information in our visa…

Pastor Paul Enenche’s refusal of N30m donation sparks reactions online Pastor Paul Enenche Pastor Paul Enenche’s refusal of N30m donation sparks reactions online Founder and senior pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Dr Paul Enenche, has turned down a N30M donation from the Kebbi State Government during a healing and deliverance crusade held at the Haliru Abdu Stadium, Birnin Kebbi. The gathering, which happened on Wednesday, attracted a massive crowd and concluded the Dunamis nationwide gospel crusades. During the event, a government official climbed the stage to announce the donation on behalf of Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris. “Our Governor,…

Britain Appoints First Female Spy Chief, Blaise Metreweli Blaise Metreweli Britain Appoints First Female Spy Chief, Blaise Metreweli Britain’s foreign intelligence service, MI6, is going to be led by a female for the first time in its history, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced. A woman, Blaise Metreweli, is about to take charge of the position of Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service in the fall. She presently heads the service’s technology and innovation teams, a role immortalized as “Q” in the James Bond films. 8 years ago, “Q” was revealed to be a woman, but Blaise was not…

A Brilliant Diamond Jubilee Celebration to Corona@70, Setting An Unreachable Reunion Standard The Corona Schools’ 70th Anniversary Black Tie Gala was not just a gathering; it was a well-deserved celebration that epitomized what a diamond jubilee should look like. As soon as the red carpet was rolled at the exquisite Jewel Aeida in Lekki, it was obvious that Corona@70 was about to be a memorable reunion of class, laughter and a lasting legacy. It was far from just a regular coming together; the gala was a gathering of different generations, uniting alumni from different corners of the Corona Schools’ empire…