Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Expect network disruption as unions block diesel supply – Telcom alerts Telecommunications Nigeria’s telecoms operators have warned that the ongoing blockage of diesel supply by members of the two major unions in the oil industry, the Nigerian Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers and the Natural Oil and Gas Suppliers Association of Nigeria (NOGASA) could soon cause major service problems across the country. Mr Gbenga Adebayo, the Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) who issued the alert in a statement on Thursday in Lagos said NOGASA and NUPENG members have stopped diesel trucks from…

RCCG Teens Career Conference: Soludo’s Wife to Speak This August in Abuja Dr Nonye Soludo. Photo credit: Ikenna Obianeri RCCG teens career conference: Soludo’s wife to speak this August in Abuja The wife of the governor of Anambra State and founder of Healthy Living with Nonye Soludo Initiative, Dr Nonye Soludo, has been named as one of the key speakers at this year’s “Teens Career Conference” organised by the Redeemed Christian Church of God in Abuja. Soludo will be speaking to students from across the country, alongside seasoned speakers and notable professionals, on ‘Cultivating healthy relationships: Setting the right boundaries’.…

Sterling Bank begins with first 30 beneficiaries of N2bn scholarship Sterling Bank building. Photo: Sterling Bank Sterling Bank has announced the first 30 beneficiaries of its N2 billion ‘Beyond Education’ scholarship, a nationwide initiative aimed at funding university education for 600 exceptional young Nigerians and connecting them to careers in high-impact sectors. The scheme, launched in June 2025, is the Bank’s most ambitious education-focused intervention to date and is designed to cover full undergraduate tuition at Miva Open University, Nigeria’s first licensed private online university, and Hillside University of Science & Technology, a STEM-focused institution located in Ekiti State. According…

INEC begins screening of 151 party registration requests The National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun. Credit: INEC INEC begins screening of 151 party registration requests. The Independent National Electoral Commission has received a total of 151 letters of intent from associations seeking registration as political parties, with eight new submissions recorded since late July. The commission has begun shortlisting these associations to determine which meet the requirements to proceed to the next stage of application. INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, disclosed this in a statement on…

WAEC withdraws 2025 results over mass failure West African Examinations Council (WAEC) The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has withdrawn the 2025 WASSCE results for review after a wave of complaints over mass failure in key subjects. In a statement on Thursday, WAEC said an internal audit uncovered technical problems that affected scores in Mathematics, English, Biology and Economics. The Council blamed the issue on a new anti-malpractice system introduced to improve exam integrity. “WAEC regrets the technical challenges discovered after the release of the 2025 results,” the statement read. It explained that the error came from a new method…

NCAA petitions AGF, IG, demands K1 De Ultimate’s arrest Wasiu Ayinde Marshall aka K1 De Ultimate The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has formally petitioned the Attorney-General of the Federation and the Inspector-General of Police, demanding investigation and prosecution of veteran Fuji musician, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, over an incident that happened while boarding ValueJet flight. The incident, which took place on Tuesday, reportedly disrupted standard operational procedures and has raised serious concerns about passenger behaviour and compliance with aviation safety protocols. According to preliminary reports, K1 De Ultimate was allegedly involved in conduct during…

Gbenga Daniel Demands Urgent Engineering Reforms, Says Tanker Explosions Result From Safety Oversight Otunba Engr. Gbenga Daniel Otunba Engr. Gbenga Daniel, a senator representing Ogun East and former Ogun State governor, has called for sweeping reforms in Nigeria’s engineering sector, warning that the spate of preventable disasters, ranging from building collapses to tanker explosions, reflects a troubling failure of regulatory oversight. Speaking at the 2025 Engineering Week organised by the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Trans Amadi Branch, Senator Daniel lamented the growing toll of engineering-related accidents, which he said continue to claim innocent lives and erode public trust. “We…

Ballon d’Or shortlists 2025 men’s nominees The Ballon d’Or award The Ballon d’Or, on Thursday, officially revealed the 30-player shortlist for the 2025 Men’s Ballon d’Or, spotlighting the world’s finest footballers who have delivered exceptional performances over the past year. Of the top contenders are Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, Vinicius Jr., and Harry Kane, all of whom had standout seasons for club and country. The list also contains experienced names such as Mohamed Salah, Robert Lewandowski, and Virgil van Dijk, alongside emerging stars like Lamine Yamal, Joao Neves, and Cole Palmer. Other notable nominees include Alexis Mac Allister,…

Ballon d’Or presents 2025 women nominees The prestigious Ballon d’Or award The Ballon d’Or has unveiled the full list of nominees for the highly anticipated 2025 Women’s Ballon d’Or, displaying 30 outstanding female footballers from across the globe. Topping the list are established stars such as Aitana Bonmati, Alexia Putellas, Pernille Harder, and Lucy Bronze, alongside rising talents including Melchie Dumornay, Temwa Chawinga, and Frida Leonardsen-Maanum. Other names in the prestigious list are Barbra Banda, Claudia Pina, Sandy Baltimore, Marta, Chloe Kelly, Leah Williamson, and Esther Gonzalez, among others. The Ballon d’Or recognition celebrates the best women’s footballers for their…

Coach of the year:  Ballon d’Or unveils 2025 men’s club nominees The Ballon d’Or, on Thursday, unveiled its list of nominees for the 2025 Men’s Club of the Year and Men’s Team Coach of the Year awards. Competing for the Men’s Club of the Year honour are football giants FC Barcelona, Botafogo, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Paris Saint-Germain. These clubs have been recognised for their outstanding performance and influence in global football over the past season. Meanwhile, the five contenders for the Men’s Team Coach of the Year Trophy are Antonio Conte, Luis Enrique, Hansi Flick, Enzo Maresca, and Arne…