Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Venezuela’s VP Delcy Rodríguez declared interim president ~ Supreme Court Venezuela’s interim President, Delcy Rodríguez Trump had said that US would take charge of Venezuela until a leadership transition could be done. Venezuela’s Supreme Court has ordered Vice-President Delcy Rodríguez to step in as the country’s interim leader, after the United States seized President Nicolas Maduro and whisked him out to New York to face trial. The high court late Saturday ruled that Rodríguez “assume and exercise, in an acting capacity, all the attributes, duties and powers inherent to the office of President to guarantee administrative continuity and the comprehensive…

Manny Ita Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, the Senator representing Ogun West and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriation, hosted a high-profile thanksgiving service and reception on Saturday, January 3, to celebrate a year of “tangible progress” and legislative achievement. ​The event, which drew traditional rulers, industry captains, and political leaders to the Cathedral Church of Christ, Ona-Nla, served as both a religious observance and a summary of the Senator’s developmental impact on the Yewa-Awori axis throughout 2025. In an address to his constituents, Senator Adeola linked the year’s successes to the support of the people, noting that the progress…

Manny Ita HAVANA — The Cuban government confirmed Sunday that 32 of its military and police officers were killed during a United States military operation in Venezuela over the weekend. The announcement, delivered via a statement on Cuban state television, marks the first official casualty count from the Havana administration following the American strikes. According to Cuban authorities, the officers were stationed in the South American nation at the formal request of President Nicolás Maduro’s government. While the specific nature of their deployment was not detailed in the broadcast, the statement emphasized that the personnel were “faithful to their responsibilities…

Manny Ita London — The Premier League reached its official midway point this week with Arsenal established as the team to beat, holding a four-point advantage at the summit of the table. As the Gunners seek to end a 22-year title drought, a series of managerial uncertainties and surprising surges from newly promoted sides have set the stage for a volatile second half of the season. The Title Race: Gunners Finding Their Grip Arsenal’s aspirations were bolstered Saturday by a hard-fought victory at Bournemouth, increasing the pressure on perennial chasers Manchester City. Despite City’s history of late-season charges, analysts suggest…

Manny Ita In 2025, the Nigerian socio-entertainment terrain has solidified its position as a global cultural powerhouse, This growth is driven by a “global-local fusion” where authentic Nigerian stories and sounds are no longer just novelties but permanent fixtures on the world stage. Nollywood. In 2025, Nigeria’s creative economy reached a historic valuation of approximately $15 billion, reflecting its transition from a cultural movement to a structured economic engine. This growth is anchored by Nollywood and the music sector, which together contribute significantly to the national GDP and employ over 4.2 million Nigerians. Economic Breakdown: Film vs. Music (2025) ​The…

AFCON 2025: Morocco advanced to quarter-finals with 1–0 victory over Tanzania Morocco players celebrate winning goal against Tanzania at AFCON 2025. Credit: CAF Diaz scored lone goal for Morocco. Morocco booked their place in the quarter-finals of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025 after edging Tanzania 1–0 in Rabat on Sunday, with Brahim Diaz’s second-half goal proving decisive. The Atlas Lions dominated possession throughout the Round of 16 encounter but were made to work hard by a disciplined Tanzanian side that defended compactly and limited clear-cut chances. Captained by Achraf Hakimi for the first time at this edition of…

Football legend Jay-Jay Okocha’s daughter Daniella weds With a heartwarming moment played out yesterday, Nigerian football legend Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha gave his daughter, Daniella, out in marriage, blessing the couple as they embarked on their new life together. The touching scenes were shared on Daniella’s Instagram Stories, accompanied by beautiful photos capturing highlights from the day. A video showed the Eagles star laying hands on both his daughter and son-in-law while offering prayers for their union, a gesture that drew warm responses from fans across social media. The wedding was a stunning blend of tradition and modern elegance, featuring both…

Manny Ita ABUJA- President Bola Tinubu has directed Nigeria’s top security brass to apprehend the perpetrators of a fatal attack on the Kasuwan Daji community in Niger State, where at least 35 people were killed and dozens kidnapped. The attack occurred on the evening of January 3, 2026. According to the Niger State Police Command, bandits emerged from the National Park forest to invade the community, located in the Kabe District of the state. Police spokesperson Wasiu Abiodun confirmed that the invaders arrived at approximately 4:30 p.m. and proceeded to lay siege to the area for several hours. ​“On 03/01/2026…

Manny Ita LAGOS – Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has promised Lagosians a year of aggressive developmental growth, pledging to deliver a new wave of transformational projects across the state’s critical sectors throughout 2026. Speaking on Sunday at the 26th Lagos Annual Thanksgiving Service held at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), the Governor identified transportation, agriculture, health, energy, and the environment as the primary beneficiaries of his administration’s upcoming fiscal focus. ​The service, themed “Grateful for Unfailing Mercies”(Lamentations 3:22–23), served as both a spiritual reflection and a policy roadmap for the nation’s commercial hub. ​Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasized that his administration remains steadfast in driving…

See How Anthony Joshua Managed To Escape Death ~ Driver Anthony Joshua at accident scene According to the testimonies of the closest ones, reports indicate that the former heavyweight champion changed seats shortly before the vehicle collided with a stationary truck. The driver has since been charged with four offences by a Nigerian court, including driving without a valid licence. Anthony Joshua narrowly escaped death in a tragic road crash that claimed the lives of two close friends, following a last-minute decision that altered where he sat in the vehicle. The startling detail emerged during court proceedings involving his driver…