Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Real Madrid’s Croatian midfielder Luka Modric announced on Thursday, May 22, 2025, that he will depart the Spanish football club following the conclusion of the Club World Cup this summer. Modric, 39, confirmed his impending departure in an Instagram post as his contract with Los Blancos approaches its end. He stated, “Everything in life has a start and an end… on Saturday I will play my last match at the Santiago Bernabeu.” The midfielder conveyed his sentiments regarding his tenure at the club: “I’m leaving with a full heart, filled with pride, gratitude and unforgettable memories.” He added, “And even…

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday, May 22, 2025, transmitted a budget proposal of N1.48 trillion for the Rivers State Government to the National Assembly for consideration and passage. The President stated that the budget proposal became necessary due to the nullification of the 2025 budget of Rivers State by the Supreme Court and the fact that the state is currently operating under emergency rule. Of the total proposed amount, N324 billion is earmarked for infrastructure, N166 billion for health, N75.6 billion for education, and N31.4 billion for agriculture. President Tinubu further indicated that the agricultural sector within the budget is…

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a new reduction in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) across Nigeria, effective Thursday. New rates will now range from N875 to N905 per litre, depending on the retail location. The new pricing represents a N15 reduction per litre across all regions and partner retail outlets. The announcement was made via the official social media channels of Dangote Refinery on Thursday. The adjusted prices apply to major fuel marketers in partnership with the refinery, including MRS, Ardova, Heyden, Optima Energy, Techno Oil, and Hyde Energy. Under the previous pricing structure, petrol retailed…

Seven farmers have been killed in fresh attacks by suspected herdsmen in the Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State, occurring between Wednesday and Thursday morning. The affected communities are located within Agatu LGA, a region that has experienced repeated herdsmen-related violence in recent years, leading to displacement and disruption of farming activities. According to sources, the herdsmen initially displaced residents from their farms in Obagaji on Wednesday. Subsequently, they launched coordinated attacks on the Ogwumogbo and Okpokpolo communities in the early hours of Thursday. A source familiar with the incidents stated, “Fulani herdsmen chased people from their farms yesterday…

Through the Valley of Shadows: A Pilgrimage to Zamfara Through the Valley of Shadows: A Pilgrimage to Zamfara There is a haunting allure to the North a siren call that lingers in the bones long after one has departed its vast, sun-scorched embrace. Years ago, while serving as a youth corper in Minna, Niger State, I experienced this allure firsthand: the unhurried cadence of life, the warmth of communal bonds, and the silent poetry of its arid landscapes. However, the shadows of Boko Haram and rampant banditry soon eclipsed its beauty, transforming the North into a paradox, a land…

The Nigerian government has filed criminal charges against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan in connection with statements she made on national television alleging a plot to assassinate her. The charges were filed before the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. While specific details of all charges remain limited, one charge is directly linked to allegations made by Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan during an appearance on Channels Television’s “Politics Today” on April 3, 2025. During the live broadcast, she accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello of conspiring to have her assassinated. The charge sheet, obtained by SaharaReporters,…

Police Chief Under Fire for Alleged N6 Billion Uniform Contract Irregularities Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun is facing scrutiny over a N6 billion police uniform contract awarded to Messrs Crown Natures Nigeria Plc, a company reportedly inactive and lacking proper tax records with the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP). Investigations reveal that the contract was allegedly split into 66 smaller parts, each valued between N45.7 million and N99.3 million, seemingly to bypass the IGP’s N100 million approval threshold, which requires ministerial or Federal Executive Council (FEC) endorsement for larger sums. All 66 segments were reportedly awarded to the…

Troost-Ekong celebrity match expects Martins, Joshua, Osimhen to grace occasion William Troost-Ekong Troost-Ekong celebrity match expects Martins, Joshua, Osimhen to grace occasion Troost-Ekong celebrity match expects Martins, Joshua, Osimhen to grace occasion. Former Super Eagles striker Obafemi Martins, heavyweight boxing ex-champion Anthony Joshua, and Napoli forward Victor Osimhen are among the star-studded cast of celebrities set to participate in the second edition of the Troost Ekong Foundation charity football match in Lagos next month. The charity event, themed “Play for Purpose,” will take place on Sunday, June 22, at the Onikan Stadium, Mobalaji Johnson Arena, Lagos, with proceeds going towards…

FIFA President Infantino celebrates Remo on NPFL title victory FIFA President Gianni Infantino FIFA President Infantino celebrates Remo on NPFL title victory FIFA President Gianni Infantino has extended his congratulations to Remo Stars following their historic triumph in the Nigeria Premier Football League. According to the official letter dated May 21 and addressed to Nigeria Football Federation President Ibrahim Gusau, Infantino lauded Remo Stars for winning their first-ever NPFL crown, describing the club’s title-winning campaign as a product of consistency over the season. “By means of this letter, I am pleased to congratulate the new champions of Nigeria, Remo Stars…

Canada recognises Olukoyede with ‘Certificate of Recognition’ for effort in curbing crime on the globe Canada recognises Olukoyede with ‘Certificate of Recognition’ for effort in curbing crime on the globe The Canadian High Commission in Nigeria, on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, honoured the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, with a Certificate of Recognition for his outstanding contributions to the global fight against transnational crime, including economic and financial crimes, vehicle trafficking, online exploitation, and drug smuggling. The certificate was presented by the Canadian High Commissioner to Nigeria, His Excellency Pasquale Salvaggio, during…