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By Adeola Badru The founder of the Iru Ekun Security Network and Yoruba Nation activist, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has announced the rescue of a woman and her son who were abducted in Igbope, Oorelope Local Government Area of Oyo State. According to Igboho, the victims, identified as Adijat Kubura Aliqlas … Continue reading “Igboho’s ‘Iru Ekun’ security rescues abducted Oyo woman, son in Kwara”
Herve Renard, who took over from Sabri Lamouchi as Tunisia coach in the middle of the World Cup, announced on Saturday that he was stepping down after just two matches in charge of the Eagles of Carthage. “My adventure (with Tunisia) has come to an end,” the 57-year-old Frenchman posted on Instagram. “Before I leave, … Continue reading “Coach Renard leaves Tunisia after World Cup group-stage exit”
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has entered the knockout stages, yet it has been remarkable not only for being the biggest in football history so far, but also for its unusual moments. It has delivered remarkable fan antics, underdog stories, emotional scenes and controversial decisions. On a personal note, because I’m visiting the US and Canada, … Continue reading “Unusual moments in the World Cup, by Azu Ishiekwene”
Nigeria’s slow rebound in crude oil production to around 1.66 million barrels per day is good news, but it should not be treated as a major victory. After years of painful decline caused by oil theft, pipeline attacks, the departure of foreign oil companies and policy confusion, the recovery simply means the Federal Government has … Continue reading “Nigeria’s oil production: We must do more”
SINCE last weekend, the internet was literally rent asunder over remarks made by the wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. In a video which went viral, the First Lady, in company of other ladies of the realm, was seen advising people, especially womenfolk, to engage in cottage enterprises like frying akara for sale, roasting corn for … Continue reading “Akara, kulikuli and our disconnection from reality, by Adekunle Adekoya”
The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, (AAC), and activist, Omoyele Sowore, has argued that freedom of expression in a democracy cannot be subjected to the whims and caprices of those in authority, insisting that only the rule of law can define the legitimate limits of speech and criticism of government officials. The remarks … Continue reading “Sowore: Freedom of Expression Cannot Be Regulated By The Whim, Caprices Of Those In Power”
The president of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria, (PETROAN), Billy Gillis-Harry, has defended the slow pace of reductions in petrol pump prices across Nigeria, following declines in international oil prices, arguing that marketers must first sell off existing stock purchased at higher costs before reflecting lower prices at filling stations. “When … Continue reading “Gillis-Harry: Fuel Price Cuts Are Delayed Because Old Stock Must Be Sold First”
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday inaugurated a 600-metre underpass and a 3.7-kilometre dualised township road network in Akwanga Local Government Area of Nasarawa State as part of efforts to ease traffic congestion and stimulate economic activities. Represented by the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, the President said the projects … Continue reading “Tinubu Inaugurates Akwanga Underpass, Dualised Roads in Nasarawa”
Slander and defamation are legal terms related to harmful false statements about a person. Defamation (the broader term) Defamation is the general legal wrong of making a false statement about someone that damages their reputation. It includes both written and spoken forms. To prove defamation, the plaintiff usually must show: A false statement of fact … Continue reading “The Streisand Effect – Slander and defamation are legal terms related to harmful false statements about a person.”
By Nkiruka Nnorom with agency report The Nigerian husband of Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality Deputy Executive Mayor, Lulama Titi-Odili, has been arrested in Bloemfontein after police uncovered 28 suspected undocumented foreign nationals at a guesthouse linked to him. The arrest was confirmed earlier today by Free State Premier, MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae, following a joint operation by the … Continue reading “Xenophobia: Nigerian arrested for allegedly housing ‘undocumented’ migrants”