Author: Fisayo

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has commenced the trial of five men accused of masterminding the June 5, 2022, terrorist attack on St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State, which left more than 40 worshippers dead and over 100 others injured. The Department of State Services (DSS) had on August 11, 2025, arraigned…

Barcelona have confirmed that LaLiga has officially approved the registration of goalkeeper Joan García for the 2025/26 season, following the placement of Marc-André ter Stegen on the long-term injury list. The decision, which was communicated to the club this week, provides Barcelona with crucial flexibility under LaLiga’s strict salary cap rules, enabling them to register…

The Deji and Paramount Ruler of Akure Kingdom has announced the closure of all markets, stalls, and shops across Akure on Thursday, August 14, 2025, in observance of the annual Aheregbe Festival. According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the monarch’s Chief Press Secretary, Adeyeye Michael, the directive is part of the age-long tradition…

The House of Representatives Committee on Labour, Employment and Productivity has appealed to the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) to suspend their ongoing nationwide strike, citing its adverse impact on healthcare delivery across the country. In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by the Committee Chairman, Asiwaju (Dr.) Adegboyega Adefarati, the…

The National Youth Committee of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) has issued a seven-day ultimatum to human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, demanding a public retraction and apology over alleged defamatory remarks made against the Force Public Relations Officer (FPPRO), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Olumuyiwa Adejobi. In a statement made available to journalists in…

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Joint Campus Council (JCC), Ondo Axis, has commended the Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, for his youth-driven approach to governance, particularly in the education and empowerment sectors. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Comrade Oluwarotimi Tobiloba Joshua, NANS described the governor’s administration as one that genuinely…

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has officially announced the reopening of its recruitment portal, following a temporary suspension due to technical issues. Previously, the board had paused the ongoing recruitment process for the four paramilitary agencies under its supervision after encountering significant glitches with the portal. However, in an update…

The Senate has said embattled Kogi Central lawmaker, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, will not be allowed to resume duties on Tuesday, July 23, insisting that no valid court order currently compels her recall. This was made known on Sunday by the Chairman, Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, who explained that the…

Fresh details have emerged regarding the cause of death of Nigeria’s immediate past president, Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away in the early hours of Sunday in London. Multiple reliable sources have confirmed that the former president died after a prolonged battle with leukemia, a type of blood cancer. Though the presidency is yet to release…

Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has announced plans to return to the National Assembly on Tuesday, following a court ruling that nullified her suspension and ordered her reinstatement. However, the Senate has stated it will not act on the court’s directive until it receives and reviews the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the…

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has received commendations for constituting a dynamic team of commissioners aimed at driving the state’s Ease of Doing Business agenda. The move, described as a bold initiative, is seen as a demonstration of the governor’s commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment, promoting economic growth, and improving the living standards…

No fewer than 100 cattle reportedly owned by suspected armed Fulani herdsmen have died under mysterious circumstances while crossing the River Benue into Nasarawa State. The incident, which occurred on Saturday, has sparked panic among riverine communities following eyewitness accounts and fears of possible attacks linked to the mass movement of the herders. According to…