May 13, 2025
Escaped suspect in Anambra Lawmaker’s murder re-arrested
Anambra Police Rearrest Fugitive Linked to Kidnap and Murder of Lawmaker Hon. Justice Azuka In connection with the murder of the representative for Onitsha North 1 Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly, Hon. Justice Azuka, law enforcement authorities initially arrested nine individuals believed to be part of a criminal syndicate operating in the […]
Expect Composed Game Against South Africa — Zubairu
Nigeria’s U20 national team, the Flying Eagles, are poised for a commanding performance in their semi-final match against South Africa’s Amajita at the CAF U20 Cup of Nations in Ismailia on Thursday, according to Head Coach Aliyu Zubairu. Fresh off a hard-fought 3-1 penalty shootout victory over defending champions Senegal in the quarter-finals at the […]
Fortuna Sittard’s European Dreams Derailed by Paperwork Blunder
Fortuna Sittard’s hopes of competing in European football next season have been crushed due to a failure to secure a mandatory UEFA licence. The Dutch Eredivisie club, currently ninth with two games remaining, was in contention for a play-off spot to qualify for the UEFA Conference League. However, the club missed the April 8 deadline […]
Hotel Manager kills POS operator, collects ransom from her Father
The management of Century Home Hotel in Owhelogbo community, Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State, Iboirode, has admitted to the savage murder of a 22-year-old POS operator, Onoriode Bethel. Earlier at April, IREPORT247NEW reported that pastor Ogofotha lodged at the Century Home Hotel in the Owhelogbo neighborhood after arriving in Otowe late. He […]
India-Pakistan Conflict Escalation
Unprovoked and reprehensible dastardly attacks killed 40 civilians, including seven women and 15 children, and 11 military service members in the ongoing India-Pakistan conflict. Pakistan reported 11 personnel of the Pakistan Armed Forces embracing martyrdom and 78 wounded while defending the motherland with exemplary valour. However, India claimed 15 civilians and five soldiers died in […]
Moonshine Tragedy in Northern India Claims 17 Lives
A devastating tragedy has occurred in northern India, where 17 people lost their lives and six others are fighting for their survival after consuming moonshine laced with methanol. The incident took place in the Amritsar district of Punjab, where villagers drank the toxic liquor late on Monday. According to Senior Police Officer Maninder Singh, the […]
UN Reforms: A Call for Painful Changes
United Nations(UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has emphasized the need for “painful” changes to reform the global body, ensuring it can operate more efficiently amidst chronic budget constraints. The proposed reforms, part of the UN80 initiative launched in March, aim to streamline operations, eliminate overlaps, and enhance transparency and accountability. Guterres stressed that the current financial […]
UK PM’s Properties Targeted in Suspected Arson Attacks
A 21-year-old man was arrested early Tuesday in connection with suspected arson attacks on two properties linked to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The Metropolitan Police force apprehended the suspect “on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life” and is currently holding him in custody. The arrest follows a series of incidents involving properties […]
Oyetola’s Order, IGP’s Raid: one man died in custody over Osun poll crisis
Man Dies in Police Custody Following Prolonged Detention Linked to Osun LG Election Dispute A 40-year-old man, Ademola Adelugbin Apomu, has died while in police custody at the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) facility in Abuja after being held in prolonged detention, according to SaharaReporters. Sources disclosed that Apomu was among seven individuals arrested in connection […]
NSF: Oyo State Receives Torch of Unity
Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, represented by his deputy, Barrister Bayo-Lawal, officially received the Torch of Unity for the Ogun 2024 National Sports Festival on Tuesday. The torch was presented by Mrs. Ekeana Ibora, who led a delegation from the National Sports Commission, accompanied by members of Team Oyo, at the Governor’s Office. Addressing […]