July 5, 2025
UK Re-establishes Diplomatic Ties with Syria
The United Kingdom has formally restored diplomatic relations with Syria, marking a significant shift in UK foreign policy eight months after the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy’s visit to Damascus on Saturday was the first by a British minister to Syria in 14 years. “After over a decade of conflict, […]
Hamas Ready to Engage in Gaza Ceasefire Talks Immediately
The Palestinian militant group Hamas has expressed its readiness to engage in ceasefire talks with Israel, signaling a potential breakthrough in the ongoing conflict. According to a statement released by Hamas, the group is willing to participate in negotiations “immediately” to discuss the terms of a draft US-backed truce proposal. This development comes as Israeli […]
South-South APC Stakeholders Endorse President Tinubu for 2027
Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Nigeria’s South-South region have unanimously adopted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the party’s sole presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. The resolution was reached during a high-level meeting held on Saturday. The political leaders also endorsed incumbent APC governors from the region—namely those of Akwa Ibom, […]
Chelsea Complete £48.5m Signing of Winger Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund
Chelsea have completed the signing of highly-rated England U21 winger Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund in a deal worth £48.5 million, with an additional £3.5 million in performance-based add-ons. The 20-year-old has signed a seven-year contract with the Blues, becoming the latest addition to a busy summer window at Stamford Bridge. Gittens, who began his […]
Outrage Erupts After Chief Imam was Caught Raping Minor
A wave of anger and protest swept through the Babasanya-Araka area of Ede, Osun State, on Saturday following the shocking discovery of a Chief Imam, identified only as Kadiri, allegedly raping an eight-year-old girl (name withheld) after sending her on an errand. According to eyewitness accounts, the disturbing incident occurred around 12 noon. The young […]
Official: Walker Joins Burnley from Manchester City
Veteran Three Lions of England defender Kyle Walker has completed a permanent move to newly-promoted Burnley FC, signing a two-year contract in a deal worth a reported £5 million ($6.8 million) to Manchester City. The 35-year-old right-back, who joined City in 2017, brings a wealth of experience to the Clarets, having made 410 Premier League […]
Diogo Jota, Brother Laid to Rest in Portugal After Tragic Crash
Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota and his younger brother Andre Silva were laid to rest on Saturday in their hometown of Gondomar, near Porto, following a fatal car accident that has left the football world in mourning. The pair died on Thursday when their car veered off a motorway in northwestern Spain and burst […]
IHRC Backs IGP’s Push to End Police Pension Injustice
The International Human Rights Commission (IHRC), Nigeria, has fully endorsed the renewed advocacy IGP Egbetokun Orders 50% Crime Reduction by Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun for a comprehensive overhaul of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) as it pertains to retired officers of the Nigeria Police Force. In a diplomatic memo addressed to President Bola Ahmed […]
ADC Coalition: No Vacancy in Aso Rock Until 2031 – Presidency
President Tinubu is not even halfway into a transformative tenure marked by bold reforms, visionary leadership, and steady governance. There is no vacancy in Aso Rock until 2031 The Nigerian Presidency has strongly criticized the growing coalition of opposition figures coalescing under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), labeling the move as a desperate and disjointed […]
President Tinubu Arrives in Rio de Janeiro for BRICS Meeting
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to participate in the 17th Summit of Heads of State and Government for the Global South and Emerging Economic Bloc, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa (BRICS). The President’s flight touched down at the Galeao Air Force Base tarmac at 8:45 pm on […]