July 17, 2025
Euro 2025: England Stage Stunning Comeback to Beat Sweden in Dramatic Shootout
England kept their European title defence alive with a remarkable comeback and dramatic penalty shootout win over Sweden in the quarter-finals of the ongoing UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 in Zurich. Sarina Wiegman’s side came from two goals down with just 11 minutes of regular time left, then held their nerve in a chaotic shootout to […]
Transfer Update: Napoli Sign Dutch International Noa Lang in €25m Deal
Serie A reigning champions Napoli have completed the signing of Dutch international Noa Lang from PSV Eindhoven in a deal worth €25 million, the club confirmed today Thursday 17 July. In an official statement, Napoli wrote: “SSC Napoli announces that it has definitively acquired the registration of the player Noa Noell Lang from PSV Eindhoven.” […]
INEC Extends Voter Registration Amid High Turnout in Anambra
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced an extension of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise in Anambra State, following growing appeals from residents for more time to register. In an official statement released on Thursday, July 17, 2025, Sam Olumekun, INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, explained […]
BREAKING: Tinubu renames UNIMAID as MUHAMMADU Buhari University
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced that the University of Maiduguri will henceforth be renamed Muhammadu Buhari University in honour of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. President Tinubu made this declaration during a special session of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) convened to pay tributes to his predecessor, who recently passed away. The session, […]
Makinde Celebrates Alaafin of Oyo at 50
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has warmly congratulated the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade I, on the occasion of his 50th birthday, describing the milestone as both significant and symbolic, particularly for the ancient Oyo Kingdom and the entire state. In a goodwill message issued in honour of the royal father, Governor […]
Police Explain Circumstances Surrounding Death of ‘Enemi’ in Kogi
The Kogi State Police Command has provided a detailed account regarding the death of one Muhammed Kassim, popularly known as “Enemi,” a native of Idah in Kogi State. The Command confirmed his death in an official statement released on Wednesday, July 17, 2025, through its Public Relations Officer, SP William Ovye Aya. The police disclosed […]
NPFL : Kano Pillars Announce Landmark Sponsorship Deal with RFI Hausa
Kano Pillars Football Club has secured a major sponsorship deal with international media powerhouse Radio France Internationale (RFI) Hausa, marking a significant milestone in the club’s history. The deal sees RFI Hausa become the main sponsor of Kano Pillars FC for the upcoming season. As part of the agreement, RFI Hausa’s logo will feature prominently […]
Revenue Service Dismisses Obi’s Brewery Tax Claim
The Anambra State Internal Revenue Service (AIRS) has publicly dismissed the claim made by the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate and former governor of the state, Peter Obi, that SABMiller Breweries is the highest taxpayer in Anambra State. In a press statement issued on Thursday, the Anambra State Internal Revenue Service (AIRS) Chairman, Dr. Greg […]
Wike’s Aide Slams Atiku Over PDP Exit
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, through his Senior Special Assistant on Media, Mr. Lere Olayinka, has lambasted former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over his recent resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP. ). Olayinka, speaking on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television, did not mince words in describing Atiku’s […]
NIMASA Closes Two Lagos Terminals Over Security Breach
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has ordered the closure of two private oil terminals—ShellPlux and TMDK Terminals—in the Ijegun-Egba area of Lagos for persistent violations of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. The enforcement action, announced in a statement by NIMASA’s Head of Public Relations, Osagie Edward, underscores the […]