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Credit: @ARISEtv via x.com Continue reading →: Keyamo Defends N712bn Lagos Airport Renovation, Says ‘Detty December’ coming, Aviation – Face of NigeriaNigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has again defended the ₦712 billion budget allocated for the renovation of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos, calling it a necessary investment for the country’s global image, tourism, and foreign investment. Speaking during an interview on Arise News,…
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Credit: @WSJ via x.com Continue reading →: President Trump Set to Sign Executive Order Targeting Bank Discrimination Against Conservatives, Crypto FirmsPresident Donald J. Trump is preparing to sign a sweeping executive order this week aimed at penalizing banks found to be discriminating against individuals or businesses based on political ideology or industry affiliation, with a particular focus on conservative voices and cryptocurrency firms. According to a report by The Wall…
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Credit: @tokunbo_wahab via x.com Continue reading →: Lagos Commissioner Addresses Viral Flooding Video, Assures Ikorodu Residents of Permanent SolutionThe Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, has responded to a trending video showing heavy flooding in parts of Ikorodu, acknowledging the concerns it has generated among residents and assuring them that lasting relief is underway. Credit: @tokunbo_wahab via x.com. In a post on his…
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Credit: @PeterObi via x.com Continue reading →: Peter Obi Hails D’Tigress’ Historic AfroBasket Victory: “Mission V Accomplished”Former Governor of Anambra State and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has extended warm congratulations to Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, following their remarkable triumph at the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Championship, where they clinched their fifth consecutive title. In a celebratory message posted on his verified X (formerly Twitter)…
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Credit: @Keir_Starmer via x.com Continue reading →: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Vows to Strengthen Border Security, New Investments and StrategyBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer has pledged to deploy “every tool at his disposal” to secure the United Kingdom’s borders, reaffirming his government’s commitment to tackling illegal migration and disrupting smuggling networks operating in the English Channel. In a statement posted on his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle on Monday,…
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Credit: @BitcoinMagazine via x.com. Continue reading →: Metaplanet Inc. Acquires 463 Bitcoin Worth $53.7 Million, Expanding Holdings to 17,595 BTCJapanese investment firm Metaplanet Inc. has announced the acquisition of 463 additional Bitcoin, valued at approximately $53.7 million, as part of its strategic initiative to adopt Bitcoin as its primary treasury reserve asset. In a post on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Monday, Metaplanet confirmed that the purchase…
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Credit: @officialABAT via x.com Continue reading →: President Tinubu Hails D’Tigress’ AfroBasket Triumph, Awaits Team’s Return, TrophyFollowing Nigeria’s emphatic victory in the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has warmly praised the national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, for emerging champions of Africa for the fifth consecutive time and their seventh overall title in the tournament’s history. In a post shared on…
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Credit: @CustomsNG via x.com. Continue reading →: Nigeria Customs Lilypond Export Command Records $1.58 Billion in Exports, 200% Container Surge in H1 2025The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Lilypond Export Command (LEXC), has posted outstanding growth in export activities for the first half of 2025, with total export value reaching $1.58 billion and container throughput surging by 200%, according to the Command’s half-year report delivered on Thursday, July 31, 2025. The Customs Area…
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Credit: @CustomsNG via x.com Continue reading →: CDCFIB Extends Recruitment Application Deadline by One WeekThe Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has officially announced a one-week extension of the closing date for its ongoing recruitment exercise. The decision was confirmed by the Secretary to the Board, A.M. Jibril, in a statement shared on the Nigeria Customs official X (formerly Twitter) handle…
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Credit: @fkeyamo via x.com Continue reading →: Amid loan concerns, Keyamo explains Comprehensive overhaul of Lagos M. Mohammed International AirportThe Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has provided detailed insights into the Federal Government’s ambitious plans to upgrade the Murtala Mohammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos, following the recent approval granted by the Federal Executive Council (FEC). In a series of updates posted on his official X…
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Credit: @nayibbukele via x.com. Continue reading →: EDITORIAL: Could Dictatorship Become What States Make of It? – A Provocative, Intellectually Rich Question To El Salvador’s Sovereignty DilemmaWhen El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele tweeted on August 3, 2025, that “90% of developed countries allow the indefinite reelection of their head of government and no one bats an eye,” he wasn’t just defending his political choices—he was exposing a deeper hypocrisy embedded in global power structures. Bukele’s message…
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Credit: @BRICSinfo via x.com Continue reading →: Russia to Begin Human Trials of Free mRNA-Based Cancer Vaccine Targeting MelanomaThe Gamaleya National Research Center for Epidemiology and Microbiology in Russia is planning to commence human clinical trials for a new mRNA-based cancer vaccine designed to treat melanoma, one of the most aggressive forms of skin cancer. According to a post by BRICS Info on X (formerly Twitter), the innovative…
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Credit: @aonanuga1956 via x.com. Continue reading →: President Tinubu Congratulates D’Tigress on Historic AfroBasket Final BerthPresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended heartfelt congratulations to Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, following their hard-fought 75-68 victory over Senegal, securing a place in the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket for the fifth consecutive time. The congratulatory message was conveyed through the President’s Special Adviser on Information…
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Credit: @PoliceNG via x.com Continue reading →: IGP Egbetokun Deploys Advanced Tech for Crime Fighting, Orders Specialized Training for Intelligence OfficersIn a decisive move to strengthen the fight against violent crimes and enhance intelligence capabilities, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has announced the acquisition of state-of-the-art technological devices and applications for the Technical Intelligence Unit (TIU) of the Nigeria Police Force. According to a press…
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Credit: @_PastorUmoEno via x.com Continue reading →: Governor Umo Eno Inaugurates NUJ Auditorium, Gifts Cars to Union MembersThe Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, has inaugurated the ultra-modern Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Auditorium Complex in Uyo, marking a major milestone in government-media collaboration within the state. The announcement was made via the Governor’s official X (formerly Twitter) account on Friday, August 1, 2025.…
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Credit: @Starlink via x.com Continue reading →: Elon Musk Unveils Starlink Update: Terminals Now Switch Satellites 10 Times Per Second for Seamless ConnectivityElon Musk has announced a significant technological breakthrough for Starlink, the satellite-based internet service developed by SpaceX, aimed at delivering high-speed internet to even the most remote corners of the planet. In a post on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account, Musk revealed that Starlink user terminals can now dynamically…
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Credit: @FabrizioRomano via x.com Continue reading →: Heung-min Son Announces Tottenham Departure After 10 Years, Eyes Move to LAFCHeung-min Son, one of Tottenham Hotspur’s modern legends, has officially announced his departure from the club after a memorable decade-long spell, where he scored 162 goals and recently captained the team to Europa League glory. The news was first reported by renowned football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, who confirmed Son’s…
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Credit: @MoSalah via x.com. Continue reading →: Mo Salah Bids Emotional Farewell to Lucho After Liverpool DepartureLiverpool star Mohamed Salah has penned a heartfelt farewell message to teammate Luis Díaz, affectionately known as Lucho, following the Colombian winger’s departure from Anfield. In a touching tribute shared via Salah’s official X (formerly Twitter) accounts, the Egyptian forward praised Díaz’s character, resilience, and impact both on and off…
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Credit: @LFC via x.com. Continue reading →: Liverpool FC Unveils Redefined Adidas 2025/26 Home KitLiverpool Football Club has officially unveiled its 2025/26 home kit, redefined in partnership with Adidas, marking a bold new era in the club’s historic legacy. The announcement was made on the club’s official X (formerly Twitter) account on Friday morning. Described as a blend of heritage and innovation, the new…
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Credit: @LFC via x.com. Continue reading →: Liverpool Unveil Squad Numbers for 2025/26 Season: Wirtz Takes Iconic No. 7 ShirtLiverpool Football Club has officially announced the squad numbers for the upcoming 2025/26 season, with several new signings receiving their shirt numbers ahead of the campaign under manager Arne Slot. Among the most notable assignments is German attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz, who has been handed the iconic No. 7 jersey,…
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Credit: @MarkJCarney via x.com Continue reading →: Canada Responds to New U.S. Tariffs: PM Mark Carney Reaffirms Commitment to CUSMA, Vows to Defend Key IndustriesCanadian Prime Minister Right Honourable Mark Carney has issued a formal response following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 35% tariff increase on Canadian exports not covered under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). In a statement released on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday, Carney expressed disappointment…
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Credit: @Trump Truth Social Posts On X Continue reading →: Rahul Gandhi Echos Trump’s Label of India’s Economy “Dead” Amid Trade TensionsU.S. President Donald J. Trump has sparked controversy after referring to India’s economy as “dead” in a post on his Truth Social platform, amid escalating trade tensions and concerns over India’s growing ties with Russia. In the strongly worded statement, President Trump wrote: “I don’t care what India does with…
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Credit: @FabrizioRomano via x.com Continue reading →: Manchester United Set to Bid for Benjamin Šeško, Newcastle Also in the RaceRenowned football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Manchester United have officially informed RB Leipzig of their intention to submit a bid for Slovenian striker Benjamin Šeško. In a post on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday, Romano reported that United not only plan to lodge a…
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Credit: @fkeyamo via x.com. Continue reading →: Nigeria’s Aviation Minister Announces Emergency Mock Exercise at Nnamdi Azikiwe International AirportThe Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has announced that an Aircraft Emergency Mock Exercise is set to commence today, July 31, 2025, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. In a public statement issued via his verified X (formerly Twitter) account, Keyamo informed the public that…
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Credit: @ZelenskyyUa via x.com. Continue reading →: Zelenskyy Confirms 7 Dead, Including a Child, After Recent Russian Strike on KyivUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed that at least seven people, including a child, were killed in a Russian attack on Kyiv, describing the assault as “extremely insidious” and aimed at overwhelming Ukraine’s air defense systems. In a statement posted to his verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday morning,…
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Credit: @rovercrc via x.com Continue reading →: BlackRock Expands Digital Asset Holdings with New Bitcoin, Ethereum AcquisitionsBlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has deepened its investment in the cryptocurrency market with the acquisition of 291 Bitcoin valued at approximately $34.4 million and 5,350 Ethereum through its spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on July 30, 2025. The latest purchase raises BlackRock’s total Bitcoin holdings to over 740,000 BTC,…
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Credit: @Trump Posts On Truth Social via x.com Continue reading →: Trump Slams India-Russia Ties in Fiery Truth Social Post, Warns MedvedevUnited States President Donald J. Trump on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on India and Russia over their growing economic ties, stating bluntly that he “doesn’t care what India does with Russia” and warning former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev to “watch his words.” In a post made on his Truth…
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Credit: @GEJonathan via x.com Continue reading →: Goodluck Jonathan Arrives in Banjul for Inaugural Sahel Governance ForumFormer President of Nigeria, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, has confirmed his arrival in Banjul, The Gambia, ahead of the Inaugural Sahel Governance Forum, scheduled to hold from July 30 to 31, 2025. Using his verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Tuesday evening, Dr. Jonathan announced his arrival in the Gambian…
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Credit: @officialEFCC via x.com. Continue reading →: EFCC Chairman Olukoyede Urges Lawmakers to Partner on Making NELFund a Model of Good GovernanceThe Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has called on the House of Representatives to collaborate with the Commission to ensure the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) becomes a model scheme that delivers real impact to young Nigerians. Olukoyede made the appeal on Tuesday…
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Credit: @_youfoundalex via x.com. Continue reading →: Nigerian Man Freed After 10 Years in Detention Without Trial Over Alleged Theft Committed at Age 12A harrowing tale of injustice has come to light after a young Nigerian man, Emeka Nzeruike, was released from detention on Monday, nearly 10 years after his arrest for an alleged theft committed in 2015, when he was just 12 years old. His story has ignited widespread outrage and renewed…
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Credit: x.com Continue reading →: Tsunami Warnings Issued Across Pacific Following 8.7-Magnitude Earthquake Off Russia’s Kamchatka PeninsulaA powerful 8.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia early Wednesday, triggering widespread tsunami warnings and watches across the Pacific, including Hawaii, Japan, Alaska, and the U.S. West Coast. The quake, which occurred deep in the Pacific Ocean, prompted immediate alerts and evacuations in several coastal communities. While…
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Credit: @Arsenal via x.com. Continue reading →: Arsenal Sign Swedish Striker Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting CP for £63.5 MillionArsenal FC have completed the signing of prolific Swedish striker Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting CP in a high-profile deal worth £63.5 million, marking a major boost to Mikel Arteta’s attacking options ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League season. The 26-year-old forward has signed a five-year contract with the North London…
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Credit: @ESPNFC via x.com. Continue reading →: FC Barcelona Unveils Kobe Bryant-Inspired Away Kit for 2025/26 SeasonFC Barcelona has officially unveiled their striking new 2025/26 away kit, designed in collaboration with global sportswear giant Nike to honour late NBA icon Kobe Bryant. The launch celebrates Bryant’s legendary Mamba Mentality and his well-documented admiration for the Catalan club. The bold design features a gold base with violet…
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Credit: @PeterObi via x.com Continue reading →: Peter Obi Decries Nigeria’s Soaring Debt, Calls for Responsible Leadership and Fiscal DisciplineFormer Governor of Anambra State and Labour Party’s 2023 Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed deep concern over Nigeria’s rapidly expanding debt profile, warning that the federal government’s unchecked borrowing is driving the nation toward a dire economic future. In a detailed statement posted on his official X (formerly Twitter)…
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Credit: @officialSKSM via x.com. Continue reading →: Nigeria Signs MoU with Dalberg and Campo Groups to Boost Green Legacy ProgrammeVice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, has announced that the Federal Government has initiated the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a consortium comprising the Dalberg Group and Campo Group, in a bold move to strengthen the country’s Green Legacy Programme. The announcement was made via the…
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Credit: @nypost via x.com. Continue reading →: Gunman Kills Four, Including NYPD Officer, in Midtown Manhattan Office ShootingA tragic mass shooting unfolded Monday evening in Midtown Manhattan when a gunman opened fire inside a high-rise office building at 345 Park Avenue, leaving four people dead, including a New York Police Department (NYPD) officer, before taking his own life. According to the New York Post, which reported the…
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Credit: @FabrizioRomano via x.com. Continue reading →: Granit Xhaka Joins Sunderland in €20 Million Transfer from Bayer LeverkusenIn a bold move to bolster their midfield ahead of the new Premier League season, Sunderland AFC have secured the signing of Swiss international Granit Xhaka from Bayer Leverkusen for a reported fee of €20 million. The news was confirmed by renowned football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, who posted the…
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Credit: @PeterObi via x.com. Continue reading →: Peter Obi Criticizes President Tinubu’s Economic Track Record, Cites Rising Hunger and Misleading StatisticsFormer Governor of Anambra State and 2023 Labour Party Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, has taken a swipe at President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, accusing his administration of worsening Nigeria’s economic crisis while attempting to cover it up with misleading statistics. In a statement posted on his official X (formerly Twitter) account…
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Credit: @CBSNewsTexas via x.com Continue reading →: U.S. Justice Department, FBI Dismantle Four Major Child Exploitation Sites in Dark Web CrackdownIn a landmark victory against online child exploitation, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have jointly dismantled four major dark web platforms used to traffic abusive content involving children. The breakthrough operation, codenamed Operation Grayskull, was announced in a statement shared by…
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Credit: @Lionesses via x.com Continue reading →: England Clinch Back-to-Back European Titles with 2–1 Victory Over Spain in Euro 2025 FinalEngland have successfully defended their European crown, defeating Spain 2–1 in a pulsating UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 final, securing back-to-back titles and cementing their dominance on the continent. In front of a capacity crowd at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, the Lionesses delivered a spirited and tactically sound performance to edge…
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Credit: @FabrizioRomano via x.com Continue reading →: Liverpool Set to Launch Huge Bid for Newcastle’s Striker After Luis Díaz ExitLiverpool Football Club is preparing a sensational £120 million bid for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, following the completed sale of Luis Díaz, according to sources close to the Merseyside club. A renowned football expert, Fabrizio Romano, confirmed on X (formerly Twitter) on July 27, 2025, that:“Liverpool are prepared to…
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Credit: @WhiteHouse via x.com Continue reading →: White House Confirms Trade Talks Between Trump, EU’s von der Leyen in ScotlandThe White House has announced that President Donald J. Trump met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Scotland on Sunday, July 27, for high-level discussions on transatlantic trade relations, according to an official post on its X (formerly Twitter) account. The meeting took place at Trump’s Turnberry…
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Credit: @officialSKSM via x.com Continue reading →: VP Shettima Departs for Ethiopia to Represent Nigeria at Second UN Food Systems SummitNigeria’s Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has departed Abuja for Addis Ababa, the Ethiopian capital, where he will represent the country at the Second United Nations (UN) Food Systems Summit, scheduled to hold from July 27 to 29, 2025. The announcement was made via the Vice President’s official X (formerly…
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Credit: @PoliceNG via x.com. Continue reading →: Nigeria Police Neutralize Armed Bandits, Recover 10 AK-47 Rifles in Nationwide OffensiveThe Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has recorded another major breakthrough in its ongoing war against violent crime, neutralizing three armed bandits and recovering ten AK-47 rifles during a series of intelligence-led operations across five states. This development was disclosed in a press release issued on the Force’s official X (formerly…
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Credit: @NigAirForce via x.com Continue reading →: Air Chief Reaffirms NAF’s Commitment to Youth Development and Education at AFMS 45th Anniversary ParadeThe Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s (NAF) unwavering dedication to youth development and quality education during the Joint Passing Out Parade of the Air Force Military School (AFMS) and Air Force Girls Military School (AFGMS) in Jos, Plateau…
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Continue reading →: Breaking News: Tragedy in Ifako-Ijaiye as Unidentified Man Allegedly Commits SuicideA somber mood enveloped Haruna Bus Stop, off College Road in Ifako-Ijaiye, Lagos, early this morning following the alleged suicide of an unidentified man, whose body was discovered hanging from a burglar-proof fence around 5:15 a.m. According to tricycle operators at the scene, the victim’s presence initially went unnoticed. It…
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Credit: @FIFAWWC via x.com. Continue reading →: Nigeria’s First Lady and President Tinubu Celebrate Super Falcons’ 10th WAFCON TriumphNigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have joined millions of Nigerians and football fans across Africa in celebrating the Super Falcons’ historic 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title, following their thrilling 3-2 victory over host nation Morocco in the final. Shortly after the…
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Credit: Trump Truth Social Posts on X. Continue reading →: President Trump Announces Ceasefire Talks Between Cambodia and Thailand, Says Peace Is NearUnited States President Donald J. Trump has announced that Cambodia and Thailand are moving toward an immediate ceasefire and renewed peace talks, following what he described as “a very good call” with the Prime Minister of Cambodia and updates on his discussions with Thailand’s Acting Prime Minister. Trump made the…
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Credit: @FabrizioRomano via x.com Continue reading →: Everton in Advanced Talks to Sign Belgian Winger Malick Fofana from LyonEverton Football Club is in advanced negotiations to secure the signing of highly-rated Belgian winger Malick Fofana from Olympique Lyonnais, according to renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Romano shared the update on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Friday, stating:“Everton are in advanced talks to sign Malick Fofana from…
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Credit: @brfootball via x.com. Continue reading →: Liverpool FC Unveils Permanent Tributes to Diogo Jota, Honours LegacyLiverpool Football Club has unveiled a series of heartfelt and permanent tributes to honour the memory of Diogo Jota, following the tragic passing of the beloved forward. The club confirmed the commemorations in an official statement and emotional ceremony held at Anfield on Friday. Central to the tributes is a…