The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, July 15, 2025, a public holiday in honour of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 82. According to a statement, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved the declaration of the public holiday as part of the seven-day National mourning period to…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a seven-day mourning period in honor of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 82. According to a statement by the President’s media aide, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu directed that all National Flags fly at half-mast across the Country for seven…
In a shocking development, the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, has joined his ancestors at the age of 91. The revered monarch, who reigned for over 64 years, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025. According to sources close to the palace, Oba Adetona’s death occurred just hours after the passing of former…
Nigeria – Former President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, has passed away at the age of 82, according to his spokesperson, Garba Shehu. Buhari died on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in a London clinic. Buhari served as Nigeria’s president from 2015 to 2023, leading the country through two terms. During his tenure, he implemented various policies…
A devastating road accident has claimed the lives of two people and left nine others with varying degrees of injuries in Ogun State. The accident occurred on Monday night along the Owode-Ijako Area of the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway. According to eyewitnesses, the accident involved a DAF truck, a Mazda bus, and a tricycle. The Ogun State…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed deep concern over the United States’ recent decision to impose stricter visa restrictions on Nigerian citizens. The new policy limits non-immigrant visas to three months with single entry, affecting various categories, including: B1/B2 Visas (Business and Tourism): Reduced validity period may hinder business activities and tourism between the…
The city of Ibadan is abuzz with excitement as Otun Olubadan Rashidi Ladoja embarks on the traditional 21-day ritual to ascend to the throne as the new Olubadan of Ibadanland. Following the demise of the 43rd Olubadan, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, Ladoja’s ascension is in line with the traditional succession process of Ibadanland. According to…
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has died at the age of 90. He passed away in the early hours of Monday, July 7, 2025, after a one-year reign as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland. Oba Olakulehin was installed as the Olubadan on July 12, 2024, following the demise of his predecessor, Oba Moshood…
A massive healthcare fraud crackdown in the United States has resulted in charges against 324 defendants, including a 67-year-old Nigerian National, Olatunbosun Osukoya, for their alleged involvement in schemes totaling over $14.6 billion in intended losses. According to the US Department of Justice, Osukoya, owner of Ayo Biometrics LLC, also known as Cambridge Diagnostics, submitted…
In a significant step towards promoting women’s empowerment and sustainable energy, 50 women from Edo State have graduated from a four-day training programme in Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) automobile conversion. The training, organized by the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) in partnership with the Edo State Government and the Lady Mechanic Initiative, aims…
