Osimhen: “No Team Can Stop Me”
Victor Osimhen delivered a pointed message to the rest of the Turkish Süper Lig…
Osimhen: “No Team Can Stop Me”
Victor Osimhen delivered a pointed message to the rest of the Turkish Süper Lig after scoring in Galatasaray’s derby victory over Fenerbahçe on Sunday, declaring that no opponent is capable of stopping him when the opportunity presents itself. The Nigerian striker, currently on loan at the Istanbul club from Serie A side Napoli, has…
Global Markets Fluctuate As Trump Halts US-Iran Diplomatic Talks
Global oil markets recorded sharp gains on Monday following the collapse of planned peace negotiations between the United States and Iran, prolonging an eight-week military standoff that continues to disrupt international shipping. US President Donald Trump abruptly cancelled a scheduled diplomatic mission to Pakistan over the weekend, citing a lack of substantial progress, while…
Galatasaray Accuses Turkish Referees Of ‘Evil’ Plot After Derby Rout
A dominant 3-0 derby victory over Fenerbahçe was not enough to silence Galatasaray on Sunday — the Istanbul giants used the win to launch one of the most pointed attacks on match officiating seen in Turkish football this season. In a series of posts on social media platform X during the Süper Lig…
“APC Will Fail Integrity Test” – ADC Leader
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ladan Salihu, has declared that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) will be swept from power at the 2027 general elections, warning that President Bola Tinubu’s administration cannot survive the weight of public anger bearing down on it. Salihu made the assertion during an appearance on Channels…
GCM Order Puts Lawyers’ Oaths at Risk, Says Falana
The upcoming trial of 36 military officers accused of attempting to subvert the administration of President Bola Tinubu has hit a legal snag regarding courtroom ethics and professional attire. Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mr. Femi Falana, has raised a formal objection to the dressing protocols mandated for the General Court…
Emefiele Trial Faces Fresh Delay Risk
The $6.23 million discrepancy case involving former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, is at risk of further procedural stalling as uncertainty surrounds the appearance of a key witness. Indications from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court suggest that the prosecution may soon notify the court of the unavailability of Jim…
Obasanjo Dismisses NNPC Refinery Search As Exercise In Futility
Billions of dollars in rehabilitation contracts and a decades-long search for efficiency have failed to shift former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s conviction that Nigeria’s state-owned refineries are beyond repair. As the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited pushes toward a June 2026 deadline to secure technical partners for the Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna facilities,…
Opposition Splits Over Ibadan Summit
The ambitious attempt by major opposition figures to forge a united front against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 elections has hit a significant stumbling block. While a high-profile summit in Ibadan on Saturday aimed to announce a joint presidential candidate, it has instead exposed deep-seated fractures within the Peoples Democratic…
Michael Jackson Biopic Tops Box Office
The Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, has debuted at number one at the North American box office. The film, directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson, earned $97 million in its opening weekend. While commercial performance remains strong, critical reception appears split. Many reviewers describe the film as a polished but superficial portrait that carefully…
Naira Opens Week Steady Amid Market Watch
The Nigerian Naira began the final week of April with muted optimism, trading at 1,352.25 per US Dollar in the official market. This marginal gain signals a brief reprieve from last week’s volatility, where rates swung between 1,350 and 1,356. Institutional investors remain cautious, balancing macroeconomic signals against persistent liquidity constraints. The Central Bank continues…