Author: Samuel Akpenpuun

Former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Audu Ogbeh, is dead. He was 78. Ogbeh, who also served as the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from 2001 to 2005, died peacefully, his family announced in a statement on Saturday. “It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather; Chief Audu Ogbeh. He passed away on the 9th of August 2025 at the fulfilled age of 78. “He departed peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, service, and dedication to our nation and community. We are comforted by the many lives he…

Intel shares fell on Thursday after US President, Donald Trump called for the company’s CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, to resign. Posting on Truth Social, Trump said: “Lip-Bu Tan is highly CONFLICTED and must resign, immediately. There is no other solution to this problem.” Following the post, Intel’s stock dropped in premarket trading, last down by 5%. Intel has not yet responded to requests for comment. Tan became CEO in March, replacing Pat Gelsinger, as the company looked to recover from a period of falling sales. Earlier this week, Senator Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) raised concerns about Tan’s business connections in China. Referring…

People with a history of violence or domestic abuse will be prohibited from owning firearms under new regulations introduced in the UK, following a series of fatal incidents in recent years. This new guidance, issued on Tuesday, addresses concerns raised by coroners and campaigners after shootings in Woodmancote and Keyham, England. Police officers will be required to interview partners or other household members of individuals applying for a firearms licence to identify any signs of domestic abuse. Additionally, they must conduct more thorough checks to ensure that individuals with a history of violence are not granted a firearms licence. The…

Celebrated author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has said that Labour Party’s Peter Obi does not need to be Nigeria’s president, adding that he wants to because he cares about the nation. Speaking on Channels Television’s Amazing Africans programme on Monday, Adichie stated that Obi has remained consistent and humble despite criticisms and the outcome of the 2023 elections. “He doesn’t need to be president. He wants to be because he cares about Nigeria, but he doesn’t need to be. And that is a very important distinction. “There are people who are desperate to become president, not because they have any good…

Former governor of Oyo State, Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja has been nominated by Olubadan-in-Council to be the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. Ladoja was nominated as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland at Monday’s Council meeting at the New Palace, Oke-Aremo, Ibadan. Ladoja was not in attendance at the meeting which had all the beaded crown High Chiefs. The Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola moved the motion which was seconded by Osi Olubadan, Oba Eddy Oyewole. Oba Ajibola, at the meeting said the name of Ladoja will be forwarded to the state governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde for approval. Ladoja’s nomination is coming…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has responded strongly to critics claiming that his administration was focusing development efforts only on high-profile government districts without stakeholders’ involvement. Wike insisted that the ongoing works were guided by stakeholders’ engagement and sound urban planning. Speaking during a media parley with journalists in Abuja on Monday, the FCT minister said detractors were either misinformed or intentionally ignoring the facts about the scope and direction of the FCT’s development under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. “Bothered by what? That the provider of the infrastructure is showcasing?” he asked. “Can you provide…

The Presidency has defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s $100,000 financial reward to the victorious Super Falcons, stressing that excellence, hard work, and national pride deserve recognition. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, made the remarks on his X handle, responding to critics who questioned the size of the reward package announced for the 10-time Women’s Africa Cup of Nations champions. Onanuga noted that it was ironic for some Nigerians to celebrate the ₦150 million grand prize offered to the winner of the Big Brother Naija reality show by organisers, Multichoice, yet turn around to fault…

Former Delta state governor, Chief James Ibori has congratulated the Super Falcons of Nigeria on their 10th Women African Cup of Nations, (WAFCON) title, saying they demonstrated true resilience which Nigerians are known for. The Nigerian ladies fought back from two goals down to defeat host country, Morocco 3-2 victory at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on Saturday. In a statement on Sunday, Ibori said through their victory, the Falcons have wiped away the tears of disappointment which Nigerians experienced when the male team, Super Eagles lost the final of the 2023 AFCON to Ivory Coast in February…

WWE legend Hulk Hogan has died at age 71, according to reports. Hogan, born Terry Gene Bollea, was found dead in his Clearwater, Florida, home on Thursday morning. First responders responded to the home after receiving a call about a “cardiac arrest,” according to TMZ. Paramedics and police patrol were reportedly parked outside of Hogan’s home on Thursday morning. Hogan was wheeled out of his home on a stretcher and into an ambulance, TMZ reported. Clearwater police did not immediately respond to a request for comment from The U.S. Sun. The wrestling icon’s cause of death has not been disclosed.

Former Governor of Jigawa State and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP), Sule Lamido has decried the rising wave of intimidation, harassment and blackmail of political opponents by the Tinubu administration. Speaking to journalists in Kano, Wednesday, Lamido also accused President Tinubu of engaging in divisive conducts for personal political gains, adding that these actions have led to distrust and disunity among Nigerians. According to the former Foreign Affairs Minister, “The Federal Government, the Presidency and the APC are using the state institutions to destroy democracy, they are using them to quash the opposition, they are making use of blackmail,…