Month: February 2025

Transfer Talk: Villa, Rashford, West Ham, Ferguson

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Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is set to join Aston Villa on loan in a deal that includes a potential permanent transfer, according to sports journalist Fabrizio Romano. In a post shared on Sunday via X, Romano reported that Villa will cover over 70per cent of Rashford’s salary as part of the agreement, with a £40 million buy option included in the deal. The England international is expected to undergo a medical today before finalising the move. Romano wrote: “Marcus Rashford to Aston Villa, here we go. Agreement in place…

Fatal Bus Crash in Ondo Claims 30 Lives

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The Ondo Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps reported that 30 people died in a road accident on the Benin-Ore-Ijebu Ode Expressway at Onipetesi community in Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State on Saturday evening. The victims were reportedly killed when two buses they were traveling in collided head-on and caught fire. FRSC Sector Commander, Samuel Ibitoye, confirmed the incident, stating that preliminary investigations indicate one of the vehicles was driving against traffic. He reported that 28 people were burned beyond recognition at the scene, while two…

Kebbi: Police Enforce Vehicle Insurance

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  The Kebbi State Police Command has initiated statewide enforcement of third-party motor insurance, acting on directives from the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun. This initiative aims to enforce mandatory insurance coverage for all vehicles while simultaneously improving road safety across the state. The enforcement operation, which began on February 1, 2025, is being directly supervised by the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Department of Operations, in the state capital, with Area Commanders instructed to implement similar measures within their respective jurisdictions. The Commissioner of Police, CP Bello M.…

Naira Marley shakes off backlash, declares ‘Marlians’ are back

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  Naira Marley has declared his music is once again thriving, despite the controversy surrounding Mohbad’s death. The rapper is celebrating the rising popularity of his latest track, which has quickly become a club and party anthem nationwide. He expressed excitement over the song’s warm reception, noting its high play count. This announcement follows a difficult period for Marley, who faced intense criticism and accusations following Mohbad’s passing, with many questioning his involvement. The controversy led to significant backlash, with some predicting the decline of his fan base. Marley has…

Basketmouth’s Stance on 2Face and Annie’s Marital Crisis

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Comedian Basketmouth has announced he will not comment on the marital situation between 2Face and Annie Idibia. He cited his long-standing friendship with the couple and his own past experience with divorce as reasons for his silence. In a video message, he emphasized his lack of qualification to speak on the matter and his desire to avoid controversy in 2025. He humorously added that his only potential intervention would be to address those publicly speculating about the couple’s personal life. Basketmouth explained that he has known 2Face for almost 27…

MTN Reinforces Network with N11bn Fiber Cable Investment (GSMA)

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MTN Nigeria, the country’s largest telecommunications provider, spent N11.1 billion over two years repairing and relocating 2,502 kilometers of fiber-optic cables, according to a new GSMA report. The report suggests that these funds, if allocated to expansion instead of maintenance, could have enabled the company to deploy an additional 870 kilometers of new fiber. Specifically, MTN spent N4.4 billion in 2022 repairing 1,069 kilometers of cable and N6.7 billion in 2023 fixing 1,433 kilometers. The report attributes these damages primarily to construction activities, road projects, and vandalism. These ongoing fiber…

Legal Challenge: Lawyer Demands Constitutional Clarity on IG Tenure

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Legal practitioner and Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners secretary, Tonye Jaja, asserts that only a constitutional amendment can legitimize the appointment and tenure extension of Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun. Jaja, in a letter to the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, challenged the AGF’s declaration that the IG’s continued service is lawful. Jaja argues the AGF’s position is incorrect. The AGF initially stated Egbetokun’s appointment, effective October 31, 2023, would conclude when he reached 60 on September 4, 2024. However,…

Aviation Disasters: Travelers Turn to Prayers as Crisis Deepens

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A series of recent near-crash incidents has heightened safety concerns among air travelers, prompting some to switch to road travel while others rely on prayer before flights. 2024 has been a particularly turbulent year for the Nigerian aviation industry, with numerous incidents occurring between January 2024 and January 2025, despite regulatory efforts to improve the country’s aviation standing. Within this 13-month period, at least ten incidents have demanded public and regulatory attention, ranging from fatal helicopter crashes to aircraft skidding off runways and emergency landings due to technical issues. Several…

Trump to hit Canada, Mexico, China with tariff

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BREAKING: Republican's Donald Trump Claims Victory In US Election

US President Donald Trump is set to unveil fresh tariffs Saturday on major trading partners Canada, Mexico and China, threatening upheaval across supply chains from energy to autos and raising inflation concerns. Trump has promised to impose 25 per cent tariffs on immediate neighbours Canada and Mexico, pointing to their failure to stop illegal immigration and the flow of fentanyl across US borders. He also vowed a 10 per cent rate on imports from China, the world’s second-biggest economy, charging that it had a role in producing the drug. The…

NANTA to Operators: Address Rising Aircraft Incidents

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Yinka Folami, President of the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA), has voiced his deep concern regarding the recent spate of near-crash incidents plaguing the Nigerian aviation industry. He emphasized the critical need for collaborative action, urging stakeholders, particularly the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and airline operators, to unite and comprehensively address all safety concerns to safeguard the traveling public. Folami stressed in a statement that prioritizing the safety of the operational ecosystem is paramount for the well-being of passengers. This call to action comes amidst a series…