Author: Gbenga Olaleye

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has made Champions League history by becoming the fastest player ever to reach 50 goals in the competition. The Norwegian forward reached the milestone on Thursday night after opening the scoring in City’s 2–0 victory over Napoli at the Etihad Stadium. Haaland’s first-half header not only set City on the path to securing three crucial points but also etched his name into the record books. The goal marked his 50th in the UEFA Champions League — achieved in just 49 appearances, making him the quickest player in the tournament’s history to hit the half-century mark.…

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has publicly accused the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Umar Damagun, of betrayal, stating that Damagun would not hesitate to “kill” him if given the opportunity. Wike made the explosive claims during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday, where he responded to questions about his relationship with the PDP leadership and his fallout with party stakeholders. “I did everything, I had his lawyers, and that’s what sustained Damagun to be there,” Wike said. “But who is Damagun’s enemy now? It is me. If there is…

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has announced a significant milestone in Nigeria’s passport processing history, revealing that the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) can now deliver between 4,000 and 5,000 passports within five hours — a first in the service’s 62-year existence. Tunji-Ojo made the announcement on Thursday during an inspection of the newly commissioned Centralised Passport Personalisation Centre at the NIS headquarters in Abuja. He was accompanied by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani, and the Comptroller General of the NIS, Kemi Nanna Nandap. Speaking after the inspection, the Minister stated: “With these strategic…

The Federal Government has come under intense criticism following its recent announcement of a proposed five percent tax on every 10 litres of fuel purchased by Nigerians — a move many see as a fresh economic burden amid soaring living costs. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, disclosed the proposal in Abuja last week, clarifying that the levy is not a new tax but a provision under the Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA) Act of 2007. According to Edun, the inclusion of the surcharge in the draft 2025 Nigeria Tax Administration Act is intended…

The Federal Fire Service has launched a nationwide fire safety compliance audit in the wake of a deadly fire at Afriland Tower on Lagos Island, which has now claimed at least 10 lives. The fire, which broke out on Tuesday afternoon at the six-storey commercial building, reportedly started in the inverter room located in the basement. It quickly spread to other floors, trapping occupants and sparking panic. Among the confirmed casualties are four senior staff members of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and several employees of United Capital, an investment services firm that occupied the third and fourth floors…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued a strong warning to President Bola Tinubu, accusing him of constitutional overreach and authoritarian tendencies in his handling of the political crisis in Rivers State. In a statement on Thursday by its National Publicity Secretary, Bola Abdullahi, the ADC criticised Tinubu for what it described as an “unconstitutional suspension” of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and members of the Rivers State House of Assembly — and their subsequent reinstatement by presidential proclamation. “This President’s decision to arrogate to himself the power to suspend and recall elected officials in Rivers State, as…

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has firmly rejected demands from the Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN) to absorb logistics costs related to fuel distribution, insisting it will not provide the ₦1.505 trillion subsidy marketers are seeking. In a statement released on Thursday via the Dangote Group’s official X account, the refinery described the subsidy claims as “false and unfounded.” It clarified that petroleum products are sold at the refinery gantry based on production costs plus a regulated margin, with no hidden subsidies involved. Dangote Petroleum argued that marketers, who own most of Nigeria’s privately operated depots, are responsible…

Abuja, Nigeria – Vice President Kashim Shettima presided over a meeting of the National Economic Council (NEC) on Thursday, marking the first gathering since President Bola Tinubu revived calls for the creation of state police to address Nigeria’s worsening insecurity. The meeting began around 11:30 a.m. local time at the council chambers of the State House in Abuja. Following opening prayers led by Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, participants, including the 36 state governors, the Central Bank governor, and key ministers, entered a closed-door session. The NEC, a constitutional advisory body chaired by the Vice President, meets monthly to coordinate…

Former Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has identified key weaknesses in Nigeria’s current squad as the team faces the prospect of missing out on qualification for the 2026 World Cup. Nigeria currently sits third in Group C with 11 points, trailing South Africa on 17 points and Benin Republic on 14 points, with just two qualifying matches remaining. Recent results have included draws against Zimbabwe, Lesotho, and South Africa, leaving the Eagles in a precarious position. Speaking on the Sunday Oliseh podcast, Yakubu criticised the lack of creativity in the midfield. “When we look at the team, we have too…

Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, has stated that the President’s son, Seyi Tinubu, is fully qualified to contest for any political office in Nigeria — including potentially challenging his father in the 2027 general elections. Bwala made the remark during an interview on The Clarity Zone podcast, which aired on YouTube on Wednesday. He dismissed growing criticism suggesting that Seyi’s political visibility is purely a result of his father’s position as president. “Seyi Tinubu can even challenge his father in the next election,” Bwala said, adding, “If Seyi Tinubu’s father is the president, what…