Author: David Great

A major political event scheduled to unveil the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a unifying platform for Nigeria’s opposition suffered a setback on Wednesday after the management of Wells Carlton Hotel and Apartments in Asokoro, Abuja, abruptly cancelled the fully paid booking for the venue. The event, aimed at launching the ADC as the rallying point for opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, was called off just hours before it was to begin. Organisers were informed early Wednesday that the venue could no longer host the gathering due to an “internal compliance matter.” A screenshot of the hotel’s…

Former Osun State Governor, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has formally accepted his appointment as the Interim National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the new platform adopted by the National Opposition Coalition Group. In his acceptance speech delivered on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, Aregbesola laid out a sweeping vision for party reform, warning against opportunistic politics and calling for a return to values-based leadership. “It is with deep humility, a profound sense of duty, and unwavering hope for our people, nation, race and party that I accept the appointment as The National Secretary of our great party,” Aregbesola stated, as…

Tension is building across Ondo State following calls for an official investigation into the death of former Governor Rotimi Akeredolu. The demands, submitted through multiple petitions to the state government, have prompted mixed reactions from political figures and residents alike. Akeredolu passed away on December 27, 2023, in Germany after battling a prolonged illness. In the wake of his death, then-Acting Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa was sworn in as the substantive governor of the state. On Monday, the Ondo State Government disclosed that it had received numerous petitions from individuals, groups in Owo—Akeredolu’s hometown—and professional bodies requesting a formal inquiry into…

No fewer than 1,686 people have died in at least 909 recorded incidents of cult and gang violence across Nigeria between January 2020 and March 2025, according to a new report released by SBM Intelligence. The report, released on Tuesday, revealed that the South-South and South-West regions were the worst affected, with Rivers, Lagos, and Edo states leading in the number of fatalities. Rivers State topped the chart with 215 deaths, followed by Lagos with 197 and Edo with 192. These states are identified as strongholds of entrenched cult rivalries, with clashes often involving groups such as Vikings, Icelanders, Eiye,…

Serhou Guirassy’s first-half double secured Borussia Dortmund a 2-1 victory over Monterrey, booking their place in the FIFA Club World Cup quarter-finals where they will face five-time champions Real Madrid on Saturday in New York. Making their Club World Cup debut, Dortmund came into the match unbeaten in 10 games (W8, D2), and that momentum was evident early on at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The German side wasted no time asserting dominance in their first-ever meeting with a Liga MX team. The opening goal came in the 14th minute, with Guirassy finishing confidently in a one-on-one situation after receiving…

Gonzalo Garcia’s powerful 54th-minute header proved decisive as Real Madrid defeated Juventus 1-0 at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, securing a place in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 quarter-finals. The victory sets up a last-eight clash between Xabi Alonso’s side and the winner of the second Round of 16 match between Borussia Dortmund and Monterrey of Mexico. Madrid’s performance was largely dominant, especially in the second half, and was capped off by the return of star forward Kylian Mbappe, who made his first appearance of the tournament after illness. The Frenchman was introduced as a 68th-minute substitute, drawing…

English striker Tammy Abraham is on the verge of joining Turkish club Besiktas, with the Istanbul side confirming negotiations with AS Roma, where Abraham is currently under contract. In an official statement, the club said, “Negotiations have begun with the player and his club AS Roma regarding the transfer of professional football player Kevin Oghenetega Tamaraebi Bakumo-Abraham.” The 27-year-old, who has a year remaining on his Roma contract, is reportedly in talks over a loan deal, according to Italian media sources. Abraham, appearing onboard the club’s private jet in a video shared on Besiktas’ Instagram, assured fans of his arrival,…

Troops of the Nigerian military under the Joint Task Force North East, Operation Hadin Kai, have eliminated 10 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in a coordinated offensive near the Nigeria-Cameroon border, specifically between Rann and Gamboru Ngala in Borno State. This was revealed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations Headquarters, Theatre Command Operation HADIN KAI, Reuben Kovangiya. According to Kovangiya, “Troops of the Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI have launched a series of offensives aimed at ridding the North East of ISWAP/Boko Haram terrorists.” The military operation, which targeted terrorist hideouts…

Arsenal have signed Spanish goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga from London rivals Chelsea on a three-year deal for a fee reported to be around £5 million. Kepa who joined Chelsea for a record fee of £71 million had spent last season on loan at Bournemouth, where he made 35 appearances in all competitions. Kepa had spent the 2023/2024 season on loan at Spanish giants, Real Madrid where he played cover for Thibaut Courtois. “Here to raise the levels,” Arsenal Football Club wrote on its social media channel along with a video of Kepa. The 30-year-old is still the world’s most expensive goalkeeper,…

Owolabi Salis, a Nigerian politician and lawyer, has made history as the first Nigerian to travel to space. He was a passenger aboard Blue Origin’s NS-33 mission, which launched from West Texas on Sunday, June 29. The suborbital flight lasted 10 minutes and reached a peak altitude of 105.2 kilometres, successfully crossing the Kármán line—the recognized boundary of space. Other participants on the mission included Carl Kuehner, Jim Sitkin, Leland Larson, Freddie Rescigno Jr., and Allie Kuehner. Ahead of the launch, Salis highlighted the deeper meaning of the journey, saying it was “more than just a trip into space.” He…