Author: Opalim Lifted

South Korean authorities have begun removing loudspeakers that broadcast anti-North Korean messages along the border, the defence ministry said on Monday. The move comes as part of President Lee Jae Myung’s efforts to reduce friction with Pyongyang. Shortly after taking office in June, Lee’s government shut off the broadcasts that had targeted the North’s leadership and played loud K-pop music. However, North Korea rejected the overture, stating it had “no interest” in any talks with the South Korea. Still, the South Korea has moved forward with taking down the equipment. “This is just a practical measure to help ease tensions…

Thelma Lawson has emerged as the interim Head of House (HoH) for the second week of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) season ten. Shortly after the live show, Big Brother summoned all housemates to the arena for the Head of House (HoH) game. For the challenge, the housemates were split by gender and tasked with filling a bottle with water. On the female side, Thelma Lawson emerged winner, while Jason Jae won on the male side. The duo then advanced to the final round, where they had to use a spoon to arrange eggs on a deck. Thelma outpaced Jason to…

Kayikunmi and Isabella, the BBNaija Ten Over Ten housemates, sparked a buzz on social media following their make-out after the Saturday night party. The intimate encounter started when the pair initiated close contact and Isabella allowed Kayikunmi to kiss her and fondle her body. They later retreated to the bedroom, where things got more intense as Kayikunmi was seen kissing her breasts first through her top, then more directly after she lifted it. The video has sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with some users criticising the pair for conduct. Some others defended them, arguing that the show…

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has explained the reason behind the absence of wifi in Nigerian international airports.  Speaking on Channels Television, Keyamo revealed that a turf war between two government agencies, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) was the main stumbling block. “When I assumed office, I was shocked to find that the delay was due to a back-and-forth argument,” Keyamo said. “NAMA believed Wi-Fi falls under its mandate because it handles all navigation, communication, and radio equipment. But FAAN insisted Wi-Fi is infrastructure, which is within…

President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), Musa Kida, has dedicated the historic Afrobasket title won by D’Tigress to President Bola Tinubu. After trailing 21–26 in the first quarter, the Nigerian queens roared back with commanding performances in the next three quarters: 20–15, 20–15, and 17–8, showcasing the grit and tactical brilliance that has become their trademark. “Tonight in Abidjan, our D’Tigress have done the extraordinary—Mission five has become Mission V Accomplished! Five Afrobasket titles in a row, and not losing a single match to any African national team is not just dominance, it is our legacy,” Kida declared. “These…

Senator Oluremi Tinubu has commended D’Tigress, Nigeria’s female basketball team on their unprecedented fifth consecutive Afrobasket Women title, becoming the first African country to achieve this feat. “You are true inspirations and pride to girls and women in general. Thank you for keeping the Nigerian flag flying,” the wife of President Bola Tinubu said in a statement on Sunday. In the final on Sunday, Nigeria edged out Mali 78-64 in a tense showdown, displaying resilience and composure to claim their seventh Afrobasket title. They have dominated African women’s basketball, winning their 29th consecutive game without a single loss since 2015.…

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the D’Tigress for winning the 2025 Women’s Afrobasket in Cote d’Ivoire. On Saturday, Nigeria defeated Mali 78-64 in the final, which was held at the Palais des Sports de Treichville in Abidjan. The victory makes Nigeria the only country ever to win the women’s Afrobasket title five times in a row. Nigeria also booked an automatic ticket for the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup in Berlin, Germany. Reacting to the triumph, Tinubu hailed the team, adding that the players have “made Nigeria proud”. He then added that he will be expecting the team in Abuja…

The Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC), Wudil, Kano State, in conjunction with the Federal Ministry of Police Affairs, has firmly debunked a recent statement by the Police Service Commission (PSC), which claimed that the ongoing admission process into the Academy has been concluded. In a public disclaimer issued on Thursday, the Academy described the PSC’s July 31 notice as “misleading and inaccurate,” stressing that the application for admission into the 12th Regular Course Degree Programmes is still valid and ongoing. According to the Academy and the Ministry, the admission process is being conducted in strict accordance with the guidelines of the…

D’Tigress of Nigeria are the champions of the 2025 Women’s Afrobasket in Cote d’Ivoire. The Rena Wakama-led ladies defeated Mali in the final, which was held at the Palais des Sports de Treichville in Abidjan on Sunday. The victory makes Nigeria the only country ever to win the women’s Afrobasket title five times in a row. D’Tigress also booked an automatic ticket for the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup in Berlin, Germany. Nigeria qualified for the final after a tricky semi-final clash against Senegal. D’Tigress barely progressed courtesy of a spirited fourth quarter display against the Senegalese. The game against…

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, has stated that he remains committed to his vow to serve only one term if elected president. He made this known on his official X page on Sunday. Obi said history has shown that purposeful leadership is not defined by how long one stays in power but by the impact made in a short time. “One of the greatest American presidents, Abraham Lincoln, served only four years, yet his legacy endures. John F. Kennedy did not complete a full term, but his ideals still inspire,” he…