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By Peter Omopo  Lagos, July 26, 2025 — Popular Nollywood actor, Odunlade Adekola, is mourning the death of his father, Pastor N.A. Adekola. The actor announced the loss via his Instagram page on Saturday, posting a photo of his late father with the brief tribute: “Rest on my daddy.” Although the cause of death was not disclosed, the news has sparked a wave of condolences from fans, colleagues, and admirers across social media. Tributes have poured in for the late Pastor Adekola, remembered by many as a devout man of God who left behind a legacy of faith and service.…

By Peter Omopo  Gusau, Zamfara State – July 26, 2025 Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the Emir of Gusau, Dr. Ibrahim Bello, describing the late monarch as a revered traditional leader who championed peace, unity, and development throughout his reign. In a condolence message to Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, Governor Idris paid glowing tribute to the late Emir, whom he hailed as “a man of wisdom and peace,” noting that his counsel was instrumental in fostering stability across the state. The statement, issued by Abdullahi Idris, Special Adviser to the…

By Peter Omopo  Rabat, Morocco – July 26, 2025 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent a powerful message of support to Nigeria’s Super Falcons ahead of their clash with hosts Morocco in the final of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), urging the team to secure a historic 10th continental title. In a statement personally signed by the President and released Saturday, Tinubu praised the Super Falcons’ performance throughout the tournament, describing their campaign as “awe-inspiring” and filled with “pride, honour, and strength.” “You have carried the hopes of a nation and inspired millions,” Tinubu said. “Your sportsmanship,…

By Peter Omopo  London, July 26, 2025 — Thousands of Nigerians working in the United Kingdom under Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or Skilled Worker visas face an uncertain future following sweeping immigration policy changes announced by the British government. In a major crackdown aimed at reducing net migration, the UK Home Office has removed more than 100 job roles from CoS eligibility and raised the minimum salary thresholds for others by at least 30 percent. The new rules, which came into effect on July 22, have sparked panic among many foreign workers, including a significant number of Nigerians, whose current…

By Peter Omopo  Lagos | July 19, 2025 — Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday, commissioned a series of landmark infrastructure projects across Agboyi-Ketu and Bariga Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs), reaffirming his administration’s commitment to grassroots development and inclusive governance. In Agboyi-Ketu, the Governor unveiled the Otunba Bushura Alebiosu Multipurpose Building, a new primary school, a state-of-the-art ICT hub, the Oba Taiwo Adesegun Lamina Sports Centre, and four newly constructed roads. These projects, facilitated by Hon. Dele Osinowo, aim to boost education, youth development, and connectivity within the community. Over in Bariga, under the leadership of Hon. Kolade Alabi, the…

By Peter Omopo  Ibadan | July 25, 2025 — The International Tourism Investment Summit held in Ibadan, Oyo State, from July 22 to 24, 2025, brought together industry leaders, government officials, investors, and creatives to spotlight the immense potential of Nigeria’s tourism sector. Among the standout participants was the KAP Film Village & Resort, which emerged as a beacon of innovation and cultural tourism. The summit, themed around destination development, eco-tourism, and heritage preservation, served as a strategic platform to connect government-backed tourism projects with credible investors and partners. Attendees explored Oyo State’s natural and cultural assets, and discussed ways…

By Our Correspondent  In the heart of Lokoja, just a stone’s throw from the Kogi Government House and Chieftaincy Lodge, a gruesome crime has shattered the peace of a quiet creative enclave. What began as a normal evening of content production between two collaborators—Ayo Aiyepeku and Adebayo Pelumi—ended in blood, betrayal, and a narrative that now demands serious scrutiny. Ayo Aiyepeku, a promising creative photographer and digital storyteller, was found murdered and dismembered on Monday, July 22, 2025. The body parts were discovered chillingly stuffed into a fridge in the trunk of a Hilux truck parked behind the shared office…

By Peter Omopo  Osogbo | July 25, 2025 – Former Osun State Governor and ex-National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, has disclosed that Governor Ademola Adeleke is facing sustained pressure to defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking during an interview on Arise News’ Prime News on Thursday, Oyinlola described the pressure as part of a broader pattern of ruling party tactics aimed at luring elected officials into its fold. “It feels horrible, I would say, but the fact is that there is always enormous pressure from the ruling party on all elected…

By Peter Omopo  Yola | July 25, 2025 – The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called on traditional rulers in Adamawa State to take the lead in addressing the alarming number of out-of-school children, particularly girls, in the state and across Nigeria’s North-East region. Speaking during a one-day stakeholders meeting held on Tuesday in Yola, the Chief of UNICEF’s Bauchi Field Office, Dr. Nuzhat Rafique, revealed that more than 80 million school-age children are currently out of school in Nigeria. She stressed that traditional institutions must become key advocates for child education due to their close ties with communities.…

By Peter Omopo  Abuja | July 19, 2025 – The Federal Ministry of Education has officially pegged the minimum age for admission into Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS1) at 12 years, as part of a newly launched policy document on Non-State Schools across Nigeria. The policy, introduced last week, standardizes the age of school entry in line with the 2013 edition of the National Policy on Education. It mandates that children must complete six years of primary education before transitioning to junior secondary school — ideally at age 12. According to the document, nursery education shall span three years: admission…