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Oparanozie: NFF Not Doing Enough for Super Falcons’ Dominance

July 9, 2025July 9, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Former Nigerian international Desire Oparanozie has criticized the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), stating it has failed to do enough to keep the Super Falcons ahead of their African rivals. Oparanozie, a four-time Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) winner, including the 2018 title, expressed concern that other African nations are catching up with Nigeria in […]

Nicki Minaj Accuses Jay-Z of Owing Her $200 Million Over Tidal Deal

July 9, 2025July 9, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Renowned rapper Nicki Minaj has publicly accused billionaire music mogul Jay-Z of owing her a significant sum. The ‘Anaconda’ star alleged that the Roc Nation founder is indebted to her to the tune of $200 million. Taking to her X (formerly Twitter) account on Tuesday, Minaj called out Jay-Z, claiming he shortchanged her on Tidal […]

Trump and Netanyahu Hold Second Round of Talks on Gaza War

July 9, 2025July 9, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held their second meeting on Tuesday to discuss the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The talks followed remarks by Trump’s Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, who indicated that Israel and Hamas had only one unresolved issue preventing a 60-day ceasefire agreement. The two-hour meeting between Trump […]

Kenya Protest Death Toll Hits 31, UN Slams Use of Lethal Force

July 9, 2025July 9, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Death Toll from Kenya’s Anti-Government Protests Climbs to 31, Sparking National Outrage The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights has confirmed that the death toll from Monday’s anti-government protests has surged to 31, up from the previously reported 11, intensifying public outrage and demands for accountability. According to the state-run rights body, over 100 individuals […]

US Slashes Nigerian Visas to Single Entry, 3-Month Validity

July 9, 2025July 9, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The United States Department of State has revised its visa policy for Nigerian citizens, restricting non-immigrant and non-diplomatic visas to single-entry permits valid for only three months. In a statement released on Tuesday, the US Mission in Nigeria explained that the decision is part of the Trump-era reciprocal visa policy, which affects several nations, including […]

NiMet Predicts Thunderstorms, Rain Across Nigeria Today

July 9, 2025July 9, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted widespread thunderstorms and moderate rainfall across several parts of the country today, Wednesday, July 9, 2025. In its daily weather outlook released on Tuesday, NiMet stated that northern states, including Taraba, Zamfara, Sokoto, Kebbi, Kaduna, and Bauchi, will experience morning thunderstorms and light to moderate rainfall. Other areas […]

Lagos Warehouses Used for Food and Drug Counterfeiting Busted by NAFDAC

July 9, 2025July 9, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

NAFDAC Uncovers N1 Billion Fake Chemical and Food Additive Operation in Lagos The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has busted a massive illegal operation in the Alapere area of Ketu, Lagos, involving the sale of fake chemicals, expired food flavours, unapproved fertilizers, and repackaged pharmaceutical raw materials, with a street […]

JAMB Sets 2025 University Admission Cut-Off at 150

July 9, 2025July 9, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

At the 2025 policy meeting held on Tuesday, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), in collaboration with heads of tertiary institutions, announced that the minimum UTME score required for university admission in 2025 will be 150. This decision means that no university in Nigeria will be allowed to admit candidates who scored below 150 […]