Author: Press Room

“Trumpet blowing” is a normal self-help and confirmation tool that measures one’s performance. It is commonly acceptable and approved by many, especially in democratic climes. Failure to praise and rate oneself could be a self-inflicted injury that would be miscalculated by (almost) all as an admittance of incapability and inability. Such a government or politician may be assumed to be an outright failure with nothing to showcase. This realisation must be the reason why politicians and governments (world over) have continued to list, periodically, their achievements and conquests within certain periods of time.In Kwara State, it was another experience as…

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and governorship hopeful in Oyo State, Chief Olayinka Segelu, has appealed to young people in the state to engage government constructively rather than resorting to frustration or division. In a statement titled “A Message to the Youths of Oyo State,” Segelu acknowledged the concerns raised by youths over governance issues but noted that leadership often comes with difficult and unseen challenges. He commended Governor Seyi Makinde for his efforts in key sectors such as infrastructure, education, workers’ welfare, and rural development, stressing that while no administration can achieve perfection at once, the…

Ademola Lookman has not been involved in a goal for club and country since May 12… Atalanta boss Ivan Juric has told Ademola Lookman that he needs him to return to his best, amid the club’s attacking struggles in recent weeks, Soccernet.ng reports. La Dea have manage just two goals in their last four games, despite facing relatively weaker opponents. They huffed and puffed in all those games, but they just lacked the vital cutting edge in the final third. Meanwhile, Super Eagles forward Lookman, has regained his place in the starting eleven after the drama that ensued at the…

In the late hours of Saturday, October 25, 2025, precisely at 11:45 p.m., officers of the newly inaugurated Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) 24-hour Night Operations Squad, covering the Surulere axis, responded with commendable promptness to a tragic lone crash that resulted in the instantaneous death of a motorist reportedly driving under the influence of alcohol. Preliminary investigations revealed that the Navy Blue Toyota Camry, with registration number EKY 311 GK, was travelling at an excessively high velocity inward Iponri when the driver lost control of the vehicle near the Alaka Under Bridge in Surulere. The vehicle somersaulted repeatedly,…

Former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, has come under intense criticism after posting and later deleting a congratulatory letter to the newly appointed Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, written on the official Kogi State Government letterhead despite no longer being in office. The letter, which bore the state coat of arms and Bello’s signature as “Executive Governor,” triggered widespread outrage after being shared on social media. Critics accused the former governor of clinging to power and blurring the boundary between personal identity and state authority. In the letter, Bello congratulated the new Army Chief but included a…

XRP (XRP/USD) ended the week with an impressive 11.4% gain, outperforming most major altcoins and reigniting bullish sentiment across the market. The cryptocurrency is currently trading near $2.62, up 2.63% in the past 24 hours, with a 24-hour trading volume exceeding $3.68 billion.XRP ranks #4 globally, commanding a market cap of $157.4 billion and a circulating supply of over 60 billion coins.The steady climb in XRP’s price comes amid renewed optimism in the broader crypto market and increased institutional engagement, driven by Ripple’s ongoing expansion in global payments. However, technical indicators suggest that XRP may still be consolidating before confirming…

Patrick Odey The Nigerian Medical Association, Akwa Ibom State chapter, has released the sum of over N11m endowment fund for the treatment of five sick members in one year. The NMA chairman in the state, Aniekan Peter, disclosed this while speaking during the Physician Week 2025 dinner on Saturday. The Physician Week 2025 in the state, which was celebrated from October 19-26, 2025, with the theme “Healthcare As a Value Chain: Building Efficiency From Policy To Patent”, culminated in a dinner night and awards presentation to dedicated physicians in various categories Peter said, ”So far, we have paid over N11m…

Hey fans of classic highlife grooves, modern Afrobeats vibes, and soulful love anthems — Waje has something special for you. Her new single, “Luvey Luvey”, featuring KCee, is a warm, feel-good song that celebrates love in all its beauty — the kind that makes you slow down, smile, and just enjoy the moment. The track blends Afrobeat and Highlife in a way that feels both nostalgic and new. With live percussion, mellow horns, and groovy guitar lines, “Luvey Luvey” takes you back to the golden era of highlife while keeping your feet firmly in today’s Afrobeat rhythm. Waje’s smooth, soulful…

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen continued his superb form on Sunday, inspiring Galatasaray to a 3–1 comeback victory over Göztepe in the Turkish Super Lig, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian forward, who also scored in midweek against Bodo/Glimt, once again proved decisive as the champions fought back from an early setback in Istanbul. Göztepe silenced the home fans after just six minutes when Efkan Bekiroglu struck a fine opener, but their lead was short-lived. Nigeria and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen. Photo Credit: Galatasaray/ X Osimhen pounced on a loose back pass midway through the first half, rounded the goalkeeper and coolly…

The crisis rocking the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has taken a fresh twist as the faction led by the National Chairman, Shehu Musa Gabam, announced the expulsion of the party’s former presidential candidate, Prince Adewale Adebayo, and several others for alleged anti-party activities. The faction also accused the National Secretary, Dr. Olu Agunloye, of gross misconduct, contempt of court, and attempts to destabilise the party through misinformation and abuse of public institutions. Addressing journalists in Abuja, the National Publicity Secretary, Ambassador Judith Shua’ibu, said the decision followed extensive deliberations during an emergency meeting of the National Working Committee (NWC) held…