Diogo Jota, the Liverpool and Portugal striker, passed away in a car accident in Spain on July 3, 2025. He was 28 years old.
The accident occurred on the Rias Bajas Highway near Palacios de Sanabria in Zamora, northwestern Spain, and his brother Andre also lost his life in the crash.
The Portuguese Football Federation and Liverpool FC have both released statements confirming his death, expressing their shock and sadness at the loss of a talented player.
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In a bold and unexpected political realignment that could reshape Nigeria’s opposition landscape, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has named former Senate President David Mark as its Interim National Chairman and ex-Governor of Osun State and estranged APC chieftain Rauf Aregbesola as National Secretary.
The announcement, made Tuesday in Abuja following a high-level closed-door meeting of key stakeholders, signals the ADC’s strategic pivot to rebrand itself
as a credible third force ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Also appointed was former Minister of Sports and former PDP spokesperson Bolaji Abdullahi, who emerged as the party’s Interim National Publicity Secretary. The trio—seasoned political actors with national recognition—are expected to reengineer the ADC into a formidable alternative to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the crisis-ridden Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
The former National Chairman of the ADC, Ralph Nwosu, who now chairs the party’s Integrity and Equilibration Committee, confirmed the development in a telephone conversation. Similarly, Sola Fasure, spokesman for Aregbesola, told The Guardian: “That’s the situation of things for now.”
David Mark, a retired military general and one of Nigeria’s longest-serving Senate Presidents, is returning to the political frontlines after years of relative silence. Aregbesola, a fiery political strategist and protégé-turned-critic of President Bola Tinubu, appears poised to channel growing discontent within the APC into a new vehicle of resistance.
Political observers believe the ADC is now aiming to consolidate frustrated political actors across regional, religious, and ideological lines—particularly those alienated by internal wrangling in the APC and PDP—into a single, purposeful front.
In his acceptance speech, Aregbesola launched a scathing critique of the existing political order, decrying the lack of ideological clarity among Nigeria’s dominant parties. “Our political landscape is plagued by parties that lack ideological depth. They are empty shells, merging and splitting not over principle or policy, but over ego, control, and access to power,” he declared.
He vowed to chart a new course for the ADC—one rooted in ideas, values, and tangible development. “As National Secretary, I will work to build a party with a clear ideological compass, committed to democracy, social justice, rule of law, and national development. A party that listens and works for the people—not only during elections, but every single day.”
Aregbesola’s pronouncement appeared to draw a red line between the ADC’s emerging identity and the current power politics dominating the national space, including within the APC, where internal grumblings, elite betrayals, and zoning controversies continue to threaten its cohesion.
The former Minister of Interior further stressed that the ADC under his watch would not just make rhetorical commitments, but implement policies that address Nigeria’s core challenges: insecurity, unemployment, poor public education, and national unity.
We must be the party that talks about public education and actually builds schools. That speaks of security and supports real policies to keep our communities safe. That believes in jobs and works to create them. That stands for Nigeria not just during elections, but in everyday governance,” he said.
The timing of the announcement is telling. With President Bola Tinubu facing mounting economic and political pressure amid biting inflation, persistent insecurity, and a faltering naira, opposition parties are scrambling to reorganise. The PDP is still grappling with its post-2023 internal crisis, deepened by defections and a fractured national leadership.
Against this backdrop, the ADC is positioning itself as the nucleus of a broader coalition that could attract both disillusioned youth and elite politicians seeking an alternative platform untainted by decades of failed promises.
A party insider told The Guardian that “what is ongoing is not just a change of leadership—it’s the beginning of a national reawakening. Nigerians are tired.
The traditional parties have failed. It’s time to build something new, and we believe these leaders have the courage, capacity, and credibility to deliver.”
While it remains to be seen how far the ADC’s rebranding will go, the inclusion of respected figures like David Mark—known for his calm statesmanship—and
Aregbesola—famed for his grassroots mobilisation skills—adds a layer of seriousness rarely seen in Nigeria’s opposition space in recent years.
Nwosu disclosed that the ADC is open to merging with or working alongside other parties ahead of 2027. There is already speculation about talks with factions from the Labour Party and Social Democratic Party (SDP), as well as northern interest blocs displeased with the current APC leadership.
Meanwhile, the party’s new helmsmen are expected to immediately embark on a nationwide mobilisation tour, beginning with a planned convention and policy summit later this year, aimed at unveiling the party’s new manifesto and strategy for 2027.
If successful, this bold restructuring could spell trouble for President Tinubu’s second-term ambition, especially if the ADC manages to tap into the frustrations of the masses and unify splintered opposition elements into a coherent, well-oiled electoral machine.
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As Anambra State is going for Governoship election, SouthEast Electiricity Consumers Association-SEECA will like to engage each of the candidates of the various political parties on their plans for affordable and stable electricity.
National Electricity Regulatory Commission – NERC, had announced that SouthEast estimated bills customers were over billed by N11. 86billion for January to September (9months) on 2023 by EEDC.
A chunk of this amount is owed to Anambra State electricity consumers but till date, the present government of Anambra State never looked into it , even though the commissioner of Power in Anambra is well aware of it. SEECA has been waiting for State Government intervention especially now electricity regulation is under the State Government.
The Government of Anambra State had signed into law the electricity bill and have positively gone ahead to create Anambra State Electricity Regulatory Commission.
Southeast electricity Consumers Association-SEECA, Anambra State chapter, with its members and structures spreading from the State to the LGA and communities, will like to engage these candidates one by one.
We will like to discuss and obtain a firm but specific time line of commitment from Gubernatorial candidates towards providing electricity in every nooks and crannies of Anambra State .
It is the responsibility of power companies to meter every households , businesses and big corporations including Government offices, provide other electricity equipment(s) but EEDC in Anambra State has been treating electricity consumers as orphans. We will use this election period to assess every candidates coming out in different political parties as per their plans towards protecting the interest of electricity consumers. No doubt, our members are in every home in Anambra State ,however , any candidate that convince us beyond reasonable doubt will get our votes!
SEECA can confirm that affordable and stable electricity supply will ignite industrial revolution with other multiplier effects which include millions of employment opportunities as well as addressing insecurity.
A State meeting of the SouthEast Electricity Consumers Association-SEECA, Anambra State chapter, will soon announce a State meeting for this purpose. Be getting ready to attend this all important meeting .
SEECA! Let there be Light!!
Let there be light!
SEECA!!
Rev Dr Okechukwu Christopher Obioha JP
National Chairman,
Southeast Electricity Consumers Association-SEECA
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29th June, 2025.
Good Governance Ministry (GGM) ,the first political ministry in Nigeria congratulates Gov Peter Mbah for his visionary Leadership. GGM stated that Gov Mbah achievements in the last two years have shown that a State Governor even under 1999 ” Unitary” Constitution could still serve the interest of the people . In a public statement released to bvi Channel 1 online , the Ambassador – General of the ministry – Mazi Ndubuisi Anaenugwu announced that Gov Peter Mbah has become the new face of south east politics . The statement reads in full ” GGM has rated Gov Peter Mbah above other Governors in the south eastern Nigeria. The Governor has excelled in the areas of public service delivery , ease of doing business, institutional building and development, food security and social housing . The Enugu State Government has shown the world that Tomorrow Is Here Indeed ! Gov Mbah goes about executing projects with utmost precision and class without accommodating hired praise singers . His urban and rural masterplan is the best in the country and the speed with which he executes those public projects places him above his peers. Just recently , the Governor commenced a signature project- a social housing scheme for people living in 20 slums around enugu urban areas .
The first phase of the estate which consists of 103 buildings has 206 units of two-bedroom semi-detached bungalows, with solar-powered boreholes already in place, ensuring a steady supply of potable water and providing comfort for residents while the slums are rebuilding.
Comrade Anaenugwu in his closing statement praised Governor Mbah for his compassionate leadership, saying that the governor’s decision to provide alternative housing before the demolition of the slums demonstrates a level of consideration rarely seen in Nigeria.
“The Governor believes that being poor should not mean being thrown away. Since the residents cannot afford to build their own homes, the government is stepping in to build for them. This is unprecedented in Nigeria where government builds and gives away houses” the statement concludes.
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In a scene that has shocked many Nigerians and drawn deep concern over the state of justice and property rights in the country, a property belonging to Next Foods Limited—a company majority-owned by Ndibe Obi, younger brother to former Anambra governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi—was violently invaded and partially demolished under highly suspicious circumstances.
It all began on Monday, June 23, 2025, when bulldozers rolled into 57 Oduduwa Crescent, Ikeja GRA, and started tearing down the building without prior notice to the owners. Shocked and distressed, Mr. Ndibe Obi, who had invested in the property since 2011 with no dispute or encumbrance for over a decade, made a frantic phone call to his elder brother.
En route to Abuja for a critical engagement, Peter Obi aborted his trip and flew back to Lagos the next morning. By 9:30 am on Tuesday, June 24, he arrived at the scene, only to find years of legitimate investment reduced to rubble. “How can this happen in a lawful society?” he asked, visibly shaken as he addressed the press after facing stiff resistance from individuals on the ground who were determined to silence the incident.
The murky legal process enabling demolition makes this ordeal even more painful. The demolition was purportedly based on a court order obtained by Deborah Olorunlogbon, who filed a case claiming ownership—but shockingly, the defendant in her suit was listed simply as an “unknown person.”
“How do you sue an unknown person over a known, developed property with a Certificate of Occupancy and valid ownership documents?” Obi asked, his voice trembling with indignation. “Can you see the rascality in this country? They sued a ghost and used that judgment to demolish a company’s legally owned property.”
Next Foods Limited’s lawyer, Barrister Emeka Okpoko, revealed that his team only became aware of the suit on Friday, June 20, just days before the demolition began. They immediately rushed to court to file applications for joinder and injunction, providing extensive documentation—a Deed of Assignment, Certificate of Occupation, and proof of purchase dating back to 2011, when the property was acquired for N280 million.
Okpoko said, “They never served us. They claimed they pasted a court process and took it down moments later to present fake evidence of service. We are in court now, fighting not just to stop this injustice, but to restore the dignity of due process in Nigeria.”
In a further twist that underscores the absurdity of the case, the longtime security guard, Babagana Abubakiri, who has watched over the property since 2011, was accused of “forcible entry” by the police on June 20 into a house he had legitimately protected for over 13 years.
This is not just about his family, but the nation’s soul for Peter Obi. “We’re crying to the world to see what is happening here. If people who’ve followed due process, paid legally for property, have valid documents, can be kicked out this way, then we are not safe—no Nigerian is.”
He called on the judiciary, the police, civil society, and all who still believe in justice to stand up and resist this creeping tyranny. “You cannot build a nation on impunity,” he said. “If this can happen to my brother, what will happen to the voiceless? To the struggling business owner with no connections? This is not about politics. This is about fairness, decency, and the sanctity of the law.”
Obi didn’t mince words about the larger implications. “We talk about attracting foreign investment, yet this is how we treat local investors who follow the law. This kind of lawlessness chases investment away. How can we convince the world we are ready for business when we treat property rights like a joke?”
The family has vowed to pursue every legal means to restore the property and hold the perpetrators accountable. But as the dust settles over the ruins on Oduduwa Crescent, one truth remains: this is more than a demolished building—it’s a brutal assault on trust, justice, and the idea of a safe Nigeria.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE! It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a Complete and Total CEASEFIRE (in approximately 6 hours from now, when Israel and Iran have wound down and completed their in progress, final missions!), for 12 hours, at which point the War will be considered, ENDED! Officially, Iran will start the CEASEFIRE and, upon the 12th Hour, Israel will start the CEASEFIRE and, upon the 24th Hour, an Official END to THE 12 DAY WAR will be saluted by the World.
During each CEASEFIRE, the other side will remain PEACEFUL and
RESPECTFUL. On the assumption that everything works as it should, which it will, I would like to congratulate both Countries, Israel and Iran, on having the Stamina, Courage, and Intelligence to end, what should be called, “THE 12 DAY WAR.” This is a War that could have gone on for years, and destroyed the entire Middle East, but it didn’t, and never will! God bless Israel, God bless Iran, God bless the Middle East, God bless the United States of America, and GOD BLESS THE WORLD!
DONALD J. TRUMP,
PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has issued a stern warning to Iran following U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, stating that any retaliation would constitute the regime’s gravest error. His comments come as Iran’s foreign minister heads to Russia for consultations that could signal broader conflict escalation.
Speaking to Fox News, Rubio emphasized American military superiority and the precision of the nuclear facility strikes. He warned Iran against responding with force while clarifying that the United States does not seek broader war. “If they retaliate, it would be a worst mistake that they have ever made, we can fly in and out of Iran at will. We went in last night after the President sent the military in; at halfway across the world, we went in and conducted this operation. Not a shot was fired against us; they didn’t even know what had happened by the time we left, the planes out of their airspace before they started realizing that they have been hit,” Rubio stated during the interview.
The Secretary of State emphasized that retaliation would trigger overwhelming American response capabilities. “It will be a terrible mistake if Iran retaliates, but that is not our goal. We are not declaring war on Iran, but if they attack us, then I think we have capabilities that they haven’t even seen yet. It would be a terrible mistake on their part. And frankly, it is not what we hope for or wish.”
Rubio outlined the administration’s objectives regarding Iran’s nuclear program. “What we want now is to ensure that Iran never has nuclear weapons. If what they want is a civil nuclear program with power plants, like a lot of other countries in the world have, they can do that. That’s the deal we offered to them.”
He attributed the military action to Iran’s failure to engage diplomatically. “They rejected it; they tried to play us. They wouldn’t respond to our offers; they disappeared for ten days. The President had to take action as a response.”
Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Affairs Minister Abbas Araghchi declared that the United States and Israel crossed a major red line by attacking Iran’s nuclear facilities. The Iranian diplomat announced plans for urgent consultations with Russian President Vladimir Putin, a development that could signal dangerous escalation.
Araghchi’s trip to Russia on Sunday raises concerns about potential coordination between Tehran and Moscow that could expand the conflict beyond the Middle East. The move suggests Iran may seek Russian support in responding to the American strikes.
The Nigerian Senate has issued a one-week ultimatum to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to explain financial discrepancies amounting to over N210 trillion in its audited financial statements covering the period from 2017 to 2023.
The directive came during a charged session of the Senate Committee on Public Accounts on Wednesday, where NNPCL’s Chief Financial Officer, Dapo Segun, and other top company executives faced intense questioning from lawmakers.
Lawmakers described the alleged financial gaps as “mind-boggling,” citing glaring irregularities in figures recorded under accrued expenses and receivables in the company’s reports.
The committee chairman, Senator Aliyu Wadada, said the inconsistencies were “unacceptable,” warning that the Senate would fully exercise its oversight authority to uncover the truth.
We are looking at over N210tn in just two categories—accrued expenses and receivables. These are not mere rounding errors; they raise fundamental questions about transparency and financial integrity,” Wadada stated.
According to the Senate, the audited reports revealed accrued expenses of N103tn, which shockingly included N600bn in retention fees, unspecified legal fees, and auditor charges—all with no supporting documentation or referenced contracts.
“How do you quote N600bn in retention fees with no contract to back it up?
There are legal fees with no record of the legal services rendered. It’s completely unjustifiable,” Wadada queried.
Even more troubling was a N103tn figure under receivables, which lawmakers argued lacked explanation or breakdown.
According to the Senate, the audited reports revealed accrued expenses of N103tn, which shockingly included N600bn in retention fees, unspecified legal fees, and auditor charges—all with no supporting documentation or referenced contracts.
“How do you quote N600bn in retention fees with no contract to back it up?
There are legal fees with no record of the legal services rendered. It’s completely unjustifiable,” Wadada queried.
Even more troubling was a N103tn figure under receivables, which lawmakers argued lacked explanation or breakdown.
According to the Senate, the audited reports revealed accrued expenses of N103tn, which shockingly included N600bn in retention fees, unspecified legal fees, and auditor charges—all with no supporting documentation or referenced contracts.
“How do you quote N600bn in retention fees with no contract to back it up?
There are legal fees with no record of the legal services rendered. It’s completely unjustifiable,” Wadada queried.
Even more troubling was a N103tn figure under receivables, which lawmakers argued lacked explanation or breakdown.
According to the Senate, the audited reports revealed accrued expenses of N103tn, which shockingly included N600bn in retention fees, unspecified legal fees, and auditor charges—all with no supporting documentation or referenced contracts.
“How do you quote N600bn in retention fees with no contract to back it up?
There are legal fees with no record of the legal services rendered. It’s completely unjustifiable,” Wadada queried.
Even more troubling was a N103tn figure under receivables, which lawmakers argued lacked explanation or breakdown.
The committee also revealed that NNPCL submitted a revised document moments before the hearing—one that contradicted the original audited financials already in the public domain.
“The new document completely distorts the figures in the official audit. We find that not just ridiculous, but deeply troubling,” Wadada said.
He further questioned the credibility of the audit process, expressing concern that NNPCL finalized and signed off on its accounts while still internally reconciling massive financial figures.
How do you proceed to finalise audited accounts while still reconciling such massive figures? These aren’t internal memos; they’re public documents that potential investors will scrutinise,” he added.
To that effect, the committee submitted a list of 11 critical questions to NNPCL, demanding comprehensive written responses within one week.
Lawmakers emphasized that the probe is not a witch-hunt but a constitutional responsibility aimed at protecting public funds and enforcing financial discipline—especially in light of the federal government’s drive for increased revenue.
Wadada invoked President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, saying it demands transparency and fiscal accountability at all levels.
In a country striving to change its national narrative, access to accurate and verifiable financial data is non-negotiable. These kinds of discrepancies sabotage that mission,” he stated.
Adding to the controversy, the Senate discovered a major contradiction: between 2017 and 2021, National Petroleum Investment Management Services (NAPIMS)—a subsidiary of NNPCL—declared N9 trillion in profit, while the parent company, NNPCL, reported a N16 billion loss during the same period.
“How can a subsidiary report trillions in profit while the parent company bleeds losses?” Wadada asked.
The Senate has vowed to get to the root of the matter, using all legislative tools at its disposal.
“This isn’t just about balancing books—it’s about restoring trust in public institutions. Every single kobo must be accounted for,” Wadada concluded.
(Journalist101)
The Federal Government on Thursday closed its case against the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, in the ongoing terrorism and treason trial.
Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja fixed July 18 for Kanu to open his defence after the government concluded its case by calling five witnesses who testified to establish the charges brought against him.
However, there are strong indications that the IPOB leader may file a no-case submission on the grounds that he was not properly linked with the alleged charges levelled against him by the Federal Government.
Chief Adegboyega Awomolo, SAN, who led the prosecution team of the Federal Government, announced the closure of the case after the fifth prosecution witness (PW-5), identified as EEE for security reasons, was discharged from the witness box following cross-examination by one of Kanu’s lawyers, Dr Onyechi Ikpeazu, SAN.
According to Awomolo, the prosecution was satisfied that from the avalanche of evidence tendered, including broadcasts of activities of the IPOB leader, the Federal Government had sufficiently satisfied the need to close its case.
“I therefore close the case,” he said.
In response, the lead defence counsel, Chief Kanu Agabi, informed the court that they would be opting for a no-case submission, which would be filed in due course.
Earlier, in his evidence-in-chief, the fifth witness, who is an officer of the Department of State Services (DSS) at the headquarters in Abuja, said he was directed to lead a team of security officers to the southern region of the country to obtain records of activities that occurred between 2020 and 2021 relating to the End SARS protest.
According to the witness, his assignment included obtaining records of public properties that were destroyed and death certificates of security officers who died during the End SARS protest.
EEE was then shown three documents — the report of the End SARS assessments, the list of officers that died, and the death certificates of the officers — and after his confirmation, the prosecution counsel sought to tender same in evidence.
Ikpeazu, however, informed the court that the defence team would register their objection at the appropriate time, while the documents were subsequently admitted and marked as exhibits PWD2, PWD2A, and PWD2B respectively.
A summary of the documents revealed that a total of 128 policemen, 37 army officers, and 10 DSS agents were killed within the period.
Similarly, a total of 164 police stations were destroyed, as well as 19 facilities of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Under cross-examination, EEE admitted that he was not involved in the investigation of the crimes allegedly committed by the defendant, but rather investigated the fallout of the End SARS protest, which the defendant enabled through his broadcasts.
When asked whether the entire End SARS protest was carried out because Kanu asked them to protest, the witness said he didn’t know, adding that he knew the defendant asked people to attack security officials and destroy public property.
Ikpeazu asked the witness:
“When people destroyed properties in Osun and Lagos states during the End SARS protest, are you saying they did that because the defendant asked them to? Are you saying categorically that the End SARS issue is a Biafran issue?”
The witness responded that his assignment was not to investigate Biafra, but to investigate the End SARS issue, to which the defendant incited the public.
He added that he had heard of Aisha Yesufu, one of the individuals who led the protest, but had never investigated her.
Ikpeazu further asked:
“Are you aware that the End SARS protest was chiefly against police brutality, especially by the SARS faction of the police?”
The witness replied:
“There are usually two causes of an insurrection: the open causes and the underlying causes. Police brutality could be the secondary cause of the protest. The real reason for the protests was that some subversive elements incited the public against the government. In this case, the defendant’s broadcasts were one of those underlying causes.”
EEE also stated that he did not know whether IPOB was concerned with happenings in places such as Lagos, Ibadan, Ile-Ife, and Igbajo. In response, Ikpeazu drew his attention to page 565 of the document, which was a report about what happened in Osun State during the End SARS protest. He pointed out a line that read:
“no life was lost in Ekiti State,”
To which the witness responded that he did not know whether Ekiti State was in Osun.
*DOLLAR TO NAIRA EXCHANGE RATE UPDATE*
As of today, June 17, 2025, the dollar to naira exchange rate stands at approximately:
– 1 USD = 1,543.60 NGN
Rates are subject to fluctuation and may vary depending on market conditions.
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