Wimbledon: Ruthless Sinner Ends Djokovic’s Dream, Sets Up Final with Alcaraz
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner produced a masterclass on Centre Court to dismantle Novak Djokovic in straight sets and book a place in his first Wimbledon final, where he will face defending champion Carlos Alcaraz. The 23-year-old Italian overpowered the seven-time Wimbledon champion 6–3, 6–3, 6–4 in a stunning semifinal performance that ended Djokovic’s bid […]
Euro 2025: Spain Begin Title Bid with Emphatic Win Over Mourning Portugal
World champions Spain made a powerful statement in their opening match of UEFA Women’s Euro 2025, thrashing Portugal 5-0 in a commanding display in Bern, Switzerland. The encounter was played in a sombre atmosphere, with both teams and fans paying tribute to Portuguese international Diogo Jota and his brother, André Silva, who tragically died in […]
Makinde appoints Wolekanle as Oyo Chief of Staff after Segun Ogunwuyi’s resignation
Seyi Makinde appoints Wolekanle as Oyo Chief of Staff after Segun Ogunwuyi’s resignation, while Aderonke Adedayo becomes Due Process Office DG. Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has appointed Bashorun Akinwale Akinwole, popularly known as Wolekanle, as the new Chief of Staff, following the resignation of Segun Ogunwuyi from the position. The governor also approved the […]
Circular Road: ‘Makinde’s ₦6bn promise is an audio gift, trust him at your own risk’ — David Oluokun
David Oluokun questions Makinde’s ₦6bn Circular Road compensation promise, describing it as a “Greek gift” and recalling residents’ complaints over demolitions. The Oyo State Coordinator of BSA Voice of Reason Media & RHAIN, Elder David Oluokun, has criticised Governor Seyi Makinde over his reported promise to revert to the 75-metre setback along the Ibadan Circular […]
Oyo Politics: Seyi Makinde’s Chief of Staff Segun Ogunwuyi resigns
Segun Ogunwuyi has resigned as Oyo State Chief of Staff to Seyi Makinde, sparking speculation about a possible APC defection ahead of the 2027 elections. Segun Ogunwuyi, who served as Chief of Staff to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, has resigned from his appointment, adding a new dimension to the political developments unfolding in the […]
Russia violated Trump’s energy ceasefire? Zelenskyy reports strikes on Kyiv and Kharkiv power plants
Russia violated Trump’s energy ceasefire after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported strikes on energy facilities in Kyiv and Kharkiv, raising doubts about US President Donald Trump’s announcement that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to stop attacks on energy infrastructure. The reported attacks have intensified uncertainty surrounding Washington’s latest efforts to reduce hostilities, particularly because Ukraine […]
Abramovich tax evasion allegations: Deloitte accused of approving falsified documents hiding $672m wealth
Abramovich tax evasion allegations have emerged following a BBC Panorama investigation that uncovered evidence of falsified documents allegedly used to conceal Roman Abramovich’s wealth and potentially evade millions of dollars in taxes, raising serious questions about the conduct of professional advisers who managed the Russian billionaire’s finances. The investigation alleges that Deloitte’s Cyprus operations signed […]
Carrick must keep Rashford on the bench and start Baleba after Tottenham display
Michael Carrick should continue leaving Marcus Rashford on the bench and start Carlos Baleba for Manchester United after their disappointing performance against Tottenham Hotspur, according to a new opinion piece published by United In Focus. Rashford was dropped from United’s starting XI for the Tottenham encounter, with Matheus Cunha given an opportunity to operate in […]
Houthi attack on Riyadh airport kills 12, injures more than 300 as Trump weighs US intervention
At least 12 people have been killed in the Houthi attack on Riyadh airport, with more than 300 others injured, in the deadliest assault on Saudi Arabia in more than a decade, as US President Donald Trump considers joining Saudi military operations against the Iran-backed Yemeni group. The attack on King Khalid International Airport on […]
Trump wants Zelenskyy replaced as Russia diesel deal sparks tensions
US President Donald Trump wants Zelenskyy replaced, saying Ukraine needs a new leader who can reach a peace agreement, as tensions escalate over a diesel supply deal with Russia and Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil refineries. Trump made the remarks at the White House on Saturday, October 10, criticising Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for failing […]
BCOS must not fade away, RATTAWU chairman appeals to Makinde
RATTAWU BCOS Chairman Adeniyi Faleti urges Governor Seyi Makinde to revive BCOS, improve staff welfare and restore the station’s broadcasting heritage. The Chairman of the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU), Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (BCOS) Chapter, Comrade Adeniyi Faleti, has appealed to the Oyo State Government to take urgent […]
2027: NDC sets October 20 for presidential campaign council inauguration
The NDC has fixed October 20 for its Presidential Campaign Council inauguration as Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso intensify preparations for the 2027 elections. The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has fixed October 20 for the inauguration of its Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) as the party intensifies preparations for the 2027 general The party’s National Chairman, […]