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WTT Contender Lagos: Top Seeds Begin Hunt for Points, Top Prize

Fola Badmus03 mins

With the two-day qualifying rounds concluded, the main draw of the 2025 WTT Contender Lagos kicks off on Thursday, July 24, at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall, Teslim Balogun Stadium, where top seeds will begin their quest for world ranking points and the tournament’s top prize. While international stars are eyeing the title, the absence of Nigerian legend Quadri Aruna opens the door for local talents like Olajide Omotayo, Matthew Kuti, Abdulbasit Abdulfatai, and Taiwo Mati to make a strong impression. Tunisia’s Wassim Essid and Cameroon’s Ylane Batix are also among the contenders hoping for a breakthrough performance in Lagos—the second WTT Contender event hosted in Africa. In the Women’s Singles, defending champion Sreeja Akula of India faces a tough field, including top seed Hina Hayata and Honoka Hashimoto of Japan, Egypt’s rising star Hana Goda, and France’s Prithika Pavade. “I won the Women’s Singles title last year, and I’m aiming for another this year,” said Akula. “The competition is much stronger, but I just want to give my best and enjoy the tournament.” Also drawing attention is John Oyebode, who represents Italy but has Nigerian roots. The son of former Nigerian international Michael Oyebode, John, is eager to make his mark on home soil. “What makes WTT Contender Lagos unique is the massive support from the fans, regardless of where the players come from. They love the sport, and that’s a big motivation. Nigeria is home to me, and I want to enjoy myself by giving my best against the best,” he said. Meanwhile, 2024 Men’s Doubles runners-up Olajide Omotayo and Azeez Solanke are back with renewed determination to go one step further this year.

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Senate Consider Yusuf Muhammad Yusuf as NLRC Commissioner

Fola Badmus01 mins

President Bola Tinubu has nominated Professor Yusuf Muhammad Yusuf as a commissioner of the Nigerian Law Reform Commission (NLRC), replacing Professor Fatima Alkali, who declined her earlier nomination. The nomination was conveyed to the Senate in a letter read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during plenary. Tinubu urged the lawmakers to confirm Yusuf swiftly, citing Section 2(1) of the Nigerian Law Reform Commission Act, 2022. “Professor Yusuf Muhammad Yusuf is to replace Professor Fatima Alkali, whose nomination was earlier presented through my letter dated 22nd June 2025, but did not appear for screening and confirmation,” the President explained. Akpabio referred Yusuf’s nomination to the Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights, and Legal Matters for further legislative action. In June, Tinubu had appointed Dakas Dakas as chairman, alongside Uchenna Okolocha and Alkali as commissioners of the NLRC. Alkali, who was meant to represent the North-East, later turned down the appointment.

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EFCC Withdraws ₦12.3bn Fraud Case Against Otudeko, Onasanya After Settlement

Fola Badmus02 mins

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially withdrawn the 13-count charge filed before the Federal High Court in Lagos against Chief Oba Otudeko, CFR, Chairman of Honeywell Group, and three other defendants. The case, which began in January 2025 over alleged non-performing loan transactions, has now been formally discontinued following a directive by the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF). During Tuesday’s proceedings, Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN, representing the EFCC, told the court that after a comprehensive review of representations from all parties—including First Bank of Nigeria—the AGF concluded that continuing the case was not in the public interest. Otudeko, a renowned industrialist and philanthropist, welcomed the development, reaffirming that the matter was a civil transaction resolved over eight years ago. In a statement, Honeywell Group’s counsel, Olasumbo Abolaji, praised Dr. Otudeko’s decades-long contributions to Nigeria’s economy, adding that there was no finding or admission of wrongdoing, and the withdrawal reinforces his unblemished record of service and leadership. The EFCC’s withdrawal is seen as a positive signal for financial market stakeholders, strengthening confidence in Nigeria’s judicial and institutional processes.

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FIFA Appoints Match Officials for U-20 World Cup Chile 2025

Fola Badmus03 mins

The FIFA Referees Committee has announced the match officials who will oversee games at the FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025, which will take place from 27 September to 19 October. A total of 54 match officials (18 referees and 36 assistant referees) from 22 FIFA Member Associations are set to take charge of the matches. “Following the success of the FIFA Club World Cup, we look forward to another exciting tournament, for which we have once again appointed a very strong Team One line-up. From a refereeing perspective, it’s very important that the officials have the opportunity to be involved at a tournament featuring the stars of tomorrow and for us to carry out further testing of Football Video Support (FVS), which has been a great success so far,” said the Chairman of the FIFA Referees Committee, Pierluigi Collina. The use of Football Video Support (FVS) at the tournament follows on from the trials implemented last year at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia and the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in the Dominican Republic. The FVS trials followed numerous requests from member associations for an alternative, cost-effective way of using technology to support match officials. Unlike the video assistant referee (VAR) system, FVS does not use dedicated video match officials and therefore does not check all match-changing incidents. Instead, the onus falls on the respective head coaches, who are allowed to make a limited number of review requests per game when they feel that a clear and obvious error has been made in match-changing incidents, such as goals, penalty decisions, direct red card incidents or cases of mistaken identity. The players can also recommend that their coaches request a review. “Chile is a football-loving country, and we have an excellent opportunity to ensure that this year’s edition of the FIFA U-20 World Cup leaves a legacy on a refereeing level. The (FIFA) U-20 World Cup is a highly competitive tournament that requires officials to have a sound reading of the game,” noted FIFA Director of Refereeing Massimo Busacca.

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US Issues Fresh Travel Advisory Warning Against Travel to Nigeria

Fola Badmus02 mins

The United States government has issued a new travel advisory cautioning its citizens against travelling to Nigeria due to a combination of security threats and inadequate healthcare services. The advisory, released as part of the US security review for Africa, cited kidnapping, terrorism, armed gangs, and violent crime as major risks. It also flagged the poor availability of healthcare services and warned travellers to make provisions for all necessary medications and emergency care before visiting. Nigeria was listed alongside 11 other high-risk African countries, including Somalia, Libya, Burkina Faso, South Sudan, Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, Burundi, Mauritania, Guinea-Bissau, Niger, and Chad. The US State Department categorised Nigeria under Level 3: “Reconsider Travel”, with 18 states placed under Level 4: “Do Not Travel”. These include: The US Mission in Nigeria highlighted the prevalence of violent crimes such as armed robbery, assault, carjacking, roadside banditry, and kidnappings for ransom, warning that terrorists may strike with little or no notice at public places, hotels, markets, and transportation hubs. Additionally, the advisory underscored Nigeria’s high malaria risk, unreliable healthcare services, lack of emergency response infrastructure, and counterfeit pharmaceuticals, urging travellers to secure comprehensive travel and medical evacuation insurance.

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South African Nurse Uses Her Nipple To Resuscitate Patients In ICU

Fola Badmus02 mins

A South African nurse has discovered a novel way of resuscitating patients in a coma. On the 16th of July 2025, Nurse Nomsa Mgilane from Mpumalanga working in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) department where patients are not responsive at all found a way to make patients wake up from a coma. She said she discovered this while she was working the night shift and alone with one patient. She placed her nipple inside the mouth of a male patient, and the patient, who was in a coma for four months, woke up licking their lips. She did it to another patient just to prove her theory, and the other patient woke up saying “Ngiphe futhi mama” after he woke up eight months later from a coma. The University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg looked into her night shift doings and found out that the breast has nerve endings that could trigger the brain to come back to life and actually wake up patients from coma. Nurse Nomsa Mgilane encourages all female nurses to practice this and save as many lives as possible. Another groundbreaking scientific discovery from South Africa. –Trill Times News

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Miss Nollywood International 2025 Hassana Ozohu Salisu Declares for Actors Guild of Nigeria Election in Kogi

Fola Badmus02 mins

Queen Hassana Ozohu Salisu, Miss Nollywood International 2025, entrepreneur, author, and beauty queen, has officially declared her intention to contest in the forthcoming Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) election in Kogi State. In a passionate statement, Salisu outlined her vision to transform the entertainment industry in Kogi, promising to champion collaboration, skill development, and resource mobilization for local artists. “Art is a powerful medium that transcends boundaries and influences culture. In Kogi State, we have a wealth of talent, but a lack of support and resources often limits our potential. I am stepping forward to advocate for a brighter future for all creatives,” she said. Her agenda includes initiating workshops and training programs, fostering partnerships with government and private organizations for funding and mentorship, and promoting diversity and inclusion in the entertainment sector. With over 2,000 active actors currently engaged in productions across Kogi, Salisu believes that strategic leadership within the AGN can position the state as a powerhouse in Nollywood. “The 2025 election is not just about me; it’s about us—the talented people of Kogi State. Together, we can craft a legacy where our stories are celebrated and our dreams fulfilled,” she added.

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Wike Mocks Peter Obi for Serving Food at Party, Backs Edo Governor’s Warning

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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has criticised the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, over a recent video showing him serving food at an event. Speaking on Tuesday during the commissioning of the New Edo Line Transport Service in Benin City, Wike described Obi’s action as a “show of shame” aimed at deceiving Nigerians into believing he is humble. “This is not where a presidential candidate will begin to serve food. No! No!! How long will he be serving the food? As a president, you will be carrying food and serving? And then Nigerians are laughing. Who told you that is humility?” Wike said. The former Rivers State governor also backed Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo over his recent warning to Obi to seek security clearance before visiting Edo. Wike argued that Okpebholo’s stance was necessary for public safety and should not be misinterpreted as hostility. Wike further criticised Nigerians for supporting what he called “political theatrics,” urging them to demand sincerity from leaders rather than “wayo” (deception).

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