Yes “No farmers, no Nation” is a popular adage that aptly captures the strategic importance of agriculture in our national development. As the tempo of political activities towards the 2027 elections heightened across the country, politicians and indeed the different regions of the country are busy scheming and strategizing on how to drive maximum benefits from the elections . For Northern Nigeria, nothing is more important to the region than a revival and accelerated development of the agricultural sector which has suffered serious neglect over the years. Therefore, agricultural development should be the cornerstone and main agenda of the North...
BREAKING NEWS: Deji Adeleke’s 1250MW Power Plant Set for Commissioning — One of Nigeria’s Largest Energy Projects ❤🇳🇬🫡
A landmark in Nigeria’s energy sector is set to go live as the 1250MW power plant spearheaded by billionaire businessman, Dr. Deji Adeleke, is now fully completed and ready for commissioning. According to sources close to the project, the only step remaining is its connection to the national gas grid. Once operational, it will rank among the largest power projects ever undertaken in Nigeria, marking a significant boost to the country’s electricity generation capacity. This bold investment reflects renewed private sector confidence in Nigeria’s infrastructure space and signals major progress toward tackling the nation’s long-standing energy deficit.
Denver’s Pro Women’s Soccer Team Unveils New Name ‘Denver Summit FC’,
Denver’s new professional women’s soccer team in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) has been officially named Denver Summit FC. The club revealed in a statement: “Denver Summit FC unveiled its name, crest, colors, and brand after receiving the most first-place votes in the Name The Club fan vote, which generated over 15,000 votes and suggestions.” The team, set to kick off in the 2026 season, has unveiled its branding which includes a crest featuring the iconic Rocky Mountains, with slopes at a 26-degree angle symbolizing the inaugural year.
Satara Youth Holds Knife To Minor Girl’s Throat Over One Sided Love In Broad Daylight.
In a shocking incident on Monday afternoon, an 18-year-old youth threatened a minor girl at knifepoint in a residential area of Satara city. The girl, a Class 10 student, was held by the youth with a knife to her throat in broad daylight. Timely intervention by alert citizens and police personnel averted a potential tragedy and led to the girl’s safe rescue. The incident, caught on camera, unfolded around 4 pm when the girl was returning home from school. According to preliminary reports, the accused and the girl live in the same locality. The youth, who is said to be...
Tottenham Eye Manchester United Prodigy Kobbie Mainoo
Tottenham are interested in Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo. According to reports from British journalist Graeme Bailey, Manchester United are open to negotiations if the offer is right. Mainoo has made 72 appearances for United’s first team. He scored the crucial goal in the 2024 FA Cup final to help the club win the trophy. He joined Manchester United at the age of nine. Mainoo made his England debut at 18 in 2024. That same year, he was called up to represent England at the Euros. He started in the Round of 16 match against Slovakia, becoming the third-youngest player...
WHO Condemns Israeli Attacks On Facilities In Central Gaza
The World Health Organization (WHO) says Israel’s offensive in central Gaza has compromised its efforts to continue working, after its facilities came under attack. The UN agency accused Israeli forces of attacking a staff residence in the city of Deir al-Balah on Monday and mistreating those sheltering there. Its main warehouse was also attacked and destroyed. The WHO said one of its staff detained by troops during the raid on the residence was still being held and demanded their immediate release. The Israeli military said it detained “several individuals suspected of involvement in terrorism” in the area and that most...
UK Foreign Secretary Says He’s ‘Appalled And Sickened’ By Civilian Suffering In Gaza
Foreign Secretary David Lammy has said he is appalled and sickened by the plight of civilians in Gaza, after the Israeli government rejected an international statement which warned suffering has “reached new depths”. On Tuesday, Lammy told the BBC that Israel’s response was “hugely disappointing” and described the situation in Gaza as “grotesque”. It comes after the UK and 27 other countries called for an immediate end to the war, and accused Israel of “drip feeding” aid to Gaza’s population. The statement was released after dozens were killed while waiting to access supplies in recent days – but Israel described...