Jannik Sinner defeated Alexander Bublik in straight sets to book a place in the semi-finals of the French Open. The Italian star cruised to a 6-1, 7-5, 6-0 victory, giving the Russian-born Kazakh no chance in their quarter-final clash. The win marked a historic milestone for Sinner, as he became the first Italian man to reach six Grand Slam semi-finals. “I’m very happy with how I’ve arrived in the semi-finals,” Sinner told reporters after the match. “The semi-finals in Grand Slams are very special. I’m looking forward to it.” Sinner is now on a 19-match winning streak at the majors,...
Nigerian ‘Tech Queen’ Faces up to 20 years imprisonment as FBI Arrests Her Over Multi-Million Dollar Fraud Scheme
The Federal Bureau Investigation—FBI— has arrested a Nigerian national and self-styled “tech queen” Sapphire Egemasi over multi-million dollar fraud scheme Egemasi, a skilled programmer and active Devpost user, was taken into custody around April 10, 2025, in the Bronx, New York. She was arrested alongside multiple co-conspirators, including alleged ringleader Samuel Kwadwo Osei, a Ghanaian national. The arrest followed a federal grand jury indictment issued last year, which charged the group with crimes committed between September 2021 and February 2023. According to federal court documents reviewed by Peoples Gazette, Egemasi played a critical technical role in the scheme. She allegedly...
“My Daughter Is Married To A Nigerian “—Kenyan President Williams Ruto
“I think there is something between Nigeria and Kenya” —president Ruto
Lagos State Takes Delivery Of Three Brand-New Train Sets Of 12 Coaches, For The Blue Line Rail.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu: “I’m happy to share that we have taken delivery of three brand-new train sets of 12 coaches in total for the Lagos Blue Line Rail. “This means shorter wait times and more comfortable trips for everyone using the Blue Line. It’s a step forward in our efforts to make daily commute in Lagos less stressful and more reliable. “We’re not stopping here. Work is ongoing to extend the Blue Line all the way to Okokomaiko, and we’re aiming to finish that by 2026. “I know it’s been a long time coming, but I truly believe we’re building...
Jack Grealish Likely to Leave Manchester City After Club World Cup Snub
Jack Grealish is reportedly set to leave Manchester City this summer following his exclusion from the squad for the FIFA Club World Cup. The England international has struggled to make an impact this season, featuring in just 20 Premier League matches—only seven of which were starts. He registered one goal and one assist in the competition. His Champions League campaign was similarly underwhelming, with six appearances, four starts, and one goal. The FA Cup was the only tournament Grealish impressed, playing in nearly every round, expect the final where he warmed the bench all through. He was signed from Aston...
“We Remain Focused On Transforming Oluomo Rock Into A World-Class Destination That Reflects The Beauty And History Of Our Beloved Ogun State.” Gov. Abiodun
Ogun state governor Dapo Abiodun: “As a government committed to promoting tourism and preserving our cultural heritage, we remain focused on transforming Oluomo Rock into a world-class destination that reflects the beauty and history of our beloved Ogun State. “We are confident that upon completion, Oluomo Rock will not only attract more visitors but also create new opportunities for local economic development, job creation, and community pride. “Our vision for a vibrant, modern, and culturally rich Ogun State remains on course.”
Martin ‘Won’t Make Promises’ – But Rangers Must Win Early
Russell Martin says he is “not going to make any promises” after becoming Rangers’ new head coach but insists they must “win early and win while developing”. The former Scotland defender, 39, has signed a three-year contract to become one of the key early appointments at start of a fresh era at Ibrox. A US-based consortium, led by Andrew Cavenagh and including the investment arm of the San Francisco 49ers, completed a takeover of the club last week. And former Southampton and Swansea City boss Martin – who had a short stint as a player at Ibrox – was the “standout choice”...
‘I Was Pushed Across The India Border Into Bangladesh At Gunpoint’
Shona Banu still shudders when she thinks of the past few days. The 58-year-old, a resident of Barpeta district in India’s north-eastern state of Assam, says that she was called to the local police station on 25 May and later taken to a point at the border with neighbouring Bangladesh. From there, she says, she and around 13 other people were forced to cross over to Bangladesh. She says she was not told why. But it was a scenario she had been dreading – Ms Banu says she has lived in Assam all her life but for the past few...
South Korean Lawmakers Approve Special Investigations Into Martial Law And Yoon’s Wife
South Korea’s liberal-led legislature overwhelmingly passed bills Thursday to launch special investigations into former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s short-lived imposition of martial law in December and criminal allegations against his wife, targeting the ousted conservative a day after his liberal successor took office. The National Assembly also passed a bill to initiate an independent investigation into the 2023 drowning death of a marine during a search-and-rescue operation for flood victims, an incident the Democratic Party, which holds majority, accuses Yoon’s government of covering up. The bills previously had been vetoed by Yoon during his term and by South Korea’s caretaker government...
