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Pope Francis revealed his last wishes in his will published Monday, asking to be buried in a simple, unadorned tomb inside his beloved Roman basilica, Santa Maria Maggiore. “Feeling that the sunset of my earthly life is approaching and with lively hope in Eternal Life, I wish to express my testamentary will only as regards the place of my burial,” wrote the pope in his will, dated June 29, 2022, which was published Monday by the Vatican. “I ask that my mortal remains rest awaiting the day of the resurrection in the Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore,” wrote the…

The Federal Government has expressed concern over a significant damage caused to the almost-completed Lotto Bridge Interchange on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, expressed the concern during an inspection of the site on Monday. Kesha said that the damage was caused by a low-bed articulated vehicle, which was transporting an excavator and collided with the bridge structure. She expressed worry at the extent of the destruction, saying that the incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday, when the excavator’s boom, not properly secured, struck the bridge beams. “From what we observed,…

Ohaja Joseph Chibunna stands as a remarkable figure in the world of modeling, having established himself as a professional in runway, editorial, and lifestyle modeling. With an illustrious career spanning six years, he has risen as a prominent pageant king, drawing the admiration of elites and many others. Beginning with his title as Mr ABIA AMBASSADOR 2021, he progressed to become the winner of BIG BROTHER FAMILY SEASON 3, complemented by prestigious titles at the University of Calabar in Cross River State. His journey has seen him crowned as Nigeria’s Most Fashionable Model for 2024 and Mr NIGERIA INTERNATIONAL 2024/25.…

The Nigeria Football Federation has expressed deep sorrow after it was confirmed that Christian Chukwuemeka Chukwu, who captained Nigeria’s 1980 Africa Cup of Nations-winning squad and later coached the team, had died in his native city of Enugu on Saturday. Nicknamed ‘Chairman’ because of his imposing presence and the authority he exuded just in front of the rearguard at both club (Enugu Rangers) and country, Christian Chukwu was overjoyed as he hoisted above his head the Unity Cup (the first time Nigeria would triumph in the continental championship) after receiving same from President Shehu Shagari at the National Stadium, Surulere…

Ozoya Football Foundation Unveils Education Support Drive 2025 Empowering Minds, One Book at a Time In a vibrant and impactful celebration, Monday Nas Ozoya, founder of the Ozoya Football Foundation, marked his 2025 birthday with a generous and inspiring initiative aimed at empowering the youth of Ivbiaro. On March 24, 2025, the Foundation launched the Education Support Drive 2025—a program that provided over 1300 students across the community with essential educational materials, including free exercise books, to help them thrive academically. The event was held across all primary and secondary schools in Ivbiaro, with a special focus on the following…

A Nigerian police officer, Inspector Stephen Enang, died on Tuesday night while watching the UEFA Champions League match between Arsenal and Real Madrid at a football viewing centre in Calabar. Enang, an Arsenal supporter, was attached to the Akim Police Division along IBB Way in Calabar until his passing. He was said to be a regular caller at the football viewing center located at Abang-Asang Street, Calabar Municipality Local Government Area of Cross River, where the tragedy struck. He was also said not to have displayed any sign of illness before the game, and even joined in the excitement when…

No fewer than seven persons died in an early morning accident at NIPCO filling station axis on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Saturday. Mrs Florence Okpe, the Spokesperson for the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun confirmed the incident in a statement in Abeokuta. Okpe stated that the crash, which occurred at 7:00a.m., involved a Mack truck marked SEY 363 YY, a tanker with registration number T2900LA and a bus marked LSD 180 YA. The FRSC spokesperson said that 15 people were involved in the accident, comprising 13 men and two women, adding that four persons were injured while seven…

Residents of Yakoyo community Ojodu in Ifo local government area of Ogun State are calling on the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun and the State Commissioner of Police, Lanre Ogunlowo to rein in on their men who are constantly used by Olofin of Isheri, Sulaiman Adekunle Bamgbade and his allies Isiaka Azeez and Funmi Obaseki to harass, intimidate, extort and arrest leaders and residents of the community. Speaking at a press conference held at the Yakoyo Community, the Baale of Yakoyo, Alani Obayomi and the leaders of the community development council accused Oba Sulaiman Bamgbade of resorting to self…

Week 2 of the Showtime Flag Football League, played under the guardianship of the Nigeria Flag Football Federation (NFFF), delivered thrilling matchups, redemption stories, and dominant performances, setting the stage for an intense season ahead. Panthers roar back with first win After a tough Week 1 loss, the Panthers found their rhythm and secured a 32-21 victory over the Greenbacks. Greenbacks struck first with Emeka Okeke finding the end zone in the first quarter, but their momentum stalled after a series of penalties. The Panthers responded in the second quarter with a touchdown from Fawaz, followed by Cosmos converting the…

The Edo State government is on top of the security situation arising from the mob killings of innocent Nigerians at Uromi. The government has long banned all illegal vigilante groups operating in the state. Governor Monday Okpebholo therefore ordered security agencies to take firm action against the groups. He has also suspended the Commander of the Edo State Security Corps, CP. Friday Ibadin (Rtd.), pending further investigations. “The local vigilante group involved in the killings was never profiled or registered with the Edo State Security Corps,” and “Its actions do not reflect the principles of the Okpebholo administration”. So far,…