Trump Promises To ‘Save’ Jimmy Lai

United States President Donald Trump has renewed his promise to “save” jailed Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai.
Many Custodial Centires In Nigeria Built 100 Years Ago – FG

The Federal Government has said that at least 12 of the 246 custodial centres in Nigeria are undergoing rehabilitation.
Strike Countdown Begins As PENCOM, Labour Disagree

The Nigeria Labour Congress(NLC) has threatened a nationwide strike if the Federal Government fails to return workers’ insurance contributions.
No Contracts Without Warrants – Edun

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has directed Ministries, Departments, and Agencies to ensure they obtain warrants and Authority to Incur Expenditure before committing to any financial obligations or signing contracts.
Nigeria Suffering Institutional Neglect – Obi Of Onitsha

The Obi of Onitsha, Nnaemeka Achebe, has said that Nigeria is suffering from institutional neglect, policy somersaults, and poor implementation, despite the government’s efforts.
PSG Defeat Tottenham To Win UEFA Super Cup

European champions Paris Saint-Germain, PSG, have begun the new season on a victorious note, after defeating Tottenham Hotspur 4-3 on penalties in the UEFA Super Cup.
Trump Says There Will Be Severe Consequences If Putin Fails to Agree to Ceasefire

The president of the United States, Donald Trump, has said Russia’s President Vladimir Putin will face “very severe consequences” if he does not agree to a ceasefire in the war with Ukraine when they meet at Trumps’ summit in Alaska.
INEC Deploys Over 7,000 BVAS For Bye-Elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has said it will deploy 7,726 Bimodal Voter Accreditation System devices for the upcoming by-elections scheduled for Saturday, August 16, 2025 in 12 states.
NiMET Predicts Thunderstorms, Rains, from Thursday

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMET, has predicted thunderstorms and rain from Thursday to Saturday across the country.
Rivers Police Arrest Pastor Carrying out Deliverance on Children by Flogging

The Rivers State Police Command says its operatives have arrested a 41-year-old Pastor, Ifediorah Joseph for allegedly flogging about 20 children in the name of spiritual cleansing in Emeka community in Ohio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State.