Tinubu Reaffirms Nigeria’s Commitment to Global elimination of Nuclear weapons. President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to the global elimination of nuclear weapons, stressing that the world must act decisively to dismantle them. Represented by Foreign Affairs Minister, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, at the UN high-level meeting marking the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear We+pons in New York, Tinubu described nuclear weapons as a grave threat to peace, security, and human survival. “We need to see action toward the dismantling of these weapons,” he said, adding that their elimination remains the only absolute guarantee against their use or threat of use. He criticised the lack of political will by Nuclear-Weapon States, urging them to fully implement agreed disarmament measures under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). He also praised countries that have ratified the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) and called on others to do the same, noting Nigeria was among the first signatories. Tinubu further urged nuclear powers to halt testing, development, and modernisation of their arsenals, while highlighting Africa’s Pelindaba Treaty, which declared the continent a nuclear-weapons-free zone. He encouraged other regions to follow suit. According to him, the benefits of disarmament are enormous and cannot be underestimated. “While there are no easy solutions, we must remain resolutely focused on achieving a world free of nuclear weapons and be better assured of our survival as human race,” he said.

Chichester City FC and former Arsenal academy striker, Billy Vigar has died after sustaining a "significant brain injury".

PSG Forward, Ousmane Dembélé, Leapfrogs Osimhen, Boniface and Others to Win the 2025 Men’s Ballon d’Or Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembélé has been named the winner of the 2025 Men’s Ballon d’Or. PSG’s domestic dominance and Champions League triumph made them frontrunners for the award, with teammates Achraf Hakimi and Vitinha also in contention. However, Dembélé emerged as the standout, edging Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, who finished second in the voting. At 28, Dembélé delivered the finest season of his career in 2024/25. Initially deployed on the right wing, he was later converted into a striker by manager Luis Enrique—a tactical switch that transformed PSG’s attack. In Ligue 1, he registered 21 goals & 8 assists in 29 matches, finishing as joint-top scorer & earning a place in the Team of the Year. But it was his Champions League heroics that sealed his Ballon d’Or case, as he netted eight times, including crucial strikes against heavyweights Manchester City, Liverpool & Arsenal.

Ex-Arsenal Midfielder Thomas Partey Pleads Not Guilty To Rape Charges Partey was granted bail and will stand trial at Southwark Crown Court in November 2026.

The Katsina State Police Command has intercepted a large cache of weapons and arrested two suspected g¥n-runners transporting the arms from Jigawa State to Safana Local Government Area in Katsina. According to Nasir Mu’azu, Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, the arrest took place around 4:35 a.m. when officers on patrol from the Ingawa Division stopped a blue Volkswagen Golf (Registration: RSH 528 BY ABJ) along the Ingawa–Karkarku road. The suspects, Abdulsalam Muhammad (25) and Aminu Mamman (23), both from Baure village in Safana LGA, were found with a deadly arsenal that included: One General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG) with breach number Z8826, 1,063 rounds of 7.62 x 39mm AK-47 ammunition, and 232 rounds of 7.62 x 69mm PKT ammunition. Investigations revealed the weapons originated from Hadejia in Jigawa and were destined for Safana. Authorities say the interception marks a major breakthrough in efforts to disrupt arms supply chains fueling cr+minal activities in the state.

Israel PM Offers ‘Phased’ Withdrawal If Lebanon Disarms Hezbollah Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel is ready to support Lebanon’s efforts to disarm Hezbollah, offering a “phased” troop withdrawal if Beirut follows through on its disarmament plan. The pledge comes after Lebanon tasked its army with dismantling Hezbollah’s arsenal by year-end, following last year’s war and a ceasefire in November. Despite this, Israel has continued airstrikes and maintains occupation of five strategic areas in southern Lebanon. Netanyahu said Israel would coordinate with a US-led security mechanism for a gradual military pullback if progress is made. Hezbollah, weakened by the conflict, has vowed to resist the government’s disarmament move. Meanwhile, the UN Security Council is set to vote on extending the peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon until August 2026. #Israel #Lebanon #Hezbollah #MiddleEast

Gyokeres Bags Brace as Arsenal Thrash Leeds 5-0 Viktor Gyokeres netted twice to open his Arsenal account as the Gunners crushed Leeds United 5-0 at the Emirates. Jurrien Timber scored twice from corners while Bukayo Saka and Gyokeres added goals before the Swede sealed the rout from the penalty spot in stoppage time. The win lifted Arsenal above Tottenham at the top of the Premier League, but injuries to captain Martin Odegaard and talisman Saka soured the celebrations just days before a crucial clash with Liverpool. New £60m signing Eberechi Eze was unveiled before kick-off, while 15-year-old Max Dowman made his debut, winning the late penalty that Gyokeres converted. #Arsenal #PremierLeague #Gyokeres #Saka

Football: Eberechi Eze’s medical at Arsenal has been booked from Friday, after tonight’s game with Crystal Palace.

America Just Authorized $346 Million Weapons Package for Nigeria But Congress Holds the Key. When the U.S. State Department quietly signed off on a $346 million weapons package for Nigeria, it felt like someone flipped a switch buried deep inside a headline. Imagine it—munitions, bombs, rockets—all lined up to help Nigeria fight terrorism and secure its waters. But here’s the twist: Congress still has the power to stop it. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) confirmed the approval with a nod, sending the paperwork over to Capitol Hill. It’s now up to lawmakers to give it the green light—or halt the deal altogether. This isn’t just another weapons deal. Nigeria has been under serious pressure lately. Boko Haram’s chilling return to the northeast, fresh attacks in the north-central and northwest regions, bomb-laden roads, and frightened civilians—it's chaos. Around 35,000 people have died, and more than 2 million have fled their homes, according to the U.N. So, when you hear "$346 million weapons sale," it’s more than dollars. It's hope for some, and danger for others. Here’s what’s on the table: a massive arsenal that includes 500-pound general-purpose bombs, guidance systems, fuzes, and 5,000 precision-guided rockets gear meant to turn the tide against violent groups and gangs, and even help police Nigeria’s coast around the Gulf of Guinea. But here’s the emotional heartbeat of the story the public reaction back home.

Top European Clubs Snubbed Osimhen Over Character Concerns — Ex-England Footballer, Gary Linekar. Former Barcelona and England striker, Gary Lineker, has revealed that several top European clubs backed out of signing Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen due to concerns about his character. Before sealing a four-year move to Turkish giants Galatasaray in a deal reportedly worth €75 million, Osimhen had attracted serious interest from elite clubs such as Chelsea, Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain, and Arsenal. However, speaking on The Rest is Football podcast, Lineker suggested that behind-the-scenes concerns may have influenced those clubs’ decisions. “I watched Osimhen a couple of times when Napoli played Leicester in the Europa League, and he really stood out,” Lineker said. “He was absolutely brilliant for Napoli—sensational.” Despite praising his talent and performance, Lineker disclosed that certain off-field issues may have raised red flags. “I’ve heard whispers that he sometimes goes missing for a few days, which has led to some questions about his character,” he added. Lineker’s comments shed light on why some of Europe’s top clubs may have hesitated despite Osimhen’s outstanding form in Serie A.

Ex-Arsenal Star Thomas Partey Charged with Multiple Counts of R+pe. Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been charged with five counts of r+pe and one count of s+x¥al a§§ault by the UK’s Metropolitan Police. The charges involve three women and relate to alleged incidents that took place between 2021 and 2022. Two r+pe charges concern one woman, three relate to another, while the s+x¥al a§§a¥lt charge involves a third. Police said Partey, 32, is expected to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, August 5. The charges follow an investigation launched in February 2022 after the first report of r+pe was filed. Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy stated: “Our priority remains providing support to the women who have come forward.” Partey, who recently left Arsenal after his contract expired, has denied all allegations. His lawyer said the Ghanaian international has cooperated fully with the police and Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) during the three-year investigation and looks forward to clearing his name. Due to the ongoing legal process, he will not be making further public comments. Partey joined Arsenal from Atlético Madrid in 2020 and made 130 appearances during his time in North London, despite struggling with inj¥ries. He also scored four goals last season and remains a key figure in Ghana’s national team. Following his Arsenal exit, Partey has drawn interest from top European clubs including Juventus, Barcelona, and Fenerbahce. The Met Police urges anyone with information about the case, or who has been affected, to come forward.

2025/26 EPL fixtures: Liverpool open against Bournemouth, Arsenal travel to Man United in opening weekend. Champions Liverpool will kick off the 2025/26 Premier League season with a Friday night showdown against Bournemouth at Anfield, while one of the standout fixtures of the opening weekend will see Manchester United welcome Arsenal to Old Trafford on Sunday. The fixture list released on Wednesday confirmed the current champions will play at home on Friday, August 15, to raise the curtain on the 2025–26 campaign.

CHINA, RUSSIA RUSHES TO RESUPPLY IRAN WITH MISSILES AMMUNITION; MORE PLANELOADS EN ROUTE Satellite photographs and flight monitoring data reveal that there has been an increase in the number of Russian and Chinese cargo planes that are transporting missiles and military equipment to Iran, as stated by defence experts and Western intelligence sources. It is at this time that Tehran is taking measures to replenish its arsenal in response to recent confrontations with Israel. The deployment of the airlift coincides with these steps. This week, multiple Il-76 and Y-20 transport aircraft have been observed flying from Moscow and Beijing to Iranian military locations. These aircraft travelled from Moscow to Beijing and then to Iran. There have been some of these flights that have been carrying specialist containers that are often utilised for the transit of missile carriers. "We are witnessing a tempo of delivery that has never been witnessed before—at least twelve flights in a span of seventy-two hours," said Damien Spleeters, a specialist in armament tracking who works for Conflict Armament Research. "This is a pace that has never been seen before." The shipments are said to contain components for sophisticated ballistic missiles, parts for drones, and ammunition, as stated in the reports. A European ambassador who spoke on the condition of anonymity agreed with the intelligence and provided confirmation of its accuracy. Under these circumstances, this is not routine maintenance; rather, it is restock for fight in the event of an emergency. Through the course of the last few years, Moscow and Beijing have deepened their military ties with Tehran by taking part in joint manoeuvres and receiving technologies from Tehran. On the other hand, the airlift that is currently taking place in question provides evidence of a new degree of strategic coordination, which may make it possible for Iran to continue its activities. According to authorities from the Pentagon, the supplies have the potential to prolong the upheaval that is occurring in the region.

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