Nigerian Lawyer, Owolabi Salis Makes History As First Nigerian In Space.

A Nigerian-born lawyer and seasoned politician, Owolabi Salis, has etched his name in the annals of history as the first Nigerian to travel to space.
Naija News reports that Salis was among six civilian passengers aboard Blue Origin’s NS-33 mission, which launched from West Texas, USA, on Saturday, June 29, 2025.

Sali's crewmates on the New Shepard rocket included Allie Kuehner, Carl Kuehner, Leland Larson, Freddie Rescigno Jr., and Jim Sitkin.

In an emotionally charged statement before liftoff, Salis described his voyage as one with deeper significance.

“This mission is more than just a trip into space, it’s a spiritual journey, a call to inspire future generations,” he said.


He added that he hoped the mission would spark curiosity and commitment to space exploration among Africans, especially the youth.

Who Is Owolabi Salis?
Born in Ikorodu, Lagos State, Salis is a man of many accomplishments. He is a chartered accountant and a licensed attorney, qualified to practise law both in Nigeria and the United States.

Salis is also the author of Equitocracy, a thought-provoking political treatise that advocates a democratic structure built on fairness, equity, and inclusion for multicultural societies.

REDAN president emerges Okeigbo Oba elect.

The President, Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria, Prince Akintoye Adeoye, has been announced as the Oluoke of Okeigbo in the Ile Oluji/Okeigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State.

This is according to a statement issued by the Media Director, Aare Kugbaigbe Ruling House, Okeigbo, Elder Ayodele Olopade, obtained on Monday.

Olopade said the Chairman of Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo Local Government, Adebare Adeoye, in conjunction with Aare Kugbaigbe Ruling House, broke the news after the selection.

He lauded the chiefs saddled with the selection for being transparent, honest and peaceful.

BREAKING NEWS: House of Representatives Demand Breakdown Of N1.48 Trillion Rivers Budget and Query N24 billion For CCTV Cameras

BREAKING NEWS: Anambra state youths now producing babies for sale.

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13 ABDUCTED BENUE LINK PASSENGERS RESCUED.

Thirteen passengers of Benue Links Transport Company who were kidnapped last week at Eke in Okpokwu Local Government Area of Benue State have regained their freedom following a coordinated rescue operation by security operatives and local vigilantes.

Naija News reports that the Chairman of Okpokwu LGA, Adah Inalegwu, confirmed the development on Sunday while speaking to Channels Television.

According to Inalegwu, the victims were rescued in batches. He revealed that two of the passengers were freed on Saturday after security personnel intensified search operations across the forested region.

He added that local youths from neighbouring Kogi State were also mobilised to support the operation, putting additional pressure on the abductors.

Inalegwu also praised Governor Hyacinth Alia for providing logistical support that strengthened surveillance and tracking efforts.

The rescued passengers are currently undergoing profiling and medical checks and are expected to be reunited with their families soon.

Naija News had earlier reported that suspected gunmen, last Sunday, attacked a Benue Links commercial bus, robbing passengers and abducting several victims into the nearby bush.

The incident occurred at Eke community, along the Otukpo-Otukpa road, at about 6:30 pm, throwing the area into panic.

The attackers laid an ambush for the bus, which was conveying passengers and bore the registration number 14B-143BN.

BREAKING NEWS: Nigerian Doctor Timileyin Oluseyi Makes History in U.S., Sweeps All 8 Residency Awards 🙌🏾
Dr. Timileyin Oluseyi, a Nigerian physician practicing in the United States, has made history by winning all eight residency awards—a remarkable achievement that has sparked widespread pride across Nigeria and the global Black community.

POPULAR NIGERIAN GOSPEL SINGER IS DEAD.

Popular gospel singer Israel Terhemba Ikyereve, known by his stage name New Jerusalem, is dead.
He passed away at the age of 53.

News of his death has sparked widespread mourning across Benue State, particularly within the Christian community, where he was revered for transforming Tiv Swange music into a powerful medium for spreading the gospel.

Former Governor of Benue State, Chief Samuel Ortom, led tributes to the late gospel icon during a condolence visit to his residence in Makurdi. Accompanied by members of the Brethren Prayer Group, Ortom described Ikyereve as a devoted Christian whose music resonated far beyond Nigeria’s borders.

“His songs touched my heart as a lover of Christ,” Ortom said. “That attraction led me to seek a personal relationship with him, which began a lasting bond with his family.”

The former governor recounted witnessing the late singer’s music featured in an international programme in Australia, where a Tiv man was teaching music while New Jerusalem’s songs played in the background.

According to Ortom, this was a clear testament to the global impact of Ikyereve’s gospel ministry.

He offered prayers for the bereaved family and pledged his continued support to them and the New Jerusalem Gospel Music Troupe, promising not to abandon them after the burial.

Speaking on behalf of the family, Hon. Iorshagher Ikyereve, the elder brother of the deceased, expressed heartfelt gratitude to Ortom for his unwavering support throughout the late singer’s illness and beyond.

He also disclosed that one of Israel’s sons was named “Ortom” in honour of the former governor’s compassionate involvement in their lives.

Prayers were also led by Rev. Pastor Tor Ujah and Dr Joseph Antyo, both leaders of the Brethren Prayer Group.

The late gospel artist is survived by his wife, fellow gospel singer Deborah Msendoo Ikyereve, four children, and several relatives.

His burial is scheduled for Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Sati Agirigi, Mbamo, Shitile, in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State.

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TRAGIC INCIDENT IN UYO

Yesterday morning, a young woman was found dead and abandoned in a gutter along Udok Street, off Barracks Road, Uyo.

Her identity remains unknown, and no one has come forward yet. If anyone is missing a loved one, or knows someone who might be, please contact the nearest authorities immediately.

Her family deserves to know. She deserves justice.

Please, help share this post — someone out there is looking for her, praying for her safe return... not knowing she’s gone.

To all women: please stay vigilant. These are dangerous times. Let’s watch out for one another.

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Tinubu Embarks On State Visit To Saint Lucia, Attends BRICS In Brazil.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Saturday, June 28, 2025, on a two-nation visit to Saint Lucia and Brazil.
Naija News reports that this was made known in a statement on Friday by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.

His first stop is Saint Lucia, where he will pay a state visit as part of efforts to deepen Nigeria’s engagement with Caribbean nations and strengthen South-South cooperation.

At the end of the visit to the island State, President Tinubu will fly to Brazil to participate in the 17th Summit of BRICS in Rio de Janeiro,

During the visit to Saint Lucia, President Tinubu will pay courtesy calls on the Governor-General, His Excellency Cyril Errol Melchiades Charles, and Prime Minister Philip Pierre.

A key highlight of the visit will be President Tinubu’s address to the special joint session of the Senate and the House of Assembly of Saint Lucia at the William Jefferson Clinton Ballroom, Sandals Grande, Gros Islet.

The Heads of Government of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), senior government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, members of the Nigerian community in the country and the Director-General of OECS, Dr Didacus Jules, have been invited to attend the special session.

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JAMB TO ACTIVATE 2025 ORIGINAL JAMB RESULTS PORTAL NEXT WEEK.

The JAMB Original Result Slip will be accessible to print next week.

This is particularly wonderful news for those who are unable to access their Jamb results because they have lost or do not have access to their Jamb registered phone number.

Upon release, all UTME candidates will be able to obtain their original Jamb Result Slip.

Stay tuned for more updates.✅️

Nigeria’s Adesanya Inducted Into UFC Hall Of Fame

Nigerian fighter Israel Adesanya has been honoured with induction into the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Hall of Fame.

Naija News reports that the former two-time UFC middleweight champion was inducted into the Fight Wing yesterday at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, USA, for his remarkable bout against Kelvin Gastelum in 2019.

Adesanya triumphed over Gastelum by unanimous decision, achieving a record of four knockdowns during the title fight to secure the Interim UFC Middleweight Championship at UFC 236.

Other notable matchups, including Forrest Griffin vs. Stephan Bonnar, Matt Hughes vs. Frank Trigg II, and Anderson Silva vs. Chael Sonnen, are also set to be inducted into the 2025 class.

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Davido gave his personal assistant, Lati a brand new Range Rover Vogue LWB as a birthday gift.

Lati is Davido’s longtime personal assistant and best friend. They have been close for over 20 years since Davido was a kid. Lati helps manage Davido’s music career, travels with him and even introduced him to his wife Chioma.

The blessings are going round

Tragic News

Mrs. Rabiat Atere, a local farmer, was brutally murdered by suspected herdsmen in Oka-Akoko, located in the Akoko South-West Local Government Area of Ondo State.

The heartbreaking incident occurred on Monday, June 23, while she was tending to her farmland.

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MultiChoice Nigeria has reduced the price of its DStv decoders by half, decreasing the cost from ₦20,000 to ₦10,000.
The company announced that the move aimed to attract more customers and curb declining subscriptions.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, the company's Chief Executive Officer, John Ugbe, explained that the offer aims to reward customer loyalty and provide increased value to subscribers.

He said, “We want to ensure our customers feel appreciated and have access to the best entertainment every day. The ‘We Got You’ campaign is about making premium content more accessible and showing that DStv offers something for everyone, not just football fans.

By repositioning itself as a platform for daily value, DStv aims to encourage content discovery across a wider array of genres, including movies, drama, kids’ programming, and news.

“This means more channels, more shows, and more reasons to tune in every day,”

BREAKING NEWS: NYSC has extended the service year of Ms. Rita Ushie, popularly known on Instagram as Raye, by two months following her viral criticism of President Bola Tinubu's administration over worsening economic hardship.

Source : Sahara reporters

SAD NEWS: SEVERAL SOLDIERS KILLED, OTHERS WOUNDED AS BANDITS ATTACK MILITARY BASE IN NIGER, KADUNA.

The Nigerian Army on Wednesday, confirmed that several soldiers lost their lives when armed terrorists attacked forward operating bases in the general areas of Kwanar Dutse Mairiga and Boka Niger State, and Aungwan Turai Chikun LGA of Kaduna State.

According to the Army statement, the attacks occurred on Tuesday, 24th June.

Following the attack by the bandits, the Nigerian Army launched several counterattacks, including land and air responses, leading to the death of scores of bandits in the fierce battle.

Unfortunately, apart from the soldiers who lost their lives, four other soldiers were also wounded in battle and are receiving treatment for gunshot wounds.

“On 24 June 2025, forward operating bases in the general areas of Kwanar Dutse Mairiga and Boka Niger State, and Aungwan Turai Chikun LGA of Kaduna, were attacked by bandits in a 3 pronged attack.

“In response, land and air component troops launched several counter-attacks that eliminated scores of bandits in the encounters.

“Sadly, some gallant warriors paid the supreme price in the day-long battles while four wounded in action troops are currently receiving treatment for their gunshot wounds,” the statement read.

Naija News reports that the Army promised to provide further details on what transpired later.

Iran’s President Declares End To 12-Day War With Israel.

Pezeshkian announced this in a nationally broadcast message via the state-run IRNA news agency as reported by AFP.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has declared an end to the 12-day war between Iran and Israel.

Pezeshkian announced this in a nationally broadcast message via the state-run IRNA news agency as reported by AFP.