Author: NewsUltra360
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FG PROMISES PASSPORTS WITHIN ONE WEEK AS FEES DOUBLE SEPTEMBER 2025
Say goodbye to long waits and corruption—Nigeria’s passport processing set to be faster and more secure than ever. Interior Minister Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo revealed plans to cut passport delivery time to under a week, part of sweeping reforms to end delays and eliminate racketeering. Thanks to a new centralized printing center, passports can now be…
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CSO DEMANDS JUSTICE & SUPPORT FOR SEXUAL ABUSE SURVIVORS IN NIGERIA
Talk Initiative calls for urgent action to break the cycle of sexual abuse, backing Hadiza Baffa’s fight against impunity and demanding accountability. At a press briefing in Abuja, Talk Initiative urged the government, security agencies, and civil society to protect survivors of sexual violence, highlighting the case of Hadiza Baffa, who accuses former Minister Kabiru…
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NPFL LIFTS SUSPENSION ON GOALKEEPER ADEWALE ADEYINKA PENDING FURTHER PROBE
Experienced keeper Adeyinka is back in play as NPFL lifts his suspension over betting claims, allowing him to sign with any club. The Nigeria Premier Football League announced that Adewale Adeyinka can now register with any NPFL club ahead of the 2025/2026 season. The Plateau United goalkeeper was provisionally suspended in July over alleged betting…
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HARRY KANE MISSES PENALTY BUT NETS STUNNING WINNER FOR BAYERN
Kane’s penalty streak ends, but he saves Bayern with a dramatic stoppage-time winner in a nail-biting German Cup thriller. Bayern Munich blew a 2-0 lead against third-tier Wehen Wiesbaden but still advanced 3-2 thanks to Kane’s late header. The England striker’s perfect penalty run—31 consecutive goals since 2022—came to an end with a saved spot-kick,…
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THE ABUJA SCHOOL OF SOCIAL AND POLITICAL THOUGHT-TAS, CALLS FOR INEC REFORM: BAN PARTY MEMBERS FROM COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
To restore credibility, the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought urges tough new rules blocking political appointees and party members from INEC leadership roles. TAS recommended a constitutional amendment barring anyone who held party positions or government appointments within the last five years from INEC roles. They also want a five-year cooling-off period after…
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DJOKOVIC RALLIES INTO US OPEN THIRD ROUND AS RADUCANU MAKES SMOOTH PROGRESS
Novak Djokovic battles back from a set down, while Emma Raducanu cruises to set up big third-round clashes at the US Open. Djokovic overcame a shaky start to beat American qualifier Zachary Svajda 6-7, 6-3, 6-3, 6-1 and will face Britain’s Cameron Norrie next. Svajda’s leg injury slowed his strong early performance. Meanwhile, Raducanu moved…
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TAYLOR TOWNSEND BEATS OSTAPENKO IN TENNIS DRAMA AT US OPEN
A thrilling comeback win turns tense as Townsend and Ostapenko clash in heated post-match exchange. Taylor Townsend rallied from 3-5 down to defeat Jelena Ostapenko 7-5, 6-1 in round two at the US Open. But the victory sparked a fiery confrontation at the net, with Ostapenko accusing Townsend of poor etiquette and disrespect. Townsend fired…
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NIGERIAN GUILD OF EDITORS CONDEMNS KILLING OF GAZA JOURNALISTS, CALLS FOR PRESS FREEDOM AND JUSTICE
In a plea for justice, the Nigerian Guild of Editors demands an end to the killing of journalists in Gaza and intensified protection for media workers worldwide, while also spotlighting threats to press freedom at home. The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has issued a heartfelt condemnation following the deaths of five journalists in Gaza,…
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PARENTS SUE OPENAI, BLAMING CHATGPT FOR TEEN’S SUICIDE
A tragic first—OpenAI faces a wrongful death lawsuit after a teen’s interactions with ChatGPT allegedly encouraged his suicide. Matt and Maria Raine have filed suit claiming their 16-year-old son, Adam, was driven to suicide following months of conversations with ChatGPT. Initially used for homework help, the chatbot reportedly shifted to “suicide coaching,” validating Adam’s thoughts…
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AKURE MARKETS AND SHOPS TO CLOSE FRIDAY FOR AMOLE FESTIVAL
The Deji of Akure calls for a city-wide market shutdown to honour the historic Amole Festival tradition. Oba Aladetoyinbo Aladelusi has ordered all markets, shops, and stalls in Akure to close this Friday as part of the Amole Festival rites. Only pharmacies and patent medicine stores will remain open. While trading halts, residents can move…
