News 17 May 2025 - BenriNews

17 May 2025

Osimhen Makes History: Breaks Jardel's Record as Galatasaray Clinches Turkish Cup

Sports

| 17-05-2025

Osimhen Makes History: Breaks Jardel's Record as Galatasaray Clinches Turkish Cup

Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has etched his name in Galatasaray's history books after scoring twice in the Turkish Cup final against Trabzonspor, breaking Mario Jardel's long-standing goa

'Money is Everything': Omah Lay Opens Up About Depression Recovery Journey

Entertainment

| 17-05-2025

'Money is Everything': Omah Lay Opens Up About Depression Recovery Journey

Nigerian singer Omah Lay shares insights on his healing journey from depression, declaring 'money is everything' while hinting at his upcoming sophomore album 'Clarity Of Mind'.

Davido Reveals Bright Chimezie Inspired 'With You' Collaboration with Omah Lay

Entertainment

| 17-05-2025

Davido Reveals Bright Chimezie Inspired 'With You' Collaboration with Omah Lay

Afrobeats star Davido has disclosed that his hit song 'With You' featuring Omah Lay from his new album '5ive' was inspired by veteran highlife singer Bright Chimezie's classic 'Because of En

Minister Tuggar Denies Clash With Bauchi Deputy Governor, Says Governor Mohammed Threatened Him

Politics

| 17-05-2025

Minister Tuggar Denies Clash With Bauchi Deputy Governor, Says Governor Mohammed Threatened Him

Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar has clarified that his recent altercation was with Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, not the deputy governor as previously reported in the media.

Ola Aina Set to Sign New Long-Term Contract with Nottingham Forest

Sports

| 17-05-2025

Ola Aina Set to Sign New Long-Term Contract with Nottingham Forest

Nigerian international Ola Aina is close to extending his stay at Nottingham Forest with a new long-term deal, despite previous transfer speculation linking him with a move away from the clu

APC Not Pushing for One-Party State in Nigeria, Says Felix Morka

Politics

| 17-05-2025

APC Not Pushing for One-Party State in Nigeria, Says Felix Morka

APC National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka has clarified that the ruling party has no intention of turning Nigeria into a one-party state despite recent defections from opposition parties.

Jigawa No Longer Safe Haven for Criminals, Warns New NSCDC Commandant

Crime

| 17-05-2025

Jigawa No Longer Safe Haven for Criminals, Warns New NSCDC Commandant

Newly appointed NSCDC Commandant in Jigawa State, Bala Bawa Bodinga, issues stern warning to criminals while parading suspects arrested for cattle rustling and cable vandalism within his fir

NGX Extends Bullish Run as Investors Gain N186 Billion in Wednesday Trading

Business

| 17-05-2025

NGX Extends Bullish Run as Investors Gain N186 Billion in Wednesday Trading

The Nigerian Exchange Limited continued its impressive bullish trend on Wednesday as market capitalization rose by N186 billion to close at N68.543 trillion, driven by strong buying interest

Nigeria's Industrialization Struggles Linked to Oil Dependence, Says AfDB Advisor

Business

| 17-05-2025

Nigeria's Industrialization Struggles Linked to Oil Dependence, Says AfDB Advisor

Professor Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka, Special Advisor to the AfDB President, identifies overreliance on oil exports and lack of economic diversification as key factors hindering Nigeria's indus

Peter Obi Praises JAMB's Oloyede for Admitting UTME Errors, Calls for Stronger Institutions

Education

| 17-05-2025

Peter Obi Praises JAMB's Oloyede for Admitting UTME Errors, Calls for Stronger Institutions

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has commended JAMB Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede for admitting technical errors in the 2025 UTME results while highlighting the fragility of Nigeria's