News 17 May 2025 - BenriNews

17 May 2025

Mismanagement, Political Interference Led to Sunshine Stars' Relegation - Ex-ODSFA Chair

Sports

| 17-05-2025

Mismanagement, Political Interference Led to Sunshine Stars' Relegation - Ex-ODSFA Chair

Former ODSFA Chairman Akin Akinbobola blames mediocrity, misplaced priorities, and political interference for the relegation of Ondo State-owned football clubs from Nigeria's top divisions.

EFCC Arraigns Alhaji Abba Umar in Maiduguri Over N1.6 Million Land Fraud Case

Crime

| 17-05-2025

EFCC Arraigns Alhaji Abba Umar in Maiduguri Over N1.6 Million Land Fraud Case

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arraigned Alhaji Abba Umar before Justice Aisha Kumaliya in Maiduguri for allegedly selling a land document valued at ₦1.6 million without th

Backlash Erupts as Benue State University Renamed to Moses Orshio Adasu University

Education

| 17-05-2025

Backlash Erupts as Benue State University Renamed to Moses Orshio Adasu University

Students, alumni, and the public have expressed strong criticism following the renaming of Benue State University to Reverend Father Moses Orshio Adasu University, citing concerns over ident

Edo Government Demolishes House Linked to Kidnapping Gang, Suspect Confesses

Crime

| 17-05-2025

Edo Government Demolishes House Linked to Kidnapping Gang, Suspect Confesses

The Edo State Government has demolished a property in Benin City belonging to an Italy-based woman after her brother confessed to using the premises for kidnapping operations in the state.

Akwa Ibom Lawmakers Call for Urgent Security Intervention in Oku Iboku Crisis

Politics

| 17-05-2025

Akwa Ibom Lawmakers Call for Urgent Security Intervention in Oku Iboku Crisis

Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has urged the state government to address the escalating boundary crisis between Oku Iboku and Ikot Offiong communities following recent attacks that left t

EFCC Presents Final Witness in N3.1bn Fraud Case Against Ex-Benue Governor Suswam

Politics

| 17-05-2025

EFCC Presents Final Witness in N3.1bn Fraud Case Against Ex-Benue Governor Suswam

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has presented its final witness in the ongoing N3.1 billion fraud trial of former Benue State Governor, Gabriel Suswam, at the Federal High Court

South-East Will Only Give Tinubu 5% Votes in 2027, Says Njiko Igbo Forum

Politics

| 17-05-2025

South-East Will Only Give Tinubu 5% Votes in 2027, Says Njiko Igbo Forum

Njiko Igbo Forum has rejected Governor Soludo's endorsement of President Tinubu for 2027, stating the South-East will only give him 5% of votes, citing unfulfilled promises and nepotistic ap

Three Armed Robbery Suspects Arraigned for Terrorizing Modibbo Adama University

Crime

| 17-05-2025

Three Armed Robbery Suspects Arraigned for Terrorizing Modibbo Adama University

Three armed robbery suspects have been arraigned in Yola for allegedly terrorizing Modibbo Adama University community, stealing laptops and smartphones valued at N2.5 million from students.

Flying Eagles Coach Zubairu Sets Sights on AFCON Trophy After World Cup Qualification

Sports

| 17-05-2025

Flying Eagles Coach Zubairu Sets Sights on AFCON Trophy After World Cup Qualification

Nigeria's U-20 team coach Aliyu Zubairu has revealed his ambition to win the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations following the Flying Eagles' qualification for the World Cup, ahead of their semi

UK Hails Nigeria as 'Increasingly Investible' Market, Cites Economic Reforms

Business

| 17-05-2025

UK Hails Nigeria as 'Increasingly Investible' Market, Cites Economic Reforms

British High Commissioner Richard Montgomery praises Nigeria's economic reforms under President Tinubu's administration, highlighting stable naira and rising foreign exchange reserves as key