Ukraine's Massive Drone Attacks on Russia Has Forced Closure of All Major Airports in Moscow

According to a report by the BBC News on Sunday 20 July, 2025, a wave of Ukrainian drone assaults prompted temporary shutdowns of all major airports in Moscow over the weekend, grounding over 140 flights and forcing more than 130 diversions, Russian aviation authorities reported.

Russia’s Ministry of Defence confirmed that since Saturday morning, its forces intercepted over 230 drones across various regions, with 27 reportedly neutralized in Moscow's airspace alone. The Kaluga region, southwest of the capital, also experienced significant disruption after 45 drones were intercepted, prompting a temporary closure of Kaluga International Airport.

Tourism officials indicated that Moscow’s airports faced ten closures within 24 hours, underscoring the scale and frequency of the aerial threats. Despite the turmoil, normal operations have since resumed across the affected airports.

Elsewhere, Ukrainian officials reported that Russian air raids killed at least three civilians overnight. In Donetsk, two individuals lost their lives in separate attacks, while a 78-year-old woman died in Sumy after fires consumed residential buildings.

Ukraine’s military stated it successfully downed 18 of 57 drones launched by Russia overnight, with another seven reportedly neutralized by radar interference. The attacks spanned frontline regions, including Zaporizhzhia, Dnipropetrovsk, Kharkiv, Sumy, and Donetsk.

Amid the rising hostilities, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on Russian television, “President Putin has repeatedly spoken of his desire to bring the Ukrainian settlement to a peaceful conclusion as soon as possible.”

In a countergesture, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky proposed restarting negotiations with Russia, expressing willingness to engage directly with President Putin. While previous efforts failed to establish a ceasefire, both sides have exchanged prisoners in the past.

Support for Ukraine surged following an announcement from U.S. President Donald Trump, who pledged advanced weapon deliveries through NATO allies and warned of severe tariffs against Russia unless a peace deal is struck within 50 days.

Responding to Trump’s declaration, Peskov commented on Sunday: “Everyone has grown accustomed to his [Trump’s] rather harsh and straightforward rhetoric.”

Ukraine Drone Barrage Disrupts Moscow Airports; Flights Canceled

Moscow’s major airports were temporarily shut down after Ukraine launched over 230 drones into Russia, 27 of which targeted the capital. More than 140 flights were canceled and over 130 redirected.

Russia also reported drone strikes in Kaluga, Rostov, Bryansk, and over the Black Sea. Meanwhile, Russian airstrikes killed at least 3 people in Ukraine.
Both sides continue to signal interest in peace talks, but no breakthrough has been made.
Ukraine Drone Barrage Disrupts Moscow Airports; Flights Canceled

Moscow’s major airports were temporarily shut down after Ukraine launched over 230 drones into Russia, 27 of which targeted the capital. More than 140 flights were canceled and over 130 redirected.

Russia also reported drone strikes in Kaluga, Rostov, Bryansk, and over the Black Sea. Meanwhile, Russian airstrikes killed at least 3 people in Ukraine.
Both sides continue to signal interest in peace talks, but no breakthrough has been made

*Nigeria: Lagos protests over university name change*

Students say the name change could damage the university's reputation

30 May 2012

Students in Nigeria's main city of Lagos have been involved in angry protests about the president's decision to change the name of their university.

Hundreds of them blocked a major bridge and other main roads, causing chaos.

The renaming of the University of Lagos to Moshood Abiola University was made without warning on Tuesday.

Abiola, a politician who died in custody during military rule, is seen by many as a hero, but the students say they should have been consulted first.

He won elections in 1993 which were then annulled by the military and he died in prison five years later.

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Kperogi Tenders Public Apology To Former First Lady Aisha Buhari Over His Facebook Post.

Prominent Nigerian academician and columnist, Farooq Kperogi, has tendered an unreserved apology to former First Lady Mrs. Aisha Buhari over a controversial Facebook post he made on July 16, which he now admits caused her significant distress.

The post, titled “Aisha Buhari, Divorce, and Forgiveness Claim,” generated widespread reactions after it suggested a strain in the late President Muhammadu Buhari’s marriage to Aisha Buhari—a claim Kperogi now concedes should never have been made public.

In a remorseful statement, Kperogi described the post as “one of the worst and cruelest lapses of judgment” in his life, admitting it has brought him “unfathomable personal anguish” in recent days.

“Although I absolutely should have foreseen it, I honestly didn’t anticipate the profoundly painful consequences my update would have on Mrs. Aisha Buhari and people closest to her,” he wrote.

While Kperogi maintained that his source for the information remains credible, he accepted full responsibility for making it public, admitting that “not every well-sourced information is for public consumption.”

The former Special Adviser to the First Lady on Public Affairs, Alhaji Sani Zorro, reportedly reached out to Kperogi to question the accuracy of the claims and to affirm on Mrs. Buhari’s behalf that her marriage remained intact until President Buhari’s death.

“I will not contest the particulars and veracity of the information with Alhaji Sani,” Kperogi said. “After all, as the late MKO Abiola memorably said, no one can give you a haircut in your absence.”

He emphasized that Mrs. Buhari reserves the sole right to define and speak to the status of her marriage. “Her truth should be respected as supreme,” he added.

While noting that he had no malicious intent or external influence, Kperogi said he now recognizes that the impact of his disclosure far outweighed its factual basis.

“To Mrs. Aisha Buhari, I offer my heartfelt and unreserved apology for the needless and deeply regrettable hurt I have caused. I am truly sorry,” he concluded.

2 became CEO of GTB
2 became CEO of Access
2 out of the four have departed the world

That's the story of Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, now Chairman of Access Bank; Segun Agbaje, Group CEO of GTBank; the late Herbert Wigwe of Access Bank; and the late Tayo Aderinokun of GTBank—all were successful bankers at the prime of their careers.

Crypto momentum in Congress: three major bills were passed —

CLARITY Act defines the legal standing of digital assets,
Anti-CBDC Act blocks the Fed’s digital dollar,
GENIUS Act introduces a stablecoin framework.

GENIUS is expected to be signed by the president soon.

FROM SCREEN QUEEN TO HEARTBREAK: Geneviève Nnaji’s Tearful Exit Shocks Nollywood & Ghana
https://southtodayy.com/binhhtv/genevieve-nnaji-bvvv/
Just when fans thought they’d seen it all in the world of African cinema, a crushing wave of sorrow has hit Nollywood like a freight train. One of the continent’s most beloved film icons—Geneviève Nnaji, remembered by millions for her unforgettable role in Blood Sister—has reportedly reached a devastating turning point. Whispers of silence, rumors of illness, and heartbreaking signs of withdrawal have all come to a head, leaving fans in Ghana, Nigeria, and across the globe asking one gut-wrenching question: what really happened to Geneviève Nnaji? The truth behind her tragic disappearance is more painful than anyone expected.
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FROM SCREEN QUEEN TO HEARTBREAK: Geneviève Nnaji’s Tearful Exit Shocks Nollywood & Ghana
https://southtodayy.com/binhhtv/genevieve-nnaji-bvvv/
Just when fans thought they’d seen it all in the world of African cinema, a crushing wave of sorrow has hit Nollywood like a freight train. One of the continent’s most beloved film icons—Geneviève Nnaji, remembered by millions for her unforgettable role in Blood Sister—has reportedly reached a devastating turning point. Whispers of silence, rumors of illness, and heartbreaking signs of withdrawal have all come to a head, leaving fans in Ghana, Nigeria, and across the globe asking one gut-wrenching question: what really happened to Geneviève Nnaji? The truth behind her tragic disappearance is more painful than anyone expected.
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*HUMBLE BEGINNINGS*

I was flogged by my father for doing music – Wizkid
I was impregnated at 17, during my secondary school days – Genevieve Nnaji
I didn't even complete my university education – Bill Gates
I once sold plantain – Inetimi Odon (Timaya)
I used to serve tea at a shop to support my football training – Lionel Messi
I slept under the bridge in Lagos – Ramsey Noah
I sold rat poison – Patrick Okorie (Patoranking)
I was an unwanted baby, my mother almost aborted me – Cristiano Ronaldo
I was formerly a maid – Mercy Johnson
My family was so poor that even poor people called us poor – Pastor E.A. Adeboye
I was once a bus conductor – Atunyota Akpobome (Ali Baba)
When I remember my past, it was poverty. When I pass on the road, people usually laugh at me – Duncan Mighty
I was in the university for 9 years – Ayo Makun (AY)
I was a school dropout – Mark Zuckerberg
I grew up in a slum at Ajegunle – John Asiemo (Daddy Showkey)
I begged for a chance to perform on stage for free for just 5 minutes, but I wasn't given the chance – Francis Agoda (I Go Dye)
I once had no shoes – Goodluck Jonathan
I was rejected from birth by my father because he didn't want a girl – Chika Ike
I got pregnant when I was in SS3 and was banned from singing in church choir – Aituaje Iruobe (Waje)
My family was the poorest in my village; I sold firewood, I was a butcher and also a hairdresser – John Okafor (Mr Ibu)

When you hear people's story just like the ones above, what do you think?
WHAT’S YOUR STORY?

Life will always give you 1,001 reasons to give up, but PLEASE DON'T!
Keep your head up, guard your peace, and stay joyful.

Just Believe in God, and everything will be fine!

My way of saying GOOD MORNING, great people!!!

Happy weekend!!!

The Tale of Alaafin Ajaka and Sango: A Story of Brotherhood, Power, and Legacy in Yoruba History

The Beginning: Ajaka’s Peaceful Reign

In the early history of the Oyo Empire, two royal brothers—Ajaka and Sango—would leave a lasting imprint on Yoruba culture, history, and mythology. Both were sons of Oranyan, the founder of the Oyo Empire and a descendant of Oduduwa, the legendary progenitor of the Yoruba people.
Ajaka, the elder of the two, inherited the throne of Oyo as Alaafin (king). He was known for his calm, diplomatic, and non-aggressive nature. Unlike many of his predecessors who expanded their territory through warfare and power politics, Ajaka chose to rule through peace, tolerance, and dialogue. He emphasized internal development, peaceful coexistence with neighbors, and restraint in conflict.
However, his peaceful disposition was not well received in a time when strength, military might, and fear were key instruments of governance. His preference for peace was seen by many warriors and chiefs as a weakness, and this sentiment began to grow among the influential Oyo Mesi—the council of kingmakers tasked with keeping the Alaafin in check.

The Dethronement of Ajaka

Tension eventually boiled over when Ajaka refused to respond aggressively to provocations from surrounding kingdoms, especially the powerful Owu kingdom. When he avoided military confrontation with Owu and instead sought peaceful negotiation, the Oyo Mesi perceived this as a betrayal of Oyo’s warrior heritage and military dominance.
The Oyo Mesi, led by Bashorun (the head of the council), used their constitutional power to dethrone Ajaka, sending him into exile. His removal was seen as a corrective measure to restore the authority and reputation of the Oyo throne.
In his place, the council sought someone with a fiery and commanding presence—Ajaka’s younger brother, Sango, who had been building a name for himself in Nupe country.

The Rise of Sango

Sango was everything Ajaka was not. Where Ajaka was calm and diplomatic, Sango was bold, impulsive, and strong-willed. Trained as a warrior and rumored to possess supernatural powers, he had become famous for his magical control of lightning and thunder. He was charismatic, fearless, and deeply respected by military leaders.
When he took the throne, Sango launched campaigns of expansion, reasserting Oyo’s dominance. Under his rule, Oyo’s military power grew, and he appointed great generals such as Timi Agbale Olofa-Ina and Gbonka, who were instrumental in enforcing Sango's authority.
But while Sango’s military might restored the glory of the Oyo Empire, his fiery temper and growing pride became his downfall. According to legend, Sango’s magical powers, which he used to call down thunder, accidentally caused a fire that consumed part of his palace. In one version of the tale, he was overcome by guilt and shame and hung himself. In another, he disappeared into the heavens, transforming into an Orisha (deity)—thus becoming the god of thunder and lightning in the Yoruba religion.

Ajaka's Return to the Throne

After Sango’s mysterious and tragic end, the Oyo Mesi, now more cautious, looked to the past for stability. They recalled Ajaka from exile and offered him the throne once again, making him one of the very few monarchs in Yoruba history to rule twice.
This time, Ajaka returned not as a soft ruler, but as a wiser and more assertive king. He had learned from the past and chose to balance peace with strength. While still diplomatic, he no longer tolerated insubordination or external threats without consequence. His second reign was marked by moderation, growth, and a restored sense of unity in the empire.

Legacy and Significance

The story of Ajaka and Sango is more than a tale of two brothers—it is a study in the contrast between peaceful diplomacy and militaristic power, between restraint and aggression, between myth and history.
Sango’s deification and Ajaka’s rare return to the throne show how Yoruba culture weaves human leadership with spiritual symbolism, highlighting that no ruler is perfect, and no form of leadership is absolute. Ajaka’s patience and evolution into a more assertive king suggest that wisdom sometimes lies in waiting, while Sango’s fiery rise and divine transformation reflect the power of passion and destiny.

What Do You Know About This Story?

This account is drawn from a blend of oral history, myth, and recorded tradition. Different regions and families may tell it differently. Some say Sango never died but became a god. Others say Ajaka ruled for many more years in peace. What version have you heard?
What do you know about the story of Ajaka and Sango? What lessons do you think it teaches about leadership, power, and legacy in Yoruba history?

*BISHOP ABIOYE LED CONQUERORS GLOBAL ASSEMBLY LAUNCHES HER YOUTH MINISTRY.*

*Named Conquerors Youth Network
*First Major Program “Worship and Praise Night” Tagged “JUDAH” to hold on the 1st of August 2025.

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