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By Boluwatife Kehinde Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen has been ruled out of Tuesday’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa in Bloemfontein after sustaining an injury during the win over Rwanda. The 26-year-old forward limped off midway through the first half following a challenge, and subsequent medical checks confirmed he would not travel with the squad. Super Eagles Media Officer Promise Efoghe disclosed that the team doctor diagnosed a chin bruise, which left the striker in discomfort on Sunday morning. READ ALSO: Osimhen agrees permanent transfer to Galatasaray Osimhen’s absence represents a major setback for Nigeria. With 26 goals…

By Eniola Amadu  A federal judge in California has ruled that the Donald Trump administration acted unlawfully in attempting to end temporary legal protections for more than 1 million people from Haiti and Venezuela who have been living and working in the United States under a humanitarian program. The decision, issued by US district judge Edward Chen in San Francisco, preserves the immigration status of roughly 600,000 Venezuelans whose protections had either expired in April or were set to expire on 10 September. Haitians with the same protections also benefit from the ruling. Chen found that the Department of Homeland…

By Eniola Amadu  Former US president Joe Biden has begun the process of building his presidential library in his home state of Delaware, setting up a governance board of former aides, allies and longtime friends to spearhead fundraising and planning for the legacy project. The Joe and Jill Biden Foundation last week approved a 13-member board that will steer the effort. Among them are former secretary of state Antony Blinken, Biden’s trusted adviser Steve Ricchetti, and Rufus Gifford, a veteran Democratic fundraiser tapped to chair the board. The group faces the task of financing a museum and archive that will…

By Eniola Amadu Former US Surgeon General Jerome Adams has urged President Donald Trump to dismiss Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr, warning that his vaccine policies are “endangering America” and undermining public health. In an interview with CNN on Saturday, Adams, who served as surgeon general under Trump from 2017 to 2021, said Kennedy’s restrictions on access to Covid-19 vaccines threatened lives and placed minority communities at particular risk. When asked directly if Trump should remove his health secretary, Adams replied: “I absolutely believe that he should, for the sake of the nation.” READ ALSO: Trump to attend US Open…

By Eniola Amadu Labour’s largest union backer has warned that Keir Starmer is at risk of pushing workers towards Nigel Farage’s Reform UK, accusing the party of failing to protect oil and gas jobs and of watering down key pledges on employment rights. Sharon Graham, general secretary of Unite, said Labour’s retreat on plans to ban exploitative zero-hours contracts and “fire-and-rehire” practices had left many voters feeling “duped.” Speaking ahead of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) conference, she warned that Labour had just one year to change course or risk losing union members’ support to rival parties. READ ALSO: Labour MP…

By Ismaeel Aleem  The Lagos chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has sharply criticised former presidential candidate Peter Obi, accusing him of habitual knee-jerk reactions to national issues. The rebuke comes in response to Obi’s recent comments on President Bola Tinubu’s private vacation, which the APC deems unwarranted and politically motivated. In a statement issued on Saturday, APC spokesperson Mogaji Seye Oladejo labeled Obi as a “professional complainer-in-chief,” urging the Labour Party leader to adopt a more constructive approach to opposition politics. READ ALSO: APC names Bassey Otu head of 2025 Anambra campaign council Obi had linked Tinubu’s vacation to…

By Ismaeel Aleem  Aminu Tambuwal, former governor of Sokoto State and a prominent figure in Nigeria’s opposition politics, has firmly dismissed assertions that the Alliance for Democracy and Change (ADC) is a “Northern agenda.” Speaking on Channels Television yesterday, Tambuwal emphasised the coalition’s national character, presenting it as a broad-based alliance aimed at unseating the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. His remarks came amid growing speculation about opposition realignments following the 2023 polls, where Labour Party’s Peter Obi emerged as a strong contender. READ ALSO: Tambuwal: Tinubu destabilising opposition, can’t beat united front in 2027 Tambuwal,…

By Boluwatife Kehinde World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has described his upcoming US Open final clash with Carlos Alcaraz as a “special” occasion, as the two young rivals prepare to renew their gripping rivalry on Sunday in New York. The 24-year-old Italian powered into his fifth straight Grand Slam final after defeating Félix Auger-Aliassime 6-1, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the semifinals. Sinner’s journey to the championship match has been marked by dominance in the early rounds, a masterful serving display to dismiss compatriot Lorenzo Musetti in the quarterfinals, and a resilient four-set victory over Auger-Aliassime. READ ALSO: Trump to attend US…

By Ismaeel Aleem  The All Progressives Congress (APC) has inaugurated Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu as Chairman of its National Campaign Council for the 2025 Anambra State Governorship Election. The ceremony, held at the National Working Committee (NWC) Hall of the APC National Secretariat in Abuja, underscored the party’s push to consolidate its influence in the South-East ahead of the crucial November poll. READ ALSO: Osun 2026: PDP accuses police of favouring APC, demands neutrality Party insiders described the move as pivotal for mobilising resources and rallying support for the APC’s yet-to-be-announced candidate in Anambra, where the party has made…

By Ismaeel Aleem  The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called for a national rebirth and urged Nigerians to resist any moves toward totalitarianism in a press statement issued to mark this year’s Eid-el Maulud, the celebration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Mohammed (SAW). The party emphasised the need for unity and divine guidance in addressing the country’s challenges, while sharply criticising the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led government for its policies, which it claims have deepened hardship and insecurity across Nigeria. In the statement, signed by Debo Ologunagba, the PDP’s National Publicity Secretary, the party congratulated Nigerians, particularly the…