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Ismaeel Aleem A faction within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bauchi State, dubbed the APC Credibility Forum, has launched early consultations to forge a consensus governorship candidate for the 2027 elections, aiming to avert past internal rifts. The initiative was announced by the Forum’s Acting Chairman, Dan’Umma Bello, following an emergency stakeholders’ meeting in Bauchi. Bello emphasised the need to unite key party figures to prevent divisions that previously undermined the party’s electoral performance. “Whilst the party boasts five robust aspirants, our emphasis lies on unity, coordination, and selecting a candidate who embodies the membership’s shared aspirations,” Bello stated.…

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Eniola Amadu The Education Minister of Northern Ireland, Paul Givan, will face a vote of no confidence at the Stormont in relation to his recent visit to Israel. The motion was initiated by People Before Profit member – Gerry Carroll, and is backed by the Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP) member, Alliance and Sinn Féin. Despite this, the motion is expected to fail as a result of its requirements which cuts across support from the unionists and nationalists in the assembly. Speaking on their position, the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP), Ulster Unionist Party (UPP) and Traditional Unionist Voice (TUV)…

By Sakariyah, Ridwanullah  In the buzzing professional world in Nigerian cities, the 21st-century Nigerian woman faces a choice: what name will she answer to after marriage? Many professionals are now using a hyphenated surname to keep the professional reputation they built, with a view to preserving their “brand” while acknowledging their new family. Yet, this modern approach stands alongside the traditional path where women fully adopt their husband’s surname, which often leads to unexpected career roadblocks. This tension between preserving a career identity and honouring cultural expectations defines a complex cultural conversation in Nigeria today. This choice, whether to change,…

By Sakariyah, Ridwanullah  In the burgeoning community of Mowe, Obafemi Owode, Ogun State, the contrast between generations is playing out in the most personal way: marriage. Ayanleke Samson, a 28-year-old boutique shop owner, recently made a personal decision for a monogamous union with his fiancée. This decision was a direct pushback against the strong, decades-long tradition set by his grandfather, Pa Ayanleke, who managed a household of three wives in their ancestral village, same as his father. “My father’s generation was about expanding the family labour force,” Samason explains. “But for me, with the current price of a bag of…

By Jeremiah Aminu Recently, there has been a surge of interest regarding the impact of microplastics on the ecosystem, environment, and human health. Interestingly, focus has centred around the hazardous impacts that microplastics pose to the health and well-being of humans. However, before proceeding with this, it is essential to, first of all, understand what microplastics are. Microplastics, a consequence of plastic pollution, are plastic particles that originate from the gradual breakdown of larger plastic products. According to ScienceDirect, they are “small plastic particles less than 5 mm in size, generated during the decomposition of waste plastics and commonly found…

By Jeremiah Aminu Since 2020, there has been a surge of military coups across Africa in an attempt to install military Heads of States and displace corrupt political leaders in democratic regimes who practice “democrazy” (government against the people) rather than “democracy” (government for the people). So far, there have been nine successful coup attempts associated with a variety of reasons for their initiation. Insecurity, for instance, serves as one of the factors for the recent coup wave. In this regard, one can reference the 2022 coup in Burkina Faso which engendered the reign of Ibrahim Traoré due to the…

By Jeremiah Aminu  The Nigerian educational system is one that is in a dire state. This is traceable to plaguing issues that cut across inadequate funding, staff misconduct, poor infrastructural facilities, outdated curricula, and many other pressing problems. These challenges exist across the different educational levels within the country—the primary, secondary, and tertiary levels. The Nigerian tertiary educational system, in particular, is riddled with similar burning issues that hamper its development. Some of them encompass strike actions, administrative corruption, brain drain, and inadequate funding, all of which continue to prey on the Nigerian tertiary educational system. One may now want…

Boluwatife Kehinde ‎ ‎As the Super Eagles intensify preparations for their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, the team has officially opened camp in Rabat, Morocco. ‎ ‎By Sunday, ten players had already reported to camp as Nigeria kicked off final preparations for their crucial CAF playoff fixtures. ‎ ‎The Super Eagles will take on Gabon in their opening playoff clash on Thursday. A victory would set up a decisive encounter against either Cameroon or the Democratic Republic of Congo on November 16, also in Morocco’s capital. ‎ ‎This playoff stage offers African nations another opportunity to qualify for the 2026…

Boluwatife Kehinde ‎ ‎Following incidents of violence during Katsina United’s 1-1 draw with Barau FC on Saturday, the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has imposed a ₦9.5 million fine on Katsina United, ordered a points deduction, and shut down the Sani Abacha Stadium indefinitely. ‎ ‎In a statement released on Sunday, the NPFL charged Katsina United with failing to provide adequate security, failing to control their supporters, and allowing unauthorized individuals access to restricted areas. The statement added that fans threw harmful objects onto the pitch, leading to injuries sustained by Barau FC players. ‎ ‎“The club failed to ensure…