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By Ismaeel Aleem The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has described former presidential candidate, Dele Momodu, as a “serial political tourist” who lacks the credentials to offer strategic counsel that would defeat President Bola Tinubu in 2027. This remark was made while countering Momodu’s claim that the opposition should play the ethnic and religious cards. The spokesman of the party, Seye Oladejo, said the politics of ethnicity can’t defeat Tinubu’s performance. In a statement he signed on Saturday, Seye said the party is aware of the characteristic amusement, from “serial political tourist, Dele Momodu, who has…

By Sakariyah, Ridwanullah  Once again, Nigeria’s academic landscape is disrupted. On Sunday, October 12, 2025, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) declared a two-week warning strike, citing government inaction on long-pending issues. According to a report by Vanguard Newspaper, ASUU’s National President, Professor Chris Piwuna, announced that the union would “withdraw their services with effect from midnight on Monday, 13 October 2025.” Piwuna gave a clear warning that if the government failed to act after the warning period, the union would escalate to a total, comprehensive strike. He criticized the government’s response to its prior ultimatum, declaring, “It is…

By Sakariyah, Ridwanullah  If you take a walk through any major Nigerian city today, say Lagos, Port Harcourt, Abuja and others, it is almost impossible to miss the massive banners, posters, and billboards announcing church crusades, miracle nights, or “prophetic encounters.” These are the visible footprints of Nigeria’s booming Pentecostal movement, where spiritual leadership and celebrity culture increasingly intertwine. In this same Nigeria, you’ll see pastors with millions of social-media followers and megachurch founders with global audiences. And you’re compelled to ask: “What has religion turned to? An instrument of fame or a tool for amassing wealth? Religion in Nigeria…

Boluwatife Kehinde ‎ ‎Nigeria’s Super Eagles have made significant progress in the latest FIFA Men’s World Rankings, jumping four places from 45th to 41st globally. The rankings, released on Friday by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), reflect the national team’s improved form and recent successes on the pitch. ‎ ‎This rise also sees the Super Eagles secure a spot among Africa’s elite, moving into the top five football nations on the continent. Nigeria now trails only Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, and Algeria in the African rankings, a notable accomplishment that signals a return to form for the three-time African…

By Ismaeel Aleem  The Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF), comprising governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has pledged to enhance collaboration between federal and state governments to bolster governance and development across Nigeria. This resolution was outlined in a communiqué issued on 17 October 2025, following a two-day meeting in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, as announced by the forum’s chairman, Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State. The gathering, which convened APC governors from across the country, focused on addressing Nigeria’s socio-economic challenges and evaluating the role of states in advancing national development. READ ALSO: APC national chair arrives Kebbi for PGF…

Boluwatife Kehinde ‎ ‎Chelsea’s hopes of climbing the Premier League table have taken a major hit, with manager Enzo Maresca confirming that Cole Palmer will be sidelined for at least another six weeks. ‎ ‎The 23-year-old midfielder, who has quickly become a standout performer since his move from Manchester City, hasn’t featured for the Blues since limping off early in the first half of their 2-1 loss to Manchester United on September 20. ‎ ‎Initially, Maresca had expressed optimism that Palmer would return shortly after the October international break. However, speaking to the media on Friday, he admitted that the…

By Eniola Amadu A Scottish charity has called for the suspension of a General Practitioner (GP) accused of harassing a rape survivor online. Dr Andrew McFarlane, 61, is facing communications charges after he allegedly used social media to target Ellie Wilson, who was raped by his son Daniel McFarlane in 2017–2018. In a series of posts on X, the GP called Ms Wilson a “manipulative liar,” “slut,” and “hippo.” Dr McFarlane was arrested and charged in August, but despite complaints from Rape Crisis Scotland, he remains free to practise in NHS Highland. The charity said he had caused Ms Wilson…

By Eniola Amadu Only half of the £200m needed to settle the long-delayed pay award for healthcare workers in Northern Ireland has been found, according to Stormont’s Health Minister Mike Nesbitt. The revelation has cast doubt on earlier claims by First Minister Michelle O’Neill, who said the minister had “found” £100m to help resolve the pay dispute, with the executive agreeing to provide the remaining £100m on Thursday. The delay in finalising this year’s pay deal had pushed nurses and other health workers to consider strike action, amid growing frustration over the failure to align Northern Ireland’s pay awards with…

By Eniola Amadu Top political leaders from Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland are meeting on Friday for a session of the North-South Ministerial Council (NSMC), an institution designed to foster cooperation between Dublin and Stormont under the Good Friday Agreement. Northern Ireland’s First Minister Michelle O’Neill and Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly are attending alongside Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Tánaiste Simon Harris. The council meeting comes just a week after the Irish government announced fresh funding for cross-border projects in its 2025 budget, reflecting a continued commitment to joint initiatives between the two jurisdictions. Despite the agenda…

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) said the injections will be available in NHS sexual health clinics in the coming months.