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By Ismaeel Aleem The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Monday defended the legality of the recently conducted local government elections in Rivers State, dismissing claims of illegality and accusing sections of the media of spreading misinformation due to poor research. Speaking at a media parley, Wike insisted that the elections were held in line with constitutional provisions and presidential powers under emergency rule. READ ALSO: Wike knocks El-Rufai’s 2027 maths, warns PDP convention at risk He expressed frustration with media coverage, citing in particular a television segment he had watched before voting on Saturday. “The problem…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Bayern Munich have finalised an agreement with Chelsea to sign striker Nicolas Jackson on loan with a mandatory purchase clause, just hours before the summer transfer window closes. The deal involves a €16.5 million loan fee and an obligation to buy in 2026, after Chelsea pushed for improved terms. Jackson has already agreed on a five-year contract with the German champions. READ ALSO: Chelsea demand £100m for Jackson amid transfer frenzy Negotiations accelerated after Chelsea recalled Sunderland loanee Marc Guiu, reopening the path for talks. The Blues are also set to benefit from stronger terms than the earlier…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Bayer Leverkusen have dismissed Erik ten Hag after only two Bundesliga matches in charge, the club confirmed on Monday. The Dutch manager, appointed in the summer, failed to secure a win during his short spell. His final outing was a dramatic 3-3 draw against 10-man Werder Bremen, following a 2-1 home defeat to Hoffenheim on the opening weekend. READ ALSO: Erik Ten Hag bids farewell to Manchester United, wishing Trophies and Glory Although Leverkusen thrashed fourth-tier Sonnenhof Großaspach 4-0 in the DFB-Pokal first round, the result did little to ease concerns. Ten Hag moved to Germany after being…

By Ismaeel Aleem  Vice President Kashim Shettima has hailed the ongoing three-day official visit of Colombian Vice President Francia Márquez as a pivotal moment for Nigeria-Colombia relations, describing it as a gateway to a new era of diplomatic and economic collaboration. Speaking at a Gala Dinner held in honour of Márquez at the Presidential Villa on Sunday night, Shettima emphasised that the visit signifies a “fraternal union” poised to foster deeper political cooperation, bolder economic ventures, and richer cultural exchanges between the two nations. READ ALSO: Shettima: FG to unlock Nigeria’s geo-heritage potential Márquez, accompanied by her spouse, Rafael Pinillo Ocoró,…

By Ismaeel Aleem  Leaders and residents of Enugu East Senatorial District have unanimously endorsed Governor Peter Mbah as their sole candidate for the 2027 governorship election, advising politicians against contesting to avoid wasting resources. The decision was announced in a communique titled “One Good Turn Deserves Another” at the end of a town hall meeting held at the International Conference Centre, Enugu yesterday. READ ALSO: Police arrest trafficking suspects, rescue two teenagers in Enugu The communique, supported by a diverse group of thought leaders, political figures, professionals, youth, women, traditional rulers, and market leaders, emphasised a non-partisan stance, declaring, “Our political…

By Eniola Amadu  Abu Obeida, the spokesman for Hamas’s armed wing, has been killed in an Israeli air strike in Gaza City, according to Israel. Defence Minister Israel Katz congratulated the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Israel’s security agency, Shin Bet, for what he described on X as a “flawless execution.” The IDF had earlier said its aircraft struck “a key terrorist” in the al-Rimal neighbourhood on Saturday, sparking speculation that Obeida was the target. READ ALSO: Group vows revenge as Israeli airstrike in Sanaa kills Houthi PM, ministers Hamas has not confirmed his death. The Palestinian group said dozens of…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Defending Premier League champions Liverpool left it late at Anfield to secure a hard-fought 1-0 win over Arsenal, preserving their perfect start to the season thanks to a stunning strike from Dominik Szoboszlai. Arsenal suffered an early setback when William Saliba limped off just four minutes in, with Cristhian Mosquera coming on for only his second appearance in red and white. Despite the disruption, the visitors looked more threatening in the first half. Their best chance fell to Noni Madueke, who pounced on a loose ball from a corner and forced Alisson into a sharp save. READ…

By Eniola Amadu  The UK has struck a landmark £10bn deal to supply Norway’s navy with at least five new Type 26 frigates, in what the Ministry of Defence (MoD) described as the country’s “biggest ever warship export deal by value.” The agreement, hailed by Oslo as its largest defence capability investment to date, will support 4,000 UK jobs well into the 2030s, including more than 2,000 at BAE Systems’ Glasgow shipyards where the ships will be built. READ ALSO: Heathrow sponsors reform UK conference as big business backs Farage’s rise Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer welcomed the announcement, calling it…

By Ismaeel Aleem  President Bola Tinubu has extended warm felicitations to the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Matthew Kukah, on the occasion of his 73rd birthday. He commended his significant contributions to Nigeria’s democratic journey and national reconciliation. READ ALSO: Adeyanju vows to vote for Tinubu over Obi in 2027 In a statement released by the Presidency, Tinubu praised the cleric for his unwavering commitment to fostering peace, justice, and interfaith harmony in the country. The President highlighted Bishop Kukah’s pivotal role in shaping Nigeria’s democratic landscape, particularly through his advocacy for national dialogue and electoral reforms. “Bishop Kukah has been…

By Ismaeel Aleem The federal government, FG, has inaugurated the governing boards and management teams of three newly established regional development commissions for the South-South, South-West and North-Central regions. The inauguration, held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja, marked a major milestone in advancing President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, designed to promote national stability and drive economic growth through targeted regional development. Presiding over the ceremony, the Minister of Regional Development, Abubakar Momoh, underscored the boards’ critical responsibility to deliver results that directly benefit citizens. READ ALSO: Nigerians fume as FG hikes passport charges again He urged the…