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By Ismaeel Aleem  Former lawmaker Bimbo Daramola has declared that Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji remains unperturbed by fellow All Progressives Congress (APC) aspirant Kayode Ojo ahead of the party’s primary election scheduled for October 27, 2025. Addressing journalists in Ado-Ekiti on Sunday, Daramola dismissed rumours that Oyebanji barred cabinet members and local government chairmen from engaging with Ojo and other aspirants, describing the governor as a committed democrat. Daramola, who represented Ekiti North Federal Constituency 1, refuted claims of discord within the APC, asserting that Oyebanji is poised to secure the party’s nomination without any crisis. READ ALSO: Oyebanji reveals…

By Eniola Amadu Britain, Canada and Australia have recognised a Palestinian state, joining more than 140 countries worldwide in a move aimed at advancing a two-state solution. The coordinated decision, announced on Sunday, comes against the backdrop of Israel’s nearly two-year war in Gaza following the October 2023 Hamas attack. Leaders of the three Western nations, historically close allies of Israel, said their recognition was driven by frustration over the conflict’s humanitarian toll and the need to revive prospects for peace. READ ALSO: Albanese faces US backlash over plan to recognise Palestinian state British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, speaking in London,…

By Eniola Amadu  California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new law prohibiting law enforcement officers from wearing masks while on duty, except in cases involving riot gear, medical reasons, or undercover assignments. Newsom, a Democrat and outspoken critic of President Donald Trump, described the law as the first of its kind in the United States. He argued that masked detentions create “a climate of authoritarianism,” undermining transparency and accountability. “That’s Trump’s America,” he said at the signing ceremony in Los Angeles. READ ALSO: Police arrest robber who shot, dispossessed businessman of jewelry The legislation, named the No Secret Police Act,…

By Eniola Amadu  U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified pressure on Attorney General Pam Bondi to file criminal charges against several of his political opponents, even as he later expressed support for her leadership at the Justice Department. In a series of posts on social media, Trump directly addressed Bondi, citing dozens of public complaints that the Justice Department had not acted swiftly on investigations involving prominent Democrats and critics of his administration. “Pam: I have reviewed over 30 statements and posts saying that, essentially, ‘same old story as last time, all talk, no action. Nothing is being done. What…

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Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has praised the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State for the successful conduct of its local government congresses across the state’s 16 councils, describing the exercise as a testament to the party’s commitment to inclusiveness, fairness, and internal democracy. In a statement issued on Sunday, September 21, 2025, by his Press Officer on Local Matters, Abdulganiyu Abdulqadir, Saraki said the congresses positioned the PDP as a credible alternative to restore good governance in Kwara and Nigeria. Saraki highlighted the maturity and responsibility displayed by delegates, aspirants, and party stakeholders during the congresses, noting that…

By Eniola Amadu  Authorities in the United States say an armed man pretending to be law enforcement was arrested at the venue of a memorial service planned for conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The U.S. Secret Service said the suspect entered State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, on Friday and was acting suspiciously. A spokesperson for the agency confirmed on Saturday that the man, whose name was not released, was armed and falsely claimed to be a law enforcement officer. READ ALSO: Shagari youths consider armed self-defense against bandits “The individual is not a member of authorised law enforcement working the event…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Manchester United turned Old Trafford into a theatre of chaos and glory as they battled past world champions Chelsea 2-1 in a rain-soaked Premier League thriller.  The victory extended United’s unbeaten home run against the Blues to 13 league matches and handed Ruben Amorim’s men a statement win. The match burst into life after just five minutes when Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sánchez was sent off for clattering Bryan Mbeumo while chasing Benjamin Šeško’s flick-on. READ ALSO: André Onana joins Trabzonspor on loan after Man United setback That early setback set the tone for a torrid first half in…

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