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By Ismaeel Aleem In an escalating political drama ahead of the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election, All Progressives Congress (APC) aspirant, Engineer Kayode Ojo, has condemned Governor Biodun Oyebanji for allegedly intimidating party leaders to block rival contenders. Ojo described the governor’s conduct as a brazen attempt to monopolise the party, in violation of both the APC constitution and Nigeria’s fundamental rights. The controversy flared after Oyebanji, while receiving his nomination forms from supporters on Friday, issued a stern warning to local government and ward chairmen. READ ALSO: Oyebanji names Olubamise Provost of Ekiti Health College “I want to see the…

By: Eniola Amadu Vietnam has ordered more than 586,000 people to be evacuated ahead of the arrival of Typhoon Kajiki. The storm is already packing winds of 166km/h (103mph) and is expected to strengthen further before making landfall early on Monday, weather forecasters said. Forecasters report that the storm is currently generating winds of 166 km/h (103 mph) and is predicted to intensify further before hitting land early Monday. READ ALSO: Trump golf resort: Vietnamese farmers face paltry compensation for seized land Residents of the central provinces of Thanh Hoa, Quang Tri, Hue and Da Nang have been ordered to leave…

By Ismaeel Aleem  The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in Katsina and Zamfara states, where relentless violence has claimed numerous lives. The party condemned the massacre in Malumfashi, Katsina State, where gunmen killed 30 worshippers during dawn prayers in a mosque and burned 20 villagers alive in their homes. ADC described the atrocities as part of a broader wave of terror that claimed over 140 lives in just two months. READ ALSO: Atiku: I’ll support whoever wins ADC presidential ticket In Zamfara, 47 people were recently killed, including 38 hostages murdered…

By Boluwatife Kehinde  In an exhilarating encounter at Craven Cottage, Fulham managed to secure a dramatic 1-1 draw against Manchester United, dashing the Red Devils’ hopes for a full three points just minutes before the final whistle. The match seemed poised to hand Ruben Amorim’s side their first victory of the season when Emile Smith Rowe scored a late equaliser, finding the back of the net just three minutes before being substituted. READ ALSO: Manchester United to sell Garnacho, Hoijlund as Osimhen links grow Rowe’s goal came courtesy of a stunning cross from the Nigerian international Alex Iwobi, whose pinpoint delivery…

By Ismaeel Aleem The Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, Hon. Aondona Dajoh, has resigned with immediate effect, sending shockwaves through the state’s political landscape. His resignation was contained in a letter signed by him and made available to journalists in Makurdi on Sunday. READ ALSO: Benue assembly suspends four lawmakers over failed speaker impeachment plot The letter, titled “Resignation as the Speaker, Benue State House of Assembly”, stated: “I write to resign my position as Speaker, effective today, 24 August 2025. This is done in good faith and in the best interest of the state.” Dajoh expressed gratitude…

By Ismaeel Aleem Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has launched a sharp rebuke against the Labour Party (LP) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC), dismissing their members as “nomadic politicians” who switch allegiances opportunistically during election seasons. Speaking at a rally organised by the Anambra State Market Amalgamated Traders Association in Onitsha, Soludo accused his rivals of lacking depth and merely jostling for appointments. The governor, who is seeking re-election under the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) banner in the forthcoming 8 November governorship election, used the occasion to strengthen his campaign message. READ ALSO: “They’re judging me by their standards”…

By Boluwatife Kehinde  Super Eagles forward and Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface has returned to Germany after complications emerged during his medical examinations, delaying his anticipated move to AC Milan. The 24-year-old underwent extensive medical tests at the La Madonnina Clinic and Galeazzi Hospital in Milan over the past 48 hours, leaving doubts over the Serie A switch. READ ALSO: Victor Boniface crashes TikTok live, ladies fail to recognise him The deal had been structured as a loan, with a verbal agreement already in place between the parties. Reports suggest the loan fee was set between €4 million and €5 million,…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Bola Tinubu to instruct the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) to immediately suspend the proposed pay rise for political and public office holders. In a statement posted on its X page on Sunday, the organisation described the planned increase in salaries for the president, vice-president, governors, their deputies, and federal lawmakers as “unlawful and unconstitutional.” SERAP called on Tinubu to reject the proposed increment and to direct his vice-president, governors, their deputies, and legislators to do the same. READ ALSO: SERAP, NGE drag Niger gov, NBC to court over…

By Ismaeel Aleem The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Saturday welcomed a wave of defectors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and the Labour Party (LP) in Lagos. Among the defectors were prominent figures including former Lagos PDP Chairman, Chief Muritala Ashorobi; Captain Tunji Shelle; PDP Vice Chairman (Lagos Central), Tai Benedict; and former Lagos PDP Youth Leader, Chief Niyi Adams. They were joined by Senator Kolawole Ogunwale and Lagos ADC Chairman, George Ashiru, before a vibrant crowd of supporters. READ ALSO: ADC coalition will collapse by september – Rep Leke Abejide Speaking at the event, the party’s Interim National Secretary,…

By: Ẹniọlá Amadu  India’s Foreign Minister, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, has reaffirmed that trade talks with Washington remain ongoing. He stressed that New Delhi will not compromise on its core economic interests. His remarks came just days before a new round of U.S. tariffs on Indian goods is due to take effect. “Right now, there are issues; it’s pretty open. But it’s not like we haven’t had issues before. However, other parts of the relationship are strong,” he said. READ ALSO: India threatens mass deportation of illegal migrants Speaking at an Economic Times forum in New Delhi, Jaishankar added that India would remain…