By Ismaeel Aleem Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has issued a stern warning to political actors fuelling violence and thuggery ahead of the 2026 governorship election, urging them to embrace peaceful campaigns. In a statewide broadcast on Tuesday, Oyebanji condemned recent outbreaks of political violence in parts of the state, describing them as attempts to destabilise the peace enjoyed by residents. READ ALSO: Ekiti APC governorship race: Ojo accuses Oyebanji of…

In the heat of the preparations for the presidential primaries of political parties prior to the 2023 general elections, former President Goodluck Jonathan became a preferred bride that some political parties started courting. The one that shocked some people most was the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, sending delegations of party leaders, including state governors to Otuoke, Bayelsa State to pay homage to the man their party vilified to a…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Former Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma has completed a move to Manchester City, with Brazilian shot-stopper Éderson heading to Turkish giants Fenerbahçe. The deal was finalised on Monday, but City waited until Tuesday morning to make the announcement. According to reports, the Premier League champions paid PSG £26 million ($35 million) for Donnarumma, who signed a five-year contract at the Etihad Stadium running until 2030, with…

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has inaugurated 17 newly appointed commissioners into his cabinet. The governor stated that the new team was “carefully chosen” to help drive the state’s development agenda as his administration enters the second half of its first term. During the swearing-in ceremony, Alia charged the commissioners to demonstrate renewed dedication, discipline, and integrity in their service. READ ALSO: Alia suspends 3 officials following Benue Assembly resolutions…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Olympic 200m finalist Favour Ofili has confirmed her decision to switch international allegiance from Nigeria to Turkey. Announcing the move on Instagram, the 22-year-old sprinter stressed that her choice was “from the heart, not financial motives,” citing years of neglect and administrative failures by the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) and the National Olympic Committee (NOC) during both the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Games. READ ALSO: A…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Werder Bremen have confirmed the signing of Nigerian striker Victor Boniface on a season-long loan from Bayer Leverkusen. The deal was finalised after the 24-year-old successfully completed his medicals and all contractual agreements were sealed, as earlier reported. Bremen, who play at the Weser-Stadion, finished eighth in the 2024/25 Bundesliga season, continuing their steady rise in form and maintaining competitiveness in the league. READ ALSO: Boniface set for…

By Ismaeel Aleem  Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, reignited political debate with bold predictions about the 2027 presidential election, claiming President Bola Tinubu would fail to secure a place among the top two contenders. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, El-Rufai suggested the election could go into a run-off, as no candidate was likely to secure the required majority in the first round. He attributed this to widespread dissatisfaction…

President Bola Tinubu has pledged to expedite the implementation of all bilateral agreements signed with Colombia, underscoring Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening international partnerships. The assurance was given during a meeting with Colombian Vice President Francia Márquez at the State House. Tinubu emphasised that in a world of volatile economies and shifting policies, nations must forge new alliances for shared prosperity. READ ALSO: Tinubu greets Bishop Kukah at 73 He assured the…

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…

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…

Nigeria striker Tolu Arokodare has penned an emotional farewell to Genk supporters as he prepares to finalise a £27m move to Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers. The 24-year-old is expected to be unveiled by Wolves on Monday after passing a medical, with the fee representing a club-record sale for Genk. His departure closes a two-year chapter in Belgium that saw him develop into one of the league’s most feared forwards.…

Manchester United have agreed a deal worth an initial £18.1m to sign Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp, ending their pursuit of Aston Villa’s World Cup winner Emiliano Martinez. The 23-year-old, capped nine times by Belgium’s Under-21s, is travelling to Manchester to finalise a five-year contract. United view him as one of Europe’s brightest goalkeeping prospects and a potential long-term successor to Thibaut Courtois at international level. United’s Goalkeeping…