ADC Will Send Tinubu Back To Bourdillon — Kenneth Okonkwo
A Nollywood veteran-turned politician, Kenneth Okonkwo, has expressed optimism that the African Democratic Congress, ADC, will win the 2027 presidential election. Speaking in an interview on ‘Sunrise Daily’, a programme on Channels Television on Monday, Okonkwo, stated that the opposition party would not form the government but also send President Bola Tinubu back to his…
No Visa For Corrupt Nigerian Government Officials – US Warns
The United States, US, has warned that corrupt Nigerian government officials risk visa restrictions. In a statement posted on its official X handle on Monday, the US Mission in Nigeria said fighting corruption has no borders and that accountability extends to high-profile individuals. “Fighting corruption knows no borders or limits on accountability. Even when high-profile…
Dembele, Yamal In Battle For Ballon d’Or Glory
Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele is tipped to hold off Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal and win the men’s Ballon d’Or on Monday, while Aitana Bonmati could win a third consecutive women’s prize. The world of football will gather for a glitzy ceremony at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris to discover who will be the…
Ezekiel Nathaniel Sets New Nigerian 400mh Record, Finishes Fourth In Tokyo Final
Ezekiel Nathaniel made history for Nigeria at the Tokyo 2025 World Championships, breaking the national record in the men’s 400m hurdles final with a blistering 47.11 seconds to finish fourth. Nathaniel was briefly celebrated as a World Championship bronze medalist after American Rai Benjamin, the initial winner, was disqualified for a lane infringement. However, after…
”I Am Ready To Do What They Want” Fubara Speaks After Resumption
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has pledged to work harmoniously with the Rivers State House of Assembly to recover lost ground and accelerate the advancement of social and economic development of the state. In a statewide broadcast, Governor Fubara described the period of emergency as one of the most challenging moments for the state. He…
Ebola Scare: Two Recent Suspected Cases Tested Negative – Nigerian Govt
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, says it is on high alert over Ebola scare in the country. The agency also confirmed that two recent suspected cases of viral haemorrhagic fever in Abuja tested negative for both Ebola and Marburg viruses. Director-General of the NCDC, Jide Idris, made this known in a…
Any Party With Obi Already Has 40% Of Votes – PDP Chieftain
Peoples Democratic Party chieftain, Dan Ulasi, has said he would welcome the return of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to the PDP ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking on Arise Television on Friday, Ulasi argued that Obi’s credibility and popularity would strengthen the party’s chances. “I’ll be happy if he joins PDP…
Rivers Governor Fubara Arrives In Port Harcourt
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has arrived in Port Harcourt, the state capital. The governor arrived at the Port Harcourt International Airport at about 12:19 p.m. on Friday, more than 24 hours after President Bola Tinubu ended the six-month emergency rule in the state. He was greeted by a crowd of supporters who had earlier…
Mourinho Back At Benfica 25 Years On – Revered But A Risk?
It’s a long time since Jose Mourinho took to the dugout as manager of Benfica. A quarter of a century, in fact. In that time he clambered to the very top of the footballing tree and broke a few branches on his way back to the red side of Lisbon. A glittering 25 years have…
FIFA Begins Disciplinary Proceedings Against South Africa Over Mokoena Eligibility
Federation of International Football Association, FIFA, has opened disciplinary proceedings against the South African Football Association, SAFA, for fielding an ineligible player in their 2026 World Cup qualifier against Lesotho. Bafana Bafana won the match day five encounter against the Crocodiles 2-0 on 21 March, 2025 in Polokwane. South Africa fielded an ineligible player, Teboho…