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A political pressure group, the G-100, has described Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election in Osun State as a template for opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, urging opposition leaders to put aside individual ambitions and unite around a common political objective. In a statement issued on Sunday by Salihu Lukman on behalf of the group, the G-100 congratulated Adeleke and commended the people of Osun State for their determination and courage in the governorship election. The group said the significance of the election went beyond Adeleke’s return to office, arguing that the outcome demonstrated what opposition parties could achieve…

Iyanuoluwa Abiola Regular consumption of salty foods may put children at risk of hypertension, health experts have warned, urging parents to look beyond the salt added during cooking and pay closer attention to processed foods and seasonings in their children’s diets. The experts explained that excessive sodium intake could cause the body to retain fluid, increasing the volume of blood circulating through the blood vessels and placing additional pressure on the walls of the blood vessels. They noted that children may consume sodium from several everyday foods, including seasoning cubes, instant noodles, processed meats, crisps and packaged snacks, making it…

Super Eagles forward Taiwo Awoniyi is set to complete a move to newly promoted Premier League side Coventry City from Nottingham Forest, Soccernet.ng reports. Awoniyi’s future at Forest had become uncertain following the arrival of several attacking players, which pushed him further down the pecking order and limited his opportunities for regular playing time. The 29-year-old also suffered from several injury concerns and fitness problems. One of the biggest setbacks of his Forest career came in 2025 when he suffered a serious abdominal injury during a Premier League match against Leicester City. The injury required surgery, with Awoniyi subsequently placed in an induced coma as part of his…

President Bola Tinubu has described Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election in the Osun State governorship election as an assurance that democracy will continue to flourish in Nigeria. Tinubu stated this in a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, following Adeleke’s victory in the August 15 election. The President said he had called Adeleke to congratulate him on his victory. He added that the result reflected the confidence the people of Osun had in the governor. “I called Governor Ademola Adeleke earlier today to congratulate him on his election victory in Osun State. His…

Olympique Marseille have had their first offer for SC Freiburg goalkeeper Noah Atubolu rejected, Soccernet.ng reports. Freiburg turned down the French club’s opening bid because it was considered too low, according to German football magazine Kicker, as reported by BuliNews. Marseille are now expected to prepare an improved offer for the 24-year-old goalkeeper.The decision does not mean Freiburg have closed the door on a transfer. The Bundesliga club are willing to sell Atubolu, but they want a fee in the region of €15m to €20m.That price has created a clear test for Marseille. The French club must decide whether to…

Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and former Senate President Bukola Saraki have congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election. Adeleke was declared the winner of Saturday’s governorship election by the Independent National Electoral Commission on Sunday after polling 511,067 votes across the state. The State Returning Officer, Prof Joshua Ogunwole, declared Adeleke of the Accord Party winner at about 7:24am on Sunday. In a statement posted on his X handle on Sunday, Obi said the election demonstrated that the people had the power to choose their leaders. He said, “I warmly congratulate Governor Ademola Adeleke on…

Children in Ijora-Badia and Ago-Egun communities in Lagos are growing up amid displacement, poverty and unhealthy living conditions, with many lacking access to shelter, clean water, sanitation, healthcare and adequate nutrition. IYANUOLUWA ABIOLA reports Five-year-old Darasimi should be spending his days chasing footballs across sandy paths and laughing with other children in his neighbourhood. Instead, his early years have been shaped by displacement, recurring illness and harsh living conditions after his family lost their home to demolition in a waterfront settlement in Gangare, Ijora-Badia, a densely populated community within the Apapa-Iganmu Local Council Development Area of Lagos. For months, Darasimi,…

Super Eagles forward Akor Adams enjoyed a debut to remember as he inspired Venezia to a thrilling 3-2 comeback victory over Modena in the Coppa Italia Round of 32, Soccernet.ng reports. The 26-year-old had completed a move to the newly promoted Serie A side earlier this summer in a deal that could rise to €23 million, and he made an immediate impact on his debut, playing a part in all three goals scored by his side. The clash at the Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo produced five goals, with Venezia coming from behind twice to secure their place in the next round of the competition.…

Six hundred drones targeted the Moscow region in a sustained overnight assault that wounded three people, the Russian capital’s mayor said on Sunday, as Ukraine steps up long-range attacks into Russian territory. Ukraine has been carrying out strikes deep inside Russia in recent weeks, with drone barrages targeting military, industrial and more recently e-commerce warehouses far from the front line in the war that is in its fifth year. “From yesterday evening until 6:30 am (0330 GMT) today, 600 drones were flying towards the Moscow region, of which 201 were destroyed in the Moscow region,” Mayor Sergei Sobyanin posted on…

Victor Boniface gave Bayer Leverkusen a perfect boost before the new season with a late winner against Newcastle United at St James’ Park, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigeria striker came off the bench in the 80th minute and scored only two minutes later to give Leverkusen a 2-1 win in their pre-season friendly on Saturday.The result was decided by a moment of individual quality from the former Werder Bremen forward, who controlled the situation expertly before producing the finish that beat Newcastle goalkeeper Nick Pope. Boniface can change a game in minutes Boniface needed only two minutes to make his mark.…