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By Rotimi Agboluaje, Ibadan Residents and natives of Olope Metta village, Akinyele Local Government area of Oyo State have appealed to Governor Seyi Makinde not to wipe away their village or demolish their ancestral houses. Olope Metta, located along the old Oyo-Ibadan Road, is home to indigenous residents who have lived in the area for generations. They made the appeal in a save our soul letter signed by the spokesman of the family, Kamardin Ayotunde and Secretary, Mr. Moshood Tiamiyu. The letter, which was addressed to Makinde was made available to journalists on Wednesday in Ibadan, the state capital. They…

Former Barcelona right-back Samuel Okunowo has advised Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel to seek a fresh challenge away from Fenerbahçe, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Queens Park Rangers has been linked with a move away from the Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium following the imminent expiration of his contract. Meanwhile, in the market, Osayi-Samuel, who has been a standout performer for Fenerbahçe since joining in 2021. Since 2024, Osayi has attracted interest from clubs such as Crystal Palace, AFC Bournemouth, Brentford, and per transfer gossip, most recently, Turkish giants Galatasaray. Bright Osayi-Samuel of Fenerbahce passes the ball during Fenerbahce and Athletic Club clash…

The Rwanda High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ambassador Christophe Bazivamo, has urged African youths to take the lead in the campaign against hate speech and other stereotypes capable of breeding disunity and causing disaffection in the continent. Bazivamo made this call on Wednesday while speaking at the 31st commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, which was held at the 600-seater Auditorium, College of Health and Medical Sciences of Babcock University, Ilishan Remo. The programme was organised by the university in collaboration with the Rwandan Embassy in Nigeria. The Rwanda envoy said that the 1994 genocide commemoration is…

By Rotimi Agboluaje, Ibadan Kamorudeen Ajisafe has been returned unopposed as the Zonal Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the South West during the party’s zonal congress. The congress was held on Wednesday in Ibadan, Oyo State. Ajisafe was re-elected with 661 votes in what party stakeholders described as a consensus-driven process. Delegates from all six South West states; Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo, and Ekiti, gathered for the highly anticipated event, which was marked by a peaceful and well-coordinated electoral process. The congress also witnessed the election of other zonal executives, many of whom emerged through consensus…

From Ann Godwin, Port HarcourtAdegboruwa, Emwanta advise NBA to refund moneyRivers State Government has countered claims by the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) that the N300 million it received from the government was an unconditional gift not tied to the hosting of its Annual General Conference (AGC) in the state. But while expressing shock that NBA could go “begging” for support to organise its AGC, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, urged the lawyers to refund the money. Also, President of the African Public Interest Lawyers Union, Andrew Emwanta, called on NBA to refund the N300 million it received from the Rivers government under suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara…

By Ernest Nzor, Abuja The Arewa Joint Action Movement (AJAM) has thrown its weight behind the decision of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum, led by Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, to dissociate from what it described as “opportunistic office seekers” including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai. AJAM stressed that Nigeria’s political terrain must be guided by integrity and purpose, not by a desire for power at all costs. In a statement, the Coordinator of AJAM, Barnabas Musa, noted that Nigeria’s political terrain must be guided by integrity and purpose, not…

Lazio head coach Marco Baroni has admitted the two-time Serie A winners need the magic possessed by Super Eagles midfielder, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, and the club’s other youngsters, Soccernet.ng reports. The 24-year-old joined the one-time UEFA Super Cup winners during last summer’s transfer window. Fisayo hasn’t been his coach’s go-to midfielder in the league, as he’s started just 11 of his side’s 32 Serie A games. Nonetheless, he’s scored five goals and provided three assists in 28 games for Le Gli Aquilotti this season across all competitions.  Fisayo Dele-Bashiru in action during the Serie A match between Lazio and Venezia at…

The Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Church Worldwide has called for a united prayer effort to seek divine intervention for peace and stability in response to rising insecurity across the country. This plea was made during a press conference held in Lagos on Tuesday, with church leaders urging Nigerians to join in prayers for the nation’s leaders and the welfare of citizens. The call for prayer coincides with the announcement of the 56th Mount Horeb pilgrimage, scheduled to take place from May 4th to 11th, marking both the annual ascension and the church’s 56th anniversary. Conference General Secretary, Prophet A.O. Samaye,…

Idowu Abdullahi Stakeholders have urged members of the Nigeria Police Force to stop dismissing cases related to domestic violence, particularly those involving wife battering, as mere family issues. The stakeholders, including the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo, made the call on Tuesday at the maiden town hall meeting with custodians of culture held at the Ake Palace in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The event, themed ‘Strengthening Family and Community Bonds’, was organised by Women Radio 91.7FM with support from the Ford Foundation and the Voice of Women Empowerment Foundation. Addressing the custodians of culture on the role of men in protecting…

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