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Unless superior reasoning prevails, the major opposition Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) return to the warpath over the intrigues surrounding the position of its national secretary may end up ruling out the party as a serious contender in the 2027 election cycle. Azimazi Momoh Jimoh reports on the recent disagreements over the apex court judgment. For the embattled Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), it is crisis without end as its secretaryship battle entered a new phase following the open ended judgment from the country’s court of last instance last week. The renewed contestation has continued to dampen Nigerians’ hopes of a…

Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen remains fully focused on his season with Galatasaray, with his camp dismissing reports of transfer talks with Saudi club Al Hilal or any other suitor, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian striker, who joined the Turkish giants on loan from Napoli, has been in superb form this season, attracting interest from several top clubs across Europe and the Middle East. However, one of Osimhen’s representative, George Gardi, has denied any discussions about a potential move. Speaking to Tuttomercatoweb as per BeinSports, Gardi addressed speculation linking Osimhen with a move to the Saudi Pro League. “There has…

Lara Adejoro The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, on Tuesday, identified undernutrition, HIV, diabetes mellitus, smoking, and alcohol use as major drivers of tuberculosis in Nigeria, with working-age groups aged 15-44 years mostly affected. Pate disclosed this at the ministerial press briefing to mark 2025 World TB Day with the theme, “Yes! We Can End TB: Commit, Invest, Deliver” with the Slogan: “We fit do am.” Pate, who was represented by the Director of Port Health Services, Dr Nse Akpan, stated that Nigeria is also among the ten countries with the triple burden of TB,…

In this report, DAYO OYEWO writes on the exhilarating story of septuagenarian ice cream seller Oladimeji Lawal, who’s been selling ice cream on his bicycle for over 50 years on Lagos Island For over five decades, 75-year-old Oladimeji Lawal has spent his days pedalling through the Lagos Island area of Lagos State, selling ice cream to generations of schoolchildren and passersby. With no pension, no retirement plan, and no company benefits, his livelihood has been tied to the wheels of his bicycle, which is his only means of survival. At 75, while many of his age mates have long retired,…

• CP solicits community partnership ORSU Divisional Police headquarters in Orsu council area of Imo State has been rebuilt and reopened for effective operations. The division was destroyed in the early hours of August 6, 2021, by suspected hoodlums during the protracted period of insecurity in the state. Commissioning the divisionrebuilt by Sir Terry Onyejiaku as part of his Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), the state’s Commissioner of Police, Aboki Danjuma said the event marked a significant step in strengthening security in the area. He disclosed that the rebuilt division is equipped with modern facilities, including barracks accommodations to enhance…

The University of Port Harcourt has promoted the Director General of NESREA, Dr. Innocent Barikor, to Professor of Political Economy and Development Studies. A statement by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Onwunari Georgewill, said his promotion came alongside with that of 45 others, adding that the school approved it during the 187th meeting of the Governing Council, chaired by the Pro-Chancellor of the institution and Chairman, Sen. Mao Ohuabunwa. Georgewill stated that 30 senior academics were promoted to the rank of Professor, and 16 others to associate professor after undergoing the rigorous assessment process set up by the university. Prof.…

Record English Premier League Champions, Manchester United, are keen on sealing an early transfer for Super Eagles and Atalanta forward, Ademola Lookman, ahead of this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old’s career has been on the rise since he moved to Italy in 2022, peaking last season as he aided La Dea to their first-ever European trophy. On a personal level, Lookman was crowned the best African Player for 2024, and was placed 13th in the Ballon d’Or rankings. His brilliance has seen him linked with several clubs like Liverpool, Manchester United, Atletico De Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona. Victor Osimhen…

A lawyer, Emmanuel Ekpenyong has disagreed with the Attorney-General of the Federation, Mr. Lateef Fagbemi SAN, over his assertion that the discretion granted to him under the law to promulgate an order to bring Part 1 of the Foreign Judgments (Reciprocal Enforcement) Act into operation is absolute and not subject to judicial review. Ekpenyong in his reply on points of law made available to newsmen on Tuesday in Abuja, argued that, under Nigerian law, courts have the jurisdiction to compel any person, authority, or office to properly exercise statutory powers or discretion. The points of law, which is a response…

Former Turkish Super Lig champions Besiktas are exploring the possibility of signing Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi from Slavia Prague in the summer, Soccernet.ng reports. Durosinmi has been turning heads with his impressive performances since returning from an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury which ruled him out of action for over a year. Before his injury, he was on the verge of a transfer to German side Eintracht Frankfurt in 2023, but the move fell through due to his injury. After his long layoff, Durosinmi returned to action in early February, and he has been impressive since then. Rafiu Durosinmi (photo…

Worried by the growing number of children under detention in correctional facilities across Nigeria, the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said that the government is working to tackle the challenge. The minister stated this at a meeting with correctional sector stakeholders on the official ‘Launch Report on the National Assessment of the Situation of Children and Young Adults Deprived of Liberty’, an interagency collaboration aimed at addressing the issue of children deprived of liberty in these centres held yesterday in Abuja. The minister said that the presence of children in custodial centre violates laws mandating their placement in…