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Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State, Sunday Bisi, has declared that the party’s entire structure would support and work for the second term emergence of Governor Ademola Adeleke. It would be recalled that Adeleke left the PDP and joined the Accord Party (AP) recently, where he clinched the party’s ticket for the August 8, 2026, governorship election. Bisi, in an interview with The Guardian in Osogbo, said he would not be joining Adeleke in the Accord Party, but noted that the governor had been endorsed ahead of the election. “I have not decamped to any political…

Blackburn star Alebiosu recently received a call-up to represent the Super Eagles of Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations… Blackburn Rovers defender Ryan Alebiosu has spoken of his pride and excitement after receiving his first-ever call-up to the Super Eagles squad for AFCON 2025, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Arsenal academy player has described the moment as special for both himself and his family. The 23-year-old was named in Eric Chelle’s final 28-man squad for the tournament in Morocco, which has already drawn reaction from his club, who admitted their disappointment at losing a key player during a crucial…

Scotland Coach, Steve Clarke, has urged Scotland supporters not to put themselves into financial difficulty in order to follow the national team at next year’s World Cup in the United States. As reported by BBC on Tuesday, the Scotland head coach was speaking as members of the supporters’ club were given the chance to apply for tickets for group matches against Haiti and Morocco in Boston, as well as the final group game against Brazil in Miami. Fifa have been criticised for ticket pricing that could lead to supporters paying thousands for a seat. Scotland fans are expected to be…

Ray Nnaji is a lawyer and former National Auditor of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In this interview with LAWRENCE NJOKU, he bemoaned the ruling party’s alleged plot to cripple those parties that challenged President Bola Tinubu in 2023 elections, and opposition politicians who are cross carpeting, paving the path for a one-party State agenda. What can you make of the ambassadors announced by President Bola Tinubu recently?It is the president’s prerogative to appoint people of credibility into positions. Some of the names he appointed are good; some are not. But what I can say is that they were based…

Maternal health experts have reassured women that fibroid surgery is safe when carried out by professionals in appropriate and properly equipped medical facilities, dispelling fears about the procedure. They further noted that while not every woman with fibroids requires surgery or treatment, those symptoms, including experiencing heavy bleeding, pain, abdominal swelling, painful intercourse, frequent urination, and constipation, may need medical intervention. The gynaecologists’ comments come amid myths and concerns about fibroid surgery safety, particularly for women still considering conception and childbirth. Although the exact cause of fibroids is still unknown, the experts told PUNCH Healthwise that genetic factors likely account…

Operatives of the Imo State Police Command have arrested Vitalis Nwoko, 58, over alleged murder of his wife, Uloma. The Command’s Spokesperson, DSP Henry Okoye, in a statement, said that the deceased’s sister lodged a complaint at the Ahiazu Mbaise Divisional Headquarters of the Command, alleging a domestic violent assault by the man against his wife during which she was rushed to a hospital within the area where she was confirmed dead. He stated: “Operatives of the Ahiazu Mbaise Divisional Headquarters have arrested Vitalis Nwokoof Umuagba, Ahiazu Mbaise Local Council, for the alleged murder of his wife, Uloma. “The arrest followed a…

President Donald Trump has expressed willingness to consider pardoning Keonne Rodriguez, the CEO of privacy-focused Bitcoin wallet Samourai. Rodriguez was sentenced to five years in federal prison last month for money laundering charges.During an afternoon event in the Oval Office on Monday, Trump answered a reporter’s question that he is aware of the case and is open to exploring a potential pardon.“I’ve heard about it, I’ll look at it,” he told the reporter. “Why you think it should be pardoned?”“It sounds like, based on your question, Rodriguez. We’ll look at that, Pam. Okay,” the President said to U.S. Attorney General…

The former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, has denied reports linking him to comments about the region producing the nation’s President in 2027. El-Rufai reacted to the trending reports on social media yesterday, saying, “My attention has been drawn to a trending fake news item alleging that I specified which region of the country should produce the president in 2027. “This is untrue, despite its virality. I did not say so in any of my speeches, interviews, or social media posts. I have my own verifiable platforms on social media where I speak my mind and own my opinions.   “I…

Juventus’ long-running search for a decisive centre-forward has resurfaced following renewed criticism from former winger Massimo Mauro, Soccernet.ng reports. Mauro is convinced that his former club’s attacking struggles would be solved by a player of Victor Osimhen’s calibre. Despite remaining firmly in the hunt for Champions League qualification, Juventus’ lack of cutting edge has become increasingly difficult to ignore. Victor Osimhen with ballon d or CAF Award. Photo by IMAGO After 15 league games, the Turin club sit fifth on 26 points, seven behind leaders Inter Milan, having scored just 19 goals. Only eight of those have come from open…

The Enugu State Police Command on Monday prevented an armed robbery and arrested 28-year-old Chimuanya Oshim near Agric Bank Bus Stop, Independence Layout, in Enugu metropolis. The Command’s spokesman, SP Daniel Ndukwe, confirmed the development in a statement, noting that operatives recovered an imitation firearm with ammunition during the operation, the News Agency of Nigeria reported. “The suspect, Chimuanya Oshim, 28, was arrested on December 13, around 11:30pm, while attempting to rob members of the public. “The arrest followed a prompt response to a distress call by operatives attached to the Independence Layout Police Division. “At the scene, operatives caught…