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CHIMA AZUBUIKE examines the political dynamics surrounding the fresh Gombe State governorship primary holding Tuesday (today), which pits former minister Isa Pantami against Khamisu Mailantarki and Usman Garry Today, former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Pantami; businessman and politician Khamisu Mailantarki; and Usman Garry will again hit the field to battle for the Peoples Democratic Party governorship ticket in Gombe State for the 2027 election. The fresh governorship primary election complies with an order by the Federal High Court sitting in Gombe. The court, in a judgment on September 24, nullified the May 26 primary that produced…

Abiodun Nejo The Ekiti State Government says it is intensifying disease surveillance and rapid response mechanisms across its 16 Local Government Areas to prevent the outbreak of diseases, including Ebola Virus Disease and Diphtheria. The state Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr Oyebanji Filani, said that “surveillance and response systems in the state have been strengthened to ensure early detection, prompt reporting and effective containment of any suspected case.” Filani, represented by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Mrs Olusola Gbenga-Igotun, spoke in Ado Ekiti, the state capital, on Saturday, at a one-day sensitisation programme for stakeholders on Ebola…

Zayn Malik and Ayra Starr share a lighthearted moment between takes. If you’ve had Ayra Starr’s Starrgirl on repeat since it dropped on 14 August, then “Heaven Baby” needs no introduction. The fan-favourite track brings Ayra together with British singer and former One Direction member Zayn Malik for a smooth R&B-pop song about falling for someone and enjoying the rush that comes with it. Now, we’re getting a peek at what happened when the cameras started rolling for the official music video, and the behind-the-scenes clip shows the two artists having plenty of fun between takes. Ayra steps onto the…

The Super Eagles return to competitive action on Tuesday as they travel to face Guinea-Bissau in their second Group L fixture of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, Soccernet.ng reports. After navigating a tense opening clash, head coach Eric Chelle faces crucial selection decisions ahead of the kickoff in Bissau. Nigeria opened their qualifying campaign on a high in Uyo, staging a spirited 2-1 comeback victory against Madagascar. Debutants George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor announced themselves in style, netting the crucial goals to secure all three points. Moses Usor LASK and Super Eagles. Photo credit: ImagoxGEPAxpictures/xManuelxBinder However, Guinea-Bissau also…

Former Super Eagles forward Osaze Odemwingie has revealed how administrative miscalculations at the 2008 Beijing Olympics forced Nigeria’s U-23 football team into an embarrassing and hilarious kit crisis. Speaking during a chat with Super Falcons captain Rashidat Ajibade, the former West Bromwich Albion star walked down memory lane to recount how Samson Siasia’s squad outlasted everyone’s expectations and their own luggage. According to Odemwingie, federation officials seemingly booked the team’s ticket home before a ball was even kicked. Convinced the side would suffer an early tournament exit, delegation members shipped the players’ primary apparel back to Nigeria. Instead, the Super…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria return to action on Tuesday as they face Guinea-Bissau in their second 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture, Soccernet.ng reports. Eric Chelle’s side will be looking to make it two wins from two after opening their Group L campaign with a 2-1 comeback victory over Madagascar in Uyo. Guinea-Bissau also claimed three points in their opening game, defeating Tanzania 2-0 away from home. The Djurtus therefore sit top of Group L on goal difference, with Nigeria also on three points. Nigeria has been drawn in Group L for the AFCON 2027 qualifiers pic.twitter.com/gnTEd7AVcG —…

Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Wahab Shittu, has lamented that Nigeria’s progress is partly hindered by “unexplained wealth”. He noted that while Nigeria is blessed with human and natural resources, the majority of the nation’s wealth is carted away through “unexplained” means. He added, however, that if Nigeria had a working mechanism in place to check this anomaly, the country would progress. Shittu stated this on Monday while addressing journalists at the public presentation of his three-volume book, titled “Unexplained Wealth: A Trilogy of Nigerian Financial Law” at Oriental Hotel, Lagos State. “The summary of it is that no country can…

Felix Oloyede Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has cautioned businesses against passing the full weight of rising operating costs to consumers, urging them to innovate while maintaining product quality and value. The governor said the state would continue to support businesses through infrastructure, effective regulation and public-private sector partnerships. Sanwo-Olu, who spoke at the fifth Consumers Value Awards and BrandXchange Awards held in Lagos, was represented by the General Manager of the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency, Afolabi Soyebo. The event, with the theme, “Beyond Satisfaction: Redefining Consumer Value in a New Economy,” brought together brands, government institutions and other…

Chlöe Bailey and Omah Lay show off their retro 70s-inspired video styling. Okay, but can we talk about how good Chlöe and Omah Lay look together? The two artists are starring alongside Clean Bandit in the new “Company” video, and these behind-the-scenes photos are giving us plenty to look at. The song is about wanting someone’s actual presence instead of another expensive purchase, with Chlöe putting that idea into the lyrics and Omah Lay bringing his smooth Afro-fusion vocals to the track. And while their outfits are completely different, put them next to each other and suddenly it works. Chlöe…

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has indicated that Nigeria might be missing one or two players when they play Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The three-time African champions take on the Djurtus in their second game of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers tomorrow, and a victory is key for them if they want to claim the top spot in Group L. ​They already started on a solid note, claiming a 2-1 win against Madagascar in Uyo. But they sit second due to an inferior goal difference compared to Guinea-Bissau, who won 2-0 in Tanzania. Tolu Arokodare and Super…