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Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirant in Oyo State, on Tuesday declared his intention to build on the developmental strides of Governor Seyi Makinde, describing himself as the embodiment of “Omituntun 3.0” — continuity without compromise — as he met with elected local government councillors from across the state in Iseyin. Speaking at the Iseyin City Hall, where members of the Oyo State Councillors Forum converged, Ajadi said his aspiration was driven by a commitment to protect and deepen Makinde’s governance reforms while strengthening grassroots participation in decision-making.“I am here because you are the closest…

The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has strongly criticised the recent visit of a United States congressional delegation to Nigeria, accusing it of engaging in what it described as “sectarian, unbalanced, and troubling” consultations during its stay in the country. In a statement released on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, MPAC said the delegation, which was in Nigeria for a series of security-focused meetings with government officials, failed to conduct itself with the neutrality expected of foreign partners. According to the organisation, while the group held several high-level security discussions, at least one member of the delegation went out of his…

Fulham may be preparing to add yet another Nigerian talent to their ranks after emerging among several English clubs monitoring Viktoria Plzeň striker Rafiu Durosinmi, Soccernet.ng reports. The Cottagers already boast three Nigerian internationals – Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey and Samuel Chukwueze – and all three featured from the start in their 2–1 Premier League defeat to Crystal Palace last weekend. Now the west London side are weighing up the prospect of making it four. Nigeria and Viktoria Plzen star Rafiu Durosinmi. Copyright: Photo by IMAGO According to SportsBoom, Fulham are one of eight English sides who have been offered…

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency confirmed that national banks may engage in riskless principal crypto-asset transactions, eliminating a key barrier between traditional banking and digital assets.The decision allows banks to act as intermediaries in crypto trades by simultaneously buying from one customer and selling to another without holding inventory.The policy shift marks the OCC’s most aggressive step yet toward integrating crypto into mainstream banking, building on earlier approvals for custody services and balance sheet holdings.Banks can now facilitate client crypto trades while assuming only minimal settlement and credit risk. OCC Interpretive Letter 1188 confirms that a national…

Idowu Abdullahi The Lagos State Health Management Agency has introduced two new health insurance packages targeted at Nigerians abroad and visitors coming into the state, marking a major expansion of its Ilera-Eko diaspora offerings. The unveiling took place on Tuesday at the Agency’s 2025 fourth-quarter Media Parley in Alausa, where stakeholders applauded the initiative as a strategic step toward deepening access, strengthening health financing, and accelerating progress toward Universal Health Coverage. Speaking during the briefing, the Permanent Secretary of LASHMA, Dr. Emmanuella Zamba, said the new plans, Ilera-Eko Waka-Well and Ilera-Eko Home Konnect, were designed in response to rising demand…

A top official of the Nigeria Football Federation has revealed that Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, will be paid his outstanding salaries soon, as the country prepares for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, The PUNCH reports. Chelle was reported to be owed three months’ salary and bonuses by the NFF ahead of the tournament, which will be played from December 21 to January 18, 2026. Nigeria, and the 23 other sides are allowed to select up to 28 players for the 2025 finals, with Chelle’s list expected between today and Thursday. The deadline for naming squads is…

The UEFA Champions League resumed on Tuesday, with action across several centers in Europe. ​Day one of the sixth matchday featured a good number of interesting fixtures, and they all provided the expected excitement. ​Several Nigerian players were in action for their various clubs. In this article, we’ll review the performances of the players who featured. ​Ademola Lookman (Atalanta 1-0 Chelsea) Ademola Lookman tackled by Moises Caicedo during the UEFA Champions League 2025/2026, League Phase MD6 football match between Atalanta BC and Chelsea Football Club Copyright: ImagoxIPAxSport/ABACAx ​Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman was in action for Atalanta on Tuesday. He…

United States Congressman, Riley Moore, on Wednesday shared accounts of violence against Christian communities in Benue State, recounting what he said he was told during a visit to camps for internally displaced persons. US delegates in Benue Writing on X, Moore said, while in Benue, he met “dozens of Christians who were driven from their homes and subjected to horrific violence and now live in IDP camps.” According to the congressman, those he spoke with described attacks that left entire families dead and forced survivors to flee their villages. “They told harrowing stories that will remain with me for the…

• Party ‘gave me nothing,’ says Rivers gov, laments ‘sabotage, betrayal’• Fubara: Would have become ‘former gov’ without Tinubu’s support• Adeleke will retain Osun under Accord Party, aide vows• Turaki-led faction says Fubara’s defection ‘self-inflicted injury’ The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) suffered twin blows yesterday as Rivers Governor Fubara joined the APC and Osun Governor Adeleke declared for Accord: moves that further fracture the opposition, strengthen APC’s grip across the South-South and South-West regions, and heighten anxieties over a drift toward one-party dominance ahead of the 2027 elections. Fubara formally ended months of speculation as he announced his defection, declaring…

Adamawa State Police Command has deployed additional personnel and operational assets to Lamurde Local Council following the state government’s declaration of a 24-hour curfew amid renewed communal violence. Spokesperson for the command, Suleiman Nguroje, in a statement, urged residents to comply fully with the curfew and remain indoors to prevent further breakdown of law and order. He noted that the Commissioner of Police (CP), Dankombo Morris, has ordered intensified enforcement across the affected communities. Security personnel were also confirmed to have been tasked with monitoring compliance, restoring calm and maintaining peace by all lawful means. The command reiterated its commitment…