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The outgoing Taraba State Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress has endorsed Governor Agbu Kefas for a second term in the 2027 governorship election. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the committee also endorsed President Bola Tinubu for re-election in the 2027 presidential poll. The Chairman of APC in Taraba, Alhaji Ibrahim El-Sudi, while addressing newsmen in Jalingo on Monday, said the endorsement was informed by the quality of leadership demonstrated by both the governor and the president in their offices. El-Suldi noted that since Kefas joined the APC, the party has worked closely with him to consolidate…

Popular Nigerian photographer and biker, Orowole Kolapoz, widely known as Kola Onifoto, has died following a lone motorcycle accident in Lagos. The 32-year-old travel enthusiast and brand influencer was reportedly involved in the crash on Sunday during what he described as his first solo motorcycle trip outside Lagos. Just hours before the accident, Kola had shared on his official Facebook page that he was heading to Akure on his bike. “Big shout out to those who have ridden their bikes to every state in this country, to Africa, and across the world, especially women. My eye see wheeen,” he wrote…

Deborah Tolu-Kolawole The National Agency for the Control of AIDS has announced that Nigeria will take delivery of Lenacapavir, a groundbreaking HIV prevention drug that has shown 100% effectiveness in preventing HIV infection in clinical trials. A short statement released by the Head of Public Relations, NACA, Toyin Aderibigbe, on Monday said the agency has secured regulatory approval from the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control. Lenacapavir is an injectable treatment administered twice a year, making it a more convenient alternative to daily oral prevention drugs. The drug is expected to be available in Nigeria and 119…

Galatasaray have left out Victor Osimhen from their Turkish Cup tie against Alanyaspor on Tuesday (today). Already qualified, Galatasaray will look to conclude their Group A campaign in the Ziraat Turkish Cup with a flawless four-game run, having won their three previous group-stage matches. The Istanbul giants are balancing a fierce Süper Lig title race with the demands of the UEFA Champions League knockout stage. They last won the Turkish Cup in 2019. However, the club has rested Osimhen and other key players to allow them “active rest,” according to an official statement by the Turkish champions. Incidentally, Osimhen scored…

A humorous video from Villarreal CF’s announcement of striker Tani Oluwaseyi’s signing last August has gone viral once again, Soccernet.ng reports. A post from the transfer news account DeadlineDayLive highlighted the La Liga club’s creative, light-hearted approach to introducing the Canadian international, who is eligible to represent Nigeria. The video shows Villarreal’s stadium announcer struggling to pronounce Oluwaseyi’s full name—Tanitoluwa Oluwatimilehin Oluwaseyi—before calling for a “run it back” to retry. Tani Oluwaseyi of Villarreal. Photo by Manuel Blondeau/IMAGO The moment culminates with Oluwaseyi himself stepping in to deliver the correct pronunciation, all set against the iconic yellow backdrop of Estadio…

The Niger State Governor, Mohammed Bago, has urged residents of the state to install solar electric systems in their homes to end the current blackout being faced in the state. The governor made this known while addressing newsmen on the planned protest by civil society groups in the state over the perennial electric power failure, which has imposed pains and frustration on the residents. The governor also addressed the water shortage in the state capital Minna, as well as the insecurity in parts of the state, calling on the residents to be patient with the government, stressing that something was…

Adeyinka Adedipe Two children have drowned in a muddy floodwater collection site at Erediauwa Street, off Sapele Road, in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area of Edo State. A witness, who spoke on condition of anonymity, told PUNCH Online that four children were playing around the area designated by the Edo State Government for floodwater collection when they slipped into the muddy site on Sunday. According to the source, two of the children were already dead before help arrived, while the other two were rescued and later resuscitated at a nearby hospital. “That area where the four kids slipped into is used…

Sevilla assistant coach Javi Martinez has praised Chidera Ejuke’s impact in their 2-2 draw against Betis in El Gran Derbi on Sunday, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Los Nervionenses staged an impressive comeback to secure a 2-2 draw against their city rivals. After falling two goals behind in the first half, they fought back to force their hosts to a stalemate. ​Two Super Eagles stars featured in the match; while Akor Adams played the full 90 minutes, Ejuke was introduced at halftime when Los Nervionenses were still desperately trying to salvage the game. Akor Adams and Ejuke. (Photo credit: Sevilla X) ​Ejuke made…

The Prayer & Support for the Nigerian Armed Forces and Other Security Agencies has joined millions of Nigerians across the world in celebrating the 84th birthday of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye. In a statement issued on Monday and signed by the Convener of PSNAFSA Ambassador Mary Fatile, the group expressed profound gratitude to God for sparing the life of the renowned cleric for another year. The organisation described Pastor Adeboye as “an enduring beacon of hope and guidance for millions across Nigeria and beyond,” crediting his life of service, humility,…

Super Falcons and AS Roma Women winger Omorinsola Babajide has described Nigeria’s WAFCON X triumph under Justin Madugu as the pinnacle of her career, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old made her debut for the Nigerian National team in 2023 after switching allegiance from England two years prior. However, she was riddled with joy when the opportunity of a maiden tournament with the green and whites came, and she grabbed it with both hands, scoring and providing an assist against Tunisia at the WAFCON 2024 tournament. Rinsola Babajide celebrates against Tunisia. Copyright: Super Falcons/X Get Our Sports News First – Join Our…