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The leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) issued a strong warning to the general public, party members, and the international community on Monday, urging them to disregard the purported “new party headquarters” inaugurated by a faction led by former Senate President Senator David Mark. The party stressed that the faction lacks any “constitutional, moral, or legal authority” to speak on behalf of the party or represent its interests. In a statement signed by the National Chairman of the ADC, Hon. Nafiu Bala Gombe, the party described the action as a blatant and illegal attempt to usurp its leadership, which…

Former Senate Leader, Mohammed Ali Ndume, has raised the alarm over the growing wave of defections by governors and federal lawmakers from opposition parties to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), warning that the party risks internal collapse if the trend continues unchecked. Ndume, who represents Borno South in the Senate, spoke on Sunday night at the late Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe Annual Award Lecture held at the NICON Luxury Hotel, Abuja, where he received the honour of Most Outstanding Legislator and Advocate of National Unity. The lawmaker dismissed many defectors as political lightweights with little value to add to the…

DR Congo defeated the Super Eagles via a penalty shootout on Sunday night. Newcastle United striker Yoane Wissa has praised his DR Congo teammates, following their penalty shootout win over Nigeria’s Super Eagles in the final of the CAF World Cup playoffs on Sunday, Soccernet.ng reports. The Leopards edged one step closer to reaching their first World Cup since 1972 when they defeated Nigeria at the Prince Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat. It was a game that kept fans on their seats. The first half was pretty square, with both teams going at it. But after Victor Osimhen was subbed…

Less than 24 hours before the anticipated defection of Governor Agbu Kefas from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), all sixteen PDP members of the Taraba State House of Assembly have resigned from the party and joined the ruling APC. The development unfolded during Monday’s plenary session, where Speaker John Kizito Bonzina announced the resignations. He read letters submitted by the lawmakers, each stating their decision to leave the PDP for the APC. According to the Speaker, the defections fall under Section 109 of the Constitution, which permits lawmakers to switch parties in the event…

The Nigerian Army has mourned two officers killed during a terrorists’ ambush at Wajoriko community in Borno State over the weekend.Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Lt Col Appolonia Anele, confirmed the incident in a statement. She said that after the gun duel, the troops were led back safely by the Commander, 25 Task Force Brigade, Brig Gen M. Musa, and members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF). According to her, troops of the 25 Task Force Brigade, on routine patrol to secure communities around Wajiroko in Azir Multe, Damboa Local Council of Borno State, came under sudden and…

Genevieve Nnaji’s sharp response to a controversial tweet advising Igbo men to avoid marrying Igbo women has gone viral, drawing both praise and criticism. While many applauded her for defending Igbo women, others accused her of misinterpreting the post and being insensitive. Nollywood icon Genevieve Nnaji has waded into a heated online debate after a man advised Igbo men to marry women from outside their ethnic group rather than Igbo women. The man’s post, which quickly spread across social media, claimed that Igbo women were prone to making false accusations, including alleging sexual assault against their husbands. He suggested that…

Democratic Republic of Congo defender Noah Sadiki says his side’s dramatic victory over Nigeria in Rabat was built on one key plan: silence Victor Osimhen, and the Super Eagles become a very different team, Soccernet.ng reports. The 20-year-old Sunderland man offered a candid assessment after DR Congo edged a tense Africa Playoff final 4-3 on penalties to reach the Intercontinental playoffs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match had finished 1-1 after 120 minutes, with Nigeria delivering a performance that goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has apologised for. Super Eagles Alex Iwobi vs DR Congo. Photo Credit: CAF Comms DR Congo…

Victor Osimhen has been named among the final three nominees for the 2025 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen’s nomination caps a resurgent year that has restored the Super Eagles striker to African football’s top table. CAF confirmed the finalists on Sunday on its official X account, trimming the list from the 10-man shortlist originally released in October. The Galatasaray forward will contest the prestigious honour with Egypt’s Mohamed Salah and Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi. () – #CAFAwards2025 pic.twitter.com/C22pZJc3G7 — CAF_Online (@CAF_Online) November 16, 2025 It is a significant personal comeback for Osimhen, who missed out on…

The Lagos State government has restated the importance of sustainable solutions to climate change, waste management and environmental degradation during the 2025 Environmental Bees Club (EBC) Members and Handlers’ Sensitisation Programme held in Alausa over the weekend. The Permanent Secretary of the Office of Environmental Services, Dr Tajudeen Gaji, emphasised the need for awareness and personal responsibility in tackling environmental challenges. Represented by the Director of the Environmental Education Unit, Mrs Monsurat Banire, he said the sensitisation programme was designed to inspire action and transform mindsets by engaging young people as agents of change in environmental stewardship. A key feature…

The Super Eagles will lock horns with DR Congo today as they look to secure an international World Cup playoffs spot… Brentford midfielder Frank Onyeka has warned that the Super Eagles will put in their maximum effort against DR Congo when both teams lock horns in the final of the CAF World Cup playoffs on Sunday evening.  After failing to top their World Cup qualifiers group, the Super Eagles have an opportunity to redeem themselves in the World Cup playoffs, which they sneaked into by virtue of being one of the best second-placed teams in the qualifiers proper. The Super…