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Founder and National Leader of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Seriake Dickson, has sympathised with party aspirants over the irregularities recorded during the party’s recently concluded primary elections, assuring members that measures are being put in place to address grievances and improve future exercises. Dickson made the remarks during an interview on Arise Television, where he acknowledged that the primary election process was not without challenges but urged aggrieved aspirants and party members to show understanding given the circumstances under which the party operated. According to him, while the exercise was not perfect, the NDC should be judged within…

Lagos State Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu  presented a governorship ticket comprising Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat and sustainability professional Princess Damilola Sonayon-James, describing the pair as capable leaders equipped to sustain Lagos State’s development agenda. Sanwo-Olu made the announcement in a statement on Thursday, describing the ticket as a reflection of the strength, diversity, and future aspirations of Lagos State. “Today, I present a ticket that reflects the strength, diversity, and future of our great state”, he stated.The governor said the true measure of sustainable governance lies in the ability to transfer leadership to capable and tested individuals…

Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has expressed her delight at Zadok Yohanna’s transfer to Brighton, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Nnadozie, who has been with Brighton for a year, has firmly established herself as a regular starter. Last season, she featured in 19 English Women’s Super League games, helping the team secure a 7th-place finish. ​She was the club’s only Nigerian player until last week, when Brighton confirmed the signing of Zadok Yohanna from AIK for a Swedish record fee of €28 million. Zadok Yohanna signs for Brighton. (Photo credit: Brighton/X) Though the youngster only moved to Europe from Nigeria last year, his…

The Niger State Government has urged residents to go about their normal activities and disregard reports of bandit invasions in the state capital and other communities. The Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Obed Nana, made this known in a statement on Thursday, assuring residents, particularly school authorities, that Niger State remains safe, secure, and conducive for teaching and learning. The commissioner was reacting to reports of the invasion of some schools in Minna and its environs, as well as the alleged abduction of pupils, students, and teachers. The reports sparked panic in some schools, resulting in the hurried closure of…

The Cross River State Police Command has arrested a patent medicine dealer and another suspect in connection with a murder incident in Afokang Community, Calabar South Local Council. Confirming the arrest in a statement, the command’s spokesperson, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, said that officers from Efut Division responded to the information received at about 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday from a correctional officer, who disclosed that community members had apprehended persons linked to a murder incident. Eitokpah said police officers took custody of a male and female suspect afterwards and immediately commenced preliminary investigations, with both suspects denying any knowledge of or…

Gift Habib Stakeholders in the education sector have renewed calls for increased policy support, improved access to funding, and stronger institutional frameworks for women involved in social enterprise within basic and senior secondary education. The call was made at the 2026 Women-Led Education and Social Enterprise Impact Summit held in Abuja on Wednesday, where government officials, education leaders, and development partners gathered to discuss the role of women in strengthening the education system. The summit, themed ‘Empowering Women Social Entrepreneurs in Basic and Senior Secondary Education: Driving Policy Influence, Access to Finance, and Institutional Support,’ was organised by the Centre…

Manchester United have reportedly placed Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru on their shortlist as the club prepares for a major midfield rebuild ahead of the new season, Soccernet.ng reports. The 25-year-old Lazio star has emerged as an attractive option for the Red Devils as they look to strengthen their squad for another campaign that could include European football, according to United Report. United are expected to make changes in midfield, with experienced players potentially leaving and younger options needed to complement the likes of Kobbie Mainoo. One factor believed to have increased interest in Dele-Bashiru is his connection to Manchester…

As the football world looks ahead to the next FIFA World Cup, debate continues over the players who have left the greatest mark on the tournament’s history. With thousands of participants across 22 editions since 1930, selecting the top 10 remains a deeply subjective exercise that pits individual brilliance, team success, longevity and cultural impact against one another. In a fresh ranking on BBC Sport’s website, Pelé has been ranked number one as the undisputed king of the World Cup, the only player to win the trophy three times (1958, 1962 and 1970). The Brazilian superstar is followed by compatriots…

Former Chelsea captain John Terry believes Nigeria Super Eagles’ absence from the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be a major loss for the tournament, Soccernet.ng reports. However, the former England international is convinced that the disappointment of Nigeria’s non-qualification is being felt most strongly by his former teammate, John Obi Mikel. Speaking during a virtual media roundtable on SuperSport on the eve of the tournament in North America, Terry said he would have preferred to see the Super Eagles among the teams competing at the expanded 48-team competition being hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada. Former Chelsea stars…

The World Cup kicks off Thursday with co-hosts Mexico taking on South Africa in the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, launching a sprawling tournament of 48 teams that will last nearly six weeks. The extravaganza hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada is the biggest World Cup in history, stretching until the final in New Jersey on July 19. It is projected to generate a record-breaking $`13 billion in total revenue but football’s world governing body FIFA has faced stinging criticism over the eye-watering costs of tickets while Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown has seen a top referee, Iranian team…