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Stop misleading public, causing division, Anyanwu warns Ologunagba As preparations intensify for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Elective Convention on November 15 and 16 in Ibadan, Oyo State, governors in the party have reiterated their commitment to internal democracy, transparency and unity within the party. However, the National Secretary, Samuel Anyanwu, warned the Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, against making statements that could mislead the public and exacerbate division within the party. At a meeting of the National Convention Organising Committee (NCOC) Protocol Sub-Committee, yesterday, in Abuja, Chairman of NCOC, Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State, alongside Chairman of the Protocol Sub-Committee, Governor…

Kelechi Iheanacho was left out from Nigeria’s squad for their upcoming games against Lesotho and Benin… Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho scored the opener for Celtic in their 3-2 victory over Motherwell at Celtic Park, Soccernet.ng reports. Iheanacho returned to the starting lineup for Celtic when they played hosts to Motherwell on Sunday. The Super Eagles striker had a fine start to life in Glasgow, with two goals and one assist in his first three games. But he failed to score in his previous two. Scottish Premiership Football, Kilmarnock versus Celtic Kelechi Iheanacho of Celtic celebrates to the fans after…

We’re not surprised Tinubu kept alleged certificate forger in cabinet, says ADC The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Geoffrey Nnaji, has accused the Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, of sponsoring allegations of certificate forgery against him. With the foregoing, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) said it was not surprised that President Bola Tinubu retained Nnaji in the Federal Government, even after the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) and the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) disowned the certificates he presented for his appointment. Speaking yesterday in Abuja through his spokesperson, Dr Robert Ngwu, the minister said the unfounded allegation was a political…

A fresh wave of tension has gripped Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom in Aniocha South Local Council of Delta State following strong condemnation by the Ogwashi-Uku Town Union (OTU) of a communiqué issued by a faction of the Ogwashi-Uku Development Association (ODA), which accused the traditional ruler, His Royal Majesty, Obi Ifechukwude Aninshi Okonjo II, of alleged high-handedness. The factional ODA group, after a purported town hall meeting, accused the monarch of directing farmers to seek palace permission before engaging in farming activities and threatened to declare some quarters and villages in the kingdom as autonomous communities. But in a strongly worded statement…

The Flying Eagles of Nigeria sealed their place in the round of 16 of the 2025 FIFA Under-20 World Cup after a 1-1 draw against Colombia on Monday. It was a game that Nigeria could have easily won if they had converted all their chances. But it took a late Daniel Bameyi goal from the penalty spot which canceled an earlier strike from Colombia’s Kener Gonzalez to ensure it ended 1-1. Most of the players were good on the night, and if they were a bit more lucky, they could have ended up with the victory. Nigeria Flying Eagles should…

The Super Eagles have arrived in Polokwane, South Africa, as preparations intensify ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho on Friday, Soccernet.ng reports. Head coach Eric Chelle and his staff settled into The Ranch Hotel early Monday, with players flying in from their club bases across Europe and Asia via Johannesburg. Training begins Tuesday morning at the nearby Peter Mokaba Stadium, the same venue for Friday’s decisive Group C clash. Photo Credit: Super Eagles /X Injury clouds over Super Eagles defence While Chelle will draw encouragement from the blistering form of several attacking stars, the injury report…

President Bola Tinubu has ordered an immediate downward review of the 2026 Hajj fares, following the continued appreciation of the naira against the dollar, a key factor in determining pilgrimage costs. Vice President Kashim Shettima, who conveyed the directive on Monday during a meeting with the management and board of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, gave the commission 48 hours to produce new, realistic fares. Shettima urged national and state Hajj officials, including governors, to work in synergy to adopt the revised fare structure and ensure prompt remittances to the Central Bank of…

Passengers and residents of Ilasamanja, Lagos, on Monday condemned a Nigerian soldier who allegedly assaulted a tricycle driver over traffic obstruction and failure to use his indicators, sparking a 30-minute gridlock in the area. The altercation occurred around 2:43 p.m., drawing the attention of motorists and commuters. Witnesses said the soldier, identified as Enenche K., slapped the tricycle operator after his motorcycle collided with the tricycle. The soldier claimed the driver had failed to signal properly and nearly caused an accident. An elderly passenger inside the tricycle intervened, confronting the soldier and accusing him of abusing his uniform. “You lack…

Noah Atubolu is eligible for Nigeria and Germany by virtue of his parents and his place of birth… The German Football Association have announced that Freiburg goalkeeper Noah Atubolu has been invited to the national team for their upcoming FIFA World Cup Qualifiers,  Soccernet.ng reports.  Atubolu has been a subject of interest from Nigeria, as he has proven to be a top goalkeeper at Freiburg. He has been a regular for Freiburg for the last two seasons. The 23-year-old shot-stopper was born in Germany to Nigerian parents, but he chose to represent the former at international level. Noah Atubolu in…

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Geoffrey Uche Nnaji, has accused the Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, of masterminding allegations of certificate forgery leveled against him. Speaking in Abuja through his spokesperson, Dr. Robert Ngwu, the Minister described the allegation as a politically motivated witch-hunt aimed at discrediting him ahead of the governor’s alleged plan to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). “Mbah wants Nnaji out of his way. He has given a new name to all his problems. He is seeking a second term in office, and the only way to achieve this is to…