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The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to comply with a Supreme Court judgment that nullified existing wards and units in Warri Federal Constituency, warning that any voter registration exercise conducted under the voided structure is unlawful. In a statement by its spokesman, Binebia Princewill, the council said the apex court had, in December 2022, declared the delineation of Warri Federal Constituency “fraudulent, non-existent, and unrepresentative of the population,” and directed INEC to carry out a comprehensive re-delineation. The group accused INEC of disregarding the ruling by going ahead with continuous voter registration, despite…

Asisat Oshoala has announced herself in Saudi Arabia in the only way she knows how: by scoring goals and collecting awards, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Falcons star has been crowned the Saudi Women’s Premier League Player of the Month for September after a dazzling start to life with Al Hilal Women. The 30-year-old forward opened her account on debut against Al Qadsiah and followed it up with a goal and an assist in each of her next two outings, against Al Ahli and Neom SC. Nigeria Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala. Photo Credit: Al Hilal / X Her tally of…

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has said that real changes to Nigeria’s election system will not happen under President Bola Tinubu’s government. Amaechi made the remarks while speaking at the 2027 National Political Dialogue on Electoral Reforms webinar held on Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day. He criticised the current government and politicians in general for not being serious about addressing the country’s electoral problems. “There is absolutely nothing anybody can do about electoral reform in Nigeria, especially under this present government—absolutely nothing,” Amaechi said. He also pointed out that many politicians invited to the meeting were once in government but…

A group of young politicians in Lagos has launched The Progressives Group, a socio-political organisation aimed at promoting social reforms and advancing the programmes, policies, and agenda of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the state and national levels. The group, comprising seasoned politicians with over three decades of grassroots experience, expressed commitment to the progress and advancement of Lagos State. In a statement on Wednesday by the Chairman, Shakiru Agiyon Wusu, and Publicity Secretary, Prince Adewale Samson, they pledged to proffer solutions to challenges and provide policy recommendations to leaders, leveraging their experiences for a better and more prosperous…

In July, Nigerian international goalkeeper Maduka Okoye was hit with a two-month suspension after being found guilty of illegal betting by Italian football authorities, Soccernet.ng reports. The case revolved around Udinese’s Serie A clash with Lazio on March 11, 2024, when Okoye picked up a yellow card for time-wasting in the 64th minute with his side leading 2-1. Unusual betting patterns linked to his caution raised red flags. Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye Wagers predicting Okoye would be booked, many placed at 8/1 odds in the Udine area, triggered suspicions after returning more than €120,000 in winnings. Following a lengthy…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of plotting to sell off Nigeria’s collective wealth by allegedly planning to privatise the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). At a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, ADC National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, said the party fully aligns with oil unions in rejecting the proposed amendments to the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) and alleged moves to sell NNPCL’s equity in high-performing joint ventures to cronies and proxies. “We are convinced that…

Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has described his administration’s ongoing infrastructural and social development initiatives as “lifelines” designed to reconnect communities, revive the economy, and secure the state’s future. Speaking at the 65th Independence Anniversary celebration held at the Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Arcade in Akure, the governor said Ondo State is witnessing a “remarkable transformation” and assured residents of even greater progress in the coming months. He listed major projects including the dualisation of Akure-Idanre, Akungba-Ikare, and Okitipupa-Igbokoda roads, the construction of jetties and walkways in riverine areas, and the rehabilitation of five kilometres of roads in each of…

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has identified poverty as a major driver of insurgency, kidnapping, and insecurity in Nigeria. Yilwatda made the remark in a keynote address at the 20th Anniversary Convention and Award Night of the Plateau State Association in the United States of America (PSA-USA), held on Wednesday in Lanham, Maryland. The event wasthemed “Poverty Alleviation: A Pathway to Peaceful Co-existence.” Describing poverty as a “hydra-headed monster” being tackled by the government, Yilwatda lamented that 63 percent of Nigerians currently live in multidimensional poverty. Represented by Dr. Patrick Dakum, the APC…

Hundreds of All Progressives Congress (APC) supporters, including national, zonal, state, and ward leaders, staged a solidarity rally in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second-term bid. The walk, which began at the Tombia end of the Melford Okilo Expressway and ended at the Kpansia Secondary School playing field, saw enthusiastic supporters singing songs in praise of President Tinubu’s achievements in the state and across the country. Among notable figures at the rally were the Bayelsa State APC Chairman, Chief Dennis Otiotio; Managing Director of the Niger Delta River Basin Development Authority, Prince Ebitimi Amgbare; former…

Flying Eagles will be desperate to bounce back when they face Saudi Arabia in their second Group F clash at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile, Soccernet.ng reports. Aliyu Zubairu’s side suffered a frustrating 1–0 defeat to Norway in their opening game, conceding early through a VAR-awarded penalty before dominating large spells of the encounter without finding a breakthrough. Despite the setback, the performance showed that Nigeria have the talent to turn things around, with several players catching the eye even in defeat. Five Flying Eagles who could prove decisive vs Saudi Arabia 1. Kparobo Ariehri The lively forward…