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Former member of the National Assembly, who represented Anambra South Senatorial District, Ikechukwu Obiorah, has submitted a constitutional amendment bill to the National Assembly, seeking to end decades of what he described as electoral manipulation and executive interference in Nigeria’s democratic process. The post Ex-lawmaker seeks review to deepen INEC, SIECs’ autonomy appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News – Nigeria and World News.

Super Eagles and Celtic forward Kelechi Iheanacho started his second game for the Hoops in their goalless draw against Hibernian, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Sevilla man has had a goal involvement in every one of his games for Brendan Rodgers’ side, except for the game against Hibernian at Celtic Park yesterday. Iheanacho hit the woodwork before he was taken off in the 67th minute, with Benjamin Nygren coming on in his place. Kelechi Iheanacho applauds the fans as he is substituted off. [Photo Credit/ ImagoxVagelisxGeorgariou].Get Our Sports News First – Join Our WhatsApp Channel Now! Despite not being on the scoresheet,…

Super Eagles and Sevilla centre-forward Akor Adams scored his first goal for the Spanish side in their 1-0 win over Rayo Vallecano, Soccernet.ng reports. Matias Almeyda’s side have had mixed form in the league this season, winning just two games before travelling to the Estadio de Vallecas. Adams joined the seven-time UEFA Europa League winners from Montpellier in January, but multiple thigh injuries have hampered his development in Spain. Akor Adams in action during the Spanish League, LaLiga EA Sports, football match played between Rayo Vallecano and Sevilla FC at Estadio de Vallecas on September 28, 2025, in Madrid, Spain.…

Tension has gripped Jesse community in Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State following the abduction of Mr. Francis Amakare, an in-law to Prince Joseph Orhomonokpaye, Senior Special Assistant on Community Newspapers to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Amakare was reportedly kidnapped on Friday, September 26, while returning home. The abductors, said to have operated swiftly and without resistance, have since contacted his family, demanding ₦10 million for his release. A family source confirmed the ransom demand and disclosed that the kidnappers warned against involving security agencies, heightening fears among relatives and residents. As of press time, Delta State Police Public…

HyperDrive DeFi protocol has suffered a $773,000 exploit affecting two accounts in its Treasury Bill market, with stolen funds split between BNB Chain and Ethereum networks through bridge transfers. The attack compromised positions using Theo Network’s thBILL as collateral, prompting immediate suspension of all money markets and withdrawals across the platform. #PeckShieldAlert @hyperdrivedefi has reported a compromise of 2 accounts in the thBILL market, resulting in a loss of ~$773K.The stolen funds were split and bridged out:• 288.37 $BNB → #BNBChain• 123.6 $ETH → #Ethereum pic.twitter.com/P7Yire2Xdg— PeckShieldAlert (@PeckShieldAlert) September 28, 2025 Second Major Exploit Strikes Hyperliquid Ecosystem in 72 HoursCertiK’s…

Nigeria’s vote for the 2025 Women’s Yashin Trophy has been revealed, with the country’s representative journalist placing England’s Hannah Hampton above Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie in the final ballot, Soccernet.ng reports. Multiple reports suggest that Tega Onojaife of Smooth 98.1 FM placed Hampton first, and Nnadozie second in her votes. The Chelsea goalkeeper received votes from 47 out of the 50 journalists who voted for the Women’s Yachine Trophy. Nigerian journalist voted Hannah Hampton first for Yachine Trophy. https://t.co/VlGJZMS5jq pic.twitter.com/NxZWcnQEta — (@IyawoChelsea) September 27, 2025 The Women’s Yashin Trophy, introduced this year as part of the Ballon d’Or awards,…

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has cautioned the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) against interpreting court judgments relating to the ongoing local government crisis in the state. This comes after NULGE president in Osun, Nathaniel Ogungbangbe, alleged during a press conference in Osogbo that the Minister of Finance, the Attorney General of the Federation, and the Accountant-General of the Federation had released withheld federal allocations for local councils to APC chairmen reinstated by a Court of Appeal judgment delivered in February 2025. In a statement signed by its Director of Media and Information,…

Ademola Lookman found himself at the center of a controversial transfer saga that saw his move away from the Bergamo stadium dragged and blocked… Former Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has backed Ademola Lookman to put his transfer saga behind him and rediscover his best form at Atalanta Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian attacker was on the verge of leaving Atalanta during the 2025 summer transfer window, but his move to Inter Milan did not go through.  What has Yakubu Aiyegbeni said about Lookman’s transfer Speaking to Footy-Africa, Aiyegbeni admitted that missing out on a big move can weigh heavily on…

Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command has arrested a security guard identified as Godday, who worked at a building formerly used by a commercial bank around Mothercat Junction, TransAmadi, Port Harcourt. The suspect was apprehended on Tuesday, September 23rd, for allegedly abducting and defiling a 14-year-old girl. According to the victim’s mother, she sent her daughter to withdraw money from an ATM at Mothercat on Saturday, September 20th, 2025. The girl withdrew money from one bank and then went to another bank to withdraw more cash. However, she was allegedly abducted by the suspect, who had been standing behind…

Amid global market turbulence, cryptocurrencies are once again capturing investors’ attention. With the first U.S. spot XRP ETF expected to be approved soon, market sentiment around XRP is surging, and analysts widely believe it has strong potential to break the $5 mark.At the same time, MSP Miner has announced the launch of its brand-new green XRP mobile mining app, offering users a low-barrier, safe, and sustainable way to participate. The app combines energy-efficient algorithms with renewable power sources, aligning with global carbon neutrality and green development trends—making it easier than ever for more people to enter the XRP ecosystem.Choosing MSP…