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A former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, Timi Frank, has urged President Bola Tinubu to ensure more balanced governance and equitable national development across the country. In a statement on Monday, Frank criticised what he described as the concentration of government activities and investments in Lagos, calling for a more inclusive approach that reflects the interests of all regions. Since assuming office in May 2023, Tinubu has faced allegations of uneven appointments and distribution of development projects, though the Presidency has consistently denied the claims. Frank said Nigeria requires leadership that promotes fairness and guarantees equal…

Super Eagles star Ademola Lookman could be set for a tactical shift at Atletico Madrid, as Antoine Griezmann prepares to join Major League Soccer side Orlando City, according to Soccernet.ng. ​Griezmann has been linked with a move to the MLS for several months, with Orlando City consistently emerging as the most likely destination. While it initially seemed like he might leave the Metropolitano in January, negotiations stalled. However, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano revealed on Monday morning that the Frenchman has finally reached an agreement with Orlando City to join at the end of the current campaign. ​Despite having a contract…

The President-General of the Ozoro Progress Union, Asiafa Berkeley, has explained why young unmarried girls are traditionally forbidden from appearing during certain moments of the Alue-Do festival in Delta State. Berkeley clarified this while condemning the harassment of women during the event. During the festival in one of the communities in Ozoro, in Delta, some men were seen in viral videos groping, harassing and assaulting women in broad daylight, with some social media users describing the event as a “rape festival.” Speaking on Channels TV’s The Morning Brief programme on Monday, Berkeley said the restriction on young girls is rooted…

Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi could be punished by the English FA following his goal for Nottingham Forest in their 3-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Awoniyi was one of the heroes on Sunday, coming off the bench to score and wrap up a dominant 3-0 victory for Nottingham Forest during their trip to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. ​It was only the second goal of the campaign for the Super Eagles star, who has endured a difficult season marred by injuries and a loss of form. The sheer relief on his face was evident as he found…

Saheed Oyelakin The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Sunday condemned the assault of women and girls during the Alue-Do Festival in Ozoro, Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State. In a statement personally signed by her, Tinubu described the viral footage showing girls being chased, stripped, molested, and subjected to degrading treatment as “horrific” and “barbaric.” She emphasised that while Nigeria’s diverse cultures and traditions are deeply respected, no custom justifies violating the dignity or freedom of any woman or girl. “I watched the horrific viral footage emerging from Ozoro, Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State,…

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has urged troops of Operation Fasan Yamma and other formations of the Nigerian Army to remain united, disciplined, and committed to defending the nation, as Muslims across Nigeria celebrate Eid-el-Fitr. Shaibu conveyed the message on Sunday during a special Eid-el-Fitr Sallah luncheon held for frontline personnel within the 8 Division Area of Responsibility in Dan-Ali, Danmusa Local Government Area of Katsina State. Represented by the Commander, Infantry Corps and Centre, Maj.-Gen. Godwin Mutkut, the Army Chief, described the occasion as both a celebration and an opportunity for reflection on service, sacrifice, and…

Man City lifted the 2026 Carabao Cup after a controlled 2-0 win over Arsenal at Wembley, but the story of the night went beyond the goals, according to Super Eagles legend Sunday Oliseh, Soccernet.ng reports. While 21-year-old Nico O’Reilly will grab the headlines for his quick-fire brace, former Ajax and Juventus midfielder Oliseh believes the real difference came from City’s creative players. Reacting after the game, Oliseh praised the influence of Jeremy Doku, Rayan Cherki and Bernardo Silva, who helped City take full control in the second half. Man City, 2026 Carabao Cup champions. Copyright: xCraigxMercerx/IMAGO “Big statement made by…

The Delta State government on Sunday welcomed 16-year-old autistic cyclist, Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, during a brief stop in Asaba on his endurance journey. Kanyeyachukwu, from Enugu State, arrived with his parents, members of the Kanyeyachukwu Autism Foundation, cycling officials, and a medical support team. The visit formed part of his long-distance ride from Enugu through Anambra, with Lagos as the final destination. At the Government House, the cyclist and his entourage were received by the Governor’s wife, Mrs. Tobore Oborevwori. Also present were senior officials, including the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu, the Assembly member, Mrs. Bridget Anyafulu,…

By Solomon Odeniyi Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have foiled attempts by drug trafficking syndicates to smuggle illicit substances concealed in carton walls, winter jackets, and body cream containers through Murtala Muhammed International Airport and a Lagos-based courier firm. The agency said two consignments bound for Italy were intercepted at the Lagos airport, leading to the arrest of suspects linked to the shipments. In a statement released on Sunday, the agency’s spokesman, Femi Babafemi, said one of the suspects, 37-year-old Friday Ehianuka, was intercepted on Friday, March 20, 2026, while attempting to board an Ethiopian Airlines flight…

Israel launched a fresh wave of strikes on Monday at Iran, which threatened retaliation against vital infrastructure across the Middle East in a war that has plunged the world into its worst energy crisis in decades. Explosions rang out in Tehran, Iranian media reported, while Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates said they were intercepting missiles and drones. At least 40 energy assets across the oil- and gas-exporting region have been “severely or very severely damaged” in the conflict, said International Energy Agency chief Fatih Birol, as the war ignited by Israel-US attacks on Iran entered its fourth week.…