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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum has criticised last week’s by-elections, alleging that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) conducted the exercise amid irregularities and excessive militarisation. In a communique issued at the conclusion of their meeting in Gusau, Zamfara State, and signed by the forum’s Chairman, Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, the PDP governors said the elections were marred by widespread vote buying, violence, and heavy military presence. “The forum condemns the over-militarisation of last Saturday’s by-elections, characterised by widespread irregularities, vote buying and violence and calls on Nigerians to be more circumspect in protecting their votes,”…

Super Eagles and Bayer 04 Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface is closing in on a move to Italian side AC MIlan, Soccernet.ng reports. The Rossoneri have agreed personal terms with the 24-year-old striker, with a loan move plus option to buy agreement in place with Leverkusen, all subject to a medical success. However, it appears Boniface’s move to Italy has raised questions and could now be in doubt upon further checks. The Nigerian striker arrived in Milan yesterday in a bid to complete his move to Italy. Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs. FC Augsburg Victor Boniface. [Photo Credit/ Imago].Get Our Sports News First…

In SummaryMauritius ranks among the top in Africa with a property rights index score of 86 out of 100, reflecting efficient registration processes and strong enforcement mechanisms.Transparent land governance reduces transaction costs, mitigates expropriation risks, and supports sectors such as agriculture, real estate, mining, and tourism, attracting both domestic and foreign capital.Recent reforms, including South Africa’s Expropriation Act and Rwanda’s land title issuance, illustrate how mature land systems balance historical equity issues with market efficiency, promoting sustainable development and inclusive access to land.Deep Dive!!Land ownership and governance are central to economic stability, investment attraction, and social development in Africa. As…

The Police command in Niger State says it has arrested six suspects for allegedly stealing a 300 KVA transformer along Kaduna Road. This is contained in a statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, issued on Saturday in Minna. According to Abiodun, on Aug. 20, at about 9 p.m., credible intelligence was received at Maje Division about one Mustapha Haladu, 28, of Kaduna Road. Haladu and his accomplice, Abubakar Ibrahim, 26, of the same area, were allegedly planning to dispose of a stolen 300 KVA transformer that night. On receiving the information, the Divisional Police Officer, Maje…

Idowu Abdullahi Medical experts have expressed deep concern over the Federal Government’s drastic 97 per cent reduction in the family planning budget for 2025, warning that it could trigger a surge in unplanned pregnancies, unsafe abortions, and sexually transmitted infections nationwide. The allocation, which dropped from N2.2 billion in 2024 to just N66.39 million in 2025, has been described as a major setback to reproductive health services for women, especially in rural and underserved areas. According to them, the budget slash may hinder the availability and accessibility of free contraceptive services at public health centres, where many women rely on…

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has lifted the lid on his former teammates as he singles out Jay-Jay Okocha and Haruna Babangida, Soccernet.ng reports.  The Spaniard, who enjoyed spells at PSG, Barcelona and Rangers before moving to the Premier League, shared the revelations in a fun interview with Sport Bible, where he answered quick-fire questions about his past dressing room experiences. Per the former Arsenal player, Okocha is one of the most skillful players he has ever played with, while cheekily naming Babangida as the worst-dressed. Watch the video here: Mikel Arteta ️ Jay-Jay Okocha Haruna Babangida pic.twitter.com/dcXQLT27lJ — Olúwashínà Okeleji…

Sadiq Umar has been linked with Girona and Valencia in recent weeks, but another LaLiga club playing continental football has entered the mix… Spanish LaLiga club Rayo Vallecano have expressed their interest in signing Super Eagles striker Sadiq Umar from Real Sociedad, Soccernet.ng reports. The talks surrounding Sadiq Umar’s future have dragged on since the end of last summer. The Super Eagles spent half of last season at Valencia after struggling to make an impact at Real Sociedad in his first 28 months at the club due to injuries and loss of form. Super Eagles striker Sadiq Umar at Real…

The Bayelsa government has directed the Police and other security agencies to strengthen security around Letugbene and Ogbotubo communities in Ekeremor Local Government Area. Deputy Governor, Mr Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, gave the directive during a meeting with community leaders and senior government officials at his office in Yenagoa on Saturday. He noted renewed clashes between the neighbouring communities over a disputed land where Renaissance Africa Energy Company, formerly Shell, had sited a project. Urging both communities to sustain their long-standing cordiality, he cautioned against allowing oil firms to instigate divisions that could trigger intra- or inter-communal crises. Ewhrudjakpo warned that the…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe The Lagos State Health Facilities Monitoring and Accreditation Agency has disclosed that it shut down 30 health facilities across the state within the past year for operating illegally or failing to meet the minimum required standards set by the government. The disclosure was made on Friday, during a sensitisation town hall meeting organised by the agency at the Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government Secretariat. The event seeks to educate residents on the agency’s responsibilities and the importance of seeking healthcare from accredited facilities. Speaking at the meeting, the Permanent Secretary of HEFAMAA, Dr. Abiola Idowu, stated that the closures were…

Super Eagles and Bayer 04 Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface is closing in on a move to Italian side AC MIlan, Soccernet.ng reports. The Rossonerri have agreed personal terms with the 24-year-old striker, with a loan move plus option to buy agreement in place with Leverkusen, all subject to a medical success. However, it appears Boniface’s move to Italy has raised questions and could now be in doubt upon further checks. The Nigerian striker arrived in Milan yesterday in a bid to complete his move to Italy. Coach Xabi Alonso Leverkusen holds the trophy, next to him Jeremie Frimpong, Victor Boniface, Florian…