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The prospect of former President Goodluck Jonathan contesting the 2027 presidential election remains uncertain. This was disclosed by Hon. Emmanuel Ogidi, Chairman of the South-South Committee of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), adding that the party is not aware of such intentions. Speaking with The Guardian in Asaba on Monday, Ogidi stated that the party’s immediate priority is its upcoming convention and the election of a new executive committee (Exco), and not the general elections. “For now, he is still an elder statesman, a former president, and a member of the PDP — that is all. We don’t know anything…

Victor Osimhen has barely kicked off his first full season at Galatasaray, but the Nigerian striker is already attracting headlines for reasons beyond football, Soccernet.ng reports. Fresh from completing the most expensive transfer in Turkish football history, the 26-year-old could be preparing to add ‘film star’ to his glittering résumé. Osimhen, who scored 37 goals and provided eight assists during his loan spell in Istanbul last season, played a key role in helping Galatasaray lift both the league and cup titles.  New Galatasaray signing Victor Osimhen. Photo Credit: Galatasaray X Page The former Napoli striker has already featured this term,…

The processes to woo the duo of ex-Gov Idris Wada and ex-Gov Ibrahim Idris of Kogi State to the ruling APC were ignited with the informal visit of the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, and the incumbent Gov. Ahmed Usman Ododo to Wada’s residence on Sunday. Wada and Idris are both former governors of Kogi State who are still card-carrying members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Ex-Gov Ibrahim Idris governed Kogi State for 9 years between 2003 and 2012 on the platform of the PDP, while ex-Gov Idris Wada, who succeeded him, also ruled Kogi State…

The leadership and elders of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Plateau State’s central zone have endorsed Governor Caleb Mutfwang for a second term in office. The move came to light when the party stakeholders of the zone gathered in Jos over the weekend. The chairman of the PDP in the zone, Monday Daspan, after some formalities, opened the floodgate of remarks on the occasion, where he stated that the ability of Governor Mutfwang to take sole decisions on critical issues which bordered on the collective interest of the citizens aligned with the most desirable wishes of the people. While…

Turkey national team coach Vincenzo Montella has praised Victor Osimhen’s record-breaking transfer to Galatasaray, describing the move as a defining moment for Turkish football, Soccernet.ng reports. Victor Osimhen, who returned to Istanbul this summer after a spectacular loan spell from Napoli, became the most expensive signing in Turkish football history when Galatasaray paid €75m to secure his services permanently. The fee set a new benchmark for the Süper Lig as Galatasaray showed their ambition to remain a force in Europe. New Galatasaray signing Victor Osimhen. Photo Credit: Galatasaray X Page Napoli had initially been reluctant to let Victor Osimhen leave…

The Obidient Movement has decried the widespread vote-buying that allegedly marred Saturday’s by-elections across the country, warning that Nigeria’s democracy risks being reduced to an “open market” where political power is auctioned to the highest bidder. In a strongly worded statement signed by its National Coordinator, Dr. Yanusa Tanko, the movement said the practice of trading votes for money not only undermines good governance but also mortgages the future of millions of Nigerians. “Elections are not supposed to be an auction block for politicians who loot our national treasury,” Tanko said. “Until we collectively say no to vote selling and…

Nigeria cannot depend on punishment alone to defeat entrenched corruption, the country’s anti-graft chief warned on Monday, stressing the need for stronger institutions, asset recovery and coordinated regional action. “Global experience and our laws show that punishment alone is not enough,” said Musa Aliyu, chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). Aliyu spoke in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, at a one-day roundtable with attorneys-general from the North East. The gathering was part of a nationwide series of consultations to build a united front against corruption. He described corruption as “one of the most…

Ahmed Amshi At least 612 residents of Potiskum in Yobe State have been displaced following heavy rainfall and flooding that swept through the town on August 15, the State Emergency Management Agency has said. SEMA’s Executive Secretary, Mohammed Goje, disclosed in a report on Saturday that the victims, drawn from 102 households across five political wards, are now camped at Sabon Gari Primary School, Potiskum, while others are being hosted by relatives and neighbouring communities. According to Goje, women and children make up the majority of the displaced, with communities such as Old Prison, Filin Mashe, Unguwar Makafi, Unguwar Jaje…

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on Nigerians to participate actively in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR), stressing that the Permanent Voter Card (PVC) is the most powerful tool citizens have to influence the nation’s future. In a statement shared on his official X account on Monday, Obi described the PVC as “the voice of the voiceless, the shield of the weak, and the weapon of the poor against injustice and bad leadership.” He urged Nigerians not to underestimate the value of their votes, noting that democracy draws its greatest strength from the ballot. The former…

Nigerian footballers delivered standout performances across England, France, Spain, and Turkey as the 2025-26 league seasons entered full gear this weekend, Soccernet.ng reports.  England – Nottingham Forest In a dominant display at the City Ground, defender Ola Aina played the full 90 minutes at right-back as Nottingham Forest secured a 3-1 win over Brentford. Aina won eight duels, made two crucial tackles, and played a pivotal role in sustaining Forest’s defensive solidity. Nigeria and Nottingham Forest star Ola Aina. Copyright: Photo by IMAGO The win featured a double from forward Chris Wood and a strike from Dan Ndoye. Meanwhile, compatriot…