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APC group rejects deputy gov’s nominationEkiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has announced the dissolution of the State Executive Council with immediate effect. The announcement was contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof. Habitat Adubiaro, and made available yesterday to newsmen in Ado-Ekiti. Recall that the governor had, at a retreat for the commissioners, said he planned to assess their performance every six months, based on their ability to implement the administration’s development agenda. Oyebanji had said the assessment would determine their continued stay in office, as he vowed that a poor rating would…

Sudan head coach Kwesi Appiah has sent a bold message to Nigeria’s home-based Super Eagles ahead of their make-or-break clash at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), Soccernet.ng reports. The Ghanaian tactician has made it clear that his brave Sudan will face the West African giant without fear. The two sides meet on Tuesday evening at the 15,000-capacity Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar for a crucial Group D encounter. Sudan’s Ghanaian coach Kwesi Appiah. Photo by IMAGO Nigeria, who began their campaign with a narrow 1-0 defeat to defending champions Senegal, are desperate for a response to avoid an early exit…

Operatives of the Police command in Lagos State have detained six suspects for allegedly kidnapping two people. The Commissioner of Police, Lagos Command, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, confirmed this to journalists on Monday in Lagos. He said the suspects were apprehended for conspiracy and abduction On July 13, one Ayogu Kelvin of Yaba reported that unknown persons abducted his 16-year-old son. They allegedly collected ₦2,000,000, a headset, school bag, and an iPhone 12. Based on the report, detectives from the Anti-Kidnapping Unit acted swiftly. They traced and arrested the suspects, aged between 22 and 26 years. Similarly, on Aug. 1, police…

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has predicted thunderstorms and rain from Monday to Wednesday across the country. ‎NiMet’s weather outlook, released on Sunday in Abuja, envisaged morning thunderstorms on Monday over the northern region, with moderate rains expected over parts of Sokoto, Kebbi, Adamawa, and Taraba States. According to it, thunderstorms with moderate rains are expected over parts of Bauchi, Borno, Kaduna, Kano, Jigawa, Taraba and Adamawa States later in the day. The agency envisaged a high possibility of flooding occurring in parts of Katsina, Kebbi, Zamfara, and Sokoto States during the forecast period. ” For the Central Region, there are…

The 45-cap Super Eagles star is expected to play a big role for his club this season, but he has suffered a drawback Super Eagles midfielder Oghenekaro Etebo will be out for at least four weeks after suffering a hamstring injury in Genclerbirligi’s 2-1 loss to Samsunspor last Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports. Etebo captained Genclerbirligi to Super Lig promotion last season after finishing second in the Turkish Lig. 1. So, coming into this season, the Super Eagles star was expected to plan an important role for the club. Super Eagles star Oghenekaro Etebo chasing the ball (Photo by Imago) Unfortunately for…

Paul Onuachu wasted no time in reminding Trabzonspor fans why the club fought so hard to secure his signature permanently this summer, delivering the decisive goal in their 1-0 victory over newly-promoted Kocaelispor in Monday’s Turkish Super Lig opener, Soccernet.ng reports. Having been a talisman during his loan spell from Southampton in the 2023-24 campaign, where he netted 17 goals and became an instant fan favourite, Onuachu’s permanent arrival was one of Trabzonspor’s biggest transfer priorities. Last season, Southampton refused to part with him despite persistent interest, but this summer the Black Sea club finally got their man. Nigeria and…

Felix Ukpo, the father of David Nwamini, a Nigerian youth at the center of a UK organ trafficking case involving former Nigerian senator, Ike Ekweremadu, has died, his son Boniface confirmed on Monday in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State. Ukpo had reportedly suffered emotional distress over his son’s ordeal and the prolonged absence from his family since the case emerged in 2022.According to Boniface, Ukpo, who died on Sunday afternoon at 12 p.m, had not spoken to David since the incident happened in 2022, adding that the deceased has been sick over the saga. The case traces back to June 2022 when…

Olasunkanmi Akinlotan Activities around the Murtala Muhammed Airport in Lagos were disrupted on Monday as hundreds of physically challenged individuals staged a protest over the closure of a government-run school for people with disabilities. The protesters, armed with a banner of the Farmcraft Centre for the Blind, blocked major access roads to the airport, causing significant traffic gridlock and halting movement for passengers and airport staff. The protest has held the airport operations to ransom, as this may lead to many passengers missing their flights. Passengers with luggage were seen trekking long distances to catch up with their flights. According…

Raja Casablanca were earlier in the market to secure the signing of Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali… Moroccan giants Raja Casablanca are turning their attention to Nigerian forward Isaac Success after being linked with Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, Soccernet.ng reports. According to Africa Foot, the three-time CAF Champions League winners are in advanced talks with Success, who is currently under contract with Al Wasl in the United Arab Emirates. The 29-year-old is seen as a key target to strengthen Raja’s attacking options as they seek to bounce back from a disappointing campaign. Success is no stranger to top-level football.…

Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has said he cannot forgive President Bola Tinubu, accusing him of arrogance, ignoring political allies, and failing to address grievances dating back to before the 2023 general election. Speaking on Channels Television, Lawal said Tinubu’s conduct since assuming office had confirmed his view that the president is unwilling to recognise the contributions of those who supported his rise to power. He said holding public office should not fundamentally alter a person’s character or attitude. “When you become president, it doesn’t change who you are,” Lawal said. “But with him,…