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The Labour Party has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening democracy, strengthening internal unity, and pursuing reforms that will advance Nigeria’s development. This resolution came during a high-powered virtual stakeholders’ meeting on Thursday, August 7, 2025, where party leaders and key figures across the country reviewed recent political developments and charted a path forward. Senior Special Adviser (Media) to the Interim National Chairman, Ken Eluma Asogwa, in a statement, indicated that participants passed a strong vote of confidence in Senator Nenadi Usman, praising her stewardship as Interim National Chairman and lauding her efforts to keep the party focused and united. The…

Udinese are preparing a summer swoop for Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi as they seek to reinforce their forward line ahead of the new Serie A campaign, Soccernet.ng reports. The Friulian club have identified the 22-year-old Viktoria Plzeň star as a potential replacement for Lorenzo Lucca, whose departure to Napoli has left a void in the squad, according to Livesport. Reports from Italy’s Messaggero Veneto suggest the Lagos-born forward is top of the list to lead Udinese’s attack next season. Durosinmi is valued at around €7 million as per Transfermarkt. Nigeria and Viktoria Plzen star Rafiu Durosinmi. Copyright: Photo by IMAGO…

A State High Court sitting in Ado-Ekiti on Friday voided the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Local Government Congress held in May 2025, even as it upheld the Ward Congress held earlier on 15th March. In his ruling, the presiding judge, Justice Bamidele Omotosho, nullified the new delegates’ list submitted by the National Working Committee and also dismissed other actions and decisions taken after the Congress of March 15, 2025. Justice Omotosho said, “The Supreme Court held that it is an elementary principle that no suit based on a charlatan claim must be acted upon by the court. “The High Court,…

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) on Friday executed an urgent, precise, and seamless coordinated rescue operation in the aftermath of a devastating vehicular collision at Toyota Bus Stop, directly opposite The Guardian newspaper headquarters, inward Oshodi. The catastrophic incident, which unfolded amid the dense congestion of peak-hour traffic, involved a fully laden Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) tanker truck, registration number T28128LA, and a commercial Volkswagen T4 bus, bearing registration number GGE 526 YG. Preliminary findings by security operatives from Oloto Police Station revealed that the PMS-laden tanker, travelling at a perilously excessive speed, suffered a sudden and catastrophic…

In SummaryIn the 2023/2024 cultivation season, Africa produced an estimated 3.151 million metric tons of cocoa, accounting for approximately 70% of global production.Industry sources are predicting a 10% drop in cocoa production for the 2025/26 season in the four main producing countries: Ivory Coast, Ghana, Nigeria, and Cameroon, according to Tridge.Côte d’Ivoire, Africa’s largest producer of Cocoa produces around 2.2 million metric tons annually, according to Intelpoint.Deep Dive!!Over the years, cocoa has remained one of Africa’s most valuable agricultural commodities, serving as both a cornerstone of rural livelihoods and a major contributor to national export earnings. As of 2023, African…

Ahead of the 2027 general election, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has thrown its weight behind extending voting rights to eligible inmates in Nigeria’s correctional facilities. Chairman of INEC, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, stated this on Friday during a courtesy visit by the Controller General of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Sylvester Ofori, at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja. Yakubu noted that the Commission recognises the right of every Nigerian citizen to vote, including those in custody who are yet to be convicted. According to him, the right to vote is a human right which cannot be taken away from…

Ademola Lookman is desperate to leave Atalanta this summer amid interest from Inter Milan Super Eagles attacker Ademola Lookman has refused to attend training at Atalanta and has reportedly left Italy in protest after the club rejected Inter Milan’s bid for his transfer last week, Soccernet.ng reports. Lookman’s transfer situation has continued to boil over in the past week. Recall that last week, he deleted posts about Atalanta from his social media and shared a message to fans, informing them of his decision to tender a transfer request after the club rejected Inter Milan’s bid for him. The 27-year-old winger…

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Friday warned members of the party expressing support for President Bola Tinubu to retrace their steps or face stiffer sanctions. It criticised errant members for their actions, describing them as anti-party and against the opposition party’s constitution. “In the light of the foregoing and the instancy of protecting and preserving the existence of our Party and its electoral fortune, the NWC, pursuant to the provisions of Section 59 (1) of the PDP Constitution hereby issues a strong reprimand against such anti-party activities and cautions those involved to retrace…

As political conversations intensify ahead of the 2027 general election, former IPAC Chairman Chief Peter Ameh has strongly endorsed former Labour Party presidential candidate Mr. Peter Obi, describing him as a rare model of moral discipline, selflessness, and visionary leadership. In a fiery appearance on a national talk show, Ameh declared that Nigeria stands at a crossroads—and that Obi represents not just a candidate, but a new political culture built on accountability, integrity, and sacrificial service. “Peter Obi is not just another politician—he’s a man who has conquered greed,” said Ameh. “In this country where people are desperate to cling…

Atlético Madrid have enjoyed the best of the Nigerian international for the past four years but her next destination is yet unknown  Rasheedat Ajibade is living her finest days in the green and white of Nigeria’s Super Falcons. Fresh from captaining the team to a record-extending 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) crown, she has become one of the most celebrated African footballer of the summer. Yet, as the new club season looms, her next professional chapter remains unwritten. Super Falcons with President Bola Tinubu [Photo credit/X] At WAFCON 2024, Ajibade was the heartbeat of a dominant Nigeria side.…