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Supporters of the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, under the banner of the Northern Obidient Youth Assembly (NOYA), have called on the National Assembly to launch an urgent investigation into alleged systemic manipulation of candidate lists and judicial reversals on electoral matters. The group alleged that a coordinated scheme involving unlawful disqualification of candidates and delayed court-ordered corrections has turned Nigeria’s electoral process into “cash-and-court racket,” undermining internal party democracy and eroding public trust in elections. Their outcry follows the exclusion of candidates submitted by the Julius Abure-led faction of the Labour Party from the final list published by…

By Saheed Oyelakin The National Emergency Management Agency has warned communities across Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area of Imo State to prepare for possible evacuation as floodwaters continue to rise. The agency, in collaboration with the Federal Fire Service, Owerri Station, conducted a flood assessment in the LGA after residents raised the alarm over rising floodwaters. In a statement posted on its official X account on Tuesday, NEMA said that floodwaters were steadily encroaching on homes and farmland. “The joint team, led by Assistant Chief Search and Rescue Officer, Mr. Nweze Innocent, visited affected parts of the Abacheke community. “Accompanied by…

Head coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria Eric Chelle has revealed why the home-based side lost their CHAN 2024 opener against Senegal, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria had played two draws in their friendly preparations against Zanzibar ahead of their first Group D game. The fixture at the Amaan Stadium wasn’t the most entertaining, as the game was marred by fouls and reckless challenges. Nigeria’s home-based Super Eagles B. [Photo Credit/ X].Get Our Sports News First – Join Our WhatsApp Channel Now! Why Nigeria lost to Senegal An error from Nigeria’s Leonard Ngenge allowed Senegal’s Gomis Christian to tap home the game’s…

Super Eagles star Wilfred Ndidi has found a new home after his lengthy Premier League spell Wilfred Ndidi is set to begin a new chapter in Turkey after agreeing a move to Besiktas, with the deal now at the final paperwork stage, according to Sky Sports Germany. The Nigeria international is expected to arrive in Istanbul shortly to complete his medical and sign a three-year contract, with an option for a fourth. Besiktas have reportedly agreed to pay Leicester City €9.5 million for the 28-year-old midfielder, who departs the East Midlands club after eight seasons and more than 240 appearances.…

Ahead of the 2027 poll, Chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) and chief executive of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma, yesterday, met with National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja. The progressive governors have also declared the ruling party as the only viable political party in the country, dismissing others as non-existent.Uzodinma declared this when he, alongside his Kogi State counterpart, Usman Ododo, joined the National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, to inspect the party’s data centre at its national secretariat as part of measures to ensure the smooth conduct of the membership electronic…

No fewer than 675 vehicles have been impounded while 273 beggars were apprehended across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) under Operation Sweep Abuja, which began on July 7. The Commissioner of Police in the FCT, Ajao Adewale, told newsmen at a news conference on the outcome of the FCT Security Committee meeting, chaired by the FCT Minister, Mr Nyesom Wike, in Abuja on Tuesday. Adewale explained that the 273 beggars and destitute were currently being profiled, adding that some of them would be repatriated back to their respective states. “In the course of this operation, we had offences that relate…

The opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) unanimously declared unflinching loyalty to former National Chairman of the party, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, as ‘undisputed leader’ in Kano. The endorsement of Ganduje was passed on Tuesday during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting in Kano amid the conspicuous absence of the Deputy President of the Senate, Hon. Barau I. Jibril, and Minister of State for Housing, Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata. In a resolution signed by Kano APC Chairman, Prince Abdullahi Abbas, and read by Alhassan Ado Doguwa, member representing Doguwa/Tudun-Wada Federal Constituency, at the end of the meeting, it was stated that Ganduje’s visionary…

Our Reporters The Federal Government has forecasted heavy rainfall over a five-day period that may trigger flooding across 19 states and 76 locations. The warning, issued on Tuesday by the National Flood Early Warning Systems Centre of the Federal Ministry of Environment, called on stakeholders and residents to take urgent precautionary measures. This comes as devastating floods struck Ogun and Gombe states on Tuesday, with other states — including Lagos, Plateau, Anambra, and Delta — also affected by the disaster. According to the centre’s flood prediction obtained by our correspondent, the affected areas are expected to experience rainfall likely to…

Former Belgium and KRC Genk goalkeeper Jacky Mathijssen has revealed why Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has been relegated to a substitute role in the league this season, Soccernet.ng reports. The 24-year-old forward scored 21 league goals last season for Thorsten Fink’s side, claiming the Belgian Pro League golden boot award. The former FC Koln striker is yet to start any game for Genk this season. The Blue and Whites have played two league games this season, and Arokodare has played a total of 39 minutes across these two fixtures. A friendly match between the national football teams of Russia…

My govt has spent N130b to fix Ekiti roads in one year, says Oyebanji The South-West zone of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has lauded the efforts of the outgone Ekiti State Caretaker Committee led by Dare Adeleke, commending its dedication and tireless efforts in repositioning the party in the state. In a statement by its Zonal Publicity Secretary, Sanya Atofarati, and signed by the Zonal Secretary, Olumuyiwa Obanewa, the PDP said the committee’s stewardship laid a solid foundation upon which the party could now build and consolidate ahead of future elections. The statement read in part: “In accordance with…