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Da Jonathan Sunday Akuns, traditional ruler of Daffo in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State and co-convener of the Movement for National Reformation (MNR), speaks with LEO SOBECHI on the link between insecurity and the struggle for political power. He argues that restructuring Nigeria is key to resolving the crisis. You have been a frontline advocate for Nigeria’s return to the 1963 Republican Constitution as the basis for review of the grundnorm. What will you say are the essentials of your advocacy?National security and stability. Well, the basic issues about security in Nigeria are two-sided. One side of it,…

Reps’ member says party will produce Makinde’s successor The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, yesterday, received a major boost as Dr Adewale Kareem, popularly known as AKK, formally joined the party. Kareem, accompanied by members of his support group, was received into the party at a carnival-like ceremony held at the APC Secretariat in Ibadan.In his remark, Kareem expressed gratitude to the leadership of the APC and members for the warm reception. He said that his decision to join the party was borne out of a genuine desire to serve the people of Oyo State, noting that the…

Sami Tunji The World Bank may approve a $250m loan to Nigeria next month under the third phase of its Health Security Programme in Western and Central Africa as the country battles mounting health and economic challenges. According to an appraisal document published by the global lender, the proposed loan, which is scheduled for board approval on September 23, 2025, will be channelled towards improving Nigeria’s ability to prevent, detect and respond to health emergencies through strengthened systems and regional collaboration. The World Bank document noted that the objective of the loan project is to “increase regional collaboration and health…

Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup may be under further threat following reports that West African rivals Guinea are actively pursuing Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle. Chelle, who also doubles as the manager of Nigeria’s home-based national team (Super Eagles B), was appointed earlier this year after leaving his post at Algerian club, MC Oran. Since taking charge, the 47-year-old Malian tactician has yet to taste defeat, with his early achievements including lifting the Unity Cup with the Super Eagles in London this past May. Nigeria Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle. Photo by IMAGO Highly…

The Super Eagles striker has emerged as the most expensive transfer in Turkish football following his move to Galatasaray… Former Real Madrid midfielder Mutiu Adepoju has expressed delight over record-breaking transfer of Super Eagles talisman, Victor Osimhen, to Galatasaray, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Shooting Stars player has hailed the Super Eagles striker as the right man to help the Turkish champions maintain their dominance. Osimhen joined Galatasaray permanently from Napoli after a successful loan spell that saw him fire the club to a league and cup double last season. What Adepoju Said On Osimhen Move His move was recently confirmed,…

Residents of Agwagune community in Cross River State are now counting their losses following the destruction of their homes and property after a three-day continuous heavy downpour that resulted in severe flooding. Many roads and houses were damaged, with residents displaced, markets closed, and socioeconomic activity paralysed as a result of the devastating effects of the flood. Following the flood, the riverbanks have overflowed, with water surging into houses and turning farmlands into streams. Many residents of affected communities who spoke with our Correspondent called on the state government, federal authorities, and humanitarian agencies to come to their aid, as…

Lara Adejoro The Federal Government has pledged to gazette the long-awaited nurses’ scheme of service within four weeks. The government also pledged to direct the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria to put in place modalities for the central placement of nurses for internship. These measures aimed at addressing key demands of the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives, particularly those related to career progression, welfare, and internship placements. This resolution formed part of a Memorandum of Understanding reached at the end of a conciliation meeting held on Friday, convened by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Maigari Dingyadi…

Former Manchester City right-back Micah Richards and ex-Barcelona striker Gary Lineker were left stunned by Victor Osimhen’s decision to join Galatasaray on a four-year deal, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles star spent the 2024/2025 on loan with the Turkish Super Lig side as Napoli’s €150m asking fee wasn’t matched by any club despite the striker’s insistence on leaving Naples. The 26-year-old enjoyed his loan spell with the Turkish champions last season, scoring 37 goals and providing seven assists in 41 games. Many expected Galatasaray to be Osimhen’s stepping-stone club that’ll open the path to the English Premier League but it…

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Ogun State chapter has declared support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking at the inauguration of the campaign council and official campaign flag-off for the House of Representatives, Remo Federal Constituency bye-election of Hon. Bolarinwa Oluwole, the party’s state chairman in Ogun State, disclosed that the party has thrown its weight behind the candidature of President Tinubu for the 2027 general election for the betterment of the Southwest and Nigeria at large. He stated that the president is not a biased person, and he will never…

Super Eagles attacker Ademola Lookman recently issued a statement about his time at Atalanta, issuing an official transfer request… Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi has addressed growing speculation surrounding Ademola Lookman’s potential move to Inter Milan, Soccernet.ng reports. The Italian football executive confirmed that the final decision remains in the club’s hands, despite renewed talks between both Serie A sides. This comes on the heels of a recent statement released by the Super Eagles attacker, in which he claimed he had been unfairly treated by the club. Atalanta Chief Replies Lookman Percassi, replying to this, disclosed that Lookman had expressed a…