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The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has urged politicians and their supporters to prioritise national unity and brotherhood, warning that political contests should not be allowed to create divisions among Nigerians. Yilwatda said political differences were temporary, stressing that the bonds of brotherhood and national unity should remain stronger than electoral competition. Yilwatda, in a statement he signed and made available to newsmen on Sunday as his Eid-ul-Mawlid message to Muslims and Nigerians, urged citizens to draw lessons from the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad. According to him, the virtues of compassion, tolerance, unity…

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has shed some light on his plans for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers next month, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The three-time African champions begin their quest to qualify for the next AFCON tournament scheduled for Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. And their first games are just a few weeks away. ​Nigeria face Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau in their opening games of the series. So definitely, coach Chelle would have started compiling his squad list ahead of those fixtures. Super Eagles players. Copyright: Imagoxshengolpixsx ​Over the last few weeks, there has been speculation about the players who will…

The African Democratic Congress House of Representatives candidate for Ekiti Central Federal Constituency I, Emmanuel Fayose, has unveiled a 25-member campaign committee for his election. Fayose, a younger brother of former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, named his sibling and businessman, Isaac Fayose, as the Director-General of the campaign committee and a former deputy governor, Prof. Olusola Kolapo, as patron of the campaign outfit. The candidate, who spoke in Ado Ekiti on Saturday while unveiling the campaign committee, said his decision to contest for the federal constituency seat, comprising Ado and Irepodun/Ifelodun local government areas, was anchored on the need…

Super Eagles and Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has revealed what was different in his side’s 1-1 draw with Como in their opening Serie A game of the season, Soccernet.ng reports. The Friulians picked up a valuable point in front of their home fans as they look to build on their top-half finish from last season. The draw was Udinese’s second competitive game of the campaign after they defeated Padova 1-0 in the Coppa Italia Round of 64 last weekend. That victory set up a Round of 32 meeting with Venezia, who defeated Modena 3-2 after an inspiring display from Super Eagles striker Akor Adams, who scored…

By Gbenga Odogun The Kogi State Government has ordered an investigation into the deaths of four members of the same family after they reportedly consumed amala in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area of the state. The family’s dog was also reported to have died after consuming the same food. The state Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, saying the state governor, Ahmed Ododo, had directed the Commissioner for Health to commence a comprehensive investigation into the incident. “The Chief Servant is deeply concerned by this tragic incident and has directed the Commissioner…

Tems performing tracks from her debut album Born in the Wild at All Points East in London. Tems came to London with a festival stage to headline, and of course, she brought an outfit worth talking about. The Nigerian singer co-headlined All Points East 2026 at Victoria Park on Friday, stepping onto the main stage in a custom black crochet dress that gave festival dressing its own spin. Styled by Dunsin Wright, the MIO creation featured a halter neckline, open side cut-outs and colourful bead detailing, with layers of black and white fringe falling from the hem. As Tems moved…

The Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy to Kebbi State Governor, Abdullahi Idris, has described Governor Nasir Idris’ appointment to head the Directorate of Labour Union Relations in President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 Campaign Council as strategic and well-deserved. Idris, in a statement made available to newsmen on Sunday, said the governor’s decades of experience in organised labour, coupled with his political influence, made him suitable for the assignment. He described the appointment as “a clear case of putting a round peg in a round hole.” He added, “Comrade Governor Idris brings decades of labour leadership experience to this responsibility, having…

Manchester City will look to find a new Rodri following the Spain international’s departure for Barcelona, manager Enzo Maresca has said. Rodri left City earlier this week after seven seasons at the Etihad Stadium, joining La Liga champions Barcelona in a deal reportedly worth around £65 million. The 30-year-old midfielder signed a four-year contract with Barcelona after becoming one of the world’s leading players during his time in Manchester. Rodri won four Premier League titles with City and scored the only goal in the 2023 Champions League final. He also won the 2024 Ballon d’Or and helped Spain win the…

Community pharmacists are expanding access to modern contraceptives across the country by bringing family planning services closer to women and empowering them to make informed reproductive choices as Nigeria intensifies efforts to achieve its 27 per cent target for modern contraceptive use by 2030. IDOWU ABDULLAHI reports With her hands already full with caring for her three children, Mrs Hauwa Aliyu knew she was not ready for another pregnancy. Beyond caring for the children and managing their home in the Maimadi area of Bauchi State, she sells ‘Fura da Nono’ (mashed millet ball mixed with fermented cow milk) daily to…

SEC Crypto News: The Securities and Exchange Commission proposed Regulation Crypto Assets, a framework that would allow eligible projects to raise up to $75 million in any 12-month period without registering the offering under the Securities Act. The proposal also includes a conditional safe harbor under which a crypto asset could be deemed not subject to an investment contract if specified conditions are met. Fundraising exemption: Up to $75 million per 12-month period, with financial statements and ongoing reporting requirements. Startup exemption: Up to $5 million over a four-year period, with principles-based narrative disclosures. Investment contract safe harbor: A conditional…