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Amid growing rumour over the alleged plan by Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun to decamp to the All Progressives Congress (APC), the leadership Caucus of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, on Saturday declared that they will follow him anywhere regarding his next political moves. The caucus, which passed a vote of confidence on Adeleke, also backed what they termed local and national consultations by the governor, assuring the governor of their unanimous support. A statement by Adeleke’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, disclosed that the caucus decision was contained in a communique issued after a meeting held inside the Oke-Fia…

In a recent statement, Bukar Dalori, the acting national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), expressed strong confidence in the prospect of President Bola Tinubu being reelected in 2027. Dalori highlighted the remarkable influx of new members into the APC, which he believes underscores the party’s growing strength and appeal across the nation. He pointed out that this wave of defections not only reflects the public’s support but also mirrors the positive impact of Tinubu’s administration within just two years in office. Dalori emphasised that the president’s landmark projects and initiatives have significantly transformed various sectors, showcasing the effectiveness…

Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee is showing signs that he might be getting better, as he scored a beautiful goal during a pre-season training session at the Carrington facility, Soccernet.ng reports. Zirkzee had a tough debut campaign at Manchester United last season. After his €42.5 million transfer from Bologna, he only managed seven goals and three assists in 49 appearances across all competitions. Most of his performances did not inspire a lot of confidence from Manchester United fans as he was often criticized for his profligacy. Joshua Zirkzee for Manchester United (Photo Imago) Since the end of the campaign, there…

The Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), Effurrn, Delta State, has denied report that its students live in “snake infested” hostels and study in leaking classrooms, despite operating a ₦39 billion budget. The Management in a statement yesterday refuting a publication by an online news outlet, Sahara Reporters, and made available to The Guardian, said its attention was “drawn to a deliberately misleading, provocative and factually inaccurate publication titled: “Despite ₦39 Billion Budget, Students at Nigeria’s Petroleum Training Institute Study in Flooded Classrooms, Snake-Infested Hostels”, published on July 10, 2025, by Sahara Reporters”. They stated the report is false, mischievous, and appeared…

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Dr. Mudashiru Obasa, has cast his vote in the ongoing local government election holding across the state on Saturday, July 12, 2025. Obasa performed his civic duty at Polling Unit 019, Ward E, located on Oluwole Olaniyan Street in the Orile Agege area of Lagos. Arriving at the polling unit in the morning, the Speaker interacted briefly with electoral officials and constituents before casting his ballot. Addressing journalists shortly after voting, the Speaker expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the exercise, describing it as peaceful, orderly, and devoid of any form…

The Delta State Government has attributed the collapse of a two-storey building in Asaba to the absence of an approved building plan, the use of substandard materials, and the involvement of an unqualified site engineer. Delta State Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Renewal, Mr. Michael Anoka, disclosed this on Friday during an inspection of the collapsed site located opposite the Airport Police Station near Asaba International Airport, Okpanam. The building, which was under construction, collapsed on Thursday evening. Although no casualties were recorded, some individuals who were initially trapped were later rescued. Anoka stated that the developer had been…

A former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Senator Kofoworola Bucknor-Akerele, has called for the cancellation of the ongoing Lagos State Local Government elections. In a viral video, the former Deputy Governor alleged that the election is being manipulated to favour an unnamed political party. Bucknor-Akeredolu raised concerns that the election officials have refused to allow people whose names are not on a designated list to cast their votes. She said, “My observations are that obviously, there are plans to rig this election because people have not been able to vote in their units. When you get to your units, they’ll…

CFR Cluj manager Dan Petrescu has voiced frustration over the continued unavailability of Nigerian centre-back Kenneth Omeruo, whose anticipated impact on the Romanian side’s European campaign is yet to materialise, Soccernet.ng reports. Omeruo, 31, joined Cluj on a free transfer earlier this summer after leaving Turkish club Kasimpasa. He was seen as an experienced replacement for Andrei Burcă, who left for a lucrative move to China. However, the former Chelsea defender has yet to kick a ball or train with his new teammates due to a lingering knee injury. Super Eagles and CFR Cluj defender Kenneth Omeruo Speaking ahead of…

The Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Mr Femi Gbajabiamila, says local government autonomy is still being perfected for full implementation. Gbajabiamila stated this on Saturday after casting his vote during the Lagos State council elections held on Saturday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the chief of staff voted at his ward, Elizabeth Fowler Memorial Primary School, Surulere, Lagos. He said the Supreme Court’s ruling on local government autonomy was widely welcomed across Nigeria and represented a major step forward for grassroots governance. “The challenge lies in execution and implementation. I believe that, in time, we…

Tyla turns up the heat with “Is It,” a sleek, rhythm-heavy track that lingers in the space between desire and restraint. Known for pairing sultry vocals with striking visuals, the Grammy-winning star dives deep into the thrill of attraction and the questions that come with it. This time, she’s not just singing about what-if feelings, she’s dancing through them too. At its core, “Is It” explores flirtation — that magnetic pull between two people unsure of their next move but unable to look away. In her soft and confessional tone, Tyla sings about emotional boundaries, longing, and the thrill of…