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Special Assistant on Digital Media Strategy to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Demola Olarenwaju, has lambasted some sections of the media for jumping to conclusions over the All Democratic Alliance (ADA) registration. Speaking on his X account on Saturday, he wondered why the press is taking sides in their reports when a group is in the process of pursuing party registration, just like any other Nigerian. He maintained that ADA has not been adopted by the coalition as widely reported by the press, stressing that the general public will be informed about the appropriate choices and decision reached by the…

Former Super Eagles and Chelsea midfielder, John Mikel Obi, has hit out at Senegalese striker, Nicolas Jackson, after he was sent off against Flamengo at the FIFA Club World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. Enzo Maresca’s side took the lead inside 13 minutes at the Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, but a second-half slip saw Chelsea’s lead collapse within three minutes. Their offside trap was poor, allowing Bruno Henrique and Danilo to come off the bench to score in the 62nd and 65th minutes. NICOLAS JACKSON RED CARD! pic.twitter.com/MyFzbhF0JZ — Tekkers Foot (@tekkersfoot) June 20, 2025 Liam Delap started up front for…

Stakeholders have decried the poor sanitary situation in Mpape community in Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) warning that it has implications not only for the community but for the Abuja city centre itself. More than 30 per cent of the residents of the community lack access to toilet facility. Mpape which is one of largest slum settlement in the nation’s seat of power is just about 10 minutes drive from the city centre . However, the community lacks access roads, portable water and other basic amenities. Speaking at a one-day Stakeholders Validation Workshop with the theme:Mpape…

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, has described the birth of a new opposition party, the All Democratic Alliance, as a failed attempt to recreate 2013 coalition. In a post on X account on Friday, Keyamo described the move as “a pedestrian joke” that would not achieve its desired result, while emphasising that the move is not different from several political associations springing up every day for the same purpose. The move was mooted by the National Opposition Coalition Group, which includes former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, former Rivers State Governor Rotimi…

Nigeria’s U20 national team, the Flying Eagles, have been drawn in a tricky Group A alongside arch-rivals Ghana and neighbours Benin Republic for the 2025 WAFU Zone B U-20 Boys’ Cup of Nations, Soccernet.ng reports. The tournament, which serves as a qualifying pathway to the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations, will now be staged from July 10 to 23, 2025 at the GFA Technical Centre in Prampram, Ghana, after being rescheduled from its original June date. Led by head coach Aliyu Zubairu, the Flying Eagles are returning to camp in Abuja after the postponement and will resume preparations for what…

Princess Etuk As part of efforts to grow the health sector in Nigeria, the Federal Government is making efforts to reduce the number of Nigerians seeking medical care abroad by improving the country’s healthcare system. Speaking on Friday at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja upon arrival from the BRICS conference in Brazil, the Minister of State for Health, Iziaq Adekunle Salako, stated that most nations in the world face similar health challenges. “The challenges of most countries in health are similar to the health issues that we also face in our country — neglected tropical diseases like tuberculosis,…

Photo Credit: Ric Hassani/Instagram “Gospel music is powerful and uplifting, and spirituality is such a big part of who I am,” says Ric Hassani. The music star, who just released his new album “Lagos Lover Boy,” believes there’s something admirable about including at least one gospel song with a Christian message on an album. Reflecting on how things used to be, he mentions that legends like Timaya and Flavour often closed their albums with a gospel track. “Back then,” he says, “It was almost like, you couldn’t make an album unless you had a closing song of praise and thanks..”…

In SummaryAccording to Qiraat Africa, the total output in the consumer goods market is projected to reach $101.7 billion by the end of 2025, indicating substantial growth in the sector. The manufacturing intensity in the consumer goods market is projected to be 7.5%, suggesting a growing focus on domestic production. The number of enterprises in the consumer goods market is expected to reach 159,200, indicating a vibrant and growing landscape of businesses involved in manufacturing. The value added in the consumer goods market is projected to be US$20.9 billion by the end of 2025 with fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) becoming a key sector,…

Super Eagles and Napoli forward, Victor James Osimhen, has revealed how veteran Portuguese forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, inspired him during his time at Juventus, Soccernet.ng reports. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner joined the Old Ladies in 2018, departing Real Madrid after completing a three-peat in the UEFA Champions League. Osimhen moved to Italy two years later and recalled a particular incident where he waited for Ronaldo in a bid to get a picture. Juventus vs Atletico Madrid – Champions League Fourth Round – Stadio Allianz Stadium. Cristiano Ronaldo, celebrating a goal. [Photo Credit/Imago]. Get Our Sports News First – Join Our WhatsApp…

In what is shaping up to be one of the most consequential political realignments since 2015, several senior figures from Nigeria’s ruling and main opposition party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), have taken bold steps towards forming a new political party, the All Democratic Alliance (ADA). The move is being led by prominent PDP stalwarts, including former Senate President, David Mark, who chairs the National Opposition Coalition Group (NOCG), a gathering of disenchanted political heavyweights from the PDP and other opposition blocs.  Their decision signals mounting dissatisfaction within the PDP and a search for a fresh…