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Mikel Arteta Backs AFC Bournemouth To Stop Manchester City In Title Race
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Mikel Arteta Backs AFC Bournemouth To Stop Manchester City In Title Race

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed that he will be fully supporting AFC Bournemouth when they face Manchester City on Tuesday night as the Premier League title race reaches a dramatic stage.The Gunners moved a step closer to ending their 22-year wait for the league title after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Burnley on Monday evening.A first-half header from Kai Havertz proved enough to seal the win in a tense encounter that sent Arsenal five points clear at the top of the table.A victory for Manchester City at the Vitality Stadium would keep the title race alive, while any dropped points would hand Arsenal the Premier League crown before the final round of fixtures.Speaking ahead of the clash, Arteta openly admitted he would be cheering for Bournemouth.“...
Rotimi Amaechi Rejects ADC Vice Presidential Speculation
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Rotimi Amaechi Rejects ADC Vice Presidential Speculation

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has dismissed rumours suggesting he may settle for the vice-presidential position ahead of the next general election.Naija News reports that Amaechi made the clarification during an interview on Trust TV while addressing the contest for the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress.The former Rivers State governor stated that he did not purchase the ADC presidential nomination form with the intention of later accepting a vice-presidential slot.According to him, if the party intends to adopt a consensus candidate, all aspirants must first meet and agree on the arrangement. Otherwise, the contest should proceed to the primary election stage.“Please stop that. I did not buy the ADC presidential form to become a Vi...
Why I signed Obasa’s impeachment notice – Elliot responds to Gbajabiamila’s accusation
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Why I signed Obasa’s impeachment notice – Elliot responds to Gbajabiamila’s accusation

Lagos State House of Assembly member, Desmond Elliot, has explained why he was caught up in the impeachment process against Speaker Mudashiru Obasa in January 2025.Elliot spoke during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Tuesday.He was reacting to remarks by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, that he nearly lost his job over intelligence linking Elliot to the impeachment attempt.Elliot said he was out of the country at the time of the incident and had the impression that the impeachment move had presidential backing.“I would like to state categorically that I wasn’t in the country. My wife and I travelled during the period of January 13th of 2025.“We were in recess and then it was an opportunity for us to travel to attend my wife’s...
BREAKING : Ahead 2027, Peter Obi emerges as NDC’s presidential aspirant
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BREAKING : Ahead 2027, Peter Obi emerges as NDC’s presidential aspirant

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has concluded the sale of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for its 2027 presidential ticket, with 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, emerging as the only aspirant to purchase the forms.Party insiders disclosed that Obi was the sole applicant before the deadline for presidential form collection closed on Sunday, May 17, 2026, effectively placing him in a strong position ahead of the party’s selection process.Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, recently joined the NDC after leaving the African Democratic Congress.
Iran reacts to latest US peace proposal
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Iran reacts to latest US peace proposal

Iran has confirmed that it responded to a fresh peace proposal from the United States aimed at ending the ongoing conflict between both nations.Iranian authorities said discussions are still ongoing despite local media reports describing Washington’s demands as too harsh and unrealistic. The conflict, which began on February 28, has seen both countries exchange proposals in search of a resolution, while a fragile ceasefire has remained in effect since April 8.Speaking during a press briefing on Monday, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Esmaeil Baqaei, said Tehran had already communicated its concerns to the US side through a Pakistani mediator.Baqaei maintained that Iran’s demands, including the release of frozen Iranian assets and the removal of longstanding sanctions, remai...
Oyo teachers stage protest over abduction and k!lling of colleagues
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Oyo teachers stage protest over abduction and k!lling of colleagues

Public school teachers in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, withdrew their services and suspended all academic activities on Monday morning [1]. The industrial action follows the recent abduction of several educators and pupils, and the subsequent killing of a teacher by suspected terrorists.The protesting teachers marched through the streets displaying placards with various inscriptions. They urged all tiers of government to intensify security operations and secure the immediate release of the remaining captives.The demonstration was triggered by the recent mass abduction in the Oriire Local Government Area, an incident that continues to spark widespread outrage and anxiety among education stakeholders and residents across Oyo State [1].Addressing the situation after a high-level security ...
Soludo swears-in 18 commissioners, inaugurates 4 others as exco members
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Soludo swears-in 18 commissioners, inaugurates 4 others as exco members

Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has officially sworn in 18 commissioners recently screened and cleared by the Anambra State House of Assembly.The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Executive Council Chambers of the new Government House, also known as Light House, Awka.Addressing the newly sworn-in commissioners, Soludo emphasised that their appointments were strictly a call to rigorous work, sacrifice, and public accountability rather than personal celebration.He admonished them to immediately focus on the task of governance and reminded them that the decisions they make will directly impact the lives of over nine million residents of Anambra State.“I charge you to run your respective ministries with a high level of prudence and synergy. I formall...
Ex-Gov Yahaya Bello Wins APC Kogi Central Senatorial Primary
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Ex-Gov Yahaya Bello Wins APC Kogi Central Senatorial Primary

Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has emerged as the winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary for Kogi Central ahead of the 2027 general elections.According to reports, the primary election held on Monday featured two other contenders for the party’s ticket — APC Diaspora Secretary, Momoh Obaro, and Ibrahim Yakubu Adoke.Bello secured victory after days of political uncertainty and speculation surrounding his eligibility to participate in the contest. The former governor reportedly defeated both Obaro and Adoke to clinch the APC ticket for the Kogi Central Senatorial District.The exercise attracted significant attention due to Bello’s strong political influence in Kogi State and the controversy surrounding his screening process before the primary ...
Real Madrid’s captain Carvajal to leave Real Madrid at end of season
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Real Madrid’s captain Carvajal to leave Real Madrid at end of season

Dani Carvajal will leave Real Madrid at the end of the season, bringing an end to a highly successful spell with the club that saw him become one of the most decorated players in its history. The Spanish giants confirmed the defender’s departure in a statement released on Monday, May 18.“Real Madrid wishes to express its gratitude and affection to one of the greatest legends of our club and world football,” the club said. Carvajal, 34, made 450 appearances for Real Madrid and won 27 trophies during his time at the Santiago Bernabéu, including six UEFA Champions League titles and four La Liga crowns.The defender progressed through Real Madrid’s La Fábrica youth academy before joining Bayer Leverkusen in 2012. Real Madrid re-signed him the following year, and he went on to establish ...
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