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Fenerbahçe Challenge Victor Osimhen’s Protective Mask Ahead of Crucial Derby

24Apr

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Fenerbahçe Challenge Victor Osimhen’s Protective Mask Ahead of Crucial Derby

Fenerbahçe have reportedly submitted a complaint against rivals Galatasaray over the protective face mask worn by Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, arguing that it could endanger other players ahead of their highly anticipated derby clash.Osimhen recently returned to action after injury, making a brief substitute appearance in Galatasaray’s Turkish Cup loss to Gençlerbirliği S.K.. He featured for 13 minutes, wearing a bandage on his arm under a long-sleeved shirt after spending over a month on the sidelines.With both Istanbul giants set to face off in what could be a title-deciding encounter, Fenerbahçe have escalated their concerns to the Turkish Football Federation.According to Turkish outlet HT Spor, Fenerbahçe believe the hard material of Osimhen’s mask poses a potential ris...

Manchester City Open Talks With Enzo Maresca as Guardiola’s Future Remains Uncertain

24Apr

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Manchester City Open Talks With Enzo Maresca as Guardiola’s Future Remains Uncertain

Manchester City have reportedly engaged in encouraging discussions with Enzo Maresca about the possibility of him taking over from Pep Guardiola.Guardiola’s future at the Etihad Stadium continues to generate widespread speculation, as the Spanish tactician approaches the final phase of his current contract with the club.In response, City’s management are said to be preparing a contingency plan, which could involve bringing back a familiar figure to the club.According to reports from The Guardian, Maresca has now emerged as one of the top candidates to succeed Guardiola, especially amid growing rumours that the long-serving manager could step down at the end of the season.Despite this, Manchester City remain hopeful that Guardiola will honour his contract, which runs until 2...

ADC Youths Give INEC 74-Hour Deadline, Demand Leadership Action

23Apr

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ADC Youths Give INEC 74-Hour Deadline, Demand Leadership Action

Youths of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have issued a 74-hour ultimatum to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), urging the commission to address concerns surrounding the party’s leadership.The demand was made on Thursday during a peaceful protest in Katsina State, held under the banner “Amupitan Must Go.”Led by Jamilu Yahaya, the demonstrators marched along Daura Road before proceeding to the INEC office in Katsina, where they submitted a formal petition through a representative of the Resident Electoral Commissioner.Among their key demands, the protesters called on INEC to reinstate the leadership structure of the ADC associated with David Mark on its official portal and to issue a public apology to Nigerians over actions they claim have disrupted cons...

Woman Abducted from Lagos Home, Kidnappers Demand $60m Equivalent Ransom

23Apr

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Woman Abducted from Lagos Home, Kidnappers Demand $60m Equivalent Ransom

Gunmen have kidnapped a woman, Olanike Ogundare, from her residence in the Ijedodo area of Lagos, demanding a ransom equivalent to ₦60 million in U.S. dollars.The incident reportedly occurred around 1:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at her home on Olufemi Ogundare Street in the Oke Agaye neighbourhood.Eyewitness accounts indicate that the attackers carried out a coordinated operation, overpowering the security guard at gunpoint before taking the victim to an undisclosed location.Local leaders and security groups have since been mobilised, including Gani Adams, as efforts intensify to secure her release.Sources revealed that the abductors have contacted the family twice, initially demanding ₦60 million but later insisting the payment be made in U.S. dollars—an approach ...

23Apr

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APC Shifts Dates for Presidential, Governorship Primaries

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has rescheduled its presidential and governorship primary elections.The party moved its presidential primary from May 15–16 to May 23, 2026, while the governorship primary will now take place on May 21, 2026.The announcement was made in Abuja by Duro Meseko following a meeting of the party’s National Working Committee.According to him, the adjustment came after a review of the party’s timetable, which also affected the screening of aspirants and the appeals process. Although the screening exercise has been rescheduled, it will still cover all elective positions, including legislative seats, governorship, and the presidency.Under the revised schedule, nomination forms will be available for purchase from April 25 to May 2, with completed fo...

NCC Directs Telecom Operators to Compensate Users for Poor Network

23Apr

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NCC Directs Telecom Operators to Compensate Users for Poor Network

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has ordered telecom service providers to compensate subscribers affected by poor network quality with airtime credits under a stricter nationwide enforcement framework.The directive is part of renewed efforts to enhance service delivery, safeguard consumers, and hold operators accountable for ongoing network performance issues across the country.The Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Aminu Maida, made this known during a media briefing on Thursday, where he outlined the commission’s updated compliance and enforcement strategies.According to him, the compensation policy follows confirmed cases where telecom operators failed to meet the required minimum quality of service standards in several areas. He emphasized that the airtime cred...

Tinubu Holds Meeting with APC Governors at Presidential Villa

23Apr

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Tinubu Holds Meeting with APC Governors at Presidential Villa

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is currently in a closed-door meeting with governors elected under the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.The meeting is taking place inside the President’s office within the Villa complex.Among the governors present are Babagana Zulum, Hope Uzodimma, Inuwa Yahaya, Hyacinth Alia, Biodun Oyebanji, Peter Mbah, and AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, among others. Some states are also represented by their deputy governors.As of the time of this report, details of the meeting’s agenda have not been disclosed.The gathering comes less than 24 hours after President Tinubu met with Senate leadership, a discussion believed to have focused on concerns raised by lawmakers regarding the party’s ongoing consensus arrangements.

NMA Lagos Rejects Abuja Doctors’ Meeting, Calls It Unlawful

23Apr

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NMA Lagos Rejects Abuja Doctors’ Meeting, Calls It Unlawful

The Lagos State branch of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has strongly criticised a recent meeting held by some medical practitioners in Abuja on April 22, describing it as illegal and a threat to the unity of the association.In a statement, the Lagos chapter said the gathering was held in defiance of an earlier directive from the National Officers Committee of the NMA, arguing that it had no constitutional backing within the association’s recognised structure.The branch warned that any resolutions or decisions reached at the meeting would not be accepted, stating that such actions could weaken the association’s constitutional order and institutional stability.It also accused the organisers of prioritising personal interests over the welfare and professional concerns of ...

Iyabo Obasanjo Raises Concerns Over APC Consensus Process After Stepping Down

23Apr

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Iyabo Obasanjo Raises Concerns Over APC Consensus Process After Stepping Down

Former Ogun Central Senator and ex-governorship aspirant under the All Progressives Congress (APC), Iyabo Obasanjo, has expressed dissatisfaction with how the party’s consensus arrangement ahead of the 2027 elections was handled.Following the Ogun APC Caucus meeting held on April 13, 2026, where Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola was announced as the consensus candidate, Obasanjo—who had earlier agreed to abide by the process—raised concerns about incidents that occurred during the gathering.In a statement, she alleged that some of her supporters were prevented from entering the venue, while two others were reportedly assaulted by a party official and later required medical attention.She said she chose not to escalate the matter in the interest of party unity but stressed that s...

₦33.8bn Fraud Case: Court Fixes Date for Judgment in Trial of Former Minister

23Apr

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₦33.8bn Fraud Case: Court Fixes Date for Judgment in Trial of Former Minister

The Federal High Court in Maitama, Abuja, has scheduled June 9, 2026, to deliver judgment in the ongoing fraud case involving former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman.The trial judge, James Omotosho, announced the date on Thursday during court proceedings.Mamman is being prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on a 12-count charge related to alleged conspiracy and money laundering amounting to ₦33.8 billion.During the hearing, Mamman’s lawyer, Femi Atteh (SAN), informed the court that the defence had submitted its final written address on April 1, 2026, along with a reply to the prosecution’s arguments, urging the court to acquit his client.On the other hand, prosecution counsel, Rotimi Oyedepo (SAN), stated that their final written address was filed...