The Osun Amotekun Corps has apprehended a 27-year-old man, Hassan Olalekan, for his involvement in a series of armed robberies, looting, and burglaries across various towns in Osun State. The suspect, who hails from Ile-Ife and resides in Ilesa, was arrested in Ila-Orangun and subsequently transferred to the State Headquarters for further investigation, according to a statement issued by Isaac Omoyele, the Corps Commander of Osun Amotekun, and signed by Yusuf Idowu, the Public Relations Officer of the security outfit. According to the statement, “The felon was apprehended following a coordinated operation based on credible intelligence. The suspect’s arrest has…
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Arsenal legend, Thierry Henry, believes it will be ‘extremely difficult’ for the Gunners to win the Premier League title this season following their recent back-to-back defeats. Arsenal recently lost to Newcastle United in the Premier League last weekend. Mikel Arteta’s side were also beaten 1-0 by Inter Milan in the Champions League at San Siro on Wednesday. However, Henry feels Arsenal’s hopes of winning the Premier League title will be all but over if they lose to Chelsea on Sunday. Asked if Arsenal are Premier League title challengers after their Champions League defeat to Inter Milan, Henry said on CBS…
A Bauchi-based NGO, Hake Humanitarian Aid Initiative, has condemned the brutal rape and alleegd murder of a two-year-old girl in Ningi local government area of Bauchi State. This is as it called for swift justice and stronger protections against sexual violence amid rising concerns over the safety of vulnerable populations in the area. The organization, in a statement issued on Thursday, expressed deep sadness over the rape incident, stating, “We are devastated by this unspeakable crime, which has shaken us all.” “The horrific rape and murder of an innocent child is a troubling reflection of the growing issue of sexual…
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, is adamant his team will beat Chelsea if they replicate their performance against Inter Milan. The Gunners lost 1-0 to the Serie A side in the Champions League on Wednesday night. It was their second consecutive defeat, after they were beaten 1-0 at Newcastle United last weekend. Hakan Calhanoglu’s controversial penalty just before half time proved decisive at San Siro. Arteta now must pick his players up ahead of a Premier League trip to Chelsea on Sunday. He said: “If we play the way we play, we‘ll have a big chance to win against Chelsea. “That‘s…
Manchester United have made inquiries about Bayern Munich’s Leroy Sane, with the player edging closer to an exit from the Allianz Arena. BILD reports that United are looking to sign Sane in the January transfer window. The winger is into the final months of his current contract and would be available as a free agent next summer. But the Red Devils are exploring the possibility of bringing Sane in earlier. United have endured a poor start to the season under Erik ten Hag, which resulted in the Dutchman’s sacking. Ten Hag will be replaced by Sporting CP boss Ruben Amorim…
Players and officials of Edo Queens have left the country for Casablanca, Morocco ahead of the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League, DAILY POST reports. The contingent departed the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos on Thursday morning. The Nigerian champions will be making their maiden appearance in the competition. Moses Aduku’s side will face holders Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa, CBE FC of Ethiopia and Masar FC of Egypt in Group B. Edo Queens’ opening fixture is against Masar FC in Casablanca on Saturday. The Benin City club will be looking to make history as the first Nigerian club to win…
France World Cup winner, Paul Pogba, has named Real Madrid’s Vinicius as the best player in the world at the moment. The Juventus midfielder also named Manchester City’s Erling Haaland and Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane among the best players in the world. Pogba was asked who he rated as the world’s best while appearing on a stream alongside YouTuber IShowSpeed. He initially picked Vinicius but then questioned his response and said both Haaland and Kane should also be in the conversation. Asked who he rates as the best in the world, Pogba told IShowSpeed: “Honestly talking? I would give it…
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reconsider any proposed tax reform laws that might deepen regional divisions in Nigeria. Speaking at the opening of the State Executive Council meeting held at the Government House, governor Mohammed stressed on the need for policies that reflect fairness and unity. He raised concerns about the ongoing discussions around the national tax reform law, which, he feels, may overlook the interests of the northern region. “As one nation, Nigeria should avoid enacting laws that could potentially marginalize any region,” he said. “I urge President Tinubu to refrain from…
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has encouraged U.S. President-elect Donald Trump to adopt a foreign policy approach akin to former President Ronald Reagan’s, “peace through strength” policy as a means to deter Russian aggression. Drawing on the legacy of Reagan’s foreign policy, known as the “Reagan Doctrine,” Zelenskyy pointed out how Reagan supported anti-communist movements and bolstered U.S. military capabilities, particularly during the Cold War. This doctrine, he noted, advocated for negotiating from a position of power, which Zelenskyy believes could help Ukraine and its allies achieve greater security in the face of Russian threats. Trump, who was declared president-elect after…
A former presidential spokesman, Doyin Okupe, on Thursday suggested how to unseat President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Okupe said a combination of former presidential candidates from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Atiku Abubakar and that of Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi, would unseat Tinubu in 2027. He said it’s game over should former President Goodluck Jonathan joins the race in 2027. Posting on X, Okupe charged business mogul, Aliko Dangote should emulate Elon Musk and back Atiku. He wrote: “Many Nigerian pseudo politicians lack deep thinking. Atiku/Obi will unseat Tinubu. Assumes Yorubas are stupid. “Bring GEJ in 2027. Game over…