The governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the September 21 election in Edo State, Asue Ighodalo, has promised that his party will sign the peace accord with other political parties once the Federal Government and the Nigeria Police Force meet all its conditions. Ighodalo made this pledge in an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Monday, lamenting that some PDP members have been arrested and detained without being charged to court. According to the governorship candidate, his camp will not hesitate to sign the peace accord already signed by the other parties involved in the election…
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Real Madrid midfielder, Federico Valverde has picked teammate Vinicius Junior as the next Ballon d’Or winner. Vinicius is already a frontrunner among the players nominated for this year’s award following an impressive campaign. The Brazilian helped Real Madrid to La Liga and Champions League triumph last season, scoring 24 goals and 11 assists from 39 games across competitions. The Brazilian also was crucial as Los Blancos claimed the Supercopa de Espana. His efforts earned him a place among the final 30 nominees for the Ballon d’Or. Also in contention for the award are Manchester City midfielder Rodri, Real Madrid ‘s…
President Bola Tinubu says the Federal Government will support the government and people of Borno State amid the floods that have ravaged parts of the state. The President made this promise on Monday when he visited the state to sympathize with the flood victims and the state government, expressing sadness over the massive losses caused by the flooding. DAILY POST reports that the floods have so far killed about 37 people, displaced about a million people and destroyed property worth millions of naira. “I am here to sympathise with you. I heard the report, and my Vice President gave details…
The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed that a 54-year-old man, simply called Benjamin, has taken his life in the Agege area of the state. The command’s spokesman, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed this on Monday in Lagos. Hundeyin said that the incident happened on Sunday at about 8:00 pm. The police image maker said the elder brother to the deceased reported the incident at the Elere Police Station that his brother allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself to death in the store of their house. “Officers of the division immediately visited the scene and the deceased was lowered and taken…
Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag, has warned Antony that he has to “earn the right” to win back his place in the team. Antony’s arrival at Old Trafford from Ajax for £82million in 2022, saw him become the second most expensive transfer in United’s history. However, the Brazil winger has fallen out of favour, playing just one minute of Premier League football so far this season. Ten Hag is set to make changes to his team for the Carabao Cup third-round tie against League One side Barnsley on Tuesday. However, Ten Hag has made it clear that Antony won’t…
The Ijaw National Congress, INC, worldwide has called on security agencies to carry out a thorough investigation to fish out the culprits responsible for the killings during the Ijaw Youth Congress, IYC, election. This was contained in a press release signed by the National Publicity Secretary, INC Worldwide, Chief Ezonebi Oyakemeagbegha, on Monday. The release titled “That Senseless Killings At Ijaw Youth Congress Elections Venue” reads: “The Ijaw National Congress INC worldwide condemn the killings in Abuloma on the 14th of September, during the Ijaw Youth Council elections, in the strongest possible terms. “The killings were not only gruesome but…
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti will welcome back the duo of Jude Bellingham and Aurelien Tchouameni ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League game against Stuttgart. However, the LaLiga giants will be without defender Eder Militao, who was not part of training on Monday. The record 15-time winners and current holders will begin their defence at the Santiago Bernabeu against the German side. “Bellingham is good, just as Tchouameni is good, and Militao too for tomorrow, who didn’t train today because he needed one more day of recovery,” said Ancelotti. “Two important players are back, but we also have the bad luck…
Nigerian singers Rema and Shallipopi’s hit track “Benin Boys” is featured on the official EA FC 25 soundtrack. EA FC 25 is a global football video game formerly known as FIFA. The soccer video game is slated for release on September 27. The inclusion of the Afro-fusion song highlights the growing influence of Nigerian musicians globally. Unveiling the full playlist for EA FC 25, the game’s developer, EA Sports, showcases a diverse range of music from international artists across different genres. “Benin Boys,” known for its beat and cultural references to the singers’ hometown of Benin City, in Nigeria, has…
Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior on Monday received his award as the Best Player for the 2023/24 Champions League. Vinicius was decisive as the LaLiga champions won the title. The Brazilian winger scored six goals and laid on five assists in the competition last season. His ability to step up in crucial matches was instrumental in ultimately securing the trophy. Meanwhile, Mbappe was also awarded as the top scorer of the Champions League, netting eight goals throughout the tournament. Both players will be hoping to form a lethal duo that will dismantle opposing defences this campaign. Champions League: Vinícius Jr…
Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit has given one major reason why Mikel Arteta’s side won’t win the Premier League title this season. Arsenal failed to win the Premier League title last season as they finished in second position behind champions Manchester City. This season, the Gunners currently sit in second position behind leaders Man City after four matches. However, Petit feels Arsenal would fall short of the English top-flight title again because of their lack of squad depth amidst a new 36-team UEFA Champions League campaign. “City started poorly [last year], and they were missing big players during the season,…