Buhari, Tinubu Share No Bad Blood — Garba Shehu Insists
Ex-presidential spokesperson says talk of rift is baseless, reaffirms Buhari’s loyalty to APC Former presidential spokesperson Mallam Garba Shehu has dismissed claims of a rift between former President Muhammadu Buhari and his successor, President Bola Tinubu, describing the speculation as unfounded and lacking evidence. Speaking during an interview on Trust TV’s 30 Minutes, Shehu emphasized…
Kanyinsola Ajayi Clocks Blistering 9.92s to Win 100m in France
20-year-old Nigerian sprint sensation breaks meet record, cements place among nation’s fastest men Rising Nigerian sprint star, Kanyinsola Ajayi delivered another electric performance on Monday evening, storming to a 9.92-second victory in the men’s 100m final at the Meeting International de Sotteville-lès-Rouen in France. Running from lane five at Stade Jean Adret with a reaction…
Olubadan Owolabi Olakulehin Passes at 90, One Year After Ascending Throne
Ibadan mourns revered monarch just days after his 90th birthday celebration The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has passed away at the age of 90, marking the end of a brief but significant reign as the 43rd traditional ruler of the ancient Yoruba city. It was gathered that the monarch died in the early…
Peter Obi Reaffirms 2027 Presidential Bid, Rejects Running Mate Speculation
The 2023 general election Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has restated his intention to contest the presidency in 2027, firmly dismissing claims that he may serve as a running mate to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar or any other candidate. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Obi said…
Lagos Police Assure Maximum Security Ahead of Cult Day, Arrest 52 Suspects
The Lagos State Police Command has assured residents of its readiness to maintain law and order as the state braces for potential unrest linked to the annual “Cult Day” celebration, observed on July 7. In a statement issued Sunday by the Command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the state Commissioner of Police, Mr. Olohundare Jimoh, warned…
Peter Obi Reaffirms 2027 Presidential Bid, Promises Four-Year Tenure to Deliver Good Governance
Former Labour Party presidential candidate insists coalition with ADC is not anti-party The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has confirmed he will run for president again in 2027, stating that four years is enough for him to deliver meaningful change and set Nigeria on the path to good governance. Speaking…
Arsenal Agree Personal Terms with Viktor Gyökeres, Deal Until 2030
Arsenal have reached a full agreement on personal terms with Swedish striker Viktor Gyökeres, paving the way for a potential summer move from Sporting CP. According to sources close to the negotiations, Gyökeres has agreed to a five-year contract that would keep him at the Emirates Stadium until June 2030. The forward, who has enjoyed…
Datti Baba-Ahmed Urges ADC to Field Unpredictable Candidate Against APC in 2027
Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, running mate to Peter Obi in the 2023 presidential election, has called on the coalition-backed African Democratic Congress (ADC) to field a presidential candidate in 2027 whom the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) would find difficult to defeat. Speaking during an interview with Trust TV, Baba-Ahmed advised the coalition to avoid presenting…
21 Die in Kano–Zaria Highway Auto Crash
A fatal collision between a Toyota Hummer Bus and a DAF trailer claimed the lives of 21 passengers on Sunday morning along the Kano–Zaria highway. The tragic accident, which occurred around 8:23 a.m. at Kasuwar Dogo in the Dakatsalle area, also left three others injured, according to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). Kano Sector…
DONE DEAL: Arsenal Confirm Signing of Martín Zubimendi from Real Sociedad
Arsenal have officially announced the signing of Spain international Martín Zubimendi from Real Sociedad on a five-year contract, in a move seen as a key part of the club’s midfield rebuild. The 26-year-old midfielder, long admired by manager Mikel Arteta, joins the North London side after Arsenal activated a deal worth slightly above his £51…
