The Ekiti State Government has attributed the recurring flooding incidents in the state partly to changing environmental and climatic conditions, while urging residents to stop practices that obstruct waterways and worsen the impact of heavy rainfall. The Chief of Staff to Governor Biodun Oyebanji, Adeniyi Adebayo, said the government had invested significantly in drainage construction, desilting and other ecological interventions to reduce the risk of flooding across the state. Adebayo spoke during a press conference on activities lined up for the second-term inauguration of the Oyebanji administration, where he defended the government’s environmental management efforts and called for greater cooperation…
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The deputy governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Ogun State, Lateefat Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo, has urged Muslims in the state to shun vote-buying and violence and to actively participate in elections to elect morally upright leaders. Sowunmi-Kolapo said Muslim leaders, families and youths must recognise the importance of political participation in protecting their interests and heritage in the state. According to her, religious leaders and members of the community should not assume that their interests would be automatically protected without active involvement in the political process. “Let us tell our wards and our children, there should be no…
Former England captain, John Terry, has claimed Arsenal are “clear favourites” to win the Premier League title this season. Terry also said expects Chelsea to continue being “hit and miss” across the season. The Gunners have won four of their opening five fixtures before the September international break. On the other hand, the Blues have picked up only seven points from a possible 15 from Xabi Alonso’s first five matches at the helm. Recommended When asked who will finish higher out of Arsenal and Chelsea, Terry told Theo Walcott on the latter’s TikTok page: “Unfortuntely, it’s going to be Arsenal.…
Less than a day after the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) reduced the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to N1,370 per litre, the state-owned oil company has offered Nigerians an N66 discount. NNPCL made this disclosure in a notice on X on Thursday, in commemoration of Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary. According to NNPCL, Nigerians will benefit from a significant N66 per litre discount at any of its retail outlets from October 1 to 7, 2026. However, NNPCL said Nigerians would have to use its mobile app to benefit from the offer. Recommended “Happy 66th Independence Day, Nigeria. “N66 off every litre…
Real Madrid have requested that Barcelona be stripped of the titles won between 2001 and 2018 in connection with UEFA’s investigation into the Negreira case. According to Spanish publication Diario AS, Real Madrid have submitted documentation to UEFA regarding the matter. The submission by Real Madrid reportedly comprises 50,000 pages of materials, including numerous documents, evidence and statements from multiple parties. UEFA has formally initiated a disciplinary investigation into the Negreira case. European football’s governing body is investigating Barcelona’s €8.4 million payment to José María Enríquez Negreira. Recommended The payment was made to Negreira, who served as vice-president of the…
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday called for urgent reform at the United Nations to allow countries from all continents to make meaningful contributions. Putin addressed the plenary session of the 23rd annual meeting of the Valdai Discussion Club, themed “Responsibility for the Future: Limits of the Possible, or Limitless Possibilities?” Referencing the UN Charter, the President stressed that the document stipulates that the UN operates as a central coordinating mechanism in international affairs. Putin said despite being the most representative international organisation, the UN falls short of collective and democratic principles in the way it is being managed compared to its…
Former Arsenal and England international, Paul Merson, has demanded that Manchester City be stripped of all the titles they won between 2009 and 2018. Following a rigorous four-year investigation, the Premier League issued a statement concerning Manchester City’s alleged violations of the league’s financial regulations, as determined by an Independent Committee. Merson joined other analysts in offering commentary on the matter. Speaking on Sky Sports, the former England international said, “First of all, take all their trophies away. I think that’s the first thing. It’s not because of us, it’s our children’s children’s children in 50, 60 or 70 years’…
Nigeria’s allocation for the 2027 Hajj has increased to 60,000 pilgrims following the approval of an additional 10,000 slots by the Saudi Arabian authorities. The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) announced the development in a statement signed by its Head of Information and Publications, Shafii Sani Mohammed. The Commission said the increase was secured through continued discussions between the Nigerian Government and authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Under the new arrangement, state Muslim pilgrims’ welfare boards, agencies and commissions will receive 7,500 of the additional slots, while 2,500 have been reserved for seven lead tour operators. Recommended…
Manchester United playmaker, Bruno Fernandes, has replaced Cristiano Ronaldo as the captain of the Portugal national team. Fernandes will lead the team out for their UEFA Nations League clash against Denmark on Thursday evening. The 32-year-old takes the armband following Ronaldo’s decision to leave camp. Ronaldo was left furious after head coach Jorge Jesus left him on the bench for the entirety of their 2-1 win over Norway on Sunday. Recommended The Al Nassr superstar has vowed to reveal “the truth” about his departure from camp. Rafael Leao has also taken over Ronaldo’s iconic no.7 shirt. You may like
Suspected bandits have killed a resident and abducted nine persons, including his wife and two children, in Babban Saura (PW) community, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday when the attackers reportedly invaded three houses in the community. The attack was carried out while Nigerians were celebrating the country’s 66th Independence Day. A community source told NAN that the attackers first invaded the residence of an elderly man and abducted two of his children. Recommended He said the assailants later proceeded to the residence of a man identified as Sikiru, where they broke…