Former Nigeria’s President Goodluck Jonathan says electoral manipulation remains one of the biggest threats in Africa. Jonathan stated this at the 2025 Goodluck Jonathan Foundation, GJF, democracy dialogue in Accra, Ghana According to him, when democracy fails to meet people’s expectations, it can breed desperation and pave the way for authoritarianism. He further stated that leaders must embrace democracy that secures a better future for children and ensures their voices are heard. “Democracy in the African continent is going through a period of strain and risk of collapse unless stakeholders come together to rethink and reform it. Electoral manipulation remains…
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Former presidential aspirant and Convener of the YesWeFit Revolutionary Movement, Dr Thomas-Wilson Ikubese, has urged Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State to steer clear of political detractors and praise-singers, and instead focus on governance in the interest of the people. In a statement in Akure, Ondo State capital on Friday, Ikubese also appealed to former Rivers governor and current FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, to avoid unnecessary interference in the affairs of the state and allow peace to reign in the overall interest of the people. He expressed concern over the failure of Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (rtd), who administered…
Manchester United legend, Gary Neville, believes four Manchester City players can hurt Arsenal when both teams clash in the Premier League on Sunday. According to Neville, the Gunners need to be wary of the likes of Erling Haaland, Phil Foden, Bernardo Silva and Jeremy Doku. Speaking on his podcast on Sky Sports, the Englishman said: “If I’m looking at that from an Arsenal perspective, I’m thinking it’s a game I have got to win. “I think Arsenal are a better team currently, and a more all-round team than this Manchester City team, but they are going to have problems in…
Real Madrid manager, Xabi Alonso has insisted that it will be “special” for new Benfica manager, Jose Mourinho when both teams clash in the UEFA Champions League in the coming months. Mourinho was recently appointed as Benfica’s new manager after he was sacked by Fenerbahce. However, the 62-year-old is now set to face his former club, Real Madrid, in the league phase of the Champions League on January 28, 2026. Speaking at his pre-match press conference ahead of Real Madrid’s LaLiga clash with Espanyol on Saturday, Alonso said of Mourinho (via Madrid Xtra on X): “Playing against Mourinho? I had…
Barcelona forward, Marcus Rashford, has matched the club’s Lionel Messi’s incredible feat in the UEFA Champions League after scoring a brace against Newcastle United. Two goals from Rashford gave Barcelona a 2-1 victory against Newcastle at St. James’ Park on Thursday night. During the encounter, Rashford had six shots, 10 touches inside the Newcastle box, the most dribbles with five, and the most possession with six. However, according to Opta, no Barcelona player has managed to achieve Rashford’s incredible stats from the Newcastle game since Messi in 2015. Speaking at his post-match interview after the game, Barcelona manager Hansi Flick…
Spanish racing driver, Carlos Sainz has insisted that Barcelona winger, Lamine Yamal should be given the Ballon d’Or this year. According to Sainz, the Spain international is absolutely excellent, and he is the best player at the moment. Organizers of the Ballon d’Or will announce the winner on Monday in Paris. Yamal, alongside Paris Saint-Germain’s Ousmane Dembele, Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah, Barcelona’s Raphinha, and Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe, are among the top contenders for the individual prize. Speaking to the media, Sainz said (via ESPN): “Ballon d’Or? I am a Real Madrid fan, but I would give the award to Lamine…
No fewer than 18 stolen vehicles, including two trucks have been recovered by the operatives of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT Police. The FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Ajao S. Adewale disclosed this while briefing journalists at the command’s headquarters on Friday. He said at least nine suspects linked to the crime have been arrested and will be made to face the law, as investigation is still ongoing. He said, “The Command also recovered eighteen stolen vehicles, including two trucks and six truck tires. “Nine suspects have been arrested in connection with these cases and will be charged in court…
The Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA, has provided an update on the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Minister, Nyesom Wike’s approval for the payment of health workers’ allowances. The Mandate Secretary of the FCT Health Secretariat, Dr Dolapo Fasawe, gave the update while addressing reporters in Abuja on Friday. Fasawe also confirmed that 37 doctors have already been employed. She said that the plan is to hire close to 300 more healthcare professionals in the shortest possible time. Fasawe, however, stressed that the necessary bureaucratic procedures would be followed in implementing the Minister’s approval to ensure a lasting solution and mitigate…
Abiodun Aladetan has been elected Chairman of the Lagos State Council of the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria, TUC. He has made a firm promise to place workers’ welfare and rights at the forefront of his administration, particularly those in the private and informal sectors. Aladetan, a member of the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria, ASCSN, was elected on Thursday at the congress held at the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research, NIMR, Yaba. Seven other executive officers were also elected to serve alongside him. The newly elected officials include Chinatu Iregbeyen of the Association of Senior Staff of…
The leader of the Igbo Vanguard Group, IVG, James Nnadozie Uchegbuo, has questioned Nigeria’s approach to peace and justice, faulting the recent peace dialogue reportedly attended by a leader of bandits in Katsina, Isiya Kwase Garwa. He particularly faulted the continued detention of the leader of Indigenous People of Biafra IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu. Speaking to journalists in Umuahia, Abia State, Uchegbuo said that the contrasting approaches raise serious concerns about fairness, equity, and the credibility of Nigeria’s justice system. He wondered how a bandit leader declared wanted for bloody killings and other crimes would be enjoying what he called soft…
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has urged Governor Siminalayi Fubara to sack all the appointees of the Sole Administrators in the past six months. The Governor returned to the Rivers State Government House on Friday after his six months of widely condemned suspension by President Bola Tinubu. While Fubara’s suspension met a wide range of condemnations, it still lasted for the six-month period as declared by the President with the Governor returning on Friday, a day after the Sole administrator left the Government House. During this period of six months, Ibok-Ette Ibas made some…
Matchday 1 of the UEFA Champions League was anything but straightforward, with results shaking up the early table and leaving some heavyweights already under pressure. Liverpool stole the spotlight, edging Atlético Madrid 3–2 thanks to Virgil van Dijk’s stoppage-time header. That late strike not only secured three points but also raised questions about Atlético’s defensive discipline in crunch moments. Chelsea’s 3–1 defeat to Bayern Munich was another headline-maker. For a club that spent heavily in recent windows, being outclassed so comprehensively has sparked renewed debate about their ability to compete at Europe’s top level. Similarly, PSG’s ruthless 4–0 dismantling of…
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Rear Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas has officially handed over to the reinstated Governor of the State, Sim Fubara. In his final state-wide broadcast, Ibas urged the people of the state to support Fubara as he resumes his duties of leading the state. President Bola Tinubu had suspended Fubara six months ago while declaring an emergency rule in Rivers State. Yesterday, the president lifted the emergency rule, while reinstating Fubara. However, in his broadcast, Ibas said: “My dear citizens of Rivers State, it’s with gratitude in my heart and humility in my spirit that I address…
According to The Chelsea Chronicle, Cole Palmer may have been Chelsea’s brightest star in their 3-1 defeat to Bayern Munich, but all eyes turned to the England international’s fitness after he appeared to be nursing his groin at the final whistle. Palmer, who announced himself on the Champions League stage with a brilliantly taken goal, was arguably the Blues’ most influential player at the Allianz Arena. Yet, as supporters celebrated his dazzling display, concerns quickly mounted when he was spotted holding the same area that had sidelined him earlier this season. Palmer’s return to the starting lineup was a much-anticipated…
In an interview on SYMFONI, former President Olusegun Obasanjo spoke about his traumatic experience during the military rule of the late General Sani Abacha. Obasanjo described his survival and eventual release from prison as a result of divine intervention. He shared, “I was a victim of a military dictator, and my presence here today is due to God’s grace, as he (Abacha) told several people that three of us were in detention or prison, and that three of us would never be released.” The former president reflected on how Abacha’s statement became a harsh reality for most of his fellow…