The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned the cavalier manner by which President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had suspended and subsequently reinstated the elected Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara. In a statement signed by Bolaji Abdullahi, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, the ADC described the action as “whimsically autocratic.” The party said it was dismayed by President Tinubu’s attempt to disguise political brinkmanship as statesmanship, adding that Tinubu’s action in Rivers would define his political legacy. It stated that the suspension of Rivers Governor was self-serving and remains unconstitutional. The full statement read: “On Wednesday, September 17, Nigerians witnessed a curious spectacle:…
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The world football governing body, FIFA, has opened disciplinary proceedings against the South African Football Association (SAFA) and midfielder Teboho Mokoena for allegedly fielding the player while under suspension in a 2026 World Cup qualifier. Mokoena played in South Africa’s 2–0 victory over Lesotho on March 21 in Polokwane, despite reportedly being ineligible after accumulating yellow cards against Benin (November 2023) and Zimbabwe (June 2024). According to FIFA regulations, that sequence should have triggered a one-match suspension. In a letter dated September 15, 2025, FIFA notified SAFA that both the 28-year-old midfielder and the association face charges of breaching disciplinary…
The push to institutionalise state policing is expected to dominate discussions at the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting today, with Vice President, Kashim Shettima presiding. Naija News reports that the meeting, which commenced around 11:30 a.m. at the Council Chambers of the State House, Abuja, opened with prayers led by Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, before participants moved into a closed-door session. This NEC sitting is the first since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu renewed his call for decentralised policing, insisting it is central to addressing Nigeria’s worsening insecurity. NEC, a constitutional advisory body chaired by the Vice President, consists of…
The outgone Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), on Wednesday night performed his last official duty before exiting office, marking the end of his six-month stewardship. At the Government House, Port Harcourt, Ibas inaugurated Dr Irringi Brown as the substantive Head of Service, his final act as administrator. He later addressed the people of Rivers in a statewide broadcast, where he reviewed his tenure and urged support for the reinstated governor, Siminalayi Fubara. According to The Nation, Ibas was dressed in a blue kaftan and his trademark glasses, as he stepped out of his office with…
Cole Palmer insists Chelsea are not in the Champions League just to gain experience, despite falling 3-1 to Bayern Munich in their league-phase opener at the Allianz Arena. It was Chelsea’s first game in the competition since April 2023, and while they showed flashes of promise, the gulf in experience was clear against a Bayern side who know how to punish mistakes. After the game on Wednesday night, September 16, Palmer was quick to stress that Chelsea are not lowering their ambitions. “We are not coming here for it to be a learning curve,” he said. “We have shown tonight…
The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has said nothing stops the son of his principal, Seyi Tinubu, from contesting for any political office in Nigeria, including the governorship position of Lagos State. Naija News reports that Bwala in an interview with media personality, Nedu, on The Clarity Zone podcast, dismissed criticisms that Seyi’s political involvement is linked only to his father’s influence. He described Seyi as humble and stressed that he has built a reputation as a bridge-builder among the youth. He said, “If Seyi Tinubu’s father is the president, what stops him from running for Lagos…
The Plateau State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed claims by the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, that the ruling party would install a governor in the state come 2027. Naija News reports that Yilwatda, who was the APC governorship candidate in 2023 but lost to Governor Caleb Mutfwang, had on a live radio programme in Jos on Wednesday declared that Mutfwang would serve only one term as the APC would reclaim the state in the next election. Reacting in a statement on Thursday, PDP’s state Publicity Secretary, Jonathan Amande, described…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has cautioned members of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association against allowing their cattle to roam within Abuja’s city centre, warning that the practice poses traffic and security risks. Naija News reports that the Commissioner of Police, CP Saka Adewale, issued the warning during a meeting with leaders of the association on Wednesday at the Command Headquarters in Garki II, Abuja. Spokesperson of the Command, SP Josephine Adeh, disclosed the development in a statement on Thursday, saying the dialogue was aimed at curbing communal clashes and addressing cattle roaming within the capital. The…
The Imo State Police Command has confirmed the rescue of former lawmaker representing Okigwe State Constituency, Hon. Ngozi Ogbu, who was abducted by armed men and held captive for several days. Police Public Relations Officer, Henry Okoye, disclosed in a statement on Thursday that Ogbu was freed on Wednesday night. “The Imo State Police Command has confirmed the release of Hon. Ngozi Ogbu, the former legislator who represented Okigwe State Constituency. He was released yesterday night. The Command is working in synergy with other security agencies to make sure his abductors are apprehended and brought to book,” Okoye said. He…
Portuguese tactician, Jose Mourinho has confirmed he is in advanced talks to become Benfica’s new manager after touching down in Lisbon on Wednesday. The Portuguese coach, who has been out of work for less than a month following his departure from Fenerbahce, is expected to take over from Bruno Lage. Lage was dismissed after Benfica’s shock Champions League defeat to Qarabag at the Estádio da Luz, a result that stunned supporters. Mourinho, visibly relaxed as he addressed the press at the airport, admitted that the approach from Benfica was one he could not turn down. “Benfica officially asked me if…
