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Labour Party, LP, governorship candidate in Lagos during the 2023 elections, Mr Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has formally defected to the African Democratic Congress, ADC. The declaration, which took place in Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos on Saturday, was nearly marred by an alleged attempt by suspected political thugs to disrupt the gathering. Police operatives were also spotted at the venue, raising unease among attendees. Addressing supporters after receiving the ADC flag, Rhodes-Vivour clarified that the event was not a campaign rally but a constitutional political meeting. He vowed to seek clarification from the Lagos State Commissioner of Police on why…

The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Prof Ahmed Abubakar Audi, has condemned the killing of eight personnel of the agency by gunmen suspected to be kidnappers on Friday in Edo State. A statement by Afolabi Babawale, National Public Relations Officer of the Corps, said the Commandant General has directed the Edo State Commandant and other Management Staff Officers to pay condolences to the families of the operatives who lost their lives in the line of duty. Audi, who condoled with the families of the deceased, also directed the Edo State Commandant to make arrangements…

U.S. President, Donald Trump said Friday, that his administration is engaged in “very deep negotiations” with Hamas over hostages held in Gaza, while warning that some of those believed to be alive may have recently died. Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump said he had urged the group to release all captives immediately. “We said, ‘let them all out, right now, and much better things will happen,’” he said. “If they don’t, it’s going to be a tough situation, it’s going to be nasty. Israel’s choice, but that’s my opinion.” The president acknowledged grim reports that not all…

Niger Tornadoes have been permitted to host their home matches in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, at the Bako Kontagora Stadium, Minna. The venue earlier failed NPFL’s requirements to host matches in the top flight this season. Niger Tornadoes played their opening fixture of the season at the Rashidi Yekini Stadium in Ilorin. The Ikon Allah Boys will entertain Bayelsa United in their next home game in Minna on Sunday. “Temporarily, we are playing our next home game against Bayelsa United in Minna,” an official of the club told DAILY POST. Niger Tornadoes have earned three points from their…

Sokoto South Senator, Aminu Tambuwal, has disclosed that President Bola Tinubu lacks the knowledge of how to govern Nigeria. Tambuwal said Tinubu lacks knowledge of the federal system, hence his inability to appoint ambassadors. The former Sokoto State governor disclosed this while featuring on Channels Television’s Politics Today. According to Tambuwal: “Tinubu has always been confined to his locality in the local environment of Lagos, with due respect, and has never been a federal operator. “Tinubu does not understand the federal system. Up till now, we don’t have ambassadors. “Two years with almost three months into the administration, what does…

Former Nigerian Ambassador to Japan, Professor Mohammed Gana Yisa, has vowed that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) will not be allowed to rig the 2027 general elections. Speaking in an interview with Vanguard on Friday, the former Deputy Speaker of the Kwara State House of Assembly accused the APC of already plotting to manipulate the process. “Of course, APC is already planning to rig. But we are more vigilant this time. We are developing antidotes to rigging. We will not allow APC to rig elections in 2027,” Yisa declared. He explained that opposition parties are working on new strategies…

Inter Miami striker, Luis Suarez, has been handed a six-game ban. The punishment was confirmed by the Leagues Cup disciplinary committee following a brawl between Miami and Seattle Sounders five days ago. Suarez has been adjudged guilty of spitting at a Sounders staff member. His team-mate, Sergio Busquets, got a two-match suspension for violent conduct, while Tomas Aviles was given a three-game ban also for violent conduct. Meanwhile, Seattle assistant coach Steven Lenhart was slapped with a five-game ban for violent conduct. However, these bans apply only to the Leagues Cup competition. But it is believed that Major League Soccer,…

Amavubi of Rwanda captain, Djihad Bizimana, has declared his team’s readiness for battle against the Super Eagles of Nigeria, DAILY POST reports. The East Africans defeated the Super Eagles 2-1 on their last visit to Uyo in November 2024. Eric Chelle’s side, however, avenged the defeat in March this year, claiming a 2-0 victory over the Amavubi at the Amahoro Stadium, Kigali. Saturday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday seven encounter will take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium. Bizimana stated that they are ready for battle and will give their all on the pitch. “We are fully focused…

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday cautioned Europe against deploying troops to Ukraine ahead of a peace deal, warning that such an action would lead to their destruction. Putin issued the warning at the Eastern Economic Forum after the Coalition of the Willing announced it was set to provide security guarantees for Kyiv, following President Volodymyr Zelensky’s request. At the close of Thursday’s summit at the Élysée Palace in Paris, President Emmanuel Macron announced that allies were committed to sending assets to strengthen Ukraine’s security apparatus. That decision could prove costly, with President Putin declaring the Kremlin’s opposition to a…

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has warned his players not to underrate the Amavubi of Rwanda, DAILY POST reports. Nigeria and Rwanda will face off in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday seven encounter in Uyo on Saturday. The Super Eagles recorded a 2-0 victory over Adel Amrouche’s side in a matchday five clash at the Amahoro Stadium, Kigali, in March. Nigeria go into the game as overwhelming favourites, but Chelle is mindful of the quality of their opponents. The Malian tactician described the Amavubi as a good side with a quality coach. “Rwanda is a good team…