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Shooting Stars Sports Club have completed the signing of midfielder Olakunle Akala from Kano Pillars ahead of the new Nigeria Premier Football League season. Akala joined the Ibadan-based club on a one-year contract after ending his spell with Kano Pillars, where he featured prominently during the previous campaign. The midfielder confirmed his departure from the four-time NPFL champions in a farewell message shared on social media. He expressed appreciation to the club’s management, coaching staff, teammates and supporters for their backing throughout his time in Kano. “It was a privilege to wear the Kano Pillars shirt,” Akala said. He added…

Human rights lawyer Ifeanyi Ejiofor has called on the Federal Government to take stronger diplomatic and legal steps to protect Nigerians living in South Africa amid renewed concerns over attacks on African migrants. Ejiofor, who serves as lead counsel to the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, said in a statement issued on Saturday that expressions of concern were no longer sufficient. He urged the Nigerian government to demand credible investigations into attacks involving its citizens, insist on the prosecution of offenders and seek concrete security guarantees from South African authorities. According to him, Nigeria should also work through regional and…

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old man suspected of belonging to the Eiye Confraternity after officers allegedly recovered a locally fabricated pistol and a live cartridge from him in the Ijaiye/Ojokoro area of the state. The suspect, identified as Yusuf Lamina Adigun, was arrested during a routine stop-and-search operation, according to a statement issued on Saturday by the command’s spokesperson, Abimbola Adebisi. Police said officers on patrol intercepted a motorcycle carrying three passengers and conducted a search on the occupants. During the exercise, a locally made pistol loaded with one live cartridge was allegedly found in Adigun’s…

Several Malian soldiers have reportedly been captured following a wave of coordinated attacks on military positions across the West African country, amid unconfirmed claims that a Russian military aircraft was brought down near Gao. Security analyst Brant Philip, who shared updates on X on Saturday, said fighters linked to the Azawad Liberation Front, FLA, allegedly took Malian troops prisoner during clashes around Anefis. Philip also cited unverified reports that a Russian Africa Corps Su-24 fighter aircraft crashed near Gao after it was allegedly struck by anti-aircraft fire close to Anefis. Smoke was reportedly seen rising from the Gao Air Base…

Here’s a polished, original news version suitable for publication on Sahara Reports. A medical expert who reportedly conducted an independent assessment of the health of detained Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu, has been arrested in Enugu State. According to available reports, the arrest has generated fresh reactions from Kanu’s legal team and supporters, who have questioned the circumstances surrounding the development. The medical expert was said to have examined Kanu following concerns raised over his health while in the custody of the Nigerian authorities. Details surrounding the arrest, including the specific allegations against the medical practitioner,…

The Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, has announced a planned seven-hour power outage in parts of Abuja to allow for preventive maintenance at the Katampe 132/33 kilovolt transmission substation. TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Mrs Ndidi Mbah, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja on Saturday. According to the statement, the maintenance exercise will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and will involve work on the 100 Mega Volt Ampere (MVA, 132/33kV power transformer, its auxiliary equipment, and associated switchgear) Mbah explained that the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company, AEDC, would be unable to receive bulk power…

The Oyo State Police Command has arrested 11 students of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, LAUTECH, Ogbomoso, over their alleged involvement in cult-related activities. The command’s Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday in Ibadan. According to the statement, the suspects are alleged members of the Eiye Confraternity who had gathered at a hideout within the Under-G, Yuako and Adenike areas of Ogbomoso. Ayanlade said the group was reportedly planning coordinated attacks within the university’s student community before operatives of the command’s Violent Crime Response Unit intervened. He explained that the operation followed credible…

PRESS STATEMENT The Socio-Economic Research and Development Centre (SERDEC) warmly congratulates the Executive Director of the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) and Head of Transparency International (TI) Nigeria, Comrade Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, on his well-deserved Award with the prestigious global Amalia Award by Transparency International in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the promotion of transparency, accountability, integrity, and good governance. This well-earned global honour named after the late Amalia Kostanyan, former Chair of Transparency International Armenia, celebrates individuals’ exceptional contributions and professional Excellence in outstanding leadership, innovation, and dedication to advancing transparency, accountability, and anti-corruption efforts. The…

The Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has commended Air Peace for what she described as an extraordinary demonstration of patriotism, compassion, and unwavering commitment to national service following the airline’s successful humanitarian evacuation of stranded Nigerians from South Africa. Air Peace on Tuesday announced the successful completion of its second humanitarian evacuation mission from South Africa, safely returning 271 Nigerians aboard its Boeing 777-200 aircraft in collaboration with the Federal Government of Nigeria. The latest operation brings the total number of Nigerians evacuated by the airline to 533 in two separate missions, further strengthening its reputation…

By Abdul Mohammed Lawal. Every generation leaves behind a few people whose influence goes far beyond their own lifetime. Some are remembered for politics or business, while others for traditional leadership or public service. Then there are those whose greatest legacy is the example they set. For many people in Ankpa, Alhaji Usman Yahaya, widely known as Yaman, belonged to that rare category. When he passed away, tributes poured in from every direction. People spoke about his generosity, his business empire, and the remarkable life he built from humble beginnings. I wanted to write this piece immediately, but I decided…