Author: David Great

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has alleged that Senate President Godswill Akpabio repeatedly obstructed her legislative efforts after she rejected his alleged advances. The Kogi Central senator on Friday made the revelation in an explosive interview on Arise Television, accusing Akpabio of deliberately blocking her motion on the investigation of corruption in Ajaokuta Steel Company. Speaking on the incident, she recounted a moment from December 8, 2023, the eve of Akpabio’s birthday, when she and her husband were at his residence in Akwa Ibom. She claimed Akpabio made an inappropriate remark while showing her around his house. “He held my hand and…

The Lagos State Police Command has reinstated the security details of the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mojisola Meranda, following their withdrawal on Thursday. The move had intensified tensions in the ongoing leadership tussle within the Assembly. Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Moshood Jimoh, explained that the security withdrawal was part of a personnel audit and was not targeted at Meranda or any other individual. “As I speak with you, the audit of the police personnel attached to Hon. Mojisola Meranda has been completed, and the police personnel attached to her from the Lagos State Police Command…

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has directed MultiChoice Nigeria, the operator of DStv and GOtv, to suspend its planned subscription price hike pending the outcome of an ongoing investigation. In a statement signed by its Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, the FCCPC emphasized that the directive aims to prevent potential consumer exploitation during the review period. The regulatory body had previously summoned MultiChoice’s Chief Executive Officer to appear for an investigative hearing on February 27, 2025, regarding concerns over frequent price increases. However, after the company requested an extension, the session has now been rescheduled for…

Manchester City has officially welcomed Argentine midfielder Claudio Echeverri, who will now be available for selection for the remainder of the season. Echeverri initially signed with City in January last year but remained on loan at River Plate until last month. The 19-year-old arrives at the Etihad after captaining Argentina at the Under-20 South American Championship, where he scored six goals in nine matches, leading his team to the final before losing to Paraguay. During his time at River Plate, Echeverri made 48 appearances and found the net four times. He has committed to City with a contract running until…

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have reaffirmed their decision to remove Mudashiru Obasa as Speaker, declaring their support for Mojisola Meranda as the rightful leader of the House. Speaking to journalists at the assembly complex on Thursday, the lawmakers dismissed Obasa’s claim that he remains the speaker. The 36 legislators stood by their decision, stating that Meranda is the duly recognized speaker of the assembly. Addressing the media, the Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Security, and Strategy, Steven Ogundipe, emphasized the lawmakers’ stance. “He was not elected as Speaker by his constituency. We endured his…

Arsenal’s Premier League title ambitions suffered another setback as they were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by Nottingham Forest at the City Ground. The result leaves the Gunners struggling to gain momentum, while Forest, despite their recent slump, managed to hold firm against the visitors. Both teams entered the game searching for form, with Arsenal lacking a cutting edge in attack and Forest having won just one of their last five league outings. The first half saw few clear-cut chances, though Arsenal’s Riccardo Calafiori came closest, displaying excellent footwork before striking the post. West Ham win dents Arsenal title…

Manchester United battled to a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Ipswich Town at Old Trafford, despite being reduced to 10 men before halftime. The win marked their third triumph over newly promoted sides this season. Ipswich took an early lead just four minutes in after a mix-up at the back. Goalkeeper Andre Onana’s rushed approach allowed Patrick Dorgu to set up Jaden Philogene, who calmly rolled the ball into an empty net. Manchester United responded with sustained pressure, and their equalizer came via a Bruno Fernandes free-kick that deflected off Sam Morsy and into the Ipswich net. Moments later, another Fernandes…

Real Madrid claimed a narrow 1-0 victory over Real Sociedad in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final, with Endrick’s clinical finish proving decisive. The Brazilian youngster’s strike ended Sociedad’s impressive five-match home winning streak and put Madrid in control ahead of the second leg. Despite key absences—including Thibaut Courtois, Federico Valverde, and Kylian Mbappé—Carlo Ancelotti’s men absorbed early pressure from Sociedad. Former Madrid player Takefusa Kubo tested Andriy Lunin with a fierce shot, but the Ukrainian goalkeeper was up to the task. Madrid then capitalized in classic counter-attacking fashion. Jude Bellingham delivered a precise long pass to…

Liverpool tightened their grip on the Premier League title race with a 2-0 victory over Newcastle United, extending their lead at the top to 13 points. Arne Slot’s side continued their impressive scoring streak at Anfield, netting at least twice in their last 18 home matches. The match began with a setback for Newcastle, as key striker Alexander Isak was ruled out with a groin injury. Liverpool wasted no time taking advantage, with Dominik Szoboszlai breaking the deadlock in the 11th minute. Luis Díaz provided the assist, allowing the Hungarian to slot home Liverpool’s 100th goal of the season across…

The Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, has expressed concerns over threats to her life and the safety of agency staff. Speaking at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Wednesday, Adeyeye revealed that NAFDAC officials face constant danger while combating the distribution of fake and substandard pharmaceutical products across the country. She also reiterated her stance on the need for the death penalty against those involved in the sale of counterfeit drugs, describing them as “merchants of death” who endanger millions of lives. “Our officials have been targeted simply for doing…