Author: David Great

The Lamido of Adamawa, His Royal Highness, Muhammadu Musdafa, on Wednesday prayed for Vice President Yemi Osinbajo succeeds in his efforts to become the next President of Nigeria. Prof. Osinbajo who was in Adamawa state to meet with the All Progressives Congress (APC) delegates. The monarch recalled VP’s chieftaincy title as the Jagaba of Adamawa. The monarch then prayed for the realization of the VP’s presidential aspiration. “I hope your coming will add more light to Adamawa because you are the Jagaba of Adamawa. I hope you succeed in your efforts to become the President of this country,” the Lamido…

President Muhammadu Buhari has described terrorists as ‘stupid’, noting that, God is a God of justice, so you cannot kill people and say God is great. Buhari stated this when he received the United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, to Nigeria, stressing that, the country remains grateful to the UN and some world leaders on their steadfast partnership in fighting terrorism. The Nigerian leader said that the spotlight on Russia and Ukraine could have easily distracted the world from other pertinent global challenges. The president’s spokesman, Mr Femi Adesina, in a statement, said the president gave the commendation to the…

Meets APC delegates in Taraba, Adamawa States Lamido prays for success of VP’s presidential aspiration There is no greater privilege than to have the opportunity to give one’s best in the service of the country, contributing to society and making life better for the people, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo. Prof. Osinbajo was speaking on Wednesday during his visits to Taraba and Adamawa States, in continuation of his engagements with stakeholders and delegates of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the States. The VP was received in both States by their Governors, Darius Ishaku – Taraba; and Umaru…

There is growing fear in the All Progressives Congress (APC) over Form 18 ‘Letter of Withdrawal’ attached to the Expression of Interest and Nomination forms sold to aspirants to fill and submit along with other forms. The withdrawal letter addressed to the national chairman of the party, Senator Abdulahi Adamu, must also be signed before a Commissioner of Oath/Public Notary before submission. Tagged Form 18, it states that: “I hereby voluntarily withdraw my candidacy from the contest. My withdrawal is in the best interest of our great party, the All Progressives Congress.” It was gathered on Wednesday that some of…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo says Nigeria needs men who fear God to turn the fortunes of the country around, noting that, citizens should express optimism that all will be well with Nigeria. Obasanjo, who said this at a Global Crusade organised by the Deeper Life Bible Church, in Abeokuta on Tuesday, urged Nigerians to have faith in God. The former President said that considering the situation of things, Nigeria and the entire world required God’s visitation, urging all children of God to seek His face for visitation. “If you consider what is going on in our cities, our states, our…

Barcelona have stepped up their bid to land Brazil winger Raphinha, 25, and are prepared to offer separate deals depending on whether Leeds United stay in the Premier League this season. (Telegraph, subscription required) Raphinha is also subject of interest to a number of Premier League clubs. Crystal Palace and Ivory Coast winger Wilfried Zaha, 29, is unlikely to sign a new deal at the club and could be sold in the summer as his contract expires in 2023. (Times, subscription required) Barcelona have no intention of paying the 30m euros (£25.3m) option to convert 26-year-old Spain winger Adama Traore’s…

Manchester City suffered one of the most remarkable Champions League collapses as Real Madrid came back from the abyss to set up a final showdown with Liverpool. City were two goals ahead on aggregate going into the 90th minute after Riyad Mahrez’s strike had added to their 4-3 first-leg win last week. And then Rodrygo happened. The Brazilian substitute turned home Karim Benzema’s left-wing ball from close range in the final minute – with Real Madrid’s very first shot on target. And 90 seconds later he levelled the tie with a header into the top corner after Marco Asensio flicked…

Congresses to elect local, state and national delegates holds 12th-14th May The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Working Committee (NWC) on Wednesday extended the party’s sale of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for the 2023 general elections to Tuesday, May 10, 2022. APC national publicity secretary, Barr. Felix Morka, in a statement noted that aspirants must submit their forms on or before 11 May. Chronicle NG reports that the ruling party had originally fixed May 6th as the last day for sale of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms. Open letter to APC delegates by Seun Bisuga “In a…

The shirt Diego Maradona wore when he scored the ‘Hand of God’ goal and much vaunted ‘goal of the century’ for Argentina against England at the 1986 World Cup has sold for a record £7.1m. It is the highest price ever paid for a piece of sports memorabilia. Former England midfielder Steve Hodge put it up for auction 36 years after he swapped it with Maradona following the famous quarter-final in Mexico. After Maradona died in November 2020, Hodge said the shirt was not for sale. #AuctionUpdate The football shirt worn by Diego Maradona for “The Hand of God” &…

The wife of the Lagos State Governor, Mrs Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has urged parents and guardians to pay closer attention to their children and wards. She gave the advice on Tuesday during the year 2022 Eid-El-Fitr Celebration in Ikeja, organised by the First Family and the Lagos State Government to commemorate the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The governor’s wife said that parents should be the friends of their children, so as to attend to all that concerned them. ”As we bask in the euphoria of this sacred celebration, it is also important to seize the opportunity of this…