All the 44 Interim Administrators of  local government councils including their District Heads have renewed their alligiance to the the 16th Emir of Kano Muhammadu Sanusi II, during court session on Friday at the Emir’s palace.  One of the district heads who craved anonymity said, the visit indicated a show of respect, loyalty, and submission to the Emir’s authority by the local government administrators and district heads in Kano.  “Our visit acknowledged Sanusi’s position as the traditional ruler of Kano, and pledging our unflinching support, and allegiance to him. This is a significant gesture of unity and solidarity.” The local government Chiefs and the district heads came along with their respective legislative council members, village and ward heads to pay the homage to the reinstated Emir.  As at the time of filing this report, some Kano residents, especially supporters of the Emir, including state government officials had continued to troop in to ...

President Bola Tinubu has responded to critics questioning his administration’s decision to revert to the old national anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee. Addressing the leadership of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday, May 30, President Tinubu emphasised that reinstating the old anthem is a priority for his administration. Tribune Online reported that President Tinubu signed the National Anthem Bill into law on Wednesday, May 29, thereby replacing the current anthem, “Arise, O Compatriots,” with “Nigeria, We Hail Thee.” This move has sparked a mixed reaction among Nigerians, labelling it a “misplaced priority” amid the numerous pressing challenges facing the country. Defending his decision, President Tinubu stated that he aligns with the lawmakers’ intention to revert to the original anthem. He highlighted the importance of following the legislative process and respecting the law. “Let me allude to something that happened yesterda...

Speculation about Bayero and the reinstated Emir, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, leading prayers at the same mosque had stirred palpable tension in the city, raising fears of potential clashes between supporters of the two leaders. Recall that the former Emir returned to Kano after Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf deposed him, a development that has led to some controversies. The report of the Juma’at at the Nassarawa Palace comes after the State Police Command quelled rising tensions in Kano, clarifying that the dethroned Emir, will not lead the Juma’at prayer at the Kano Central Mosque as previously speculated. Speculation about Bayero and the reinstated Emir, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, leading prayers at the same mosque had stirred palpable tension in the city, raising fears of potential clashes between supporters of the two leaders. However, the Kano State Commissioner of Police, Usaini Gumel, dismissed these reports as false in a telephone interview with the News Ag...

This development was confirmed in a statement by Danburan of Kano on Thursday evening, May 30. The statement encourages residents to attend and listen to Sanusi’s sermon. In a similar announcement, an aide to the deposed Emir, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, also invites residents to join him for the Jumu’at prayer at the Emir’s palace mosque, starting at 12:30 pm. This development further heightens the tension over whose authority should be heeded as the battle for the coveted throne in Kano  reaches a fever pitch. Police authorities have not yet commented on the situation to ensure peace and order, Punch reported. The newspaper’s attempts to reach the Kano Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna, were unsuccessful, as his phone was unreachable. Earlier,  Pulse  reported that Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf held  a closed-door meeting  with the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, as parties involved in the emirship struggle ...

The National Labour Congress (NLC) has just declared that a nationwide strike is set to commence on Monday. This move comes as a response to unresolved issues concerning workers' welfare and demands for better working conditions. The decision to embark on this industrial action was reached after a series of discussions and negotiations with relevant stakeholders failed to yield satisfactory results. The NLC, representing millions of workers across various sectors, sees the strike as a necessary step to draw attention to the pressing concerns affecting the workforce. Workers are being urged to participate in the strike as a show of solidarity and to press for their rights to be upheld. Industries, businesses, and services are expected to be affected by the strike, with potential disruptions in transportation, government services, and other sectors. As the nation braces for the impact of this impending strike, both workers and employers are urged to seek amicable solution...

President Bola Tinubu Tuesday, at a joint session of the National Assembly, announced the outlawing of the current national anthem and the return of the old. The president later arrived at the joint session and confirmed ‘Nigeria, We Hail Thee’ as the “latest national anthem” before joining lawmakers in singing the new anthem, which was initially introduced in 1960 but later outlawed during the Olusegun Obasanjo military regime in 1978. Nigeria’s new National Anthem Nigeria we hail thee Our own dear native land Though tribes and tongue may differ In brotherhood we stand Nigerians all, are proud to serve Our sovereign Motherland. Our flag shall be a symbol That truth and justice reign In peace or battle honour’d, And this we count as gain, To hand on to our children A banner without stain. O God of all creation Grant this our one request. Help us to build a nation Where no man is oppressed And so with...

On the issue of the minimum wage, the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected the Federal Government's latest offer of N60,000 as the minimum wage. The NLC insists on a minimum wage of N494,000 instead, highlighting the disparity between the proposed amount and what they believe is a fair and liveable wage for workers. The rejection of the N60,000 offer underscores the ongoing negotiations and discussions between the government and labor unions to establish a minimum wage that adequately reflects the cost of living and provides sufficient support for workers and their families.  The NLC's stance reflects the importance of ensuring that workers are fairly compensated for their contributions to the economy and are able to meet their basic needs. The push for a higher minimum wage aligns with efforts to address income inequality and improve the quality of life for workers across different sectors. It also highlights the challenges faced by many workers in meeting t...

Brazilian great Ronaldo’s Real Valladolid earned promotion back to  La Liga  with a last-gasp 3-2 victory over Villarreal B on Sunday. Former Selecao star Ronaldo is a majority shareholder in Valladolid, who were relegated to the second division in 2023 but bounced back at the first attempt. Losing 2-1 in stoppage time, Victor Meseguer levelled and Mamadou Sylla converted a penalty to take them back into the top flight, in the penultimate round of second division matches. Leganes, second, are in prime position to seal promotion with Valladolid next weekend when they host Elche, needing just a draw to stay ahead of third-place Eibar.

The entertainment industry has lost another top Nollywood player with the demise of one of its leading directors, Reginald Ebere. Veteran entertainer and actor, Segun Arinze broke the news on Nollywood Giants, a WhatsApp platform created for notable Nigerian entertainers on Sunday, where he lamented the painful loss of Ebere. National Secretary of Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN), Perekeme Odon also confirmed the sad news. “We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of our dear brother and colleague, Mr. Reginald Ebere,” Odon said while announcing the passing of the director. The statement said details about his burial would be forwarded on the platform. Ebere’s colleagues have been paying tributes on the deceased.

Real Madrid fans believe Andriy Lunin should forget about his dream of starting in the UEFA Champions League final after Thibaut Courtois replaced him against Real Betis. There has been an ongoing dilemma about who Carlo Ancelotti would pick to start the final game against Borussia Dortmund at Wembley on June 1. Courtois has been injured for the vast majority of the campaign, as a cruciate ligament tear kept him out from August till April. Madrid quickly signed Kepa Arrizabalaga on loan from Chelsea as an alternative for the injured Belgian. However, the loanee failed to meet expectations at the Bernabeu, while also getting injured.  Andriy Lunin. The Ukranian goalkeeper immediately became the shining light of the Real Madrid defense in the absence of other world-class goalkeepers at the club. He played 21   La Liga   games, conceding only 15 goals and keeping 10 clean sheets. He also kept two clean sheets in eight Champions League game...

HERE, in what was likely to be his last match as Manchester United manager, was Erik ten Hag’s ‘football bloody hell!’ moment.  In one of the greatest FA Cup final upsets of recent times, Manchester City blew their chance of an historic ‘double Double’ as first-half goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo sunk Pep Guardiola’s champions.   In 135 years of English football history, no club has ever retained both the league title and the FA Cup in the same season.  And, thanks to a tactical masterclass from their Dutch manager,  United  gleefully wrecked the party of the one-time ‘noisy neighbours’ who have dominated them for the last decade.  It was Ten Hag’s second trophy in as many seasons and it was the first time since Sir Alex Ferguson’s era that United had triumphed in a cup final against the odds.  In the last largely-barren 11 seasons, United had beaten Crystal Palace, Southampton, Ajax and Newcastle to win tr...

Singer Sean Kingston has been arrested in California, hours after a police raid of his Florida mansion, during which his mother was also arrested. Mr Kingston was accused in February by a company of not fully paying for a huge TV and sound system. He was taken into custody in Fort Irwin, southern California, on fraud and theft charges on a Florida warrant, police in the latter state said. In an earlier social media post, Mr Kingston said his lawyers were “handling everything”. The Florida police raid targeted a residence near Fort Lauderdale at which the singer – whose legal name is Kisean Anderson – was named as living in court documents from February. US media – including the BBC’s partner CBS News – reported that the woman arrested was Mr Kingston’s mother. Confirming the raid to the BBC, the Broward County Sheriff’s Office said it served arrest and search warrants at the property. “As a result of the investigation, an adult female, Janice Turner, 2/16/1963, was taken in...

MANCHESTER UNITED are set to sack Erik ten Hag after their FA Cup final against noisy neighbours City. And the Red Devils are said to be lining up Mauricio Pochettino to potentially replace him. Chelsea   parted ways with the Argentine  on Tuesday evening and now he  could be in line for a move to Old Trafford . It seems all-but confirmed that under-fire Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag will not be part of the club’s future. Reports earlier today emerged suggesting Ten Hag would be sacked regardless of whether he defeats Manchester City to lift the FA Cup on Saturday. Four names of possible replacements have risen to the top of the agenda and those are Ipswich’s Kieran McKenna, Mauricio Pochettino, Thomas Tuchel as well as Brentford’s Thomas Frank. Below SunSport take a look at how the four potential replacements compare: Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag believes he will be sacked after club chiefs refused to back him ahea...

A Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered an interim forfeiture of  $4.7 million N830 million, and multiple properties linked to Godwin Emefiele, the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The order was granted by Justice Yellim Bogoro on Thursday, May 23, 2024, following an ex-parte application by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), represented by counsel Bilkisu Buhari. The funds, now forfeited to the federal government, were reportedly held in First Bank, Titan Bank, and Zenith Bank accounts managed by individuals and entities including Omoile Anita Joy, Deep Blue Energy Service Limited, Exactquote Bureau De Change Ltd, Lipam Investment Services Limited, Tatler Services Limited, Rosajul Global Resources Ltd, and TIL Communication Nigeria Ltd. Properties affected by the interim forfeiture include 94 units of an 11-floor building under construction at 2 Otunba Elegushi 2nd Avenue, Ikoyi, Lagos; AM Plaza, an 11-floor office space on Otunb...

 Muhammadu Sanusi II, on Thursday, said a lot of first class graduates can’t get a job because they lack the right skills. Sanusi recalled telling Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State that he has hundreds of Curriculum Vitae, CVs, of first class students who lack requisite skills. He spoke at the ongoing Rivers Economic and Investment Summit in Port Harcourt, on Thursday. According to Sanusi: “The key to economic development is human capital. Investing in people is paramount. Rivers State needs robust education and skills training programmes that essentially aim to prepare youths to be the future for us. “I was speaking to the governor today, telling him that I’m sure he, as I do, and all of us, have hundreds of CVs of young people who have first class degrees. “Unfortunately, they cannot do anything to get a formal job because they have not been equipped with the right skills for this economy.” The just reinstated Emir of Kano applauded the governor for seeking t...

Ademola Lookman, a talented footballer, experienced a significant transition in his career when he chose to represent the Super Eagles of Nigeria instead of continuing his quest to potentially play for the national team of England. This pivotal decision not only altered the course of his professional journey but also brought about a renewed sense of pride and fulfillment. Upon declaring his allegiance to Nigeria, Lookman was embraced warmly by Nigerian fans and quickly became an integral part of the Super Eagles squad. The move was a homecoming of sorts, reconnecting him with his roots and providing an opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of African football. Lookman’s presence in the Nigerian team injected youthful energy, versatility, and flair into the squad. His skills and creativity on the field, honed through years in the Premier League and other top European competitions, added a new dimension to the Nigerian attack. Competing i...

Vincent Kompany, the former Manchester City captain, has recently been appointed as the new coach of Bayern Munich. There has been speculation that Kompany could potentially target some of his former Manchester City players to bring to Bayern Munich.  This scenario could lead to an interesting dynamic, as Kompany would be attempting to lure players away from his former club to join him at his new team. Kompany is a ‘huge admirer’ of Stones who is said to be “very unhappy” about his lack of game time under Pep Guardiola this season. Stones has had injury issues but his return to fitness hasn’t seen him back in the starting lineup – he started just one Premier League game between March and the end of the season and made just 25 appearances in all competitions across the campaign. It is common for new coaches to bring in players they are familiar with and believe can help strengthen their squad. Whether Kompany will actually target Manchester City players remai...

Former Nigerian international and current Super Eagles coach Finidi George has reportedly rejected a house in Abuja that was offered to him by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).  Despite the generous offer, Finidi has decided to decline the accommodation and explore other housing options on his own. The decision comes as a surprise to many, as it is customary for national team coaches to be provided with housing by the NFF. However, it seems that Finidi is keen on maintaining his independence and possibly wants to choose his own living arrangements. This move reflects Finidi's strong-willed and independent nature, and it will be interesting to see how this decision influences his tenure as the head coach of the Super Eagles.  Supporters will undoubtedly be intrigued by his unconventional approach and will be eager to see how it impacts the team's performance on the field.

Based On Seniority, Super Eagles Coach FINIDI has appointed Kenneth Omeruo As The new captain of the Nigeria Super Eagles  That's exciting news for Nigerian football! Kenneth Omeruo is an experienced player and his appointment as the new captain of the Nigeria Super Eagles under Coach FINIDI is a strong testament to his leadership qualities and dedication to the team.  With his skills on the field and ability to inspire his teammates, Omeruo is sure to lead the Super Eagles with pride and passion. The team and fans alike will be looking forward to seeing his leadership in action on the pitch. We Wish him well and we are happy for the unity bloodline Former captain Troost Ekong has restored among the eagles today!

Bayern have found their new manager! Vincent Kompany reaches agreement with German giants with ex-Man City star to replace Thomas Tuchel. The managerial search began in earnest after Bayern Munich announced in February that Thomas Tuchel would be departing the Allianz Arena this summer. The departure of Tuchel, coupled with unsuccessful negotiations with candidates such as Xabi Alonso and Ralf Rangnick, left Bayern in a challenging position and  have now been forced to turn their attention to Kompany  - who failed to prevent Burnley from going down to the Championship after a horrific Premier League campaign. According to   Sky Sports , the verbal agreement between Bayern and Kompany is now in place, and official negotiations with Burnley have commenced. While a formal deal has yet to be finalized, the parties are  reportedly optimistic about the potential for Kompany  to take on this significant new role. However, any potential transfer would involv...

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