Author: Seyi Godwin

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has responded to allegations of election rigging leveled against it by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors. The governors had claimed that INEC manipulated the results of the 2024 Edo State governorship election and the recent Ondo election to favor the All Progressives Congress (APC). According to the PDP governors, electoral irregularities prevented their candidate, Asue Ighodalo, from winning in Edo. They also accused INEC of altering results to benefit the APC and urged the judiciary and lawmakers to enhance electoral laws to combat what they referred to as “institutional sabotage of the will…

Athletic Bilbao midfielder Ander Herrera has crowned Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi the greatest footballer of all time. Herrera’s endorsement comes from firsthand experience, having played alongside Messi at Paris Saint-Germain. Herrera praised Nigerian football fans for their unwavering enthusiasm. “In Nigeria, you appreciate football as well as I do,” he noted. This acknowledgment highlights the global reach and unity of football. When asked about the best footballer in history, Herrera left no doubt. “Always Messi… He’s different,” he emphasized. This sentiment echoes widespread admiration for Messi’s exceptional skills. Herrera has shared the pitch with some of football’s biggest names,…

In a landmark moment, South Africa has taken the reins of the G20, becoming the first African country to lead the influential bloc of the world’s largest economies. The handover ceremony, held during the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, marked a significant shift in global economic leadership. President Cyril Ramaphosa, who accepted the presidency from Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, pledged to prioritize Africa’s development and the Global South’s interests. “We will use this moment to bring the development priorities of the African continent and the Global South more firmly onto the agenda of the G20,”…

A social media critic, Martins Ortse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has lambasted the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, calling him “incompetent”. Ortse’s criticism stems from Olukoyede’s inability to arrest former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, despite declaring him wanted since April. The EFCC had filed charges against Bello for alleged N80.2 billion money laundering offenses during his tenure as governor ¹. Although Bello was placed on the wanted list, he reportedly presented himself to the anti-graft agency and was released. This development has sparked outrage, with many questioning the EFCC’s handling of the case.…

In a remarkable display of generosity, Afrobeats superstar Davido has announced plans to commemorate his 32nd birthday with a staggering N300 million donation to orphanages and a youth-focused charity. Davido revealed his intentions via his social media handle on Monday morning, stating that the donation will benefit orphanages and organizations combating drug abuse among young people. “Once again, for my birthday this year, we are donating to orphanages and a charity that helps young people stay away from drug abuse & addiction. This year is N300m. Details to follow soon,” he wrote. This is not Davido’s first charitable act on…

The stage is set for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, with 19 countries already booking their spots in the prestigious tournament. The latest qualifiers include Zambia, Mali, Zimbabwe, and Comoros, who sealed their slots after the match-day five fixtures. The qualified teams are: – Morocco – Burkina Faso – Cameroon – Algeria – DR Congo – Senegal – Egypt – Angola – Equatorial Guinea – Cote d’Ivoire – Uganda – South Africa – Gabon – Tunisia – Nigeria – Zambia – Mali – Zimbabwe – Comoros With five spots remaining, the AFCON qualifier match-day six fixtures,…

The battle for the remaining nine spots in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has intensified, with 15 teams already securing qualification. Defending champion Côte d’Ivoire and runner-up Nigeria have secured their spots in the tournament, scheduled to take place in Morocco from December 2025 to January 2026. Nigeria, South Africa, Tunisia, and Uganda confirmed their places on Thursday. Tunisia clinched a dramatic 3-2 victory over Madagascar, while South Africa and Uganda advanced without playing. Nigeria benefited from Libya’s 1-0 win over Rwanda. Gabon qualified from Group B without playing, as the Central African Republic lost 1-0 to Lesotho.…

England international Cole Palmer has made a stunning revelation about his summer 2023 transfer from Manchester City to Chelsea, disclosing that he was persuaded to join the Blues. Since joining Chelsea, the 22-year-old has been in impressive form under manager Enzo Maresca, leaving many to wonder what prompted his departure from Manchester City. Palmer’s decision was largely driven by his desire for regular playing time, which eluded him under Pep Guardiola. In an exclusive interview with GQ, Palmer shared the dramatic turn of events that led to his Chelsea move. “I wasn’t even gonna go to Chelsea. I got persuaded,”…

Afrobeats superstar Davido and Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus have put their differences aside, reconciling after a two-year rift. The reunion occurred at Pastor Tobi Adeboyega’s birthday celebration in the UK. The fallout between the two began in October 2022 when Eniola Badmus announced the tragic death of Davido’s son, Ifeanyi Adeleke. Allegations surfaced that Badmus exploited the toddler’s passing for financial gain, leading Davido to unfollow her on social media. A viral video on social media shows Eniola Badmus engaging in a cordial conversation with Davido at the birthday party. Badmus shared the clip on her Instagram page, signaling the…

Leading French newspapers, including Le Figaro, Les Echos, and Le Monde, have joined forces to sue social media platform X, formerly Twitter, over unpaid content. The newspapers accuse X of violating “neighbouring rights” under French law, which requires social media platforms to pay for republishing news content. The lawsuit, led by Le Figaro, alleges that X has failed to negotiate or provide commercial data on the income earned from their content. This decision follows a May 24 ruling by a Paris tribunal, which gave X two months to comply. However, X “has not yet complied” with this decision, demonstrating its…