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Election 2027: Obi Berates President Tinubu’s Airport Stopover Condolence Visit To Victims Of Jos Attack, Says Its “Time To Stop Incompetent Leaders”
The 2023 presidential hopeful and former governor of Anabra state Mr. Peter Obi in a post on X berated Nigerian president Tinubu over his very brief visit at Jos airport to sympathies with victims of palm Sunday attack. Obi titled the write up as: “Tinubu in Jos Confirms ‘Don’t Vote for Me’ Prediction on Power Supply,” expanding further of the president campaign slogan in 2023 as the country faces incessant blackout. According to the former governor: “ President Tinubu made a clear electoral promise: “If I don’t give you constant electricity in four years, don’t vote for me for a...
Ronaldo Brace Powers Al Nassr To 5-2 Win In Saudi Return, Pushes Closer To 1000 Career Goal
Al Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo returns from injury and scores a crucial penalty for the football club defeating Al Najma 5-2 on Friday. He scored his 966th and 967th career goals to push closer to 1,000. The league leaders extended their gap to six points after racing to a 2-0 halftime lead, surviving a comeback attempt, and pulling away late. Post-match, Ronaldo posted ‘It’s good to be back 😁,’ while the club praising the sportsmanship of its captain wrote: “The difference maker MOTM Ronaldo 💛”
South Carolina Returns To The NCAA Championship Game In A Showdown With Newcomer UCLA
Dawn Staley and South Carolina are back in a familiar place, reaching the women’s NCAA Tournament championship game for the fourth time in five years. They’ll have to beat a title-seeking newcomer in UCLA to win the ultimate prize. South Carolina will be trying to win its fourth national championship in nine years. The Gamecocks played stifling defense to knock off UConn 62-48 and end the Huskies’ 54-game winning streak in the semifinals of March Madness on Friday night. UCLA played incredible defense of its own in its 51-44 win over Texas. The Bruins spoiled a chance at the first...
Senegal Limits Foreign Trips For Officials As The Fallout From Iran War Deepens
The Senegalese government has banned all but essential foreign trips for government ministers as part of cost-saving measures triggered by the energy crisis linked to the Iran war. Senegal, like many African countries, imports most of the petroleum products it consumes, leaving its economy vulnerable to supply disruptions such as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which has sent the price of crude soaring. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko said Friday that his office was taking steps to limit public expenditure, pointing out that the country’s initial budget forecasts were based on an oil price of $62 per barrel, which...
Myanmar’s Parliament Elects Ruling General As President, Keeping The Army In Charge
Myanmar’s parliament on Friday elected Min Aung Hlaing, a general who ousted Aung San Suu Kyi’s civilian government in 2021 and kept an iron grip on power for the past five years, as the country’s new president. The move marks a nominal return to an elected government but is widely considered as an effort to keep the army in power after an election organized by the military that opponents and independent observers deemed neither free nor fair, and as civil war rages. Transitioning to an elected government is also seen as a way to improve frosty relations with some Southeast...
Christian Kofane Attracting Premier League Interest Amid Leverkusen Valuation
Christian Kofane is emerging as one of the most closely watched young talents ahead of the summer transfer window, with strong interest building from the Premier League. According to Sky Sport, Arsenal FC are closely monitoring the 19-year-old forward’s situation. Meanwhile, Bayer 04 Leverkusen are reportedly pushing for a transfer fee in the region of €60–70 million. Kofane has enjoyed an impressive debut season in Germany, making 39 appearances across all competitions. The Cameroonian forward has registered 7 goals and 8 assists, quickly establishing himself as a key figure in Leverkusen’s attack. Having joined the club from Albacete Balompié in...
Victor Wanyama Announces Retirement After 19-Year Career
Victor Wanyama has officially announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 34, bringing an end to a remarkable 19-year career. The former midfielder played across four countries and represented six clubs, most notably Tottenham Hotspur and Southampton FC. On the international stage, Wanyama earned 64 caps for Kenya national football team, scoring six goals and serving as a key figure for his country over the years. At club level, he was part of the Tottenham side that finished runner-up in the UEFA Champions League Final 2019. Wanyama confirmed his decision in an emotional statement shared on X:...
Rosenior Hands Enzo Fernández Two-Match Ban After Controversial Comments
Enzo Fernández has been handed a two-match ban by head coach Liam Rosenior following remarks made in the aftermath of Chelsea FC’s recent UEFA Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain and comment during the international break. Speaking to ESPN Argentina after the loss, Fernández cast doubt over his long-term future at the club. He said: “I don’t know” when asked if he would still be at Chelsea next season, adding: “My focus is here now. Then the World Cup coming up, so we’ll see after that.” The midfielder further fueled speculation during the international break, stating: “I really like Madrid...