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Rivers on the Brink: Tinubu Shadow Deal Claims, Wike’s 2027 Gambit, and the Battle for a State’s Mandate

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Rivers State is now fighting over who owns its mandate. A PDP faction alleges a Tinubu-brokered peace deal was breached as Nyesom Wike openly mobilises Rivers for 2027. With institutions at war and loyalties shifting, the crisis has moved from local drama to a national power contest with consequences far beyond Port Harcourt....

Presidency Fires Back: Onanuga Slams Obi as ‘Abysmal Failure’ After ADC Defection

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The Presidency has launched a blistering response to Peter Obi’s defection to the ADC, with presidential aide Bayo Onanuga accusing the former Anambra governor of failure, bitterness and lacking the pedigree to lead Nigeria....

Pat Utomi Draws Red Line: ‘The Day Peter Obi Becomes Someone’s VP, I Walk Away’

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Renowned political economist Pat Utomi has issued his strongest warning yet over the future of Peter Obi, declaring he would immediately withdraw support if the former Anambra governor accepts a vice-presidential slot ahead of the 2027 elections....

ALGERIA HANDED BRUTAL GROUP AS THEY FACE ARGENTINA, AUSTRIA & JORDAN

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Algeria face a daunting task at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after being placed in Group H alongside reigning champions Argentina, European contenders Austria and regional underdogs Jordan. The Desert Foxes, returning to the global stage with renewed ambition, must navigate one of the tournament’s toughest groups as they chase a first knockout appearance since 2014....

Chukwueze’s EPL Explosion Continues as Marco Silva Laments Losing Him to AFCON Duty

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Samuel Chukwueze’s resurgent Premier League form has triggered debate after Fulham manager Marco Silva admitted he is “unhappy” about losing the winger to January’s Africa Cup of Nations. Chukwueze has rediscovered his explosiveness, scoring and assisting in consecutive games, but must now join Nigeria’s AFCON camp, leaving Silva frustrated ahead of a tight mid-season schedule....

2026 WORLD CUP DRAW: AFRICA HANDED BLOCKBUSTER OPENERS AGAINST WORLD GIANTS

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Africa’s representatives have been handed blockbuster opening fixtures in the 2026 FIFA World Cup as Friday’s dramatic draw paired Morocco with Brazil, Senegal with France, and South Africa with tournament co-hosts Mexico. The matchups revive iconic World Cup memories and set the stage for continent-defining group battles as Africa seeks to surpass Morocco’s historic 2022 semifinal run....

“Complete Nonsense” Ibenge Dismisses Chelle Voodoo Claims in DR.Congo vs Nigeria

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Former DR Congo coach Florent Ibenge has dismissed claims that the Leopards used voodoo during their dramatic World Cup playoff win over Nigeria. Reacting to remarks by Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle, Ibenge said the allegation is “complete nonsense” and rooted in folklore, insisting he never witnessed any spiritual interference during his seven-year spell in Congolese football....

Sabinus Confirms His Marriage Has Ended Peacefully, Says He and Ex-Wife Remain on Good Terms

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Popular comedian Sabinus has confirmed that his marriage has ended, describing the separation as peaceful and free of bitterness. Speaking during a TikTok livestream, he dismissed rumours of domestic violence and said he maintains a good relationship with his ex-wife and daughter. The revelation has reignited discussions on celebrity marriages and the pressures entertainers face....

Mr P Says He Fears Poverty, Not Death, Recalling Childhood Hardship and Family Struggles

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Singer Peter “Mr P” Okoye says poverty remains the only thing he fears, revealing that his childhood experiences of homelessness and hardship still shape his mindset today. In a candid interview, the music star recounted how his family of ten lived in a one-room apartment that was demolished while they were still inside, a memory he says he can never forget....

Olamide Says He’s Now Focused on Himself After Years of Lifting Nigerian Music Industry

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Rap icon Olamide says he has entered a new phase where his full energy must return to himself after spending years building, supporting and elevating some of Nigeria’s biggest music stars. In a revealing interview, the YBNL boss admitted he has always tried to balance helping others with growing his own craft, but is now choosing personal growth as his priority....

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