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South African president mounts legal challenge against report that could lead to impeachment
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has started a legal challenge against a report commissioned by parliament that has paved the way for MPs to once again consider impeachment proceedings against him. In 2022, an independent panel said Ramaphosa might have committed serious misconduct relating to the theft of large sums of cash hidden in a sofa at his private farm.…
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New executives emerge in Osun SWAN election
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo –The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Osun State chapter, has elected new executive members to pilot the affairs of the association for the next three years.The election, conducted for the positions of chairman, vice chairman, secretary and treasurer, was held unopposed.The immediate past chairman, Timothy Agbor, emerged for a second term as chairman. Other elected…
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Carney says Alberta referendum ‘dangerous bluff’ and likens to Brexit
Prime Minister Mark Carney has called the upcoming Alberta referendum on separation from Canada a “dangerous bluff”, comparing it to the Brexit vote that saw the UK leave the European Union. Carney, who led the Bank of England during Brexit, said that 10 years on from the referendum the UK was “trying to undo what people didn’t think they were…
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Iran condemns US strikes as ‘gross violation’ of ceasefire
Iran says the US has committed a “gross violation” of the ceasefire with new air strikes it launched on the country. The US Central Command (Centcom) said Iranian missile sites and boats attempting to place mines had been targeted with what it called “self-defence strikes” in southern Iran on Monday. Iran’s foreign ministry said it held the US responsible for…
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Lagos Sports Commission, Italian Consulate unveil U-20 football tournament
The Lagos State Sports Commission, in partnership with the Italian Consulate and Rudder Sports Management Limited, has unveiled fixtures for the maiden Italian Consulate General U-20 Cup aimed at promoting youth football development and talent discovery in Lagos. The fixtures were unveiled on Tuesday at the Italian Consulate in Lagos, with stakeholders in football administration, diplomacy and sports development in…
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Atiku leads ADC presidential primary with wins in five states
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has taken an early lead in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential primary after emerging victorious in five states as collation of results continues nationwide. Atiku is contesting the party’s presidential ticket alongside former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi and businessman Mohammed Hayatu-Deen ahead of the 2027 general election. Early results released from several states…
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Russia threatens more Kyiv strikes and tells foreign nationals to leave
Russia has threatened to launch a fresh wave of “systematic strikes” against Kyiv, days after carrying out one of its largest attacks on the Ukrainian capital since the start of the war. The new strikes will target “decision-making centres and command posts”, alongside drone manufacturing facilities in the city, Russia’s foreign ministry said in a statement. Moscow has called for…
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Actress Kate Henshaw speaks on drifting apart from Genevieve Nnaji
Veteran Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has revealed that her once-close relationship with fellow actress Genevieve Nnaji gradually faded over time. Henshaw made the disclosure during an appearance on the “Tea With Tay” podcast, where she reflected on their friendship and how communication between them slowly diminished. According to the actress, both women used to share a strong bond and often…
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Livestock sales remain steady in Osogbo despite high prices
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo –Market activities across Osogbo, Osun State, showed mixed patronage patterns as traders and buyers navigated rising food and livestock prices, with some markets recording steady turnout despite cost pressures.Western Post findings from ram and cow markets indicated that patronage remained strong in several locations, even with high prices.Visits to ram markets in Stadium, Fakunle and Ifon-Osun…
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BREAKING: Court affirms Jonathan’s eligibility to contest 2027 presidency
A Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday ruled that former President Goodluck Jonathan is eligible to contest the 2027 presidential election. Justice Peter Lifu dismissed a suit filed by Johnmary Jideobi seeking to stop Jonathan from presenting himself as a candidate for the presidential poll. The plaintiff had also asked the court to restrain the Independent National Electoral Commission…
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