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Governor Dave Umahi of Ebonyi State has demanded an apology from some members of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, who attacked him when he dumped the party two years ago.


DAILY POST recalls that the governor who aspired for the presidential ticket of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in June, dumped the PDP for APC on November 17, 2020.

Speaking on Arise TV on Friday, Umahi alleged that some of his former party members who were angered by his defection to APC are now crying. He demanded apologies from them.

He said, “I didn’t move from PDP to APC to have the ticket of the ruling party as presidential candidate. I only did that because I perceived that PDP was not going to give ticket to an Igbo man and I felt like it was not fair because we have served the party since 1999.

“A lot of people that are crying today were the people that attacked me for leaving PDP at that stage but subsequently, they left and so they owe me apologies.”

DAILY POST reports that the governor’s assertion is coming amid a face-off between the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, and the party’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar.

The Governor had on Thursday threatened to help the opposition party lose the 2023 presidential election.

Following the outcome of the party’s primary, which produced Atiku as its presidential flag bearer, Governor Wike and his loyalists have been in a war of words with the former Vice President and the National Chairman of the party, Iyorcha Ayu.

Speaking on his current relationship with Wike, Umahi said he has reconciled with the Rivers Governor, stating they are moving together.

According to him, “I and Wike had a quarrel, and when there is quarrel, there will be anger, and that anger may not be a holy one. That is what transpired between us.

“Before I left PDP, we were best of friends, and you know how better it will be when your friend leaves you. That was the case between Wike and I.

“We have since reconciled and we are moving together. Wike and other Southern Governors believed in the Southern presidency and this is the spirit that is currently flogging the PDP.”

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The former Wycombe forward shared a picture with the wrestler on his official social media account

Nigerian striker Adebayo Akinfenwa helped WWE star Stephen Farrelly, commonly referred to as Sheamus, train ahead of the anticipated Clash in the Castle event this weekend.

The 40-year-old former Swansea City attacker shared a picture with the pro wrestler ahead of the event to be held in Wales.
At the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Roman Reigns and Drew McIntyre will fight for the Universal Championship while Seth Rollins will battle Matt Riddle.

The biggest fight, arguably, will see Edge and Rey Mysterio team up against The Judgement Day.

Sheamus is scheduled to take on Walter Hahn, whose stage name is Gunther, for the Intercontinental Championship title.

"Yo bro Sheamus, wishing you all the best at clash of the castle. Expecting nothing less than a win; time to complete the WWE Grand Slam. It is 'BeastMode' time," Akinfenwa posted on his official social media account.
However, he did not confirm whether he will be at the venue in person to support Sheamus, who has been WWE's premier brawling brute for over a decade.

The 40-year-old Akinfenwa started his junior career at Watford in 2000 before FK Atlantas signed him. He has also played for Leyton Orient, Millwall, AFC Wimbledon, and Wycombe Wanderers among others.

While with FK Atlantas, he won the Lithuanian Football Cup in the 2000/01 campaign. He was part of the Barry Town team that secured the Welsh Premier League and the Welsh Cup in the 2002/03 season.

At Swansea, he was also part of the squad that secured the 2005/06 Football League Trophy.

His exploits saw him win the Player of the Year Award for Torquay United, Northampton Town, AFC Wimbledon and Wycombe Wanderers during his career.

His last professional contract was with Wycombe - he joined them in 2016 and went on to play 219 games, scoring 52 goals in the process.

Yo Bro @wwesheamus wishing u all the best at Clash of the castle. Expecting nothing less than a W ���� time to complete the @wwe Grand Slam. It’s BeastMode time �

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The
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striker impressed with his creative backheel on Sunday!

⚽️ @oeste's goal of the week goes to @lewy_official!

The @FCBarcelona striker impressed with his creative backheel on Sunday! 💙❤️#LaLigaAmerica pic.twitter.com/HZToF3H2gL

— LALIGA English (@LaLigaEN) September 2, 2022

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@gerardromero
: "I never said there would be a 'surprise signing' if a player left Barcelona. I never claimed that scenario was 100% happening."

Barcelona have ruled out signing a player today. They say: "There is no time, there is nothing."

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Official statement and confirmed - Memphis Depay �⤵️ #DeadlineDay

“I have decided to stay at Barça! I’m fully committed to contribute to the club's sporting success”.

A 37-year-old man Munkaila Adamu has killed his parents in Gagarawa local Government, Jigawa State.


Police spokesman DSP Lawan Shiisu Adam confirmed this in a statement issued to DAILY POST.

He said the incident happened on Thursday at unguwar Malamai Quarters in Gagarawa town.

Shiisu explained that the suspect used a wooden pistol and attacked both his father and mother in their room.

He said police had succeeded in arresting the suspect and investigations are ongoing.

The reason for his action is unknown at the time of filing this report.

Pedro Almeida (Portuguese journalist):

– “FC Barcelona makes one last attempt to sign Bernardo Silva. The club sent an offer worth 70M€ + 10M€ in bonus during the morning, and now awaits a response from Manchester City.”

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Silva? This late? I highly doubt it

Kilishihunter:
Silva? This late? I highly doubt it

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Hector Bellerín to Barcelona, here we go! Been told it’s all agreed, one year contract with NO option for further season. Bellerín will sign until June 2023 in the next hours. ��� #FCB #DeadlineDay

Medical scheduled, contract will be terminated by mutual consent with Arsenal.

Barcelona are closing in on Hector Bellerín deal. It will be a free transfer as contract termination with Arsenal is almost agreed. Final Barça’s green light needed. ��� #DeadlineDay #FCB

Full agreement Barça-Bellerín and full agreement Arsenal-Bellerín to leave on a free.

Chelsea are set to sign Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang for £10 million ($12m) in a deal that will see Marcos Alonso head to Camp Nou, GOAL understands.


Chelsea bringing in former Arsenal striker
Aubameyang heading back to London
Barca get another defender in return

Chelsea are edging closer to landing a proven Premier League performer, GOAL understands, with an agreement now in place that will see the former Arsenal striker return to London. A Spain international defender will be heading back to his homeland as part of that transfer package.

Aubameyang is set to pen an initial two-year contract at Stamford Bridge with an option for a further year. The player is hoping to have his future decided swiftly, as he is currently staying in a hotel after he was the victim of a home invasion and robbery last week. Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has a close relationship with Aubameyang from their time together at Borussia Dortmund, and after a wobbly start to 2022-23, the head coach hopes the Gabon international can bring a spark to the club.
Barcelona are hoping that Aubameyang's departure - and the potential exit of Miralem Pjanic - will free up funds and allow them to strengthen before the transfer window closes.

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The Blues desperately need to find inspiration from somewhere as a 2-1 defeat at Southampton on Tuesday has left them with just seven points to their name from five games this season.

Pierre Aubameyang to Chelsea and Marcos Alonso to Barça: here we go! Full agreement completed. €14m fee to Barcelona. #DeadlineDay

More: Aubameyang will fly to London around 5pm! Two year deal + one more option.

Alonso in Spain to undergo medical and sign three year

Martin Braithwaite has just signed the contract termination with FC Barcelona. It’s over — so he’s now gonna sign three year deal with Espanyol.

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Hector Bellerín has agreed personal terms with Barcelona. Contract now ready — deal only depends on Barça decision now as Arsenal are ready to terminate the contract.

Barcelona are getting closer to sign Hector Bellerín. Player is just waiting for final call to join Barça and then sign the contract — not accepting proposals from Italy to join FCB. ��� #DeadlineDay

Julian Araujo from LA Galaxy, deal now collapsed after further contacts.

Chelsea and Barcelona have now reached an agreement in principle for Pierre Aubameyang! €14m fee plus Marcos Alonso to Barça included — now finalizing details. � #CFC

Aubameyang is expected to fly to London in the upcoming hours, once details are resolved.

Martin Braithwaite is now undergoing medical tests with Espanyol as he will sign his contract termination with Barcelona later today. �� #DeadlineDay

Braithwaite will sign with Espanyol on a three year deal, June 2025.