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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DpcPD1mnrN8

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has exposed that he was offered the opportunity to work in this administration which he rejected.

According to him, many people will still join the ADC before the 2027 election to make it a strong opposition party.

Former Sokoto State governor, Aminu Tambuwal, is in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged fraudulent cash withdrawals totalling N189 billion, in violation of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.

Tambuwal reportedly arrived at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja around 11:30 a.m. on Monday, where he is currently being interrogated by investigators.

A senior EFCC official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the former governor is under investigation for suspicious transactions during his tenure, allegedly involving unauthorised withdrawals of public funds.

“The withdrawals are in clear violation of the Money Laundering Act,” the source stated, adding that the probe has been ongoing for several months.

EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale declined to comment until the interrogation is concluded.

https://voicenews.com.ng/efcc-arrests-ex-sokoto-governor-tambuwal-over-alleged-n189bn-fraud/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBnJyApkCdM

Governor Eno said "On July 31, 2025, I welcomed my grandson, Ezra, to my office, dressed as a “Commissioner of Police” for his school’s Career Day. He asked if I’d support his dream of joining the police and what I do as Governor, a proud moment to inspire the next generation."

The Presidency has refuted a report by the International Centre for Investigative Reporting (ICIR) alleging that President Bola Tinubu is critically ill and preparing to travel abroad for urgent medical treatment.

In a recent publication, the ICIR claimed that, citing unnamed Aso Rock sources, the president had been bedridden for several days, leading to his absence from key state functions. The report also alleged that all of Tinubu’s scheduled engagements, including last week’s Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, were cancelled.

Reacting on Sunday night, presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga dismissed the claims as baseless. Onanuga maintained that the president is in good health and has the discretion to work from any location.

“There is nothing wrong with the president, he is okay. He can choose to work from home. He can choose to work from anywhere,” Onanuga said. “I tell you nothing is wrong with the president.”

https://voicenews.com.ng/presidency-denies-report-claiming-tinubu-in-critical-condition/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eg77NXcV4wg

Last month, a former presidential candidate of the ADC, Dumebi Kachikwu, accused the party of pushing a northern agenda.

Kachikwu alleged that the ADC, which was recently adopted by the opposition coalition for the 2027 election, is a plot to return power to the country’s northern region.

However, the ADC spokesman listed some key members of the party who are from the southern region, a scenario it said reflects the national spread of the coalition.

Abdullahi accused the government of trying to cause divisions in the party but said the ADC is aware of and working to counter the moves.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vvwM51IrbM

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has advocated a single term of five years for the office of the President of Nigeria.

Obi said this would make the occupier know that they have a job to do within the limited time available.

He said this was the practice in South Korea, where the president cannot seek re-election after a single term of five years in office.

‘If I have the opportunity, we should stop having a second tenure for presidents. It should be five years,” Obi said.

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has warned of a possible industrial crisis in Nigeria’s public universities if the Federal and State Governments fail to urgently address unresolved labour issues.

In a statement signed by its president, Prof. Christopher Piwuna, ASUU cited poor welfare, inadequate funding, and the government’s failure to honour past agreements as key sources of frustration among lecturers.

The warning comes after Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, assured that strikes would no longer occur in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions, hinging his optimism on dialogue and meeting union demands. While welcoming the sentiment, ASUU insisted that “action must follow words.”

“Many of our members teach on empty stomachs, conduct research without access to journals, books, chemicals, or reagents, and struggle to meet basic living costs,” the union said, adding that lecturers are unfairly blamed for producing “unemployable graduates” despite operating under dire conditions.

The union expressed dismay over the government’s failure to conclude the renegotiation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU Agreement, accusing officials of “tokenism” and selective implementation. It also condemned political interference in university administration, citing the controversy over the Acting Vice Chancellor of Alvan Ikoku University of Education.

ASUU rejected initiatives like the “Diaspora Bridge,” which it described as treating academics seeking better working conditions as mere “volunteers,” calling the approach hypocritical.

https://voicenews.com.ng/ASUU-warns-of-looming-crisis-urges-government-to-honour-agreements/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzBGnzIaojM

Social media users have reacted to the wedding reception of a Lord's Chosen couple. The short clip showed the couple dancing happily and flanked by their chief bridesmaid and best man.

In the clip, the groom wore a peach suit, while his bride rocked a unique white wedding dress without a head covering.

The 2025 Ballon d’Or nominees have been officially unveiled, and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) dominate the 30-man shortlist with nine players, reflecting their commanding UEFA Champions League triumph this season.

In a year that will once again produce a new winner, 2024 recipient Rodri is notably absent from the list due to a knee ligament injury that sidelined him for much of the season. The list also excludes long-time greats Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, marking a new era in football’s most prestigious individual award.

The winner will be crowned on September 22 at the annual Ballon d’Or gala.

Spanish champions Barcelona follow with four nominees, featuring both the youngest player, 18-year-old Lamine Yamal, and the oldest, 36-year-old Robert Lewandowski.

After boycotting last year’s ceremony in protest of Vinicius Jr.’s omission, Real Madrid return with three players on the shortlist, including the Brazilian winger himself.

From Italy, Napoli’s Scott McTominay makes history as the first Scottish player nominated since Ally McCoist in 1987. If he wins, he will be only the second Scotsman ever to claim the Ballon d’Or, after Denis Law in 1964—and the first from Diego Maradona’s former club.

Complete List of 2025 Ballon d'Or Nominees:
Ousmane Dembele (France / PSG)

Gianluigi Donnarumma (Italy / PSG)

Jude Bellingham (England / Real Madrid)

Desire Doué (France / PSG)

Denzel Dumfries (Netherlands / Inter Milan)

Serhou Guirassy (Guinea / Borussia Dortmund)

Erling Haaland (Norway / Manchester City)

https://voicenews.com.ng/full-list-psg-dominate-2025-mens-ballon-dor-nominees/

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has introduced strict new requirements for candidates under the age of 16 seeking admission into Nigerian universities in the 2025/2026 academic session.

In line with the government’s policy reaffirming 16 years as the minimum admission age, JAMB will now only consider underage candidates who demonstrate exceptional academic brilliance across multiple assessments.

It has also outlawed the combination of results from two different exam bodies such as mixing WAEC and NECO results for such category of candidates, adding that science students must include mathematics in their top subjects, while arts students must include English.

JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, who rolled out the measures during a virtual meeting with vice chancellors and heads of admissions on Wednesday in Abuja, said the Board would no longer tolerate the “academic abuse” of pushing psychologically and emotionally unprepared children into the rigours of university life.

The move follows a government policy, which pegged the official minimum age for admission into tertiary institutions at 16 years, with exceptions for high performing candidates under 16.

Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, who presented the policy at the 2025 policy meeting of JAMB, said it aims to balance cognitive maturity and academic preparedness, and curb the growing trend of underage candidates in Nigerian universities.

While reaffirming 16 years as the minimum entry age for tertiary education, Oloyede on Wednesday said underage candidates would only be considered on clearly proven grounds of exceptional academic brilliance.

https://voicenews.com.ng/jamb-sets-tough-rules-for-under-16-utme-candidates-in-2025-2026-admissions/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyEoIX52tX0

A Nigerian has expressed concerns over the deplorable state of sections of the newly constructed Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road, citing poor drainage systems and flood damage affecting parts of the highway.

This video shows several areas where flooding has taken over parts of the road, particularly behind the Chartered House on Ogombo Road in Ajah, near Landmark Estate and Laredia Boulevard.

Chelsea have officially excluded nine senior players from their 31-man first-team squad for the 2025/26 season, signaling their intent to offload them during the current transfer window.

Excluded Players (The “Bomb Squad”):

Raheem Sterling – Spent last season on loan at Arsenal; expected to leave permanently.

Ben Chilwell

Axel Disasi

Renato Veiga

Alfie Gilchrist

Carney Chukwuemeka

Lesley Ugochukwu

Armando Broja

David Datro Fofana

These players are considered surplus to requirements and are being linked with exits as Chelsea continue restructuring under new management.

Included in the Squad:

https://voicenews.com.ng/chelsea-remove-nine-senior-players-from-2025-2026-squad/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFn2_F2I5U4

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo (SAN), has ridiculed the rising confidence of the opposition coalition to unseat the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing their political manoeuvres as outdated ‘419 formats’ that no longer fool Nigerians.

Speaking during a televised interview, Keyamo said Nigerians have become more politically discerning and are aware of the opposition’s gimmicks, which he claimed are nothing more than recycled strategies dressed up for public appeal.

Renowned Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, has reaffirmed her strong support for Labour Party presidential hopeful, Peter Obi, describing him as a selfless and accountable leader who stands out in Nigeria’s political landscape.

Adichie, a vocal supporter of Obi during the 2023 presidential election, said her backing is based on her belief in his sincerity, humility, and deep commitment to national development—not personal ambition.

“Peter Obi doesn’t need to be president. He wants to be because he genuinely cares about Nigeria,” Adichie said. “That’s a crucial distinction. Many others are desperate for power, not out of patriotism, but because of their egos.”

The award-winning writer emphasized that her support for Obi is rooted in a deep love for Nigeria and a firm belief that the country can thrive with the right kind of leadership.

“Peter Obi doesn’t expect praise for doing what he sees as his duty. He sees leadership as a responsibility, not a privilege,” she added. “He is someone who understands that he’s accountable to the people, not above them.”

Adichie reflected on her long-standing relationship with Obi, describing him as “one of the simplest men I’ve ever known.” According to her, the values he held 15 years ago remain intact today. “He is genuine, consistent, and curious—qualities I believe every true leader should possess.”

On the question of Obi’s 2027 presidential ambition, Adichie remained cautious, saying, “I don’t want to speak on how I’d feel if he’s not a candidate. I prefer not to think about that yet. We’ll wait and see what happens.”

Adichie played a visible role in Obi’s 2023 campaign, endorsing him through social media, a heartfelt birthday tribute, and a campaign video. After the election, where Obi placed third behind President Bola Tinubu, she penned an open letter to U.S. President Joe Biden, questioning the credibility of the electoral process. Her appearance at the Presidential Election Tribunal in Abuja further underscored her support.

https://voicenews.com.ng/peter-obi-truly-cares-hes-not-desperate-for-power-like-others-chimamanda/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5eNywOxwyE

A heartwarming video has emerged online of a D'Tigress star doing mother duties after the team won the 2025 FIBA Women's AfroBasket title.

The Nigerian women's basketball team defeated Mali 78-64 in the final played in Ivory Coast after going down in the first quarter by five points.

A video has emerged showing D'Tigress star Sarah Ogoke breastfeeding her baby in the dressing room after playing in the final against Mali. Ogoke earned plaudits from the Nigerian fans for the sacrifice and commitment to help the team less than a year after becoming a mother.

A 10-year-old boy was reportedly abandoned by his parents at Barcelona-El Prat Airport on Wednesday, July 30, after airport authorities discovered that his Spanish passport had expired and he lacked a visa required for travel.

The incident detailed in a viral TikTok video by air traffic control worker Lilian, revealed that the boy was traveling with his family but was denied boarding due to his invalid documentation. In a shocking move, his parents boarded the flight without him, leaving him in the terminal. They allegedly called a relative to come pick him up.

How the Boy Was Discovered

Airport staff found the boy alone and immediately notified the police. According to Lilian, the child explained that his parents had already boarded a plane to their home country for vacation.

Authorities contacted the pilot, who announced on board to inquire whether anyone had left a child behind—no one responded. It was later discovered the parents were traveling with another, younger child. They were located and taken to a police station where they were reunited with the boy.

Public Reaction and Concerns

The incident has sparked outrage, with many questioning how any parent could leave a child behind so casually due to documentation issues. Lilian criticized the parents’ actions, stating:

“How is it possible for parents to leave their 10-year-old son at the terminal because he cannot travel due to documentation issues?”

https://voicenews.com.ng/parents-abandon-10-year-old-son-at-barcelona-airport-over-passport-issue/

The Federal Government’s decision to rebuild Terminal One of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, at a cost of ₦712 billion, will be funded from gains made through the removal of petrol subsidy and foreign exchange reform, according to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo.

Addressing mounting public concerns over the high cost of the project amid widespread economic hardship, Keyamo defended the administration’s decision, describing the airport as “decrepit, leaking, and below international standards.”

“The roof is leaking, the place is decrepit and smelly. You see people selling Indomie, kiosks everywhere. The ceilings are collapsing, and the carousels are no longer functional because parts are obsolete,” he said.

The airport terminal, built over 40 years ago, is due for complete demolition and reconstruction, not mere renovation. Keyamo emphasized that only the structural pillars and decking would remain, while everything else would be rebuilt from scratch over a 22-month timeline.

https://voicenews.com.ng/₦712bn-lagos-airport-terminal-upgrade-funded-from-subsidy-savings-keyamo/

Globally renowned Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, has shared an inspiring account of perseverance, revealing that she received 25 rejections for her debut novel, Purple Hibiscus, before it was finally published.

Speaking at the inaugural grand finale of the Things Fall Apart Festival held in Enugu in July, Adichie reflected on her early struggles and how those rejections shaped her resolve and humility as a young writer.

“The thought of quitting writing was never an option for me because writing is my vocation. It’s what I believe I’m here to do—it’s spiritual. I feel it’s a gift I’ve been given,” Adichie said.

“Even if I hadn’t been published, I’d still be writing today.”

Adichie, whose works have since earned global acclaim, emphasized that while the rejections were disheartening, they did not diminish her deep passion for writing.

A Humbling Beginning

Recounting the journey of publishing Purple Hibiscus, Adichie described how, as a college student in the United States, she wrote the novel while living with her sister and caring for her nephew—all while juggling full-time studies.

“When I finished writing the novel, I thought, ‘This is good. Someone will publish it quickly.’ I was very confident. But that confidence quickly gave way to reality,” she recalled.

At the time, email submissions were not yet standard, so she mailed physical copies of her manuscript, including self-addressed stamped envelopes, to literary agents and publishers.

https://voicenews.com.ng/quitting-was-never-an-option-chimamanda-ngozi-adichie-on-overcoming-rejection-in-her-writing-journey/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xa95WY6sOaY

The General Overseer of Deeper Life Church, Pastor Kumuyi has made some important remarks on women dressing in Deeper Life Churches.

In this video, Pastor Kumuyi shares how Deeper Life Church leaders should approach the issue of dressing and head covering in church.

He also advised married women and single ladies on the issue of dressing

Interesting to know...improvement in the country’s revenue has allowed governors to experience what he described as their era of oil boom, under Tinubu’s administration.

Lifestylecom:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZSQ0d4inys

On the state of the economy, Daniel Bwala said Nigeria was on a path to full recovery.

He also said the improvement in the country’s revenue had allowed governors to experience what he described as their era of oil boom, under Tinubu’s administration.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZSQ0d4inys

On the state of the economy, Daniel Bwala said Nigeria was on a path to full recovery.

He also said the improvement in the country’s revenue had allowed governors to experience what he described as their era of oil boom, under Tinubu’s administration.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGhIBIV2pDw

National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu has said terrorists attacks has reduced across Nigeria under President Bola Tinubu.

Mr Ribadu said before the Tinubu administration came on board, the country was bogged down by security challenges, with almost all parts of the country’s six geopolitical zones dealing with one issue or another.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) founding National Chairman, Chief Ralphs Okey Nwosu, has said that some powerful forces tried to undermine the ADC-led coalition initiative by offering him three ministerial appointments, a move he rejected, describing it as a desperate attempt to weaken the unity of the opposition.

Speaking at the party’s 99th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held on Tuesday at the Chelsea Hotel, Abuja, Nwosu reflected on his years of service, celebrating the party’s transformation from a fledgling movement into what he called “a government in waiting,” boasting over 28 Senators, more than 60 Members of the House of Representatives, and numerous state lawmakers across the country.

https://voicenews.com.ng/i-was-offered-3-ministerial-appointments-in-desperate-attempt-to-weaken-coalition-nwosu/

Hmmmm...but rather the President dictating his preference. However, the appointee may be the right person for the job, particularly in advancing Tinubu's 2027 vision

Lifestylecom:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmToB6Zq8Gg

Dr. Sam Amadi, Director, Abuja School of Social & Political Thought has said, President Tinubu's choice of a party leader who lacks significant political gravitas suggests that this decision is not a consensus among party leaders but rather the President dictating his preference. However, the appointee may be the right person for the job, particularly in advancing Tinubu's 2027 vision.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmToB6Zq8Gg

Dr. Sam Amadi, Director, Abuja School of Social & Political Thought has said, President Tinubu's choice of a party leader who lacks significant political gravitas suggests that this decision is not a consensus among party leaders but rather the President dictating his preference. However, the appointee may be the right person for the job, particularly in advancing Tinubu's 2027 vision.

Emmanuel Ikazoboh was previously the Group Chairman of Ecobank Transnational Inc., the Pan-African banking group. He started his professional career at Akintola Williams Deloitte.

“He first became the Managing Partner for francophone offices in Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire and later became the Managing Partner of the Deloitte firm in West and Central Africa until 2009.

https://voicenews.com.ng/aliko-retires-from-dangote-cement-to-focus-more-attention-on-refinery/

The funds will help UNICAL procure necessary training equipment, moving the faculty closer to resolving its accreditation issues with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).

Lifestylecom:
Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has donated ₦20 million to the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Calabar (UNICAL) to support 400 dental students facing potential expulsion due to the institution’s accreditation challenges.



The donation aims to address the faculty’s lack of essential equipment, a key factor in its accreditation woes caused by over-admission of students.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtRcZpEc9Ts

Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has donated ₦20 million to the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Calabar (UNICAL) to support 400 dental students facing potential expulsion due to the institution’s accreditation challenges.



The donation aims to address the faculty’s lack of essential equipment, a key factor in its accreditation woes caused by over-admission of students.

Hmmmm, like his predecessor, Tinubu wanted to be Nigeria's President only for personal reasons and not because they intend to govern the nation.

Lifestylecom:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8qbKgXVkJrI

A former political adviser to President Bola Tinubu, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has said like his predecessor, Tinubu wanted to be Nigeria's President only for personal reasons and not because they intend to govern the nation.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8qbKgXVkJrI

A former political adviser to President Bola Tinubu, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has said like his predecessor, Tinubu wanted to be Nigeria's President only for personal reasons and not because they intend to govern the nation.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described the recent  fanfare around the rebased Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as misleading and a mere public relations stunt disguised as economic progress.

In a statement on Tuesday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, ADC said the celebration by the President Bola Tinubu’s administration about the rebased GDP was only an “economic cosmetics” with no improvement in the quality of life of ordinary Nigerians nor has it solved the foundational crisis crippling the Nigerian economy.

According to the ADC,  in real terms, the Tinubu administration was trying to cover its economic failures with unjustifiable economic cosmetics.

“While government officials were busy touting a new GDP figure, millions of Nigerians were battling record food inflation, grinding poverty, and collapsing infrastructure.

Natasha relied on a recent judgment delivered by Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court, Abuja

Lifestylecom:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOTispATZjM

Senate spokesman Yemi Adaramodu says Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan remains suspended till the red chamber resume from recess in two months’ time.

Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended in March 2025 for violating Senate rules after a seat arrangement brawl with Senate President Godswill Akpabio whom she accused of sexual misconduct, an allegation Akpabio denied.

However, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) lawmaker, who relied on a recent judgment delivered by Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court, Abuja, made an attempt to resume Senate proceedings on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 but was barred.