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By Peter Omopo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has condemned the killing of one of the teachers abducted during an attack on schools in Esiele community, Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, describing the act as barbaric. The President also assured Nigerians that security agencies were intensifying efforts to rescue the remaining victims and apprehend those responsible for the attack. Gunmen had invaded the Esiele community last Friday, abducting staff, students and pupils from Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga,…

By Peter Omopo Arsenal F.C. moved a step closer to ending their 22-year wait for the Premier League title after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Burnley F.C. at the Emirates Stadium on Monday night. A first-half header from Kai Havertz proved decisive as Mikel Arteta’s side extended their lead at the top of the table to five points ahead of reigning champions Manchester City F.C.. Arsenal could clinch the Premier League title as early as Tuesday if Manchester City fail to defeat AFC Bournemouth. Even if City win their remaining matches, the Gunners would still secure the title with…

By Peter Omopo Former Kaduna State Governor Ramalan Yero, former senator Shehu Sani and Senator Sunday Katung have emerged winners of the All Progressives Congress senatorial primaries in Kaduna State ahead of the 2027 general elections. Yero clinched the APC ticket for Kaduna North Senatorial District after polling 6,060 votes to defeat Muazu Mukaddas and Engineer Bala Ikara. In Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Shehu Sani secured victory with 9,105 votes, defeating Yusuf Zailani and Shettima Yerima, who had earlier withdrawn from the race. Speaking with journalists after the exercise, Shehu Sani expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kaduna…

By Peter Omopo The African Democratic Congress has commenced the screening of governorship aspirants ahead of its primaries for forthcoming governorship elections, with more than 70 aspirants screened on the first day of the exercise. The party’s Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Queen Okiyi, disclosed this while briefing journalists in Abuja on Monday. Okiyi said the screening exercise progressed smoothly, with two separate panels attending to 35 aspirants each. According to her, over 100 governorship aspirants from states scheduled to conduct elections are expected to participate in the process. She noted that the screening would continue on Tuesday to accommodate the…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo “Omi lo danu, agbe kò fọ” …. the water may have spilt, but the calabash remains whole. Life sometimes brings loss, disappointment, or moments that shake us, but not every setback is destruction. As long as your spirit, faith, and strength remain intact, hope is still alive. Cry if you must, rest if you need to, but remember: what truly carries you has not broken. Agbe kò fọ… the vessel still stands, and so will you. ADT Cares

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo Growing older is a blessing, but true honour comes from integrity, wisdom, and kindness. An elder who walks with malice or unfairness eventually loses the respect age should naturally command. As the Yoruba proverb says, “Agbalagba se inú kòdòrò, ó sọ òórùn ìdí rẹ̀ di àfihàn” …hidden flaws are exposed when the heart is crooked. Let every elder lead with fairness and compassion because character, not age alone, is what earns lasting respect. ADT Cares

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide The son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Seyi Tinubu, has reacted to the outcome of the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primary election in Imo State, where celebrity businessman Pascal Okechukwu failed to secure the party’s ticket. Cubana Chief Priest contested for the APC ticket to represent Orsu/Orlu/Oru East Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections but lost to the incumbent lawmaker, Canice Nwachukwu. According to reports from the primary election, Nwachukwu emerged victorious after polling more votes, while Cubana Chief Priest secured only 14 votes during the exercise. Reacting to the result,…

By Peter Omopo The All Progressives Congress in Kogi State has released the names of candidates who emerged from the party’s House of Representatives primary elections conducted across the state on May 16, 2026. In a statement issued by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Hamzat Isa-Amoka, the APC said the primaries were conducted peacefully, transparently and credibly, with active participation from party members. According to the party, Sanni Ogembe emerged as the candidate for the Okene/Ogori-Magongo Federal Constituency, while Muhammed Yusuf secured the ticket for Adavi/Okehi Federal Constituency. Sanni Abdulraheem also emerged as the party’s candidate for Ajaokuta Federal Constituency. For…

By Peter Omopo Chelsea FC have confirmed the appointment of Xabi Alonso as the club’s new manager on a four-year deal ahead of the new football season. The appointment is seen as part of Chelsea’s efforts to rebuild and reposition the club following a difficult campaign. Alonso arrives at Stamford Bridge with an emerging managerial reputation after previous coaching spells in Germany and Spain. His most recent stint at Real Madrid was marked by inconsistent performances and reports of dressing room tensions. The Spaniard reportedly faced challenges managing a star-studded squad, including alleged disagreements with Brazilian forward Vinícius Júnior during…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo “Eni ti o na ika ibaje si ọmọlakeji rẹ, mẹ́wàá yòókù ń dúró dé e.” ….He who points one wicked finger at another has the remaining fingers pointing back at himself. Whatever evil, pain, or harm you plan against others will eventually return to you. Life has a way of rewarding good deeds and exposing wicked intentions. So choose kindness, sow peace, and let your heart be clean because the same road you send others through may become your own path tomorrow. ADT Cares