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By Olugbolahan KUKU Hon. Adetola Adunni Abubakar; Chairman of Agboyi-Ketu LCDA means business! While beneficiary citizens are yet to recover from the euphoria of her Back-to-School Boost largesse (executed on Thursday, September 18), it was the turn of the workforce on the following Monday to enjoy in a very quick succession, impacts of the pragmatism of their hardworking Executive Chairman! Monday September 22, 2025, the staff of Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Authority had a boost to their career as they gathered for a professional training session. They have never had it so good! It was a 1-day career training workshop…

By Peter Omopo Paris, September 22, 2025 — Barcelona star Aitana Bonmatí has claimed the Women’s Ballon d’Or for the third year in a row, solidifying her place as the dominant force in women’s football. The Spanish midfielder’s latest triumph follows another glittering season in which she played a central role for both Barcelona and the Spanish national team. Bonmatí was instrumental in Barcelona’s historic treble-winning campaign, helping the Catalan giants secure the Liga F title, the UEFA Women’s Champions League, and domestic cup honours. Her impact was felt not only in silverware but also in numbers, with four goals…

By Peter Omopo Paris, September 22, 2025 — Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé has been crowned the winner of the 2025 Ballon d’Or, football’s most prestigious individual honour, at a glittering ceremony held in Paris on Monday night. The 28-year-old French international capped off a remarkable 2024/25 campaign, scoring 35 goals and registering 16 assists across all competitions. His contributions were pivotal to PSG’s historic season, which saw the club clinch its first-ever UEFA Champions League title, alongside the Ligue 1 crown and the Coupe de France. Dembélé edged out Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal and several other world-class contenders…

By Peter Omopo Yola, September 23, 2025 — Former Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, David Iorhemba, has expressed confidence that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is on course to reclaim power in the 2027 general elections. Iorhemba, who served as the returning officer for the PDP’s local government delegates congresses held across Adamawa on Saturday, told journalists in Girei Local Government Area that the smooth conduct of the exercise demonstrated the party’s unity and strength. He commended Governor Ahmadu Fintiri for what he described as exemplary leadership, noting that his governance style has consolidated the PDP’s structures…

By Peter Omopo Yola, September 23, 2025 — A 73-year-old retired civil servant, Joseph Kwada, is among hundreds of Adamawa residents who have regained their sight following a free medical outreach organised by Mainstream Energy Solutions Limited (MESL) in Yola. The initiative, conducted in partnership with the Yola Electricity Distribution Company, offered free consultations, medication, eyeglasses, and surgical procedures to residents of the state capital. Speaking to journalists on Saturday, MESL’s medical technical officer, Salisu Dabban, said the outreach, held at the Ajiya Clinic in Jimeta, Yola, is part of the company’s corporate social responsibility. “The outreach commenced with screening…

By Peter Omopo Paris, September 22, 2025 — Arsenal Women have been named the 2025 Women’s Club of the Year at the Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris, cementing their place among Europe’s elite after a landmark season. The North London side claimed their second UEFA Women’s Champions League title in June, edging Barcelona 1-0 in the final in Lisbon thanks to a decisive strike from Swedish forward Stina Blackstenius. Domestically, the Gunners maintained their strong form, finishing second in the Women’s Super League and advancing to the semi-finals of the League Cup. The Ballon d’Or Women’s Club of the Year…

By Peter Omopo Paris, September 22, 2025 — Paris Saint-Germain have been crowned Best Team of the Year at the prestigious Ballon d’Or awards held in Paris on Monday night, capping off what many consider the club’s greatest-ever season. The French champions dominated both at home and abroad during the 2024/25 campaign, sweeping four major trophies — the Ligue 1 title, the Coupe de France, the UEFA Champions League, and the Trophée des Champions. PSG also underlined their global credentials by reaching the final of the FIFA Club World Cup, reinforcing their reputation as one of football’s most formidable sides.…

By Peter Omopo Bauchi, September 23, 2025 — Political stakeholders in Bauchi State have called on former Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) senior officer, Dr. Bala Wunti, to contest the 2027 governorship election. The appeal was made on Sunday at a “call to serve” gathering, where party leaders, traditional rulers, professionals, youth groups, and community representatives across the state rallied support for Wunti’s entry into politics. Elder statesman Mu’azu Tarkunya, speaking at the event, said Wunti’s vast knowledge and role in the Kolmani oil exploration positioned him as the right candidate to transform Bauchi into an oil-producing hub. “At…

By Peter Omopo Yola, September 23, 2025 — Anger is mounting in Adamawa State over the decision of local government chairmen to sponsor their wives on a leadership training programme in Istanbul, Turkey. The 21 wives, accompanied by senior officials of the Ministry of Local Government, reportedly departed Nigeria last week for the trip. The development has sparked outrage among workers and retirees, who condemned it as wasteful and insensitive in the face of unpaid gratuities and economic hardship. Confirming the trip, the Chairman of Toungo Local Government and state chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON),…

By Peter Omopo Port Harcourt, September 23, 2025 — Federal lawmakers from Rivers State have welcomed President Bola Tinubu’s decision to lift the six-month state of emergency in the state, urging Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the State House of Assembly to work together in the interest of good governance. The emergency rule, declared in March following a bitter rift between Fubara and the Martins Amaewhule-led Assembly, had suspended both the executive and legislature, stalling the presentation and passage of the 2025 budget. Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas was appointed to administer the state during the interim period, which lapsed on…