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Nigeria Premier Football League side Rivers United were on Thursday involved in a road accident.

The incident occurred while the team was travelling to Awka, Anambra State, for their President’s Federation Cup Round of 16 clash against Nasarawa United.

The club confirmed the incident in a statement, saying the accident occurred along the Obiri-Ikwerre Airport Road on the outskirts of Port Harcourt shortly after the team departed from camp.

According to the statement, some players and officials sustained minor injuries, while no fatalities or life-threatening injuries were recorded.

Rivers United said all affected individuals were receiving medical attention and were in stable condition.

“The safety, health and well-being of our players and officials remain our utmost priority. We can confirm that some players and officials sustained minor injuries in the accident. Thankfully, there have been no fatalities or life-threatening injuries reported,” the club stated.

Recall that the Port Harcourt-based club secured a place in the Round of 16 on Monday after defeating Rangers International 3-2 and are scheduled to face Nasarawa United in Awka on Saturday.

President Federation Cup: Rivers United involved in road accident ahead Nasarawa clash

Manchester United on Thursday confirmed that Tom Heaton has signed a new one-year contract at the club.

The experienced goalkeeper remains an integral part of the club’s first-team squad, playing an important leadership role in the dressing room since returning to Old Trafford in 2021.

Reacting after signing the deal, Heaton told the Red Devils’ website, “It is a huge honour to continue to represent Manchester United.

“I am really excited to play my role in driving us forward and helping the group to compete for the biggest honours.”

In a similar development, Manchester United are interested in signing Aurelien Tchouameni from Real Madrid, according to The Times.

Man United manager Michael Carrick is set to secure his first signing, with Atalanta’s Ederson agreeing to move to Old Trafford.

However, Tchouameni could be set to follow the Brazilian to United, with the French midfielder’s future uncertain at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Man Utd confirm deal for Heaton, interested in signing Real Madrid midfielder

The Federal Government has assured Nigerians that multiple security and intelligence agencies are working in close coordination to secure the release of abducted schoolchildren…

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Former presidential aspirant of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and leader of the YMK Nigeria Project Movement, Yakubu Muhammed Kingsley, has called for the immediate disqualification of former Cross River State Governor Donald Duke from the party’s presidential primary election held on May 25, 2026.

Kingsley also demanded the nullification of all votes and results arising from the exercise and urged the party to declare him the lawful winner of the primary election.

The demand was contained in a petition signed by his counsel, A.A. Muhammad, and addressed to the national chairman of the PRP, Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed. A copy of the petition was obtained by DAILY POST. 

According to the petition, Kingsley maintained that he was a valid member of the party, legally purchased the nomination form, complied with all constitutional requirements, and successfully participated in the party’s screening process.

The petition alleged that Donald Duke was not a lawful and duly registered member of the PRP as of the mandatory membership cut-off date and was unlawfully introduced into the primary election process.

It further claimed that Duke neither participated in the party’s screening exercise nor satisfied the mandatory membership qualification requirements as stipulated by relevant provisions of the Electoral Act 2022 and regulations of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

The petition also alleged that votes credited to Duke were based on unlawful accreditation, over-voting, and inflated returns, arguing that the figures announced exceeded the number of eligible party members contained in the register submitted to INEC.

Meanwhile, the women leader of the YMK Nigeria Project Movement, Dr Maryam Abdullahi Ringim, called on supporters of the movement across the country to remain steadfast despite recent developments.

She urged Nigerians who share the movement’s vision not to be discouraged but to remain united, focused, and committed to the ideals of justice, good governance, and national transformation.

According to her, the aspirations of millions of supporters remain valid and relevant, stressing that the struggle for a better Nigeria must continue through democratic means.

Ringim further called on members nationwide to remain organised and hopeful as efforts continue to strengthen the movement.

She also urged party members to remain calm while awaiting the response from the national headquarters.

Donald Duke’s PRP presidential primary victory challenged by Yakubu Kingsley

Stakeholders in the Kwara South Senatorial District of Kwara State have cautioned traditional rulers in the district against partisanship in the 2027 electioneering process. The people, under the aegis of the Kwara South Progressive Movement, while speaking with journalists in Ilorin on Thursday, criticised the recent position of some traditional rulers from the Igbomina-speaking axis […]

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The Minister of Federal Capital Territory, FCT,  Nyesom Wike, will deliver the University of Port-Harcourt, UNIPORT, Convocation Lecture on Saturday.

Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister on Public Communications and Social Media, said in a statement on Thursday, that the Minister will speak on the topic; “Leadership and Infrastructure Development in Nigeria: Lessons for future leaders,” at the lecture, which will hold at the New Convocation Arena, University of Port Harcourt, Choba, Rivers State, at 10am.

A letter dated 20th April, 2026, and signed by the Vice Chancellor of UNIPORT, Prof. Owunari A. Georgewill, said the lecture will provide an opportunity to engage the graduating students and the wider academic community on issues of critical importance to national development, leadership, and the future of our society.

The letter read; “Your Excellency Sir, it is with great honour, deep respect, anda strong sense of admiration that I write, on behalf of the Management of the University of Port Harcourt, to humbly invite Your Excellency to serve as the Convocation Lecturer at our 36th Convocation Ceremony scheduled to hold on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

“Your Excellency’s distinguished record of service to our nation, your exemplary leadership, and your enduring contributions to governance, infrastructural development, and public administration stand as a testament to visionary statesmanship.

“The Convocation Lecture, a central highlight of the ceremony, provides a platform for distinguished personalities of national and global repute to engage our graduating students and the wider academic community on issues of critical importance to national development, leadership, and the future of our

society.

“We believe that your presence and voice at this significant academic milestone will not only honour your Alma Mata but also reinforce the vital connection between leadership, scholarship, and national progress.

“It will equally serve as a source of motivation and direction for our students, who stand at the threshold of new beginnings.”

The Minister, in a letter by his Chief of Staff, Chidi Amadi, dated 23rd April, 2026, conveyed his acceptance of the invitation to serve as Guest Lecturer at the Convocation Ceremony.

“The choice of the above topic among other options available to the Honourable Minister, is informed by his deep conviction that effective leadership must translate into tangible outcomes, particularly through the provision of critical infrastructure, social services and amenities that positively impact the lives of citizens,” the letter read.

FCT minister, Wike to deliver UNIPORT convocation lecture Saturday

Arsenal have confirmed that their next competitive game will be the 2026 Community Shield game against Manchester City on August 16.

The Gunners, who ended a 22-year wait for the Premier League title, will take on City, who won the FA Cup.

It will also be City’s first competitive match since Pep Guardiola left after 10 years.

Unlike in previous seasons though, this year’s Community Shield game will take place at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium.

Wembley is unavailable due to concerts having been booked.

The game will kick off at 3pm and will be broadcast live in the UK on TNT Sports and HBO Max.

2026 Community Shield: Details of Arsenal vs Man City clash confirmed

The FCT Police Command has denied media reports over alleged kidnapping of students at Phase 1 Primary School, Gbagalape, Abuja today June 4.

The command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, said at about 10:30am, officers of the FCT Police Command attached to Nyanya Division received a distress call alleging an ongoing kidnapping incident at Phase 1 Primary School, Gbagalape, Abuja. Upon receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Nyanya Division, immediately mobilized officers and surveillance teams to the scene.

Adeh stated that preliminary investigations revealed that students had suddenly started shouting “k!dnappers” and running out of the school premises, creating panic among teachers and members of the community. Consequently, the school premises were cordoned off and thoroughly searched by responding officers.

She said following extensive search and questioning of persons within and around the school premises, no k!dnapping incident was established, no suspect was sighted, and no victim was identified. She mentioned that additionally, surrounding hills, boundaries, and adjoining areas were patrolled and searched, while nearby schools were also visited as part of precautionary security measures.

She urged members of the public to remain calm and refrain from spreading unverified information capable of creating unnecessary panic and tension within communities.

The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, encouraged residents of the Federal Capital Territory to promptly report suspicious activities or emergencies to the nearest Police Station or through the Command’s emergency lines: 08032003913, 07057337653.

The management of Afe Babalola University (ABUAD) has dismissed reports circulating on social media alleging that bandits attacked the institution…

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There was a heavy security presence around the Three Arms Zone in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, on Thursday following plans by the Take-It-Back Movement…

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