Traditional rulers from Osun West Senatorial District of Osun State have praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the reconstruction of the 90.9-kilometre Osogbo-Iwo-Ibadan Road…
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Scores of residents of Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, on Monday embarked on a peaceful protest through major parts of the city, demanding the immediate release of 39 schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The protesters, led by Pastor Juwon Owolabi, said while speaking with journalists that the demonstration […]
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Former Secretary General of the Arewa Consultative Forum, ACF, Anthony Sani, has said 4a majthe ority of Northerners would not agree to vote for the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, in 2027.
This was as Sani hinted that the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, would never agree to do one term as president.
Sani, who disclosed this in a chat with DAILY POST, underscored the dangers of split within the opposition ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
The former ACF scribe stressed the need for a viable alternative opposition in Nigeria ahead of the general election.
He said: “In 2023, the opposition was split into PDP, NNPP, Labour Party and Wike’s G5. As a result, Bola Tinubu rose from the ashes of opposition split.
“Currently, the opposition is split into factions of PDP, ADC and NDC. And as long as the politics of identity called zoning is preferred by both the North and the South, and the South wishes to complete its 8 years while the North expects to produce the president in 2031, the dynamics favour President Bola Tinubu, who must leave that office in 2031.
“President Peter Obi would not agree to do one tenure while the majority of northerners will not vote for former VP Atiku lest they spoil the existing politics of identity.
“I mentioned two factions of PDP to underscore the level of split of the opposition reminiscent of what happened in 2023 that made it possible for Bola Tinubu to rise from the ashes of opposition split. I am concerned about the need for a viable alternative platform for opposition.”
Northerners will not vote Atiku to protect 2031 – Ex-ACF Sec Gen, Sani
Officers boarded the Tagor in the Atlantic, which maritime authorities said had been flying a false flag when it was detained around 400 nautical miles west of Brittany.
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The Israeli military has confirmed the death of one of its soldiers during ongoing combat operations in southern Lebanon.
In a statement released on Monday, the military identified the fallen soldier as Staff Sergeant Adam Tzarfati, 20, who was killed while participating in operations in southern Lebanon.
Military officials disclosed that the soldier died during an attack reportedly carried out by Hezbollah fighters, marking another casualty in the renewed conflict between Israeli forces and the Iran-backed militant group.
According to security sources, the attack involved the use of an armed drone targeting Israeli troops operating in the area.
The latest fatality brings to 26 the number of Israelis killed since hostilities resumed in early March. The casualties include 25 military personnel and one civilian contractor.
The conflict reignited after Hezbollah resumed attacks along the northern front following military strikes launched against Iran earlier in the year, drawing the region deeper into a broader security crisis.
In recent weeks, Israeli forces have expanded ground operations inside southern Lebanon, saying the objective is to weaken Hezbollah’s military infrastructure and strengthen security positions near the border.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has repeatedly vowed to continue military operations until threats posed by Hezbollah are neutralised, while Lebanese authorities and international observers have expressed concerns over the growing humanitarian and security implications of the conflict.
Israeli soldier killed as fighting intensifies in Southern Lebanon
However, those infected can recover, and officials stress that people should seek medical help if they believe they have contracted the virus.
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With wedding expenses increasing steadily, many brides now prefer bridal shops that offer affordable options without compromising quality, fitting and elegance.
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The Federal Government, through the Nigeria Data Protection Commission, NDPC, has attributed about 94.7% of data breaches and attacks to the lack of skilled personnel, especially in Nigeria.
The National Commissioner of the NDPC, Dr Vincent Olatunji, stated this at the flag-off of the Technical and Organisational Drill on Data Protection Measures for IT Administrators Across MDAs, going on in Abuja.
He said that breaches of data and cyber attacks can lead to financial loss and reputational damage, adding that individuals who attack networks do it for several reasons, including embarrassing the government, financial gains, and just for the fun of it.
He said, “We’re moving almost every aspect of our life online, and there are challenges outside with these cyber attacks and breaches, and by the way, every 39 seconds a breach will occur, and this road, the effect runs to billions of dollars globally, and human capital has been recognised.
“94.7% of breaches are attributed to a lack of skilled personnel, and that’s the average globally. It’s even more in Nigeria.
“Looking at the wave of attacks in the recent months, we felt it’s really important for us to create awareness, let network administrators, data preachers, data protection officers know what they need to put in place in terms of technical and organizational measure, to ensure that they protect their network, they protect their database from unauthorized access that will lead to negative consequences on the part of the evaluation.”
He added that the NDPC is going to train Permanent Secretaries and heads of agencies on data protection.
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Brazil’s hopes of ending a 24-year wait for World Cup glory are increasingly resting on the shoulders of Carlo Ancelotti, with the Italian coach winning over fans, players and officials as the Selecao prepare for the tournament.
Ancelotti, who became Brazil’s first foreign coach at a World Cup after taking charge in 2025, has spent the past year adapting to life in the South American nation while attempting to restore the country’s status as the dominant force in world football.
Despite his long association with Brazilian players during a coaching career that has spanned several decades, Ancelotti arrived in Brazil aware that he faced a unique challenge.
The five-time Champions League-winning coach understood that leading the world’s most successful national team would require more than tactical expertise.
At one of his first meetings with staff at the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) headquarters in Rio de Janeiro, Ancelotti made it clear that he intended to embrace the local culture.
According to those present, when officials attempted to communicate with him in Spanish and Italian, the 66-year-old responded: “No, no. I’m the one who has to make the effort to speak Portuguese here.”
That commitment led him to hire Portuguese teacher Roberto Piantino and undertake four language lessons every week.
“I was surprised by his commitment,” Piantino told BBC Sport. “I remember once we finished a lesson on a Friday and, as usual, I asked him when he wanted to do the next one. He said: ‘Tomorrow.’ But that was a Saturday.
“It happened more than once. That showed me how serious he really was about learning.”
The efforts appear to be paying off. Although Ancelotti’s first year in charge has produced mixed results, with six wins, two draws and three defeats in his first 11 matches, public confidence in him remains strong.
A survey conducted by polling institute Quaest found that 41 per cent of Brazilians approve of his work, compared to 29 per cent who disapprove.
Former Brazil international Walter Casagrande believes Ancelotti’s stature has been crucial in winning support.
“One of the things Brazil needed the most was a manager bigger than the players,” Casagrande said.
Ancelotti arrived in Brazil with an impressive résumé, having won league titles in England, Spain, Germany, Italy and France, as well as a record five UEFA Champions League trophies.
However, his appointment was not universally welcomed. For decades, many Brazilians viewed the national team coaching position as one that should be reserved for local managers.
Former Brazil captain Cafu, who won the World Cup in 1994 and 2002, admitted he initially preferred a domestic appointment.
“We are the only country to have won the World Cup five times,” Cafu said. “It’s not that a foreigner should never coach the national team, but I would have gone for a Brazilian coach.”
The debate intensified during an event for Brazilian coaches last November when former goalkeeper and coach Emerson Leao criticised the growing presence of foreign managers in the country.
“I have always said I don’t like foreign coaches in my country. We, as coaches, are to blame for this invasion,” Leao said while Ancelotti was in attendance.
Despite such criticism, Ancelotti’s calm personality and ability to connect with people have helped him settle into the role.
Former Brazil star Leonardo, who worked with Ancelotti at AC Milan and Paris Saint-Germain, described him as a master of adaptation.
“He is a chameleon,” Leonardo said.
“Wherever he goes, he adapts to the people, the team, the players. He is a world champion at that.
“He enters into symbiosis with the environment, and that has already happened here. People like him.”
The CBF has also demonstrated its faith in the coach by extending his contract until 2030 before he had even led the team at a World Cup.
According to reports, Ancelotti delayed signing the extension until several CBF staff members who had helped him adjust to life in Brazil were also offered long-term deals.
On the pitch, there have been encouraging signs. Brazil’s recent 6-2 victory over Panama showcased the attacking potential of a squad featuring Vinicius Junior, Raphinha, Casemiro and several emerging talents.
Ancelotti remains convinced that Brazil possess the quality needed to challenge for the trophy.
“We have two of the five best players in the world,” he said, referring to Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior and Barcelona winger Raphinha.
One of his major tasks remains ensuring both players reproduce their club form for the national team. Injuries to Rodrygo and Estevao Willian have made their partnership even more important heading into the tournament.
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro recently revealed how Ancelotti’s unconventional management style has already earned respect within the squad.
Recalling a crucial World Cup qualifying match against Paraguay, Casemiro said: “At half-time, a lot of people were talking, talking, talking. Then he said: ‘Guys, wait. I’m going to smoke a cigarette, I’ll be back in five minutes and then you can talk.’
“After that, he came back, spoke, and everyone was like: ‘OK. This guy is different.’”
Even in the classroom, Ancelotti’s approach reflects his preference for persuasion over authority. His Portuguese teacher recalled preparing a lesson on imperative verbs, only for the coach to reject the idea.
“He pointed it out: ‘No, no, no, I don’t communicate like that. I don’t use imperatives. It’s not my style to give orders like that,’” Piantino said.
As Brazil prepare for another attempt to reclaim football’s biggest prize, Ancelotti’s blend of experience, humility and adaptability has given supporters renewed belief that the Selecao can finally lift a sixth World Cup trophy and end the longest title drought in the nation’s history.
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