The Labour Party (LP) has officially dissociated itself from a recent lawsuit filed by Abayomi Arabambi challenging the academic credentials of Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). In a formal statement released on Monday, LP National Publicity Secretary Ken Asogwa clarified that Arabambi holds no current standing within the party, as he was among a group of 25 members suspended by the National Executive Council in March for alleged anti-party activities. Asogwa emphasized that this suspension was subsequently upheld and ratified by the party’s National Convention on April 28, 2026, effectively terminating their membership.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The clarification comes in response to Arabambi’s legal action against the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), and the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) concerning Obi’s academic records. The Labour Party maintains that because Arabambi is no longer a member, he has no authority to act on its behalf. Furthermore, Asogwa accused Arabambi of impersonation for holding himself out as an LP representative, stating that the party’s legal team is currently reviewing the situation and considering appropriate legal steps, including potential petitions to law enforcement authorities.

Afrobeats star Fireboy DML has recounted the culture shock and terror he experienced upon first relocating to Lagos in 2016 to chase his music career. Speaking during a recent live stream, the singer admitted he was initially “so scared” by the environment, particularly in Surulere. Within just two weeks of arriving, he witnessed traumatic scenes, including dead bodies on the streets, an individual suffering a mental breakdown, and the presence of cultists. He noted that the general appearance of Lagosians added to his fear, though he ultimately adapted to the city’s lifestyle.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Pro Ref has acknowledged an “error of judgement” regarding the decisive 60th-minute goal scored by Erling Haaland, which secured a 1-0 victory for Manchester City against Manchester United at Old Trafford. Despite playing with 10 men for over an hour following Phil Foden’s red card for kicking out at Bruno Fernandes, City claimed the derby win. Although Haaland was initially flagged offside, VAR overturned the call after concluding that Manchester United defender Patrick Dorgu played him onside.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

However, Pro Ref noted that City midfielder Enzo Fernandez was in an offside position and obscured the play as the ball traveled toward Haaland, meaning the VAR should have advised referee Michael Oliver to conduct an on-field review. The officiating body confirmed that it has contacted Manchester United to recognize the error and will conduct a full review of the incident.

The match was further marred by controversy over Foden’s dismissal. While Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca conceded that Foden rightly received a straight red card for his reaction, he argued that Bruno Fernandes should have also been sent off for his role in the altercation.