Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has officially appointed 20 new permanent secretaries to serve within the state’s public service. The appointments, which were confirmed in a public notice released by the Head of Service, Anthony Okungbowa, are part of the current administration’s initiative to bolster leadership and enhance service delivery throughout the civil service.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The individuals appointed as new permanent secretaries are as follows:

• Otamere Gina, Irusota Pauline Ighoomo, Bamaiyi Rebecca Osedebamen, Anelu Wilson Oziegbe, and Ukpebor Ehiabhi Jonathan.

• Erhaze Samson, Sadoh Martins Imonmion, Otamere Enodolomwanyi, Enabulele Abdulfatai Ikponmwonsa, Akhimien Emmanuel Eboreime, Obanor John Osarobo, and Aliu Nurudeen Obogai.

• Balogun Aiyegbeni Aina, Imoisili Edith Amenawon, Momoh-Odihinrin Justina Akhazimeye, Ozigbo Osayande Duke, Eigbiremolen Godson Tunde, Efe-Amenze Agharese Patricia, Ohunyon Ernest Ehikioya, and Omosan Melody Ismaila.

The state government plans to announce a date for the swearing-in ceremony of these new appointees at a later time.

The Action Democratic Party (ADP) presidential candidate for the 2027 elections, Aliyu Bin Abbas, has officially selected Chinazam Ike as his running mate. According to a statement issued by Abbas’s media adviser, Okpani Jacob Onjewu Dickson, the selection is a strategic move aimed at establishing a leadership team that is united, inclusive, competent, and focused on the youth.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Vision for the Ticket Abbas expressed that this partnership is designed to provide a credible alternative for Nigerians, with goals to:

• Restore national hope and promote economic prosperity.

• Strengthen national unity across all religious, regional, and ethnic lines.

• Deliver purposeful and effective governance.

Profile of Chinazam Ike Ike, a youth advocate and entrepreneur from Imo State, brings extensive experience to the ticket:

• Political Experience: Ike has over 20 years of experience, previously serving as the National Youth Leader of the ADP and holding leadership roles within the Forum of National Youth Leaders of Political Parties in Nigeria.

• Professional Background: As a project director for Season.com Nig. Ltd., he has been involved in economic development and sustainable housing.

• Public Standing: He is recognized for his integrity, visionary approach, and dedication to democratic values and youth empowerment.

The Abbas-Ike ticket is being presented as a “generational shift” focused on service, justice, equity, and innovation. The campaign has called on women, youth, professionals, and civil society groups to support their vision for a “New Nigeria” centered on shared prosperity and security.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has mandated full compliance with club licensing regulations for all Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) teams for the upcoming 2026/27 season, warning that non-compliant clubs will face severe penalties. This directive, confirmed following an Executive Committee meeting in Asaba, is backed by the National Sports Commission (NSC), which has pledged to support the NFF in preventing any efforts to bypass these rules.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Reforms and Financial Upgrades The move is part of a broader push by the NSC to overhaul domestic football standards. Key reforms include:

• Prize Pool: A proposed ₦2.5 billion prize fund for the 2026/27 season.

• Player Welfare: A plan to raise the minimum player salary from ₦150,000 to ₦2 million to help retain talent and prevent players from seeking lower-quality leagues abroad.

• Strategic Vision: NSC Director-General Bukola Olopade emphasized that these reforms, bolstered by government and private sector funding, are essential to strengthening both the domestic league and national team structures.

Season Schedule The NPFL board has set a tentative start date for the new season between August 27 and 29, 2026. The campaign is scheduled to conclude on May 28, 2027, and will integrate President Federation Cup fixtures to foster a more structured domestic calendar.