Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze laid his mother, Mrs. Serah Chinyere Chukwueze, to rest this past Friday in Umuahia, Abia State. The funeral was a deeply moving event that drew football stars, government dignitaries, and mourners from all over the South-East to pay their final respects.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Mrs. Chukwueze passed away on January 29 following a brief illness, during a time when the 27-year-old winger was on loan with Fulham. Due to his professional responsibilities in England, he could not return home immediately. In accordance with South-East traditions, which prioritize detailed planning for a matriarch’s funeral, the family scheduled the ceremony to coincide with the end of the football season to ensure a proper and fitting tribute.

The ceremony was attended by several notable figures, including a delegation from the Nigeria Football Federation led by Ibrahim Gusau, as well as Chukwueze’s international teammates, Kelechi Iheanacho and Chidozie Awaziem. Dressed in traditional white attire, an emotional Chukwueze spent time in quiet reflection before his mother’s interment, though he appeared more composed during the subsequent reception.

With the funeral rites completed, discussions surrounding Chukwueze’s professional future are expected to resume. His loan tenure at Fulham concluded at the end of the season, during which he tallied four assists and three goals across 23 Premier League matches. While the winger reportedly prefers to remain in London, Fulham is not expected to pursue a permanent transfer, and with his parent club, AC Milan, reportedly open to offers, the Nigerian international’s next destination remains uncertain as the summer transfer window approaches.

Former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso has formally accepted his nomination as the Vice Presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in the upcoming 2027 general elections. In a statement shared on his account on Sunday, Kwankwaso expressed deep gratitude to NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi and the party’s leadership for the trust placed in him.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Reflecting on the party’s special affirmation ceremony held on Saturday—where Peter Obi was officially ratified as the presidential flagbearer—Kwankwaso described his selection as a “profound honour.” He specifically thanked the NDC’s National Leader, Senator Seriake Dickson, and other party executives for what he termed a “bold and visionary decision.”

Kwankwaso stated that this choice underscores the party’s dedication to national unity, democratic growth, and effective governance. Looking ahead to the 2027 polls, he reaffirmed his commitment to collaborating with the NDC to ensure the ticket’s success at the national level.

Following his official nomination as the 2027 presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has extended his gratitude to party leadership, including National Chairman Seriake Dickson, the National Secretary, members of the National Working Committee (NWC), and his supporters nationwide.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a statement released on Sunday, Obi formally accepted the nomination with “deep humility,” emphasizing that the mission transcends his personal ambitions. He framed the 2027 election as a critical opportunity to restore hope to a nation struggling with economic uncertainty, widespread anxiety over safety, and a growing loss of faith in governance. “A New Nigeria is Possible,” Obi declared, positioning this belief as the guiding principle for his campaign and the path forward for the country.

Addressing the nation’s fragmentation, Obi argued that Nigeria’s diversity should be a source of strength rather than division. He called for a deliberate effort to replace mistrust with confidence, urging citizens to unite under a singular destiny regardless of ethnic, religious, or political differences. Citing the historian Will Durant, he warned that a nation that destroys itself from within is vulnerable to collapse, stressing that healing and national cohesion are essential for progress.

On the critical issue of insecurity, Obi highlighted a concerning trend: Nigeria has slipped in the Global Terrorism Impact assessments, moving from the 8th most affected nation in 2022 to 4th in 2026. Contrasting this current reality with Nigeria’s historical legacy as a respected global leader in peacekeeping and conflict resolution—having deployed disciplined and professional troops to missions ranging from Rwanda to Lebanon—Obi asserted that the government’s primary duty is the protection of life and property. He concluded by pledging to confront the nation’s security challenges with absolute resolve and urgency.