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Joe Aribo Set for Southampton Exit as Transfer Talks Heat Up
SOUTHAMPTON, England (AP) — Nigerian midfielder Joe Aribo is on the verge of leaving Southampton FC as reports suggest he has told the club he wants a new challenge ahead of the next transfer window.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Aribo, 29, who joined the Saints from Rangers FC in 2022, is now entering the final year of his contract. According to sources close to the club, several teams in Europe and Turkey have shown interest in signing him, with RB Leipzig reportedly preparing a €10 million offer.
Southampton head coach Will Still hinted at the midfielder’s possible exit during a recent press briefing, saying some players were at “a critical point” in their careers and could soon move on. Though Still did not mention names directly, Aribo was notably missing from the squad that defeated Wrexham 2–1 last weekend, fueling more speculation about his future.
The Nigerian international, who played a key role during Southampton’s promotion campaign, has seen his playing time reduced this season. He featured mainly as a substitute and missed several pre-season matches, raising questions about his place in the team.
Reports from British and Nigerian sports outlets suggest that Villarreal and an unnamed Turkish club are also monitoring Aribo’s situation closely. Negotiations are said to be ongoing, but no deal has yet been finalized.
Aribo became a fan favorite during his time with Rangers, where he helped the Scottish side win the league title and reach the Europa League final in 2022. His move to Southampton was seen as a major step up, but injuries and inconsistent form have limited his impact in England.
If the transfer goes through, Aribo will be among the latest in a series of high-profile exits from Southampton following the club’s recent relegation and subsequent rebuild. The Saints are reshaping their squad under Still, who appears focused on younger players ahead of their return to the Premier League.
For Aribo, a move could provide the opportunity to reignite his career and secure regular playing time. At 29, the midfielder is eager to make the most of his peak years and continue competing at the highest level in Europe.
Neither Aribo nor Southampton officials have made any official comments regarding the potential transfer. However, sources inside the club believe that a decision is likely to be made in the coming weeks as interest from foreign clubs grows.
The next few days could be crucial for the Nigerian star as the transfer window approaches its closing stages. Fans and analysts alike are watching closely to see where Aribo will land next.
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded a historic breakthrough with the emergence of its first female pilot, Superintendent of Customs Nafisat Balogun, who recently earned a commercial multi-engine pilot licence in the United States.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The achievement was celebrated by the Nigeria Customs Technical Hangar Service, marking a significant step in the agency’s drive to strengthen its aviation capacity for surveillance, logistics, and anti-smuggling operations.
At a ceremony attended by senior officers, the Managing Director of the Customs Technical Hangar Service, retired Comptroller of Customs Capt. Kuhi Mbaya, described the development as a landmark moment for the service.
He said Balogun’s transition from cabin crew to certified commercial pilot represents a major breakthrough for the Customs aviation unit and highlights the agency’s commitment to professional growth and inclusivity.
He added that the milestone reflects expanding opportunities within the Service as it continues to integrate air assets into its enforcement and border monitoring operations.
Balogun expressed gratitude for the support she received, noting that her journey required dedication and resilience, while pledging to apply her new skills in advancing the Customs mandate with professionalism and discipline.
The development has been widely described within the Service as an inspiration for greater female participation in technical and specialised roles.
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Osun 2026: APC Candidate Oyebamiji Pledges Inclusive Governance For Non-Indigenes, Interest Groups.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), has pledged to ensure inclusive governance by integrating non-indigenes and various interest groups if elected in the August 15, 2026 governorship election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said his administration would operate a structured system that promotes participation and representation of all segments of society in governance.
The pledge was conveyed by a former lawmaker and ex-Special Adviser on Civic Engagement, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, after he represented the candidate at an engagement with members of the Arewa community in Ibokun, Obokun Local Government Area.
Oyintiloye said the plan is aimed at strengthening the link between government and grassroots communities, ensuring public policies reflect citizens’ real needs.
He added that all groups would be actively involved in both policy formulation and implementation to drive development in the state.
Oyebamiji also promised continued engagement with farmers, traders, artisans, and non-indigene communities as key stakeholders in governance.
Responding, leaders of the Arewa community commended past inclusion efforts and pledged support for the APC candidate ahead of the election.
Barely a year after its inauguration in Akwa Ibom State, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been plunged into a deep factional crisis.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Multiple factions are now locked in a struggle for control of the party, leaving members uncertain about the legitimate leadership structure.
One faction is led by John Akpanudodehe, a former National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), while another is headed by the embattled state chairman, Dick Duke.
Although the leader of a third faction could not be immediately confirmed, findings indicate that another group also exists within the party.
Sources further suggest that the Akpanudodehe-led faction is seeking to remove the current chairman through a recently held congress that has sparked controversy.
In response, Dick Duke convened a stakeholders’ meeting over the weekend, where he rejected the legitimacy of the said congress.
He said the party had formally written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to distance itself from the exercise, citing a subsisting court order.
According to him, his tenure as state chairman is still valid until May, and any congress conducted before then would be unlawful.
Duke added that the party would only proceed with proper congresses after the expiration of his tenure and the resolution of legal issues, in line with due process.
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