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Tension Rises As Burkina Faso Detains Nigerian Aircraft, 11 Soldiers.
The Federal Government has intensified diplomatic efforts to secure the release of a Nigerian Air Force C-130 aircraft and 11 military personnel currently being detained by authorities in Burkina Faso.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to Nivo News, the troops and the aircraft, now held for the third consecutive day, were intercepted by the Burkinabe military regime over claims that the plane entered the country’s airspace without proper authorisation.
Military insiders confirmed on Wednesday that neither the personnel nor the aircraft had been freed, noting that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has taken over negotiations to ensure their safe return. A senior officer expressed optimism that the intervention of the ministry would expedite their release.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, also acknowledged the situation, stating that the Nigerian Embassy in Ouagadougou was already engaging with the Burkinabe authorities to resolve the matter.
Previous reports indicated that the Burkinabe government insisted the Nigerian military aircraft carrying 11 soldiers violated its airspace and was subsequently compelled to land. The state-run Agence d’Information du Burkina, quoting a statement issued by the Confederation of Sahel States (AES), disclosed that investigations confirmed the aircraft lacked the required clearance before entering Burkina Faso.
The AES condemned the alleged breach, describing it as a serious violation of the airspace and sovereignty of its member nations and calling for respect for established protocols.
Adedamola Adebayo, also known as FRYO, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for the upcoming election in Osun State, has announced his withdrawal from the race and thrown his support behind incumbent Governor Senator Ademola Adeleke. Making the announcement during a press conference in Osogbo, Adebayo stated that the choice came after deep consultation and careful evaluation of the political landscape, placing the broader interests of the state ahead of personal ambition.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
While acknowledging that some supporters might hold differing views, he urged his followers and political networks across the state to transition their support to Adeleke peacefully. Furthermore, Adebayo appealed to all political actors and citizens to maintain peace, reject violence and hate speech, and remember that community unity and stability extend far beyond the ballot.
Forward Memphis Depay has expressed profound frustration with Corinthians, labeling the club’s sudden U-turn on a previously agreed contract extension as “unacceptable behaviour.” Having originally signed a two-year deal in 2024, the former Barcelona and Manchester United player is now a free agent after asserting that leadership withdrew from the arrangement despite prior approvals from the sporting, legal, and financial departments. During his tenure, Depay made 79 appearances, scored 20 goals, and helped secure both the Copa do Brasil and the Supercopa do Brasil.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Depay stated that the renewal had received full clearance from the club’s president and its sporting, legal, and financial divisions before being abruptly rescinded. Having scored 20 goals in 79 appearances while helping the side secure both the Copa do Brasil and the Supercopa do Brasil, the 32-year-old warned that he will take action to protect his interests and plans to address the situation publicly in the coming days.
In response, Corinthians defended the U-turn by citing financial sustainability, explaining that maintaining the player’s new commitment would jeopardize the club’s fiscal balance. The club announced that President Osmar Stabile will soon hold a press conference to provide further details regarding the difficult choice.
Pelumi Olajengbesi, the campaign spokesman for Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, has issued a legal demand through his lawyer, Hammed Lasisi, threatening a ₦10 billion defamation lawsuit against Senator Francis Fadahunsi representing Osun East. The legal notice follows remarks made by the senator during recent television interviews on Channels Television and Viable TV, where he allegedly linked Olajengbesi to criminal cult groups and questioned his local origins.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In the letter, Olajengbesi vehemently denied all accusations, labeling them as entirely false and damaging to his professional and political reputation. He has demanded a complete retraction and an unreserved public apology across national and social media platforms within 24 hours, warning that failure to comply will result in immediate legal action seeking damages for defamation and injurious falsehood.
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