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ADC, PDP, LP Pull Out Of Alliance, Declare Solo Fight Against Tinubu.

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Factions within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), African Democratic Congress (ADC), Accord Party (AP), and Labour Party (LP) have distanced themselves from the opposition summit held in Ibadan.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The summit, reportedly attended by elements of the ADC, a PDP faction loyal to Governor Seyi Makinde, and other opposition figures, followed months of internal disputes and ongoing court battles.

However, several party factions told Punch that the gathering does not reflect their official position and reaffirmed their resolve to field separate candidates against President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections.

The PDP National Working Committee, aligned with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, accused key opposition figures—including Atiku Abubakar, David Mark, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and Peter Obi—of being misled by “impostors” behind the summit.

PDP National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed, dismissed the legitimacy of those who attended in the party’s name, insisting they are not recognised representatives and are restricted by court orders.

He stressed that the PDP had not entered into any coalition or alliance with any political party and rejected claims that it was involved in the Ibadan meeting, adding that legitimate leadership was not consulted.

Similarly, different ADC factions led by Dumebi Kachikwu, Kingsley Ogga, and Nafiu Gombe all denied participation, insisting the party remains focused on resolving its internal crisis rather than forming alliances.

The Labour Party, through Interim National Chairman Nenadi Usman, also disowned the summit and its resolutions, including the reported plan to present a single opposition presidential candidate in 2027.

The Accord Party further warned that it may take legal action against individuals falsely claiming to represent it at the meeting.

ADC leaders maintained that the party would pursue its own candidates across all elective positions, describing the Ibadan gathering as an unrepresentative reunion of disgruntled politicians rather than a true opposition coalition.

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No Extra Charges! NRS Clarifies Position On Alleged New Vehicle Tax.

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The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has debunked reports circulating online that the Federal Government plans to introduce a new vehicle tax from July 1.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The agency clarified that the claim, which has been widely shared in the form of an infographic, is false and did not originate from the NRS or any authorised government body. The viral message had alleged that owners of private, commercial, and corporate vehicles would be required to pay a new levy through online platforms or designated banks.

In a statement, the Special Adviser to the NRS Chairman, Dare Adekambi, dismissed the information as misleading, stressing that it was not issued through any official channel. He also pointed out that the website referenced in the viral post is not the agency’s legitimate platform.

He reaffirmed that no such tax has been introduced, urging the public to disregard the claim.

The NRS further cautioned Nigerians against relying on unverified information on social media, particularly on sensitive issues like taxation.

Adekambi advised citizens to seek updates only from official sources, noting that such false reports are often designed to mislead and create unnecessary confusion.

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Osimhen Headlines Top-Performing Nigerian Footballers In Latest Fixtures.

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Nigerian footballers played key roles across Europe over the weekend, with Victor Osimhen standing out after making a strong return from injury in Turkey.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In Istanbul, Osimhen inspired Galatasaray to a commanding 3-0 victory over rivals Fenerbahçe, strengthening their position in the Turkish Super Lig title race.

The striker opened the scoring shortly before half-time, reacting swiftly to finish with his knee. Barış Alper Yılmaz converted a penalty before Lucas Torreira sealed the derby win.

Osimhen now has 13 goals and four assists in 20 league appearances, with Galatasaray leading by seven points and just three games remaining.

In England, Frank Onyeka ended the season on a high by providing an assist in Coventry City’s 3-1 win over Wrexham, as they celebrated their Championship title at home.

Onyeka set up the final goal in stoppage time and has recorded one goal and one assist since joining in January. Meanwhile, Arthur Okonkwo remained on the bench for Wrexham as their promotion hopes go down to the final match.

Rofiat Imuran returned from injury with a late appearance in London City Lionesses’ 5-1 win over Leicester City, marking her comeback after missing 10 matches.

In France, Moses Simon returned from injury and played 69 minutes in Nantes’ 1-0 loss to Lille, ending their unbeaten run. Chidozie Awaziem was absent as Nantes slipped further into relegation danger after a poor run of form.

Victor Boniface returned to the Werder Bremen squad for the first time since knee surgery, making the bench in a 1-1 draw with Stuttgart, while Felix Agu missed another game through injury.

In Spain, Sevilla continued their poor form with a 2-1 defeat to Osasuna. Akor Adams played only a few minutes despite being their top scorer, while Chidera Ejuke was unused. The result leaves Sevilla in the relegation zone.

Raphael Onyedika returned from injury to feature in Club Brugge’s 2-0 win over Gent, helping their title push.

In Scotland, Emmanuel Fernandez played the full 90 minutes in Rangers’ 3-2 loss to Motherwell, a setback in their title chase despite his solid performance.

In Cyprus, Peter Olayinka scored in APOEL’s thrilling 3-3 draw with Pafos, extending his scoring streak to two consecutive matches. Francis Uzoho remains out injured.

Terem Moffi featured for 30 minutes in Porto’s 2-1 win over Estrela but did not score, while Zaidu Sanusi continues his recovery.

In Latvia, Hussein Ibrahim continued his impressive form with his fourth goal in eight games in Auda’s 2-1 win over Tukums 2000. Ede Oloko also scored his fifth goal in seven matches, though his side ended up on the losing side.

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Legal Battle Begins As Detained Colonel Challenges FG In Court Over Coup Plot Claim.

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A Nigerian Army officer, Colonel Mohammed Alhassan Ma’aji, has approached the Federal High Court in Abuja, challenging his continued detention since September 2025.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

He is asking the court to order his release and also seeking ₦500 million in damages for alleged violations of his fundamental rights.

The suit, filed under the Fundamental Rights Enforcement Procedure Rules of 2009, names the Attorney General of the Federation, the Chief of Army Staff, the Nigerian Army, and the Chief of Defence Intelligence as respondents. It questions why he has allegedly been held for several months without being charged in court.

Through his lawyer, Olalekan Ojo (SAN), Ma’aji argued that his prolonged detention without trial violates his constitutional rights to liberty and human dignity.

Court filings indicate that he was arrested around September 30, 2025, alongside others over allegations of involvement in a coup plot. Since then, he has reportedly remained in military custody in Abuja.

He further alleged that he has been denied access to his family, legal representatives, and adequate medical care during his detention.

The officer maintained that despite claims that investigations have been concluded, authorities have failed to formally charge him within the time required by law. He based his arguments on provisions of the 1999 Constitution and the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights.

Among his requests, he is seeking a declaration that his detention is unlawful, an order for his immediate release, or alternatively, a directive compelling authorities to arraign him within seven days.

He is also demanding ₦500 million in compensation for the period he has allegedly spent in custody without trial.

An affidavit submitted by a litigation officer in his legal team stated that he has been completely cut off from communication since his arrest and has not been formally charged.

The court is yet to assign a date for the hearing of the case.

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