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“At Least Pretend A Little” — Okai Slams Obi, Kwankwaso Over Silence After Court Ruling.
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Austin Okai, has raised concerns over the silence of presidential hopefuls Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso following the Supreme Court ruling on the party’s leadership dispute.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Reports indicate that both politicians have not issued any public response to the apex court’s decision. Meanwhile, several prominent figures in the party, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, have already reacted to the judgment, which reaffirmed the David Mark-led leadership of the ADC. Reacting to the silence of Obi and Kwankwaso, Okai, in a Facebook post, questioned whether the duo were dissatisfied with the court outcome or deliberately avoiding commentary. He expressed surprise that they had remained quiet despite previously participating in protests over the party’s internal issues. Okai wrote, “After all the protests, and just 48 hours after David Mark and the ADC’s Supreme Court victory, Obi and Kwankwaso have still refused to say a word. “Are they not happy that their own party won the same case they were protesting? They could have at least pretended a little. Haba!” In a related development, the Kwankwasiyya movement has disclosed that Rabiu Kwankwaso is expected to leave the ADC for the National Democratic Coalition (NDC) next week. This signals a major realignment within the opposition ahead of the 2027 general elections. A spokesperson for the movement, Habibu Mohammed, said the decision followed unanimous approval by stakeholders across Kano State. He explained that representatives from all 44 local government areas met at Kwankwaso’s residence, where they agreed on the political move. “The stakeholders have unanimously given him the go-ahead to move to the NDC,” Mohammed stated. He further revealed that Peter Obi is also expected to join Kwankwaso in the NDC, according to ongoing political consultations. “I believe him, Peter Obi, and some others will be joining the NDC,” he added. Mohammed noted that discussions with the NDC were about 90 percent complete, with only minor issues remaining. He attributed the planned defection to the ongoing leadership crisis within the ADC, describing the situation as unstable for sustained political engagement. He also referenced the Supreme Court ruling, which sent the matter back to the Federal High Court, saying it had prolonged uncertainty within the party. According to him, “It does not look feasible to stay there… the entire caucus voted unanimously that a better platform, not embedded in a leadership tussle, should be used.” He added that deadlines set by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for submission of party membership registers also influenced the decision. The movement reportedly weighed options between the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and the NDC before settling on the latter. He also pointed to internal disagreements within the ADC, including disputes over zoning and consensus arrangements, as contributing factors. Meanwhile, Obi has reportedly not attended recent ADC meetings since the opposition summit held in Ibadan, amid concerns over the handling of the party’s presidential zoning structure.
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The Oyo State Police Command has successfully rescued five-year-old Fikayo Gbemiga, who was abducted from her home in Lagelu Local Government Area on July 3, 2026. Two suspects, Seyi Adegboye and Adefemi Adegboye, were arrested during a tactical operation at their hideout in the Mojoyin Molade area of Iwo Road, Ibadan, on July 11, 2026.
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Abduction and Ransom: After allegedly breaking into the family’s residence, the suspects demanded a ₦10 million ransom and had already collected ₦1 million of that amount in Gbongan, Osun State.
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Police Investigation: Using a combination of technological tools and intelligence gathering, the command’s anti-kidnapping squad tracked the suspects and rescued the child unharmed.
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Ongoing Efforts: The suspects are currently cooperating with authorities as the police work to recover the paid ransom and apprehend remaining members of the criminal syndicate
Following France’s 2-0 defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final, coach Didier Deschamps expressed dissatisfaction with the officiating by referee Iván Barton. While he acknowledged that Spain was technically superior and deserved to advance, Deschamps criticized several decisions, particularly a first-half penalty awarded against Lucas Digne for a challenge on Lamine Yamal. He further noted that he felt Yamal should have been cautioned for a reckless challenge and questioned whether the officiating team met the standards required for such a high-stakes match. Despite these frustrations, Deschamps accepted responsibility for the loss, stating that his team was technically outplayed and that he did not want to place the blame on the officials.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Didier Deschamps voiced his frustration with the officiating after France’s World Cup exit, though he conceded that Spain was the better side. The French manager was specifically unhappy with a penalty call involving Lucas Digne and Lamine Yamal, as well as a missed booking for Yamal. Deschamps questioned the referee’s performance at the semi-final level but was quick to emphasize that the defeat was ultimately France’s own fault. He expressed that his squad was disappointed but recognized that they were “a notch below” their opponents in terms of technical control during the match in Arlington, Texas.
Option 3: Quick Summary France coach Didier Deschamps criticized referee Iván Barton’s performance during France’s 2-0 World Cup semi-final loss to Spain. Deschamps highlighted concerns regarding a penalty decision and other key calls, even questioning the referee’s suitability for a semi-final fixture. Nevertheless, he insisted that France lost because they were technically inferior to Spain and refused to solely blame the officials for the team’s elimination.
The Nigerian Army has called on the public to stop sharing social media content that demoralizes soldiers, as such actions undermine their efforts. Col. Appolonia Anele, the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, made this plea on Wednesday in Abuja during a meeting with the Defence Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DECAN).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Personnel serving in various operations across the country deserve support and appreciation rather than criticism based on misinformation.
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The spokesperson highlighted the recent rescue mission in Oyo State, where an Army officer, a soldier, and a police officer lost their lives.
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It is deeply distressing for troops who risk their lives to protect the nation to face social media narratives claiming the military is inactive, as these sentiments negatively affect their morale.
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