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Rivers Politics Heat Up As Wike Reportedly Backs George-Kelly, Chinda For APC And PDP Guber Race.

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Two allies of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and members of the Rainbow Coalition are reportedly being positioned to contest the 2027 Rivers State governorship election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Alabo Dakorinama George-Kelly is said to be preparing to run under the All Progressives Congress (APC), while the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Kingsley Chinda, is expected to contest under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

It was gathered that leaders of the Rainbow Coalition encouraged both politicians to obtain governorship nomination forms from their respective parties.

Reports of George-Kelly’s emergence have sparked excitement among some political stakeholders in Rivers State.

Sources told Vanguard that many stakeholders welcomed George-Kelly’s entry into the race, especially given his roots in the Kalabari Ijaw axis of the state.

George-Kelly, a known political associate of Wike and member of the coalition, is considered by some observers as a possible consensus candidate, aligning with calls in certain quarters for an Ijaw successor to Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

He previously contested the 2022 PDP governorship primary, where he finished second behind Fubara, and later served as Director-General of the Border Communities Development Agency under President Bola Tinubu.

Although there is no official confirmation yet, a source within the Rainbow Coalition claimed George-Kelly has already purchased the APC nomination and expression of interest forms.

The source added: “Among all coalition members, George-Kelly is the only one who has picked up the APC forms, and he would not have done so without the approval of the Minister.”

Chinda’s Report Sparks Debate

The source further disclosed that the coalition is closely monitoring public reactions to both George-Kelly and Kingsley Chinda.

According to him, initial reports of Chinda’s possible ambition generated mixed reactions within the coalition, especially due to concerns about his origin from Obio-Akpor, which some stakeholders viewed as politically sensitive.

He noted that the development did not strongly resonate with a section of stakeholders in the state.

However, the emergence of George-Kelly reportedly eased tensions among stakeholders, with some expressing excitement over his entry into the race.

“But immediately the report of George-Kelly on the APC platform broke out, there was jubilation across the state. It calmed all nerves because his name resonates with many stakeholders, especially youths,” the source said.

He added that Wike and coalition leaders were carefully evaluating both aspirants.

According to him, the coalition’s goal is to present a strong and loyal candidate capable of appealing broadly across political and ethnic divides, including supporters of Governor Fubara.

The source also stressed that the final decision would rest on consultations within the coalition leadership, which is expected to produce candidates for both the APC and PDP in Rivers State before selecting a final option.

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Antonio Rudiger Apologises After Dressing Room Clash At Real Madrid

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Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger has issued an apology to teammate Álvaro Carreras following a reported altercation in the dressing room after the club’s 1-1 draw with Real Betis.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to reports, the incident occurred at the training ground two weeks ago, where Rudiger allegedly lost his temper and had to be separated from Carreras.

Carreras has since acknowledged that there was a disagreement but downplayed its seriousness, insisting the issue has already been resolved internally within the squad.

He said the situation was an isolated case and stressed that his relationship with all his teammates remains strong and unaffected.

The left-back, who returned to Real Madrid last summer from Benfica in a deal worth around €50 million, has recently been the subject of speculation regarding tensions in the dressing room.

Meanwhile, Spanish media reports suggest Rudiger has taken steps to mend relations, including organising a team dinner with players and their families last Friday.

The episode comes amid a challenging period for the club. Former coach Xabi Alonso reportedly left in January following internal unrest, while his successor Álvaro Arbeloa is expected to depart at the end of the season.

Off-field attention has also turned to Kylian Mbappé, who travelled to Sardinia while recovering from a hamstring injury sustained against Betis. Real Madrid went on to secure a 2-0 win over Espanyol during his absence.

Mbappé was later spotted on a yacht with actress Ester Expósito, drawing criticism ahead of Sunday’s El Clásico against Barcelona at Camp Nou, where Barcelona need just a point to clinch the league title.

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Lagos Seals Balmoral Convention Centre, Restaurant Over Sewage Violations

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The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office (LSWMO) on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, shut down Balmoral Convention Centre in Victoria Island for allegedly discharging raw sewage into a public drainage system.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to a statement from the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, the enforcement followed reports that the facility was pumping untreated waste into drains, alongside wastewater spillages from a blocked sewage chamber. The situation reportedly caused a foul smell and environmental nuisance in the area.

The statement confirmed that the centre was sealed after investigations showed improper wastewater management practices that violated environmental regulations.

In a separate operation, officials also sealed Foodies Restaurant at No. 32B Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase 1, Eti-Osa, for releasing untreated wastewater into public drains.

Authorities said the restaurant’s waste contained heavy deposits of oil and fat, which blocked drainage channels, leading to pollution, offensive odour, and disruption of the environment, despite prior warnings.

The Lagos State Government reiterated its warning to residents and business operators to adhere strictly to approved wastewater disposal guidelines.

It added that any individual or organisation found violating environmental laws would face sanctions, including possible prosecution, in line with existing regulations.

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Drama Erupts As Angry Crowd Invades MTN Headquarters In Abuja,

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Activists and other demonstrators on Wednesday stormed the MTN Nigeria head office in Abuja to protest the high cost of telecommunications services.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The protest was led by activist Omoyele Sowore, with participants chanting “MTN Ole!” as they gathered at the company’s premises.

The protesters demanded immediate action, accusing the telecom operator of imposing excessive charges and delivering poor service quality.

One of the demonstrators complained that many Nigerians pay large sums for data but often do not receive the value of services promised, describing it as a widespread issue affecting subscribers across the country.

This development comes as the leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) announced plans to stage picketing actions against South African companies MTN and MultiChoice over alleged xenophobic attacks in South Africa.

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