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2027: Atiku’s Camp Speaks On Single Term Debate.

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Fresh divisions have surfaced within Nigeria’s opposition bloc ahead of the 2027 presidential election, amid disagreements over efforts to field a single consensus candidate following the defection of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Allies of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar said on Monday that the broader opposition coalition’s plan to present a unified presidential candidate against President Bola Tinubu remains unchanged, despite recent shifts in political alignments.

They also dismissed suggestions that the departure of Obi and Kwankwaso from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) would significantly weaken the opposition’s prospects in 2027.

Atiku, who left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on the eve of his 79th birthday in 2025, had joined the ADC as part of a wider strategy to consolidate opposition forces.

Obi and Kwankwaso, who were presidential candidates of the Labour Party (LP) and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) respectively in 2023, later aligned with him in the ADC in 2026.

However, both politicians have since exited the party for the NDC, following internal disputes and political tensions within the ADC.

Speaking anonymously, an associate of Atiku said it was premature to debate whether the former vice president would serve only a single term if he eventually secures the coalition ticket.

According to the source, “It would be better for him to get the ticket first before any discussion about a single four-year term. This is too early.”

Another senior figure within Atiku’s camp also dismissed the single-term debate, describing it as unnecessary and a distraction.

The source added that Atiku’s current priority is strengthening the ADC rather than focusing on personal ambition.

“This is like putting the cart before the horse. Atiku is focused on building and strengthening the ADC. Without a strong party, no individual ambition can survive. Discussions about a single-term presidency are distractions,” the source said.

ADC Still Expanding Despite Defections

The Atiku ally further described the ADC as a “moving train,” insisting that the exits of Obi and Kwankwaso would not stop others from joining the platform.

The source explained, “The party must first grow and become strong. It is like a train—some passengers will alight while others will board. Obi and Kwankwaso have stepped off, but that has not stopped others from coming in. The goal remains the 2027 election.”

“They were not forced out; they left on their own accord,” the source added.

He maintained that the coalition effort aimed at challenging President Tinubu in 2027 is still very much active.

“For us, nothing has changed. The coalition project is still alive and relevant,” he said.

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Victor Osimhen Wins More Admiration As Batrakov Praises His Fighting Spirit And Kindness.

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Galatasaray midfielder Aleksey Batrakov has praised Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen for his relentless desire to win, describing him as a perfectionist who prioritises team success over personal glory.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Batrakov recalled his first training session with the Turkish champions, during which a mini-tournament among the players gave him an insight into Osimhen’s highly competitive nature.

“Osimhen is a perfectionist. Top-notch in every sense. It was my first training session; we held a mini tournament among ourselves, and that’s where I understood what kind of perfectionist he is, how he always wants to win,” Batrakov said.

The Russian midfielder also highlighted Osimhen’s generosity and willingness to share the spotlight, recalling an incident during a penalty shootout after a match ended 2-2.

“He will do anything to win. The match ended 2-2 and went to penalties. Osimhen gave me the final penalty; he said, ‘you take it.’ I scored, and he came running to me from the other end of the field to join in my celebration. It was an incredible gesture,” he added.

Osimhen had recently faced criticism from Turkish media outlets and football pundits after going three consecutive matches without scoring against Kasımpaşa, Barcelona and Gençlerbirliği following his return from a groin injury.

However, the 27-year-old dismissed suggestions that the criticism had affected his confidence, insisting that no one could dictate how he played.

The Super Eagles forward responded on October 21 by scoring in Galatasaray’s 4-2 away victory over Lille in the UEFA Champions League, ending his goal drought in the competition.

The strike also took his European competition goal tally for the Turkish club to 14.

Osimhen will have another opportunity to demonstrate his competitive drive when Galatasaray face fierce rivals Fenerbahçe in the Turkish Süper Lig on Monday.

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Breaking: Andre Onana Hospitalised After Terrifying Three-Car Crash In Turkey.

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Trabzonspor goalkeeper André Onana was taken to hospital following a three-car road accident in Turkey on Thursday night but escaped serious injuries.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

News gathered that the Cameroon international was travelling along Yomra Road near Trabzon when the incident occurred, just hours after helping his team secure a 2-0 victory over Scottish side Hearts in the UEFA Conference League.

According to reports, another vehicle crashed into the rear of Onana’s £100,000 Hongqi E-HS9 SUV, pushing it into the car in front and triggering a chain-reaction collision involving three vehicles.

Emergency responders arrived at the scene, while images from the incident showed significant damage to the goalkeeper’s vehicle.

Onana was subsequently taken to hospital for medical examinations. However, doctors later cleared him after confirming that he had escaped serious injuries.

Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan confirmed the accident and reassured supporters about the goalkeeper’s condition.

The incident cut short what had otherwise been a successful evening for Onana, who had played a key role in Trabzonspor’s victory, keeping a clean sheet against Hearts.

The 30-year-old joined the Turkish club on a season-long loan from Manchester United after losing his place in the team at Old Trafford.

His move to Turkey has provided the former Ajax and Inter Milan goalkeeper with an opportunity to secure regular playing time and rebuild his confidence after struggling to maintain consistent form in the Premier League.

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Tottenham Humiliate Chelsea At Stamford Bridge As Xabi Alonso Accepts Blame For Defeat.

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Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has admitted that his team fell short of expectations following a disappointing 2-0 home defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Blues struggled to make their scoring opportunities count at Stamford Bridge, with Tottenham goalkeeper Antonín Kinský producing several crucial saves to keep the hosts at bay.

Chelsea’s chances of securing a positive result took a major hit in the second half when goalkeeper Mike Penders scored an own goal to give Tottenham the lead. The situation worsened for the home side when Cole Palmer was sent off after receiving a second yellow card.

Mathys Tel then put the result beyond doubt with a late second goal, condemning Chelsea to defeat despite their recent league victories over Bournemouth and Everton.

Reacting after the match, Alonso accepted responsibility for the disappointing outcome and stressed that every member of the squad must take accountability for the performance.

“We all take the blame for the result and for the performance,” Alonso said. “Today we were not at our best. I felt that in the second half, the game was even and could have gone either way. Once we conceded that first goal, and then with the red card, it was difficult.”

The Spanish manager maintained that the encounter had been evenly contested before Penders’ own goal shifted the momentum in Tottenham’s favour.

“In the second half, it was tight, with some half-chances for them and half-chances for us. It was about taking a moment, and once we conceded the first goal, it conceded everything,” he added.

“Then, when we wanted to have a reaction, we got the red card. Then it went the other way.”

Alonso urged his players to learn from the setback and work towards delivering better performances in their upcoming fixtures.

“We can do better. It’s one to reflect on after this big game against a good opponent. And as for the performance, it’s one we must improve,” he said.

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