A media aide to Anambra State First Lady Dr. Nonye Soludo has disputed former governor Peter Obi's claim of being a godfather to Governor Chukwuma Soludo's children. Daniel Ezeigwe clarified that Dr. Nonye Soludo is the confirmation godmother to Obi's daughter, while Mrs. Margaret Obi is the baptismal godmother to one of Soludo's daughters. This statement was made to set the record straight on the relationship between Obi and the Soludo family.
The Lagos State Task Force has denied involvement in an incident where a driver was stopped over a vehicle inscription. The agency stated it was not responsible for the incident involving a Toyota Tacoma with a "TRD 4×4 Sport Tacoma" marking. They also clarified that requesting permits for vehicle inscriptions is outside their mandate and that they no longer enforce traffic-related offences.
Chris Iyovwaye, the Delta State governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, has rejected the endorsement of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as the sole candidate of the Urhobo Nation for the 2027 election. Iyovwaye stated that an endorsement by Urhobo traditional rulers cannot override the constitutional right of Deltans to choose their governor through the ballot. He vowed to continue campaigning and would not step down from the race.
Minister of Works David Umahi has declared that there is no rainbow coalition in Ebonyi State, reaffirming the state's alignment with the All Progressives Congress. Umahi stated that if Minister Nyesom Wike has candidates in the state, he has not been informed, and there is no such coalition. He also warned against hate speech during campaigns.
Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila has stated that the Nigerian Police, DSS, and ICPC have cleared him of allegations of wrongdoing after investigations. Gbajabiamila thanked President Tinubu for insisting on due process and announced a ₦1.15bn empowerment programme for about 5,000 beneficiaries in Surulere.
Cristiano Ronaldo has extended his record as Europe's most-capped men's international player, reaching 234 appearances for Portugal. This milestone was achieved after Portugal's 1-0 win over Wales in the UEFA Nations League. Luka Modrić sits second with 202 appearances, followed by Sergio Ramos on 180.
Former President Goodluck Jonathan and other dignitaries attended the coronation of King Charles Douglas Jaja as the new Amanyanabo of Opobo Kingdom in Rivers State. The event was attended by Rivers Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu, the Igwe of Onitsha, and the Olu of Warri. The coronation marks a significant milestone in the kingdom's history.
Key points
- Peter Obi is not a godfather to Governor Chukwuma Soludo's children.
- There is no rainbow coalition in Ebonyi State, according to Minister David Umahi.
- Cristiano Ronaldo has extended his record as Europe's most-capped men's international player.
