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Sanwo-Olu Unveils ₦500bn Food Security Initiative, Partners Governors and Elumelu

The Lagos State Government has launched a ₦500 billion Produce-for-Lagos Off-taker Guarantee Fund to boost food production, reduce dependence on imports, and strengthen Nigeria’s agricultural value chain. The initiative, unveiled on Wednesday at Lagos House, Alausa, included the signing of an MoU with partnering states. Present were Governors Dapo Abiodun (Ogun), Usman Ododo (Kogi), Umaru Bago (Niger), Agbu Kefas (Taraba), and Ondo Deputy Governor Olajide Owolabi. Minister of Finance Wale Edun, Minister of Communications Bosun Tijani, Minister of Livestock Idi

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Sport

Super Falcons Set for WAFCON Final Showdown Against Morocco

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will battle hosts Morocco in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final on Saturday, as the competition reaches its climax. Morocco booked their spot after a tense 4-2 penalty shootout win over Ghana on Tuesday night in Rabat, following a 1-1 draw after extra time. Ghana’s Stella Nyamekye opened the scoring in the 26th minute, but Morocco equalised early in the second half through Sakina Ouzraoui. In the shootout, the Atlas Lionesses converted all four

July 23, 2025 19

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“I Will Not Apologise, Akpabio Is Not Above the Constitution” – Natasha Speaks After NASS Blockade

Suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has lashed out at Senate President Godswill Akpabio, accusing him of disregarding a valid court order and acting above the Nigerian Constitution. The Kogi Central lawmaker vowed never to apologise, stating she would rather serve out her suspension than beg for reinstatement. Natasha arrived at the National Assembly on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, after a Federal High Court nullified her suspension. However, the visit ended in chaos as security operatives barred her from entering the premises.

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Entertainment News

VeryDarkMan Drops Diss Track Aimed at Portable, Gov Okpabelo, and Prophet Fufeyin

Social media critic VeryDarkMan has sparked fresh controversy with the release of a diss track taking shots at Edo State Governor Monday Okpabelo, street singer Portable, and clergyman Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin. The track, released on July 23, 2025, ridicules Governor Okpabelo over his alleged poor WAEC results, which recently surfaced online. “E8, WAEC result of a governor. INEC, shame on you,” VDM rapped. He also mocked Portable, referencing their ongoing feud following allegations of tricycle theft, which led to the

July 23, 2025 27

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Senate Denies Approval of New States, Plans Buhari Tribute

Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Tuesday debunked rumours circulating on social media that the National Assembly had approved the creation of new states. Responding to a point of order raised by Senator Abdul Ningi (PDP, Bauchi Central) during plenary, Akpabio clarified that while the Constitution Review Committee has received over 42 state creation proposals, none have completed the rigorous constitutional process required. “I have seen more than 42 proposals, but not a single one has gone through full deliberation. The

July 23, 2025 18

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Senate Approves Tinubu’s $21bn Foreign Loan Plan

The Senate on Tuesday gave the green light to President Bola Tinubu’s external borrowing proposal worth over $21 billion for the 2025–2026 fiscal period, enabling full execution of the 2025 Appropriation Act. The borrowing package comprises $21.19 billion in foreign loans, €4 billion, ¥15 billion, a $65 million grant, and domestic borrowing through government bonds estimated at about ₦757 billion. It also allows the government to raise an additional $2 billion through a foreign-currency-denominated instrument within the domestic market. The

July 23, 2025 14

Politics

APC Set for Make-or-Break NEC Meeting to Choose New National Chairman

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) may announce a new National Chairman on Thursday when its National Executive Committee (NEC) convenes in Abuja, sources revealed. The position became vacant in June after former Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, resigned, citing health reasons—a move widely seen as linked to internal power struggles and strategic realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections. Since his exit, Deputy National Chairman Ali Dalori has been serving in an acting capacity. According to top party insiders,

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Renato Veiga Gives Green Light for Atletico Madrid Move

Atletico Madrid are closing in on a deal to sign Chelsea defender Renato Veiga, with the Portuguese youngster reportedly approving a summer transfer to the Spanish capital. The LaLiga giants shifted their attention to Veiga after ending their chase for Cristian Romero due to Tottenham’s €70m asking price. Atletico see the 20-year-old as a long-term solution to their defensive issues following last season’s struggles. According to transfer expert Florian Plettenberg, personal terms between Veiga and Atletico are almost agreed, while

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Ogun Govt Ready for Court Over Awujale’s Islamic Burial Amid Ifa Council Protest

The Ogun State Government says it is unperturbed by threats of legal action over the burial of the Awujale and paramount ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, which was conducted in line with Islamic rites. Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Sina Ogungbade (SAN), stated this on Monday in response to warnings from the International Council for Ifa Religion (ICIR), which accused the government and the monarch’s family of breaching cultural burial traditions. Oba Adetona, who passed away on

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