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  RB Leipzig have announced the signing of Suleiman Sani from Slovakian First Division Club AS Trenčín. The 19-year-old winger signed a contract until June 30, 2031, and will wear the number 18 jersey. Managing director of sport Marcel Schäfer expressed delight with winger’s arrival at the club. “ With Suleman Sani, we have been able to sign a highly talented young winger. He has an exciting profile and all the attributes to take the next steps in his development at RB Leipzig. Suleman primarily plays on the left side, possesses great pace, is difficult to dispossess due to his physicality, and likes to make runs in behind. He also works hard off the ball and displays the right attitude,” Suleiman told the  club’s official website . Read Also: Bayern Munich open new sponsorship category with ERL Immobiliengruppe partnership “Signing Suleman is a move in anticipation of the summer , as the opportunity has now arisen to make his transfer permanent. With him, we will be even mor...

  The next Awujale of Ijebuland may emerge in the next 14 days, the Olori Ebi of Fusengbuwa Ruling House, who is also Otunba Jadiara, Lateef Owoyemi, has revealed. Otunba Owoyemi gave the indication while answering questions from reporters after the conclusion of the nomination process. The nomination meeting held at Bisi Rodipe Hall, GRA, Ijebu Ode, was attended by representatives of Ijebu Ode Local Government led by the Secretary, Abiodun Oke-Adebanjo. Other leaders of the ruling house at the meeting included Deputy Olori Ebi, Otunba Adedokun Ajidagba, Chairman, Chief Fassy Yusuf, among others. Although 95 princes and princesses had shown interest in the stool of Awujale of Ijebuland, only 85 went through the nomination process. Fuji maestro, Wasiu Ayinde, aka KWAM1, was not part of the nomination process, as his name was not one of the 85 nominations mentioned. Owoyemi said everybody who went through the nomination process had signed a bond that there would be no litigation afte...

  The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), in partnership with the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES), has begun early preparations for the 2027 General Elections with the commencement of a three-day leadership workshop in Ikeja, Lagos. The high-level workshop, themed “Strategic Opportunities and Challenges to Electoral Administration in Nigeria and Africa,” marks the formal start of INEC’s intensive planning cycle for the next general elections and has attracted key domestic and international stakeholders in electoral governance. Speaking at the opening session, INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, SAN, described the workshop as timely, noting that it comes at a period of internal transition within the Commission and heightened public expectations of the electoral process. Amupitan said the gathering provides a platform for strategic reflection, leadership alignment and institutional renewal as INEC prepares for what he described as a demanding ...

  FC Bayern Munich have announced a new multi-year partnership with ERL Immobiliengruppe, bringing the Bavaria-based real estate developer into the club’s commercial portfolio as its first official real estate partner. The agreement marks FC Bayern’s entry into a new sponsorship category and reflects the club’s continued focus on forging long-term, values-led partnerships beyond traditional consumer and industrial brands. ERL Immobiliengruppe is a family-owned real estate company headquartered in Deggendorf, specialising in residential development, with a strong focus on senior living, assisted living, and barrier-free housing projects across southern Germany. Commenting on the partnership,  Jan-Christian Dreesen, CEO of FC Bayern Munich,  said,  “In ERL Immobiliengruppe, we have gained a long-established company as a partner for our club, which, like FC Bayern, values consistency, vision, and reliability. This is a partner you can build on – literally. We look ...

  Moroccan content creator confronts Osimhen, predicts Morocco will beat Nigeria ahead of AFCON semi-final A Moroccan content creator has sparked reactions online after confronting Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen ahead of Nigeria’s AFCON semi-final clash with Morocco. In a video circulating on social media, the man was seen placing his camera directly in Osimhen’s face while muttering comments in his native language, implying that Morocco would defeat Nigeria in the highly anticipated match.

 EKPOMA PROTEST: HEAVY SECURITY DEPLOYED TO CURB CRIMINALITY; 52 SUSPECTS ARRESTED, CLEARS MISINFORMATION ON SOCIAL MEDIA The Edo State Police Command wishes to provide update on the Ekpoma protest and ongoing security operations in the area.  The Commissioner of Police CP Monday Agbonika, fdc, has personally supervised heavy deployment of personnel in Ekpoma, in company of the Commander Mechanized 4 Brigade, Brigadier General Ahmed Olatunboju Balogun, to personally see to the deployment of personnel in collaboration with sister security agencies including the Nigeria Army, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Edo State Security Corp (ESSC) and Hunters to sustain public safety and tackle the issue of kidnapping and other criminal activities.  Following investigations into the disruption of a peaceful protest in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area, a total of fifty-two (52) persons suspected to have participated in violent acts of vandalism, assault occasi...

  Nigerian content creator, financial coach, and self-proclaimed "Africa’s Most Experienced Financial Expert," GehGeh (real name Emmanuel Obruste), has once again taken the internet by storm—this time with his musical debut. The fast-rising influencer, known for his blunt relationship advice and "University of Wisdom and Understanding" sessions, has released a catchy, satirical street-hop track titled “Peller Is A Jarvis”, featuring talented up-and-coming artists Young Prinze and Popori. Released in early January 2026, the song exploded in popularity almost immediately, drawing massive streams and shares across platforms. It serves as a humorous yet raw commentary on the highly publicized drama between popular TikTok streamers Peller (Habeeb Hamzat) and his ex-girlfriend Jarvis (Elizabeth Amadou, also known as Jadrolita).

 Iranian officials said on January 12 that the country is prepared for war but remains open to dialogue with the United States, as President Donald Trump continues to warn of possible US intervention amid a violent crackdown on anti-government protests.   Speaking to foreign ambassadors in Tehran, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said Iran is “not looking for war,” but is ready for it if necessary, according to multiple media reports. His remarks came a day after Trump said he was weighing military options against Iran. Anti-government protests have entered their third week after soaring prices and the collapse of the Iranian rial triggered mass demonstrations in late December. Human rights groups say the unrest has spread across major cities and dozens of towns nationwide, marking the most significant challenge to Iran’s clerical leadership since 2022.   Norway-based group Iran Human Rights said it has confirmed at least 192 protester deaths since the demonstration...

  Barbie and Ken figures with vitiligo.   The company said the doll was developed over more than 18 months in partnership with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, a nonprofit organization that advocates for the rights and better media representation of autistic people. According to Mattel, the aim was to create a Barbie that reflects some of the ways autistic individuals may experience and process the world around them.   Designing the doll posed challenges because autism covers a wide range of traits and behaviors, many of which are not immediately visible. Representatives from the advocacy network involved in the process emphasized that autism does not look the same for everyone, but that the doll attempts to highlight some common expressions.     The new Barbie’s eyes are designed to shift slightly to the side, reflecting how some autistic people may avoid direct eye contact. The doll also features articulated elbows and wrists to acknowledge stimming behavio...

  A statement issued by her Press Secretary, Omen Bassey, described the report as false and misleading, adding that the claim was wrongly credited to Senator Eyakenyi.   The statement followed several enquiries from members of the public over a message widely shared on social media claiming that the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly would, on Tuesday, 13 January 2026, pass a law prohibiting women from sleeping with married men.   The report alleged that the bill was sponsored by the Deputy Governor and that any “young girl, lady or woman” caught sleeping with a married man would face 10 years’ imprisonment without an option of fine, while the man involved would pay a fine of N2 million.   According to the statement, the office had received enquiries concerning “a certain Bill purportedly pending in the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly and falsely credited to the Deputy Governor as the initiator or sponsor”.   The statement categorically denied the claim, saying...