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Sevilla manager, Luis García Plaza, has hailed Super Eagles forward Akor Adams following the Nigerian striker’s impactful performance off the bench in their 2-1 win over Espanyol on Saturday. Adams scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner in a 2-1 La Liga triumph over Espanyol at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium on Saturday. Adams was brought on in the second half and made a significant contribution by delivering the decisive goal deep into stoppage time, securing all three points for Sevilla in a vital Round 35 match. This comeback victory has further enhanced Sevilla’s chances of survival as they work to distance…

Hon Philip Agbese, Labour Party, LP, State Leader in Benue and member representing Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency, has declared that the Labour Party is now the biggest opposition party in Benue State as the race toward the 2027 general elections intensifies. Agbese made the declaration on Saturday at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja moments after arriving from Johannesburg, South Africa. Speaking to journalists and supporters who welcomed him, the lawmaker projected confidence in the party’s rising strength and outlined his personal vision for the future. “We are the biggest opposition party in Benue State today,” Agbese stated.  “The people have shown us…

Operatives of the Orerokpe Division in Okpe Local Government Area of Delta State have arrested two suspected armed robbers, Ajeh Zephaniah, 28, and Anthony Okoro, 32, alleged to be members of a notorious armed robbery syndicate linked to church robberies within Warri and its environs. The operatives also arrested two suspected receivers of stolen items, Arinze Ezisi and Chinonso Valentine. Two other suspects, identified simply as Elvis and Ochuko, reportedly fled the community where the arrest was effected on April 26, 2026, at about 9:00 a.m., DAILY POST can report. The operatives also recovered from the suspects a gold-coloured Toyota…

Nigerian comedian Bovi Ugboma and South African actress Nomzamo Mbatha sparked reactions after recreating Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham’s snub moment. The duo recreated the viral snub video on Saturday during the hosting segment at the 2026 edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards ceremony in Lagos State. DAILY POST recalls that Funke Akindele had, during the premiere of Iyabo Ojo’s movie, *The Return of Arinzo* in March 2026, publicly snubbed Toyin Abraham over their rivalry. Following the controversy, the duo unfollowed each other on social media, with Iyabo Ojo accusing Toyin Abraham of violating a peace agreement with…

Inter Miami captain, Lionel Messi, on Saturday broke former Toronto forward Sebastian Giovinco’s record and became the fastest player in Major League Soccer, MLS, history to reach 50 -plus goals and assists. Messi achieved this feat after scoring a goal and providing two assists in Inter Miami’s 4-2 win against Toronto, according to Fabrizio Romano. This means that Messi has now scored 59 goals and provided 41 assists from 64 MLS games. His goal against Toronto also means that the Ballon d’Or winner has registered 907 career goals and 410 career assists. Messi moved to Inter Miami from Paris Saint-Germain…

Comedian Bovi Ugboma, stirred reactions at the 12th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards after making a light-hearted jab at actor Kunle Remi during the ceremony, referencing a recent online debate about award processes. While hosting on stage, Bovi acknowledged winners being presented with their individual plaques at the ceremony before taking a swipe at Remi’s earlier comparison between the AMVCA and the Oscars. Nollywood actor, Kunle Remi “By the way, all winners have their individual awards today. Shout out to Kunle Remi. Winners have always had their individual awards. “But I understand, Kunle has never won one so he wouldn’t…

The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man, Idrisu Musa, in connection with the killing of his elder brother, Muhammed Haruna, and Haruna’s wife, Habiba Muhammed, in Asarara Village. According to the police, the tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday when the couple were allegedly attacked with a cutlass while asleep in their home at about 5:15 a.m. The victims reportedly sustained severe injuries during the assault and later died. Police spokesperson, SP Bashir Usman, who confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on Saturday evening, said investigators recovered “substantial and incriminating evidence” linking the…

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, on Saturday declared his intention to seek re-election in 2027. Abbas, who was first elected into the House of Representatives in 2011, is seeking a fifth consecutive term on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, having won re-election in 2015, 2019, and 2023. The declaration attracted supporters from across the constituency, with activities beginning at the Emir of Zazzau’s palace, where various solidarity groups gathered amid music, drumming, and traditional Hausa performances. Access to Malam Musa Square through the Malam Abdulkarim Gate became difficult as thousands of residents flooded the area…

Nigerian comedian Bovi Ugboma and South African actress Nomzamo Mbatha sparked reactions at the 2026 edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards after recreating the viral moment involving actresses Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham. During their hosting segment at the ceremony on Saturday, the duo dramatised the controversial snub scene that trended online following the premiere of The Return of Arinzo. In the skit-like moment on the stage, Mbatha acted as Funke Akindele while Bovi who acted Toyin Abraham jokingly referenced the viral controversy. “Aunty, aunty Funke… mtcheeww. If I ever present award to you, call me bastard,” Bovi…

Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani suffers from illnesses related to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, his lawyer claims. “Today I am here to clear the record — the press has reported misstatements and information that is not factual in nature regarding America’s mayor’s health and his application for 9/11 healthcare benefits, which he is entitled to,” Joseph Cammarata, a lawyer and member of Giuliani’s legal team, said in a video shared via X on Friday, May 8. “We all know who Rudy Giuliani is — Rudy Giuliani is America’s mayor because he led the charge during the…