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Nigeria midfielder, Raphael Onyedika has given his consent to a big money move to Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray, DAILY POST reports. Galatasaray have been courting the Club Brugge star for the past two years. The Yellow and Reds came close to signing Onyedika last summer but Club Brugge blocked the move. The 24-year-old has now told Galatasaray he is open to joining them in January if they can reach agreement with Club Brugge, according to reports emanating from Turkey. Club Brugge are expected to demand around €25m for the defensive midfielder. Galatasaray however value Onyedika around €15m. Okan Buruk’s…

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Boxing Day, donated 10 outboard engine fishing boats to women and cooperative groups from Akwa Ibom South Senatorial District as part of his constituency projects. The presentation took place at his country home in Ukana, Essien Udim Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. This was disclosed in a statement issued in Abuja on Saturday by his media team. The beneficiaries were drawn from riverine communities of the state, where fishing is the major source of livelihood. Speaking at the event, the wife of the Senate President, Dr (Mrs) Ekaette Akpabio, thanked…

A fuel tanker on Friday caught fire while offloading diesel at Rain Oil Filling Station, Tumfure area of Gombe, Gombe State. The Federal Fire Service, Gombe State Command, on Friday, contained the fire. According to the service, the incident was brought under control following the prompt deployment of firefighters immediately after a distress call was received, preventing what could have escalated into a major disaster. Speaking on the incident, the Public Relations Officer of the Federal Fire Service, Gombe State Command, ASF MB Muazu, said the professionalism and quick response of the firefighters ensured that the tanker was not completely…

Victor Boniface is facing a major decision over his immediate future, with doctors in Leverkusen reportedly recommending knee surgery that could bring his season, and time at Werder Bremen, to a premature end, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. According to Bild, medical staff in Leverkusen, where Boniface is expected to return by the summer of 2026, believe an operation may now be the best course of action for the Super Eagles striker’s lingering knee problem. The possibility of surgery was already discussed in August, but the 25-year-old opted against it at the time. Undergoing the procedure now would likely rule Boniface…

Singer, Emmanuel Osesa, popularly known as E2M and fondly referred to as the “International Local Boy”, has announced the release of his forthcoming album titled, ‘The Truth’, marking a defining moment in his fast-rising music career. The album announcement signals a new creative chapter for E2M, whose sound continues to resonate with audiences across Nigeria, Africa and beyond. Described by the artiste as a bold and intentional body of work, a statement shared with Saturday Beats stated that the album represents a deeper expression of his artistic vision, growth and commitment to authenticity. Speaking on the project, E2M noted that…

JPMorgan Chase has reportedly frozen bank accounts linked to two venture-backed stablecoin startups after identifying exposure to sanctioned and high-risk jurisdictions.The accounts belonged to BlindPay and Kontigo, two stablecoin startups backed by Y Combinator that primarily operate across Latin America, according to a report by The Information. Both companies accessed JPMorgan’s banking services through Checkbook, a digital payments firm that partners with large financial institutions. Per the report, the freezes occurred after JPMorgan flagged business activity tied to Venezuela and other locations subject to US sanctions.A spokesperson for JPMorgan reportedly said the decision was not driven by opposition to stablecoins…

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s chief publicist, Meredith Maines, is stepping down from her role after one year in the job. Us Weekly can confirm that Maines will no longer work for the Sussexes in her role as .Chief Communications Officer (CCO), which she began in January. Maines worked in conjunction with US-based PR firm, Method Communications. The Sussexes have cut ties with the consultants after seven months. “After a year of inspiring work with Prince Harry and Meghan, Duke and Duchess of Sussex and Archewell, I will be pursuing a new opportunity in 2026,” Maines said in a statement…

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has opened the door to a possible tactical shake-up ahead of Nigeria’s heavyweight Group C showdown against Tunisia on Saturday night at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Speaking at his pre-match press conference on Friday in Fez, the Malian tactician revealed he is torn between sticking with his possession-driven philosophy and adopting a more pragmatic, direct approach to counter the Tunisians’ quality and experience. “I cannot talk about my starting eleven, you will see at the beginning of the game. I can tell you something, now in my mind,” Chelle said.…

Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, representing Sokoto South, has called on residents of Sokoto State to remain calm following reports of United States airstrikes targeting ISIS-linked terrorists on Christmas Day. In a statement posted on his personal X account, the former Sokoto State governor said he was aware of reports concerning the airstrikes, which marked a direct US military action in Nigeria based on intelligence about ISWAP threats, and urged citizens to remain law-abiding while authorities clarify the situation.   “I have noted the reports concerning an airstrike carried out as part of ongoing counterterrorism efforts through cooperation between the federal…

Former governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose has downplayed the possibility of defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to the All Progressives Congress, APC. Fayose disclosed that he would stay in any party the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike finds himself. In an interview with TVC, the PDP chieftain pledged his loyalty to the FCT Minister. He said: “I’m a Wike person. Anywhere Wike is, that is where I am.” Despite his strong criticisms of PDP leadership in the South-West, Fayose stressed that he remains committed to the party noting that “I will never join…