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Chelsea have rejected several approaches for highly-rated defender Josh Acheampong , reinforcing the club’s determination to keep hold of one of its most promising academy graduates. The 20-year-old is regarded as a key part of Chelsea’s future plans and has reportedly been given “untouchable” status by the club. Such a designation places Acheampong among an elite group of players considered central to the Blues’ long-term project, alongside stars such as Cole Palmer, Joao Pedro and Moises Caicedo. As reported by BBC Sport on Tuesday, Chelsea’s stance is particularly noteworthy given Acheampong’s limited first-team experience. The England Under-21 international made 17…

Stock and crypto trading platform Robinhood has entered the Canadian market after closing a $180 million stock acquisition of local crypto technology company WonderFi, gaining the company’s licenses and regulatory approvals in the country.Robinhood said on Monday that the acquisition marks the platform’s entry into Canada and will see crypto exchanges Bitbuy and Coinsquare come under the company’s banner.Bitbuy and Coinsquare are among Canada’s largest crypto exchanges. WonderFi disclosed in March that the platforms generated combined revenue of $49.8 million in 2025.Johann Kerbrat, the general manager of Robinhood Crypto and International, said in a statement that WonderFi has “extensive experience…

Sullivan’s Crossing’s Morgan Kohan is addressing the potential split between Maggie and Cal after her kiss with estranged husband Liam. “It’s a huge shakeup, no matter what,” Kohan, 32, exclusively told Us Weekly about the breakup in the Monday, June 1, episode of the hit CW show. “That’s going to absolutely rattle the foundation of any relationship.” Kohan continued: “No matter how solid you are — and maybe the more solid you are — the harder it is [to work through that]. I think Cal and Maggie are meant to be so I have hope for them.” Season 3 of…

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced that the return airlift of Nigerian pilgrims from Saudi Arabia will commence on 3 June. It urged pilgrims to comply with baggage and documentation requirements to ensure a smooth and hitch-free journey home. The Head of Aviation, Operations Department of NAHCON, Habib Bello, disclosed this during a media briefing in Makkah, where he outlined preparations for the return phase of the 2026 Hajj operation. Mr Bello explained that flight schedules are determined by the airlines and approved by Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), which allocates operational slots to…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a reshuffle of four deputy governors, with the changes taking effect from 1 June. CBN disclosed the redeployment through an update on its website, showing fresh responsibilities for the four deputy governors, as the institution continues to oversee monetary policy, financial sector regulation, and other key functions of the nation’s economy. The redeployment is part of the CBN’s reforms to strengthen confidence in the financial sector, improve regulatory effectiveness, and support macroeconomic stability. Reshuffle Under the new arrangement, Muhammad Abdullahi has been moved from the Economic Policy Directorate to head the Corporate…

Media professionals have cautioned inexperienced journalists against purveying unverified news, stating that dissemination of fake news could lead to serious litigations. The stakeholders spoke to reporters in Abuja on Monday as part of activities to mark the 100 years celebration of Daily Times Newspaper. According to them, no media organization can survive political transitions, economic upheavals and technological changes if it is not committed to the ethics of journalism. Tony Amokeodo, ex-spokesperson to a former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibrahim Magu called on reporters to verify their contents from primary sources and not secondary. “Some journalists rely on…

A mild protest erupted at the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, office in Abuja on Monday as Nollywood actor and House of Representatives aspirant, Emeka Ike, voiced his dissatisfaction over the outcome of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, primary election for the Abuja Municipal Area Council, AMAC, seat. Ike, who recently declared his intention to contest for a seat in the House of Representatives, stormed the INEC office alleging irregularities in the conduct of the primary election.  DAILY POST gathered that the actor lost the party’s primaries. Addressing officials during the protest, Ike expressed anger over the electoral process, insisting that he…

Former Manchester City defender, Micah Richards, has urged Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta to sign Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez after the Gunners failed to win the UEFA Champions League this season. Speaking on ‘The Rest Is Football’ podcast, Richards insisted that Arteta needs another striker to bolster his attacking options for next season. Arsenal currently has the likes of Kai Havertz and Viktor Gyokeres, but believes bringing in Alvarez will add something different to the team’s attack. “I think they need another striker. Kai Havertz is outstanding in terms of technical ability, and Viktor Gyokeres has done well in his…

Abia State Governor Alex Otti, has commended the Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers for its efforts to increase public awareness and deepen insurance penetration across Nigeria. Otti made the commendation while receiving a delegation from the Nigerian insurance industry led by the President of the Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers, Mrs Ekeoma Ezeibe, in his office on Monday. The governor acknowledged the critical role of insurance in protecting individuals, businesses, and investments from unforeseen risks and praised the industry’s decision to engage directly with the public. He noted that effective regulation requires close interaction with the people the…

Motorists plying the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway have expressed frustration over the collapse of a section of an access ramp linking the highway to the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway bridge. The motorists told PUNCH Metro during a visit to the spot on Saturday that the development often forces drivers to slow down while navigating the area and frequently results in traffic congestion. It was further gathered that the damaged section of the ramp has remained unattended for some time. The situation is said to have worsened following recent rainfall, which has left the collapsed portion submerged in floodwater. A motorist who identified himself simply…