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  Trump: US has no view on Palestinian statehood… but we’ll get them money for food by Claire Mom US President Donald Trump says his country has no view on the recognition of Palestine as a state. Trump’s remarks follow recent declarations from France and the United Kingdom (UK)—both close US allies and members of NATO and the G7—in support of recognising Palestinian statehood. Asked for his stance on the matter, Trump said he “never discussed” the issue of Palestinian statehood while with Starmer. Both leaders met in Scotland on Monday. “We [the US] have no view on that,” Trump said. “We’re going to get a lot of money to the area, so they get some food,” he added, referring to alleviating the record hunger levels in Gaza. “He [Starmer]’s going to also,” he said. “I think the European Union is going to put up money for food. Hopefully, it’s going to be properly distributed.” Trump said he believes a “case could be made” that recognition of a Palestinian state is akin to “rewarding...

  Presidency Welcomes Dangote Refinery’s 4,000 CNG Trucks …says it’s a milestone to gas-powered transport in Nigeria. The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) has welcomed the Dangote Refinery’s fuel distribution plan that will see it deploying 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) trucks across Nigeria. Speaking to newsmen on the sideline of the just concluded West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) in Abuja, Commercial Coordinator, Tosin Coker, said: “This is a landmark development, and a bold vote of confidence in Nigeria’s gas-powered transportation future. “Dangote Group’s decision to acquire 4,000 CNG trucks is not just significant in scale, it is also deeply strategic. It sends a powerful signal to the market that CNG is no longer a future aspiration but a present-day solution to energy cost, emissions, and supply chain risks. PCNGI welcomes this development and views it as a defining milestone in our effort to mainstream gas-powered transport in Nigeria.” Mr. Coke...

  STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES SUPER FALCONS ON WAFCON VICTORY President Bola Tinubu congratulates the Super Falcons of Nigeria on their victory at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, securing their record 10th continental title. President Tinubu says, "The Super Falcons' spectacular performance tonight in Rabat, coming from behind to beat a spirited Moroccan side playing in front of a passionate home crowd, exemplifies the determination that defines the Nigerian spirit." "With hard work, dedication, and tenacity, you have achieved the mission the nation dreamed of and prayed for. The nation looks forward to welcoming our champions. Congratulations! Nigeria celebrates you." Bayo Onanuga Special Adviser to the President, Information and Strategy July 26, 2025

  Historic run: Timeline of 10 WAFCON Super Falcons’ triumphs - By Makua Ubanagu. The Super Falcons of Nigeria have etched their name in African football history, securing their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title with a thrilling 3–2 victory over Morocco in 2024. This latest triumph adds to an illustrious record that spans three decades, showcasing Nigeria’s unmatched dominance in women’s football on the continent. PUNCH Online highlights a timeline of the Super Falcons’ remarkable WAFCON feats, culminating in their most recent championship. 1994 Nigeria claimed their first WAFCON title in 1994, setting the foundation for their legacy. The Super Falcons’ inaugural victory marked the beginning of an era, with the team displaying skill and determination that would define their future campaigns. 2000 The Super Falcons continued their ascent in 2000, capturing their second WAFCON title. The victory solidified Nigeria’s status as a powerhouse, with the team’s cohesive play and att...

PICTORIAL: Oluremi Tinubu celebrates Super Falcons’ historic WAFCON win PICTORIAL: Oluremi Tinubu celebrates Super Falcons’ historic WAFCON win By Olugbenga Ige. First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, on Saturday, joined millions of Nigerians in celebrating the Super Falcons’ victory at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations finals. The Nigerian team staged a dramatic comeback on Saturday night in Rabat, Morocco, defeating the hosts 3-2 in front of a passionate home crowd to lift the trophy. Mrs Tinubu shared photos of herself rejoicing after the final whistle. Her celebration mirrored the nationwide excitement following the Falcons’ remarkable feat. In a post via her X handle, Mrs Tinubu described the landmark victory as remarkable and commendable. She stated that the victory is not just another trophy but a testament to your hard work, consistency, and the indomitable Nigerian spirit. She wrote, “I celebrate you,our beautiful and lovely Super Falcons for the landmark victory of your 10th Women’s...

  Nigeria’s triumphant run at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) was crowned with not just a record-extending 10th title, but also individual awards for two of the team’s key stars: Rasheedat Ajibade and Chiamaka Nnadozie. The Super Falcons staged a stunning comeback on Saturday night in Rabat, Morocco, defeating the host nation 3-2 in a gripping final to maintain their perfect record in WAFCON finals. It was a night of celebration not just for the team, but for its leaders on the pitch. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade, who delivered consistent, inspirational performances throughout the tournament, was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the competition. The dynamic winger was pivotal in Nigeria’s path to the final, earning Woman of the Match honors in three of their six games. Her skill, leadership, and tenacity embodied the spirit of a team that refused to give up, even when trailing by two goals at halftime in the final. In goal, Chiamaka Nnadozie stood tall. The 23-y...

  2027 presidency: Jonathan North’s best choice, not Peter Obi — PDP ​chieftain Umar Sani By Ifreke Inyang. A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Umar Sani, has claimed Northern Nigeria would prefer former President Goodluck Jonathan to emerge as the party’s presidential candidate rather than Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party. Sani stated this on Saturday while speaking on Trust TV’s Daily Politics. He was reacting to speculation that the PDP is courting Obi and considering the potential return of Jonathan to the 2027 presidential race. According to Sani, even though Obi’s integrity speaks for him, the PDP and the North should support Jonathan, who, by law, cannot serve for more than four years, than to have Obi, who is only bound by his words. Sani, who was the media aide to former Vice President Namadi Sambo, said, “Between somebody making a promise and somebody who is compelled by the law that he must leave, which one will you take? “H...

  Osun must refund seven month’s LG allocations, AGF tells S’Court: By Deborah Musa. The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has urged the Supreme Court to compel Osun State Government to refund seven months’ local government allocations to the Minister of Finance. The request was contained in a response filed through Fagbemi’s counsel, Chief Akin Olujimi SAN, to a suit instituted by the government via its attorney general. Osun had sued the AGF as the sole defendant, alleging that the Federal Government failed to release the statutory allocation due to its 30 local government councils for March 2025. In the suit marked SC/CV/379/2025, the state government claimed that whenit queried the Ministry of Finance over the unpaid allocation, the Minister of Finance, Wale Odun, allegedly said he was acting under the AGF’s directive. However, the AGF denied the claim, challenging the legitimacy of the suit, accusing the state government of contempt fo...

⚡ TESLA FACES LOSING BILLIONS AFTER TRUMP-MUSK FALLOUT By Egin Ibi Auto News Desk | July 22, 2025 In a dramatic turn of events that could shake up the electric vehicle (EV) industry, Tesla Inc. is facing the risk of losing billions of dollars in market value after a sudden and unexpected fallout between former U.S. President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk. The once-amicable relationship between the two billionaires took a sharp nosedive after what insiders described as a “heated disagreement” over policy promises, factory incentives, and political endorsements. According to reports, Musk, who had maintained a pragmatic approach in engaging both Democratic and Republican leaders for Tesla's business interests, is now finding himself at odds with Trump's increasingly nationalistic and oil-favored agenda. 🚨 The Fallout: What Went Wrong? Sources close to both camps allege that the fallout was triggered by a closed-door conversation, where Trump criticized Musk's o...

By-election: Parties pick candidates in Edo, Oyo, Zamfara. Reported by: Osagie Otabor, Akure. The major political parties have elected their candidates for the by-election in Edo, Oyo, and Zamfara states on August 16. In Edo State, the Labour Party (LP) elected Paul Okojie as its candidate to fill the vacant Edo Central Senatorial District seat in the National Assembly. Okojie was affirmed as the party’s candidate in a voice vote by the party’s delegates. The seat was previously occupied by Governor Monday Okpebholo. Also in Edo State, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has elected a former Commissioner for Agriculture, Mr. Joe Okojie, as its candidate for the by-election. A statement yesterday in Benin, the state capital, by the party’s Caretaker Committee’s Publicity Secretary, Mr. Chris Nehikhare, announced Okojie’s election. The PDP has picked Mr. Johnny Ikponmwosa Aikpitanyin as its candidate for Ovia Federal Constituency, while the All Progressives Congress (APC) elected Omosede ...

States fail to utilise accessed N250 billion UBEC cash!!!! by Frank Ikpefan, Abuja N92b were shared between January and June. State governments have retained N250 billion Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) funds they accessed instead of utilising the resources to develop basic education. Executive Secretary Dr Aisha Garba disclosed the twist to the UBEC arrangement yesterday at a financial management training programme in Abuja. The most common issue with the UBEC fund was the failure of states to provide counterpart funding to enable them to access it. Dr. Garba, represented by Deputy Executive Secretary (Technical), Razaq Akinyemi, said: “The basic challenge remains not only accessing the remaining UBE Intervention Fund, but importantly, the slow utilisation of the Fund with over N250 billion still being retained as unutilised in the coffers of the 36 SUBEBS & FCT-UBEB as at today.” UBEC is funded as a first-line charge from the collectable education tax and other sour...

COMMUNIQUE ISSUED AT THE END OF OSUN STATE PDP LEADERSHIP CAUCUS MEETING HELD AT THE GOVERNMENT HOUSE, OSOGBO TODAY JULY 21, 2025 Following extensive consultations, debates, surveys, opinion sampling from traditional rulers, community leaders, civil servants, retirees, religious leaders, market men and women, interactions with members of the PDP and the general public across major towns and villages in Osun State, on issues pertaining to recent political developments in the state, the Leadership Caucus of Osun PDP hereby reviewed as follows: A. That all politics is local, and as such, the feelings and aspirations of voters and party members are critical to decisions on party affiliations; B. That the majority of the members of the APC in Osun State are opposed to the idea of the defection of Governor Adeleke to the APC, which did not originate from the governor in the first instance. Some APC leaders based on entrenched interests have demonstrated hostility and resentment towards Go...