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Democracy Is Dying In Nigeria – Peter Obi Cries Out

Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate has cried out that Nigeria’s democracy is failing.
According to him, the country is not practising true democracy, and the citizens are not getting the expected benefits from the government.
Obi noted that Nigeria’s democracy lacks accountability and does not prioritize service to the people.
The former Anambra State Governor added that democracy is dying in Nigeria and has become merely a process for the political elite to gain power and access public resources for personal and family gain.
Speaking in a statement released via his 𝕏 account on Wednesday after participating in an international Conference in Accra, Ghana, organised by the 2025 Goodluck Jonathan Foundation Annual Democracy Dialogue, Peter Obi said, despite the situation, a new Nigeria is still possible.
The former presidential candidate urged Nigerians to vote only for credible individuals.
He wrote, “Today, 17th September, I participated in an international Conference in Accra, Ghana, organised by the 2025 Goodluck Jonathan Foundation Annual Democracy Dialogue with the theme “What Makes Democracy Die?”
 
“Democracy is fundamentally about accountability, prioritising service to the people, ensuring security, providing education and healthcare, and lifting people out of poverty.
 
“Democracy dies when it ceases to be accountable to the people and when it no longer prioritises their needs.
 
“Nigeria is a typical example of where democracy is dying because it no longer serves the needs of the people and is no longer accountable to them.
 
“In Nigeria, democracy has become a process of elite state capture, granting access to public resources for personal and family interests.
 
“To reverse this situation, Nigerians must take democracy and elections seriously by ensuring that only people with competence, capacity, character, compassion, and commitment to service are elected.
 
“A new Nigeria is possible.”
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Super Eagles Slip To 45th Position In Latest FIFA Ranking

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have slipped one place in the latest FIFA men’s world rankings released on Thursday.

Previously ranked 44th, the three-time African champions now sit in 45th position in the world.

The Super Eagles also dropped to sixth position in Africa.

The Atlas Lions of Morocco are the highest ranked African team (11th position).

Terangha Lions of Senegal, Pharaohs of Egypt, Desert Foxes of Algeria, and Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire complete the top five African teams on the ranking.

The Super Eagles were in action recently in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa.

Eric Chelle’s side defeated the Amavubi 1-0 in Uyo, and held Bafana Bafana to a 1-1 draw in Bloemfontein.

European champions, Spain replace Argentina at the top of the ranking, ending the South American’s two-year reign.

Slovakia are the biggest risers, climbing 10 places.

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Woli Agba Thanks God After Surviving Car Fire Incident

Comedian Ayobami Ajewole, popularly known as Woli Agba, has expressed thanks to God for saving him from a car accident involving fire.
He took to his Instagram page on Wednesday to thank God.
The actor explained that the ordeal began on Saturday after he had a burst tyre while driving on the highway.
He said: “So I had an event on Saturday, after escaping the accident from the bursted tyre while on the highway. I fortunately got another car that I took to the venue right on the spot of the accident.
 
“Arriving the venue, I was changing my outfit in the car not knowing the TANK of the CAR that contains fuel up to the half of the tank already caught fire.
 
“This is my testimony, I can’t explain how and where the fuel passed that the car did not explode while I was inside the car despite the fact that there was physical fire that everyone was trying to put out after I highlighted from the car and they discovered.
 
“When there was no more options… they decided to push the car out of the event centre so the burning won’t affect other cars. While they abandoned the car expecting it to explode, another man no one could describe came with an industrial fire extinguisher, quenched the fire all by himself and left.”
 
“When God decides to save, even rules are suspended… I was sitting inside the fire that could have ended a Season of The Prophet with the oil of Gladness. TO GOD ALONE BE ALL THE GLORY FOREVER!!!”
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Singer Portable Lambasted For Saying He Will Endorse Whoever Buys Him Off With Money in 2027 Election (Video)

Nigerians have taken to social media to lambast controversial singer, Portable after he said he will sell his vote in the coming election.
It all began after the singer asked his fans if they have collected their voters card then proceeded to reveal that whoever pays him is the person he will endorse in the 2027 election.
“Anybody wey give me money na who I go follow. Anybody wey fit help our life,” the singer said.
He added in Yoruba: “If APC brings money first, APC  owns me. If PDP brings money first, I will collect. Even if it’s  Peter Obi that pays first, I’ll tell my fans to follow him; to vote for him.” 
He stated that he cannot support anyone while going hungry.
 
“Vote for anybody wey you like, vote for your helper, vote for who give you money,” he concluded.
His statement has sparked backlash, with many reminding him that he is a public figure who should lead by example.
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No Investor Will Risk Money Where Govt Functionary Dictates Court Rulings – Goodluck Jonathan

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has cautioned that investors will shy away from committing resources to any economy where the judiciary is compromised and manipulated by political influence.

Jonathan made the remarks on Wednesday at the Democracy Dialogue of the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation in Accra, Ghana.

He stressed that judicial independence is crucial to building a stable and trustworthy business environment.

“It affects everybody. For example, no businessman can bring his money to invest in a country where the judiciary is compromised, where a government functionary can dictate to judges what judgment they will give. No man brings his money to invest in that economy because they are taking a big risk,” he said.

Jonathan added that for Nigeria to secure its future, leaders must uphold justice and fairness irrespective of personal or political interests.

“If we must build a nation for our children and grandchildren, no matter how painful it is, we must strive to do what is right,” he said.

Also speaking at the event, Bishop Mathew Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto praised Jonathan’s 2015 concession of defeat as a turning point for Nigeria’s democracy. He cautioned the former president to be wary of political actors seeking to use him for their own agenda ahead of the 2027 elections.

Quoting General Theophilus Danjuma, Kukah said: “The voice of the devil is not so far from the voice of God. Listen carefully to those who want to use you as an instrument for the elongation of their interests, and not your interests or the interests of Nigeria.”

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Arteta hails Martinelli’s instant impact in Bilbao

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has praised Gabriel Martinelli after the forward came off the bench to score within seconds of his introduction during the Gunners’ 2-0 Champions League win over Athletic Club on Tuesday night.

The Brazilian found the net just 36 seconds after entering the pitch, becoming Arsenal’s fastest-ever substitute goalscorer in the competition.

His strike, along with Leandro Trossard’s late effort, ensured the Premier League side began their European campaign with maximum points at San Mames.

Substitutes make the difference

Arteta opted to start with summer arrivals Viktor Gyokeres, Eberechi Eze, and Noni Madueke in attack, but it was the substitutes who proved decisive.

Martinelli opened the scoring in the 72nd minute before turning provider for Trossard’s goal, as the pair combined twice to secure victory.

Speaking after the match, Arteta explained that he sensed Martinelli was ready to make an immediate impact.

“I looked on the bench, I looked at him, and in his eyes I could see that he [Martinelli] was ready, Leo as well,” the Spaniard said.

“That’s going to help us a lot for the future, it is going to dictate the quality of our season. The finishers are going to be more important this year than the starters. I love it. That’s the attitude I need from all of us.”

History made in Champions League

Martinelli’s strike not only broke the deadlock but also set a club record, while he and Trossard became the first Arsenal pair to assist each other’s goals as substitutes in the Champions League.

Arteta admitted that leaving players out of his starting lineup remains a difficult task, especially in such a prestigious competition.

“It’s always very difficult emotionally to leave players out. I know how much they want to play in this competition and what it means to them.

“Every time you do a line-up, you are disappointing a lot of players. It hurts me,” he added.

Arsenal now shift focus to domestic matters, returning to the Emirates for a Premier League clash against Manchester City on Sunday.

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UCL: Kane double sinks Chelsea in Munich

Harry Kane scored twice to inspire Bayern Munich to a 3-1 win over Chelsea in their Champions League group stage opener, though the visitors left Germany frustrated after the hosts escaped a potential red card.

Chelsea, returning to the competition after a two-year absence, made a bright start but defensive lapses and wastefulness in front of goal proved costly against a Bayern side unbeaten at home in the group stages since 2013.

Early promise undone by errors

Enzo Maresca’s side had some good time in the first half and could have gone ahead through Enzo Fernández, who miscued from close range after good work by Cole Palmer.

But Bayern struck first when Michael Olise’s cross was deflected into his own net by Trevoh Chalobah.

Moises Caicedo then fouled Kane inside the box, gifting the England striker his 94th Bayern goal in 102 appearances.

Chelsea responded quickly, Palmer combining with Malo Gusto before firing a superb equaliser into the top corner.

Kane decisive after the break

Bayern pressed aggressively in the second half and Robert Sánchez made key saves to deny Kane and Olise.

The breakthrough arrived once more when a Chelsea turnover allowed Kane to collect a loose ball in the area and finish low into the corner for his second of the night.

The strike took Kane’s career tally against Chelsea into double figures.

Chelsea’s frustrations grow

Chelsea thought they had reduced the deficit late on when Palmer converted from Andrey Santos’ pass, but the goal was ruled out for offside.

The Blues were also incensed when Bayern’s Jonathan Tah avoided a second booking for hauling back Joao Pedro, with Maresca shown a yellow card for protesting.

Despite positive spells, Chelsea’s defensive errors and missed chances left them with little to show on their Champions League return.

Bayern, meanwhile, extended their formidable home record and made a strong statement of intent the opening group stage game.

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Salah breaks Champions League record in Atletico victory

Mohamed Salah sealed his legendary status at Liverpool by setting a unique Champions League record during the Reds’ thrilling 3-2 win over Atletico Madrid at Anfield.

The Egyptian forward produced both a goal and an assist inside the opening six minutes, a feat never before achieved by a player representing an English club in Europe’s elite competition.

Andy Robertson, restored to the starting lineup, bundled home Salah’s free-kick for the first goal.

Two minutes later, Salah, through his trademark brilliance, weaving past defenders to finish clinically from Ryan Gravenberch’s pass.

Historic milestones for Salah

Salah’s strike was more than just a decisive contribution on the night. It marked his 250th goal in English football, a tally that includes two during his brief Chelsea spell before his Anfield career flourished.

In addition, his appearance against Atletico was his 74th in the Champions League for Liverpool, surpassing Steven Gerrard’s record of 73.

Only Jamie Carragher, with 80, now stands ahead in the club’s European appearance charts.

Beyond Salah’s individual exploits, Liverpool’s sharp start against Atletico offered encouragement for manager Arne Slot, whose new-look squad has yet to fully gel.

The visitors grew into the contest and forced Liverpool into defensive work, but the hosts held firm to secure another dramatic win under the Anfield lights.

Focus turns to Merseyside derby

Attention now shifts to domestic duties, with Everton visiting Anfield on Saturday.

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How My Song Helped Someone at Psychiatric Home Out of Depression – Vector

Nigerian singer and rapper, Vector Tha Viper, has revealed how his hit song with Goodgirl LA, ‘Early Momo,’ helped someone out of depression.
According to him, the individual at a psychiatric home listened to his song and was able to come out of depression.
The ‘King Kong’ crooner made the claim while speaking about the impact of conscious music in a recent episode of The Honest Bunch podcast.
He explained that musical success should be beyond charts, and focused on impacts on the lives of listeners.
“I can tell when people are going through a tough time because certain records come up on streams. Like the record with Seyi Vibez, ‘Mercy.’ When it pops up, you will know that people have started overthinking. And that is what music should really be. It should be spread across in such a way that whatever people are going through, they find the music to fit that purpose.
 
“Now, how do you say that is not successful because that’s not the chart? I released Early Momo and I got a message from a psychiatric home that said it helped somebody that was depressed… That’s a successful moment in somebody else’s life that I didn’t even intend to. So, success has different definitions,” Vector explained.
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I Am Not Joining ADC – Governor Adeleke Debunks Defection Rumours

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun state has debunked claims that he’s planning to join the African Democratic Congress, ADC.
He made the clarification in a statement released on Wednesday by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed.
He maintained that he is staying in the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, adding that some people, who are scared of his popularity, were behind the rumour to confuse the populace.
The governor also reiterated his decision to contest the 2026 governorship election in the PDP, stressing that the party is already mobilising to ensure that his re-election becomes reality.
He called on the public to disregard the speculations.
“Our attention has been drawn to a report that Governor Ademola Adeleke is planning to join the African Democratic Congress, ADC.
 
“The report is not only untrue but a calculated attempt by those afraid of the Governor’s soaring acceptability to create confusions and uncertainty in the minds of the people of Osun state.
 
“We want to reiterate for the umpteenth time that Governor Adeleke remains committed to the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and has no plan whatsoever to join the ADC or any party for that matter,” the statement said.

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