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2027: 32 Govs, over 8,000 Delegates, Set For APC National Convention

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No fewer than 8,433 delegates are expected to participate in the 2026 national convention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at Eagle Square, Abuja.They will be led by President Bola Tinubu, 31 governors, and members of his cabinet.

 

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this at a meeting with journalists at the Transcorp Hilton in Abuja to unveil plans and expectations for the upcoming event, scheduled for March 27 and 28.

Idris, who serves as Co-Chairman of the convention’s Media and Publicity Committee, outlined readiness, logistics, and the party’s democratic messaging ahead of the event.

He called on members of the committee to work together in unity to ensure effective communication and successful delivery of the convention.

“A lot of sacrifice is expected from all, in line with the party’s vision for a united and disciplined approach to communicating to Nigerians,” he said.

The minister reminded members that the APC must continue to uphold strong internal democratic values.

“As party members, we must reflect a significant attribute of our president,” Idris said.

He added that the forthcoming convention represented an important milestone for the party as it continues to strengthen its internal structures and democratic processes.

Already, the party has confirmed it will adopt a consensus approach for selecting national leaders during the convention.

Assistant Secretary for Media and Publicity, Mary Ikoku, who disclosed the plan on Wednesday on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, added that the party has not yet decided how elective positions during primaries will be handled, noting that decisions may vary with local political dynamics.

The meeting on Thursday had governors, the leadership of its 2026 National Convention Central Coordination Committee, with its chairman and vice chairman, among other stakeholders.

The event also had in attendance the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo; the Minister of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa; Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga; and the Special Adviser on Public Communication and Orientation, Sunday Dare.

The convention will allow APC members to choose national executives who will pilot the affairs of the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The new national officers would be expected to conduct the party primaries that will produce candidates for the presidential, governorship, House of Assembly, and National Assembly elections.

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School Strike ‘Calculated’ Assault By US – Iran

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In a video address to the United Nations Human Rights Council, Abbas Araghchi slammed the “calculated, phased assault” on an elementary school “in the city of Minab, south of Iran, where more than 175 students and teachers were slaughtered in cold blood”.

The attack happened on February 28, the day the United States and Israel launched the war with attacks across Iran, with Tehran in turn striking targets in Israel and Gulf nations.

A US Tomahawk cruise missile hit the school due to a targeting mistake, according to the preliminary findings of a US military investigation reported by The New York Times.

The Times said the US military was bombing an adjacent Iranian base of which the school building was formerly a part and target coordinates were set using outdated data.

President Donald Trump intially suggested that Iran itself may have been responsible — despite Iran not having Tomahawk missiles.

Speaking during an urgent council debate focused on the February 28 strike, Araghchi stressed that “at a time when the American-Israeli aggressors, in their own assertions, possess the most advanced technologies, and the highest-precision military and data systems, no one can believe that the attack on the school was anything other than deliberate and intentional”.

The strike, he said, “was a war crime and a crime against humanity, one that demands unequivocal condemnation by all and unambiguous accountability for the culprits”

“This atrocity cannot be justified, cannot be concealed, and must not be met with silence and indifference,” the minister said.

The attack, he insisted, “was not a mere ‘incident’ nor a ‘miscalculation’.”

“The United States’ contradictory remarks aimed at justifying their crime could not, in any manner, elude their responsibility,” he said.

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Osimhen Considers Arm Protective Gear Ahead of Return

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Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen is expected to wear an arm guard upon his return following surgery for a fracture.

 

The 27-year-old forward suffered a hand fracture following a collision with Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté during their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash last week.

Following the incident, Osimhen underwent surgery earlier this week, with his recovery projected to take about six weeks. While he is expected to return to the pitch towards the end of the season, he may need to wear special protective gear on the arm.

Turkish journalist Arda Özkurt revealed this via Winner Galatasary

“If Victor Osimhen’s treatment process progresses as planned, he can wear the jersey with a special protective splint if needed,” Özkurt was quoted.

The striker already wears a protective mask on his eyes, which has become symbolic following a cheekbone surgery in 2021. This specialised device is designed to immobilise the forearm and wrist to support the bone during the healing process. It reduces pain and prevents further damage by restricting unnecessary movement, typically featuring adjustable straps for compression and breathable padding for comfort.

Turkish media reports suggest the Super Eagles striker could return in time for the Istanbul derby against Fenerbahçe on April 26 at the earliest, depending on the progress of his rehabilitation. If he returns later than expected, he would likely feature only in the final two league matches—against Antalyaspor at home and Kasımpaşa away.

Osimhen will also hope the club progresses to the final of the Turkish Cup, where they are currently in the quarter-finals with a match-up against Gençlerbirliği.

The forward has tallied 19 goals and seven assists in 29 appearances this season, powering Galatasaray to a four-point advantage in the league, while also contributing seven goals and three assists in 10 UEFA Champions League games before their exit.

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Cristiano Ronaldo Set to Join Elite List of Oldest World Cup Players

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As the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America draws closer, football’s ultimate evergreen superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo, is set to etch his name among the oldest players ever to grace the tournament, continuing a legacy of age-defying performances that have defined the competition’s rich history.

 

Ronaldo, who turned 41 on 5 February 2026, has repeatedly confirmed that this summer’s tournament will be his sixth and final World Cup appearance. The Portugal captain, still playing club football for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, has made it clear he intends to lead his nation one last time on the global stage.

Here are  some of the world’s oldest players in World Cup history who have graced the global showpiece:

Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal, Forward) — 41 years (2026)

Essam El Hadary (Egypt, Goalkeeper) — 45 years (2018 vs Saudi Arabia)

Faryd Mondragón (Colombia, Goalkeeper) — 43 years (2014 vs Japan)

Roger Milla (Cameroon, Forward) — 42 years (1994 vs Russia)

Pat Jennings (Northern Ireland, Goalkeeper) — 41 years (1986 vs Brazil)

Peter Shilton (England, Goalkeeper) — 40 years (1990 vs Italy)

Dino Zoff (Italy, Goalkeeper) — 40 years (1982 vs West Germany, final)

Ali Boumnijel (Tunisia, Goalkeeper) — 40 years (2006 vs Ukraine)

Jim Leighton (Scotland, Goalkeeper) — 39 years (1998 vs Morocco)

Ronaldo’s participation in the 2026 World Cup will not only underline his extraordinary longevity at the top of the game but also place him among an elite group of players whose careers have spanned multiple decades and multiple tournaments.

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