Evening recap: Aide disputes Obi’s claim as godfather to Soludo’s children, Umahi says no rainbow coalition in Ebonyi, other top stories - Punch Newspapers
The media aide to Anambra State First Lady Dr Nonye Soludo has disputed former governor Peter Obi’s claim that he and his wife are godparents to Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s children. The Lagos State Task Force has denied stopping a driver over a vehicle inscription or demanding a permit for the marking. The Delta State governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Chris Iyovwaye, has rejected the endorsement of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as the sole candidate of the Urhobo Nation for the 2027 election. Minister of Works David Umahi has declared that there is no rainbow coalition in Ebonyi State, insisting the state remains aligned with the All Progressives Congress. Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila has said the Nigerian Police, DSS and ICPC cleared him of allegations of wrongdoing after investigations. Cristiano Ronaldo has extended his record as Europe’s most-capped men’s international player, reaching 234 appearances for Portugal. And former President Goodluck Jonathan, the Olu of Warri and other dignitaries have attended the coronation of King Charles Douglas Jaja as the new Amanyanabo of Opobo Kingdom in Rivers State. Here is a recap of the major stories making headlines this evening. 1 Peter Obi not godfather to Soludo’s children — First Lady’s aide See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google Daniel Ezeigwe said Obi is not a godfather to any of the Soludos’ children. He clarified that Dr Nonye Soludo is the confirmation godmother to Obi’s daughter, while Mrs Margaret Obi is the baptismal godmother to one of Soludo’s daughters. Read full story: https://punchng.com/peter-obi-not-godfather-to-soludos-children-first-ladys-aide/ 2 Lagos Task Force denies stopping driver over vehicle inscription The agency said it was not responsible for the incident involving a Toyota Tacoma with a “TRD 4×4 Sport Tacoma” marking. It stated that requesting permits for vehicle inscriptions is outside its mandate and that it no longer enforces traffic-related offences. Read full story: https://punchng.com/lagos-task-force-denies-stopping-driver-over-vehicle-inscription/ 3. 2027: Delta NDC gov candidate rejects monarchs’ endorsement of Oborevwori 2027: NDC chairmen reject Obi-Kwankwaso structures 2027: From failed promises to fresh campaign pledges Delta pledges justice after civil servant dies at work Chris Iyovwaye said an endorsement by Urhobo traditional rulers cannot override the constitutional right of Deltans to choose their governor through the ballot. He vowed to continue campaigning and would not step down from the race. Read full story: https://punchng.com/2027-delta-ndc-gov-candidate-rejects-monarchs-endorsement-of-oborevwori/ 4 No rainbow coalition in Ebonyi, Umahi declares The Minister of Works said if Wike has candidates in the state, he has not been informed, and there is no such coalition. Umahi reaffirmed his support for President Tinubu and warned against hate speech during campaigns. Read full story: https://punchng.com/no-rainbow-coalition-in-ebonyi-umahi-declares/ 5. Police, DSS, ICPC cleared me of allegations — Gbajabiamila The Chief of Staff said the investigative reports clearing him are in the public domain. He thanked President Tinubu for insisting on due process and announced a ₦1.15bn empowerment programme for about 5,000 beneficiaries in Surulere. Read full story: https://punchng.com/police-dss-icpc-cleared-me-of-allegations-gbajabiamila/ 6 FULL LIST: Ronaldo extends record as Europe’s most-capped international, 14 others The 41-year-old reached 234 caps after Portugal’s 1-0 win over Wales in the UEFA Nations League. Luka Modrić sits second with 202 appearances, followed by Sergio Ramos on 180. Read full story: https://punchng.com/full-list-ronaldo-extends-record-as-europes-most-capped-international-14-others/ 7 Jonathan, Olu of Warri, others attend new Opobo king’s coronation Former President Goodluck Jonathan and his wife, Rivers Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu, the Igwe of Onitsha and the Olu of Warri were among those present as King Charles Douglas Jaja was crowned Amanyanabo of Opobo Kingdom. Read full story: https://punchng.com/jonathan-olu-of-warri-others-attend-new-opobo-kings-coronation/ Fawzi Kehinde Fawzi is a journalist and subeditor covering a wide range of beats including politics, metro, and international news, among others. He also optimises stories for digital audiences.
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