The Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP)’s) decision to zone its presidential campaign to the South and keep its national seat in the North is a clear victory, according to Nyesom Wike, the minister of the Federal Capital Territory, and Lere Olayinka, his senior special assistant for public communication and social media.
In a statement released on Monday, Olayinka claimed the party’s decision to not zone the South for the 2023 elections caused its electoral misfortune.
“Now that the party has realized its mistake in 2022 and has chosen to do what they said, three years later, have they not been redeemed?”
“Remember that the FCT Minister and the G-5 had urged the PDP’s national chairman to leave the area and that Senator Iyorchia Ayu, who is also from the North, must resign to make way for a National Chairman from the South, who must now be in office.”
However, Atiku and his organization supported him and he insisted on not resigning. The party’s electoral misfortune in 2023, followed by instability following the elections, was the outcome, according to Olayinka.
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The PDP’s aide added that the minister had realized his error and that it was still too late for the party to make a decision.
Has PDP not recovered from its own vomit, he asked? They are sadly aware of the truth. Take the chairmanship to the South if you want to become president, ike said. However, the PDP lost because they refused to accept the two and instead said they had to take them.
They are correcting their error in 2025 and have already made it known. However, is it not already too late, given that the only way to justify zoning is when the South ends its eight years and the North receives its presidency in 2031?
The PDP positioned the party’s presidential spot in the southern region of the nation on Monday.
Additionally, the party urged North to keep the chairmanship position.
As party leaders convened in Abuja to discuss their National Executive Council (NEC) meeting, this decision was made.
Umar Damagum has also been named as the NEC’s substantive national chairman.
Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, a former kingpin of Mexico, has admitted guilt to the charges of his decades-long involvement in the violent and infamous Sinaloa cartel and its role in the US’s drug influx, including cocaine, heroin, and fentanyl.
Zambada, the alleged co-founder of Mexico’s Sinaloa cartel, admitted guilt on Monday in federal court in Brooklyn, New York, to charges of racketeering and running a persistent criminal organization that prosecutors claimed was responsible for the import and distribution of sizable quantities of drugs.
His decades-long leadership of the Sinaloa cartel, along with Colorado’s maximum security prisoner Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman, who is currently serving a life sentence, contributed to those accusations.
In Brooklyn, New York, US law enforcement officers [Brendan McDermid/Reuters] stand outside a federal courthouse ahead of the alleged Sinaloa cartel co-founder Ismael ‘El Mayo ‘Zambada’s plea hearing on drug-trafficking charges.
After the US Justice Department announced this month that it would not seek the death penalty for him or for Rafael Caro Quintero, another septuagenarian alleged Mexican drug lord facing US charges, Zambada agreed to enter a guilty plea.
Through a Spanish-language interpreter, he said, “I recognize the serious harm that illegal drugs have caused to the people of the United States and Mexico.” I apologize for everything and accept accountability for my actions.
Zambada pleaded guilty, describing the scope of the Sinaloa operation as well as the undercover agents who established relationships with Colombian cocaine producers and oversaw the smuggling of the drug across the US and the importation of the drug by boat and plane. border with Mexico
He also acknowledged that employees of him paid bribes to Mexican military and police officers “so they could operate freely,” dating back to when the cartel was just beginning to exist.
After the plane they were traveling touched down in New Mexico and landed alongside Joaquin Guzman Lopez, one of Joaquin Guzman’s sons, in July 2024, Zambada was detained. The Guzman family lawyer has refuted the claim that Zambada’s lawyer claimed Guzman Lopez kidnapped her.
Guzman Lopez has entered a not-guilty plea to charges of trafficking in marijuana in the US. If found guilty, US prosecutors have stated that they will not seek his death.
In response to US President Donald Trump’s increasing pressure on Mexico to dismantle the country’s powerful drug organizations, Mexico sent more than 20 suspected cartel members to the US this month. Mexico has claimed that the US Justice Department has given it assurances against seeking the death penalty.
Tyler Dibling has been signed by Everton from Southampton for an initial sum of £33.5 million plus £5 million in additions.
The 19-year-old midfielder has agreed to a four-year contract that runs until June 2029.
Dibling is David Moyes’ eighth summer transfer signing.
According to the England Under-21 international, “I think it’s the ideal match because of where the club is right now.”
“The fans here are unreal, and it has a family feel, which is obvious.” It was a no-brainer to join, in my opinion, and the fit was ideal.
Dibling, who has twice won the England Under-21 caps, made his Southampton debut in August 2023.
He eventually made 44 starts for the Saints, totaling four goals, mostly as a left-footed winger on the right flank or as an attacking midfielder.
Dibling, who has chosen to wear the number 20, claimed that Moyes’ decision to play for the Merseyside club had a major impact on his decision to move there.
He continued, “I think the manager is perfect for me.”
He obviously has assisted a lot of players before who were in my position. I’ve spoken with him, and I’m confident in my choices.
My goal for the season is to score as many goals and assists as possible and contribute to the team as much as I can. We can hope to have a successful season as a team and see what happens.
According to Moyes, Dibling has “a lot of potential” and is a “talented young English player.”
Tyler expands our range of attacking options, he continued, adding that we will support him as we progress.
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Are Everton and Dibling a perfect match?
He was hailed as a generational talent and linked with a £100 million move to the top six clubs because of how much he made for Southampton during the first half of his first Premier League campaign.
After seven months, the 19-year-old has been the target of numerous unsuccessful bids before Everton finally signed him for significantly less.
So, when a young player with a high ceiling arrives, are the Toffees getting a bargain, or did Dibling overestimate things in the first half of a campaign that only yielded two Premier League goals and no assists?
First of all, the teenager’s contract has only two more years left, which means the astronomical price tag that was mentioned in January has decreased.
Dibling, who made his Premier League debut under Russell Martin’s former team in August of last year, also experienced a decline in performance in the second half of 2024-25.
This is partially due to Martin’s dismissal in December and the subsequent transition to an uber-defensive approach under Ivan Juric and Simon Rusk, both of whom are known for having unnaturalized instincts for playing.
Verónica Echegui, a talented actress, was a tribute to her after her tragic death, aged 42, and Antonio Banderas and Pedro Sánchez, the prime minister of Spain, paid tribute to her.
Antonio Banderas and Spanish PM lead tributes to Veronica Echegui after tragic death(Image: Getty Images)
Verónica Echegui, a 42-year-old actress who battled cancer, passed away suddenly at the age of 89. The My Prisoner’s Yard star, who was taken to a hospital in Madrid, passed away on Sunday, according to El Pas, a local newspaper.
Verónica is best known for her roles in Kathmandu Lullaby, Bunny and the Bell, Bunny and the Bell, Family United, You’re Killing Me Susana, and The Offering. Antonio Banderas and Pedro Sánchez, the country’s prime minister, paid tribute to the highly regarded star after her death was revealed.
Desperado actor Antonio wrote on X/ Twitter : “Today, Spanish cinema is in mourning due to the passing of Verónica Echegui. My condolences to her family and friends.”
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The actress died aged 42(Image: Getty Images)
“I was deeply shocked by the news of Verónica Echegui’s passing, an actress with enormous talent and humility who leaves us far too young,” said Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. My sincere condolences to the entire family and friends in these challenging times.
Juan Diego Botto, an Argentine actor best known for On the Fringe, expressed shock over Verónica Echegui’s passing. Our cinema suffers greatly. Her family and friends are in my thoughts.
Verónica was referred to as “an essential talent in Spanish cinema of the last 20 years,” while fans referred to her as a “legend” who was taken “too soon.”
Antonio Banderas paid tribute to the talented star(Image: AFP via Getty Images)
One fan commented, “I deeply admired you in my work in I Am Juani.” I’m shocked to learn that you’ve left today. Today is such a sad day. My sincere condolences to everyone in the family and friends. RIP”.
“The most gorgeous smile you can imagine.” Tall, amiable, and full of life. How is it possible for someone to leave us? Another user on X commented, “Fly high, dear Verónica Echegui.”
We bid farewell to the actress Verónica Echegui, a standout and courageous voice in film and television, with a personal message from La 2, a Spanish TV channel. She leaves us far too soon at the age of 42.
Verónica made her TV debut in 1983 with a few roles in Paco and Veva and A New Life. She became famous in 2006 with her lead role in Yo Soy La Juani, which earned her a Goya Award nomination for Best New Actress.
Elena Ledesma played the role of Maria Rodrguez in the 2015 Sky Atlantic psychological thriller Fortitude.
Her final TV role was in the romantic comedy Love You To Death, which was released earlier this year on Apple TV+.
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Yesterday, Amanda Holden hosted a garden party for Lisa Faulkner, John Torode, and Alan Carr. Photos from the event were shared today.
Former MasterChef host John Torode and his wife Lisa Faulkner were among the guests at a garden party hosted by Amanda Holden over the bank holiday weekend. The couple joined other celebrities at the recent gathering.
Amanda, 54, hosted a party at her home in Surrey yesterday to celebrate having renovated her garden. The Britain’s Got Talent judge has said that she had the “most amazing day” with family and friends, who included long-time pal Lisa, 53, and her husband John, 60, at the summer get together.
Lisa and John teased that they were heading out in posts on Instagram last night. They shared a photo that showed the couple dressed in matching white outfits in a living room. In his caption, John wrote on the platform yesterday: “Sunday best and so out with [Lisa] & wonderful friends.”
More recently, photos shared by Amanda showed the couple at the party itself. One photo showed Lisa and the host stood beside pals including Angela Griffin, Tamzin Outhwaite and Nicola Stephenson in the garden.
In the caption that she included in her post today, Amanda described the group as her “lovely friends.” She also wrote to followers, “My lovely friends at our Mexican garden party! more photos to come soon.
Amanda Holden (second from left) had Lisa Faulkner (left) and other pals like Nicola Stephenson (centre left), Tamzin Outhwaite (centre right) and Angela Griffin (right) over for a garden party yesterday(Image: Instagram/noholdenback)
Another photo showed the group with additional guests, including Lisa’s husband John and Amanda’s pal Alan Carr. The host wrote: “The most amazing day celebrating our finished garden […] with our beautiful friends and family.”
Lisa responded, “Such a lovely day! Thank you for a wonderful evening. John also shared the photo on his account, and he wrote, “That was so fun. Thank you, Crispy and Mandy.
Amanda has also shared additional party material. A video was included that showed the celebration. What a wonderful day, she wrote in the caption. She praised the event planners and vendors who had been involved in the event, saying “everything was purchased and paid for.”
John’s attendance at the party comes following the news last month that he would not have his contract for MasterChef renewed. Production company Banijay said that an investigation into his co-star Gregg Wallace’s behaviour by firm Lewis Silkin had “substantiated an accusation of highly offensive racist language against” John. John has however said: “I have no recollection of what I’m accused of.”
Lisa was joined by her husband John Torode (second from left) at the party hosted at Amanda’s home(Image: Instagram/lisafaulknercooks)
His wife Lisa later broke her silence after his departure from the show. In a video message, she thanked fans for their support, saying: “Hi there. I just wanted to check in and say hello. I’m here and just thank you for all your lovely comments because they really, really mean a lot. So thank you.”
The BBC had previously said: “John Torode has identified himself as having an upheld allegation of using racist language against him. This allegation, which involves an extremely offensive racist term being used in the workplace, was investigated and substantiated by the independent investigation led by the law firm, Lewis Silkin. John Torode denies the allegation.
He has stated that he does not believe the alleged incident occurred and that he does not recall any of it. Additionally, he asserts that any racial expression is completely unacceptable in any setting. This upheld finding is taken seriously by the BBC. We have already stated that we have to take action against the makers of MasterChef, Banijay UK, and that we will not tolerate any kind of racist language. The contract with MasterChef will not be renewed for John Torode.
Then, according to John, “I’m seeing and reading that I’ve been “sacked” from MasterChef and I’ve been told that I’ve been ‘sacked’ from the BBC or Banijay… I’m recollecting what I’m accused of. The inquiry couldn’t even identify the year or date that I was supposed to have said something incorrect.
“Even though events in the last few days seem to have prevented that, I had hoped that I would have some say in my departure from a show I’ve worked on since its relaunch in 2005. I’ve been thinking about my life and how it will change over the coming and future over the past few months.
My final film, Celebrity MasterChef, will feature two incredible Christmas specials and I recently filmed with Grace Dent. I’ve loved working on MasterChef every minute, but now it’s time to turn over the cutting board. For whoever ascends, I adore it as much as I do.
“I’ll watch intently from a distance as I work on a number of other exciting projects.” After 20 years of eating, my stomach will be grateful for a rest, but what a relief it has been. Life is ever-changing and ever-moving, and occasionally there were other people’s true happiness and fulfillment. I appreciate you for MasterChef’s many years.
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According to Banijay, the legal team at Lewis Silkin that concluded the allegations against Gregg Wallace also supported an accusation of offensive racism directed at John Torode, which occurred in 2018. Banijay UK and John Torode have formally discussed this matter, and Lewis Silkin has upheld the extremely serious complaint. We have come to terms with Banijay UK and the BBC about ending his MasterChef contract.
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Following the demise of the state’s entire Social Democratic Party (SDP) into the African Democratic Congress (ADC), former governor Nasir El-Rufai praised what he termed “a spirit of unity and foresight.”
At a high-level coalition meeting, he described the development as a “major realignment” in the state’s political landscape.
The meeting was presided over by El-Rufai, who brought together key stakeholders and political leaders across party lines, according to a statement from the coalition’s Publicity Secretary, Darius Kurah.
During a strategic coalition meeting on Saturday, August 23, 2025, the statement partially read, “The entire Social Democratic Party (SDP), Kaduna State chapter, has officially collapsed into the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
The statement further stated that members of the SDP State Working Committee, former commissioners, political stakeholders, and representatives from the PDP were among those present at the historic gathering, which was led by El-Rufai.
El-Rufai, who is widely regarded as one of the most powerful political figures in the North, praised the merger as a bold move to establish a formidable front ahead of upcoming political contests.
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“I have to applaud the bravery, wisdom, and foresight shown here today. He claimed that what we are seeing is more than just a coalition of party structures.
According to him, political leaders must put aside narrow interests and work together for the common good before Kaduna State can achieve progressive governance and inclusive development.
He continued, “We will sustain us tomorrow because of the spirit of unity that has brought us here today.” Politics should not be about division; it should be about providing our citizens with collective service. We must keep forming this coalition and offer a credible, people-centered, and truly progressive alternative to the people of Kaduna State.
The North-West ADC Vice Chairman, on his part, applauded the SDP’s leadership for “putting the people first” and supporting a larger political platform.
“Kaduna politics have a new dawn,” the statement read. The SDP leadership’s courage to align with the ADC demonstrates a vision and commitment to offer our citizens credible alternatives. We are gathering not just to bolster politics, but to rekindle confidence in the government, Sani said.
In accordance with Patrick Ambut, the leader of the Kaduna State ADC, who formally welcomed the defectors into “the ADC family,” promising that the new members would be fully integrated into the party’s structures and activities.
El-Rufai’s claim that its entire structure had collapsed into the ADC has been quickly refuted by the Social Democratic Party’s Kaduna State chapter.
El-Rufai’s claim was “spurious, misleading, and politically mischievous,” the SDP claimed in a statement signed by its State Chairman, Adamu Idris, on Monday in Kaduna.
He claimed that the SDP remained in Kaduna and had no intention of dissolving into the coalition led by the former governor, contrary to El-Rufai’s claim.
The former governor was charged by the SDP chairman with trying to create division within the organization for political gain.
He claimed that “His brief but significant stay in our party was marked by division and crisis.” Peace has returned since his departure, and the party has been positioned for avowed opposition politics.
The SDP is “committed to democracy, good governance, and the protection of the Nigerian people’s true interests. We won’t allow our vision to be stifled by the antics of individuals with storied track records.  ,
