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APC first-term govs back Tinubu’s economic reforms, express concern over insecurity

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July 7, 2026

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Governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, for their first term have backed the economic reforms of President Bola Tinubu while expressing concern over the country’s security challenges.

The position was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the APC first-term governors’ meeting held on Tuesday in Kebbi State.

The communiqué was presented by the Governor of Kebbi State, Nasir Idris, on behalf of the governors.

The governors acknowledged the economic challenges facing Nigerians but said they believed the ongoing reforms were necessary to address the country’s fiscal, security and development challenges.

They said the reforms were aimed at stabilising the economy, restoring public finances, attracting investment, improving productivity and laying the foundation for long-term economic growth.

The governors also called on Nigerians to remain united and support the implementation of the reforms while urging governments at all levels to strengthen relief measures and social protection programmes for vulnerable citizens.

On security, they expressed concern over persistent insecurity, including terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, attacks on schools and other violent crimes across parts of the country.

They pledged to strengthen collaboration with the Federal Government, security agencies, traditional institutions and local communities to improve security and protect lives and property.

The governors also condemned the abduction of children, attacks on schools and the killing of innocent citizens, calling for intensified efforts to rescue victims and prosecute those responsible.

The communiqué further expressed concern over reported attacks and killings involving Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa, condemning xenophobia and urging the South African authorities to investigate the incidents and ensure the protection of foreign nationals.

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NPFL: Kano Pillars edge Tornadoes, Plateau United secure first win

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September 7, 2026

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Kano Pillars defeated Niger Tornadoes 3-2 in a thrilling Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday two encounter at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Sunday.

The hosts scored twice in the first half through Ubong Friday and Fabian Nworie.

Nworie scored his second and Kano Pillars’ third nine minutes after the break.

Niger Tornadoes scored twice through Godfrey Joseph and Wasiu Jimoh but were unable to find the equaliser.

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“I Just Want to Keep Scoring” — Noah Abolaji Salaudeen Hits Third Straight Hat-Trick in Lithuania

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September 7, 2026

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Nigerian striker Noah Abolaji Salaudeen is enjoying an extraordinary goalscoring run in Lithuania, producing another sensational display with a hat-trick in a thrilling 6–3 victory.

The latest treble takes Noah’s remarkable run to three consecutive hat-tricks, further underlining his consistency and growing reputation as one of the most prolific forwards in his competition.

The match was anything but straightforward.

Noah’s team opened the scoring through Nedas, but the opposition quickly responded with an equaliser. The Nigerian striker then had an opportunity to put his side back in front after winning a penalty when he was fouled by the goalkeeper inside the box.

Following a lengthy six-minute delay before the spot-kick was taken, Noah unfortunately missed from the penalty spot.

But rather than allowing the setback to affect him, the forward responded almost immediately.

Noah raced beyond the goalkeeper and defender before brilliantly setting up Matas, who restored his team’s advantage at 2–1.

The opposition levelled again before half-time, sending both teams into the break at 2–2.

After the interval, however, Noah took control.

The Nigerian striker gave his team the lead once again with a powerful header, before adding another goal to make it 4–2 after receiving an assist from Lukas Tatarunas.

Ignas then added a fifth before the opposition pulled one back to reduce the deficit to 5–3.

With the game still requiring a final decisive moment, Noah completed his hat-trick in style, finishing from an assist by Nedas to seal the impressive 6–3 victory.

Speaking after another extraordinary outing, Noah said:

“Missing the penalty was disappointing, but I knew I had to stay focused and help the team. I’m happy I was able to respond with goals and an assist. I just want to keep working hard, keep scoring and help my team win.”

Noah Salaudeen’s 2026 Numbers 📊

League:
⚽ 31 goals
🅰️ 12 assists
🔥 43 goal contributions

Cup:
⚽ 6 goals
🅰️ 1 assist
🔥 7 goal contributions

Overall:

⚽ 37 goals
🅰️ 13 assists
🔥 50 goal contributions

The numbers tell the story.

Noah has now registered an astonishing 50 goal contributions in 2026, consisting of 37 goals and 13 assists across league and cup competitions.

Even more remarkable is his current scoring streak: three consecutive hat-tricks.

The Nigerian forward has responded to every challenge with goals, and his latest performance further strengthens his credentials as a striker capable of producing consistently at a remarkable level.

Three straight hat-tricks. 37 goals. 13 assists. 50 goal contributions.

Noah Abolaji Salaudeen is not slowing down.