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Karate Federation President Chukwudi Dimkpa Seeks God’s Protection For Team Nigeria’s Athletes At 2026 Commonwealth Games
The President of Karate Federation of Nigeria (KFN), Engineer Chukwudi Elekwachi Dimkpa has added a spiritual angle to Nigeria’s pursuit of medals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, as the recently confirmed top shot prayed for God’s protection over the country’s athletes.
Sports247 reports that, while acknowledging that Team Nigeria had solid preparations heading into the Games and the contingent is saturated with immense talents, Dimkpa reasoned that they still need the hand of God and His guidance during their various events at Glasgow 2026.
Dimkpa also commended director-general of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honouurable Bukola Olopade, for his commitment to the welfare of Nigeria’s athletes and praised the officials for working tirelessly to ensure the team got all necessary technical, medical and logistical support.
The KFN president added that, though karate is not featuring at the Glasgow Games, the federation stands firmly behind Team Nigeria and fully supports the country’s representatives, who he believes will return home with many medals that would inspire the next generation of athletes.
He asserted, “I have no doubt that our athletes possess the talent, discipline, determination and resilient Nigerian spirit of ‘never say never’ to win gold medals and secure several podium finishes for our country. My prayers are with every athlete and official for God’s protection throughout the Games.”
Nigerians have taken a swipe at Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, following a video of him handing cash to occupants of a tricycle taxi in Kebbi State.
The video, which has sparked mixed reactions on social media, showed Seyi approaching a yellow auto-rickshaw, popularly known as a Maruwa, and engaging the occupants in a conversation before appearing to hand over money.
During the interaction, Seyi was heard asking the occupants about their political affiliations.
“I heard this state is for Atiku, that was why I came down. Who do you support?” he asked.
Here are some reactions:
@otticiaL_Gegeh: “With this kind of moves, you think if they finally win they won't frustrate your life and make things hard for you ?
@Idanssssssss: “isn’t this vote buying?”
@ManLikeIcey: “Seyi Tinubu couldn't tell her what his dad has done to be re elected instead he bribed her with money. This is barbaric and shameful.”
@Adeyemi Olamilekan: “Just look at the way they are sharing money up and down, this is what they are using our subsidy money to do.”
@ssomie: “Such a terrible look. These people have stolen pieces. They have a war chest for 2027 but I know God has something in store.”
@Udochukwu Azuwike: That's all they know…buy everyone with money. No good governance. No quality leadership.”
@CHabeeb: “After 16 January 2027, Nigerians will have to live with the economic and political choices they make at the ballot box. Collect the incentive and vote against your own interests if you choose, but once the result is in, no amount of crying will change it. Nigerians will get the government they vote for.”
@ARÓMÍSÀ LÈGB LÈGBE: “It's desperation that make them do these things. They want to buy our loyalty with our money.”
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Outrage as Seyi Tinubu shares money during political rally [VIDEO]
Dangote Cement Plc has put its proposed listing on the London Stock Exchange on hold, citing current market conditions and the company’s strategic priorities.
The company disclosed this in a regulatory filing signed by Edward Imoedemhe, the company secretary, following a meeting of its board of directors on Tuesday.
In May, Dangote Cement announced it was in early talks over a potential London listing, a move that would help widen its access to overseas investors and capital.
The company later, in July, explained that the faster and more practical listing process in the United Kingdom influenced its preference for London over Dubai for the secondary listing.
On Tuesday, the cement producer said it will not proceed with the secondary listing, noting that its shares remain listed on the Nigerian Exchange Group, and that the decision will not affect the company’s operations.
“The Company’s ordinary shares remain listed on the NGX, and this decision does not in any way affect the Company’s operations or business plans,” Dangote Cement added.
READ ALSO: Dangote Cement’s nine-month profit jumps 31% as revenue hits N3.8 trillion
The company said it will remain focused on delivering sustainable value to its shareholders and building on its strong market position.
Dangote Cement is majority-owned by Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, who launched the continent’s largest-ever initial public offering in September for his oil refinery.
Dangote Cement, with a production capacity of 55 million tonnes per annum, has a footprint in 11 African countries, including Cameroon, Ethiopia, Zambia, Tanzania, and Côte d’Ivoire, among others.
The corporation’s nine-month profit in 2026 jumped 31 per cent, while its revenue hit N3.8 trillion, boosted by improved revenue from cement and clinker sales.
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