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Former Chelsea coach Graham Potter has shared his excitement about starting a new managerial role. He was officially named the new manager of Premier League club West Ham United on Thursday, taking over from the recently dismissed Julen Lopetegui. The 49-year-old has signed a two-and-a-half year contract with the Hammers. He will lead his new team for the first time when West Ham faces Aston Villa in the FA Cup third round on Friday evening. “I am delighted to be here,” Potter said on the club’s website. “It was important for me to wait for the right opportunity, and I feel that I am a good match for West Ham United.” Potter has previously managed Premier League teams such as Chelsea and Brighton. West Ham is currently in 14th place on the Premier League standings, with 23 points from 20 matches.

Kachalla Dogo Isah, a notorious bandit leader in Kaduna State, was killed during a violent clash with a group of reformed bandits in Kachia Forest on January 7, 2025. The confrontation began when Isah’s gang attempted to steal cattle from a camp led by Kachalla Musa, a former bandit leader who had recently joined a government-supported peace initiative. The situation escalated into a gun battle that ended with the deaths of Dogo Isah and two of his associates. Security analyst Zagazola Makama confirmed the events, stating, “The violence erupted as Isah’s group tried to raid the cattle camp, resulting in a fierce exchange of gunfire.” Dogo Isah was a prominent security menace in the area, recognized for his participation in cattle theft, assaults on security forces, and various other criminal acts in Kachia and Kajuru. His unwillingness to participate in peace initiatives exacerbated the region’s instability. The demise of Dogo Isah signifies a notable decrease in banditry in Kaduna, while also underscoring the continuous dangers encountered by former bandits. In September 2024, Isah’s cousin, Tukur Sharme, was similarly killed in a confrontation with reformed bandits.

Kachalla Dogo Isah, a notorious bandit leader in Kaduna State, was killed in a violent clash with a group of repentant bandits in Kachia Forest on January 7, 2025. The confrontation arose when Isah’s gang attempted to steal cattle from a camp led by Kachalla Musa, a former bandit leader who recently joined a government-supported peace initiative. The situation turned into a gunfight, resulting in the deaths of Dogo Isah and two of his associates. Security analyst Zagazola Makama confirmed the events, stating, “The violence erupted as Isah’s group tried to raid the cattle camp, leading to a fierce exchange of gunfire.” Dogo Isah was a significant security threat in the area, recognized for his role in cattle rustling, assaults on security forces, and various other criminal acts in Kachia and Kajuru. His unwillingness to participate in peace initiatives exacerbated the region’s instability. Isah’s death represents a considerable decrease in banditry in Kaduna, but it also underscores the persistent dangers that individuals trying to leave banditry face. In September 2024, Isah’s cousin, Tukur Sharme, was killed in a comparable confrontation with former bandits.

Tel Aviv police have apprehended three young men related to the stabbing of a man earlier this week during a disagreement over an electric scooter, according to a police spokesperson. The individuals include two 18-year-olds from Elad and a 16-year-old minor from central Israel. After being questioned at the central Tel Aviv police station, the suspects were presented at the Tel Aviv Magistrate’s Court for a detention hearing. The incident took place early Sunday morning, shortly after midnight, on Rothschild Street. The victim had just left a bar and was trying to hire an electric scooter when the confrontation happened. Security cameras from a nearby café recorded the incident. The video depicts four young men closing in on the victim by the scooter rack. One of the attackers stabbed the man in the leg before running away with the others. The police are still looking for a fourth suspect connected to the incident. “The investigation is still in progress,” the spokesperson informed The Times of Israel. The victim’s condition after the stabbing has not been revealed.

Tel Aviv police have detained three young men related to the stabbing of a man earlier this week over a disagreement about an electric scooter, according to a police spokesperson. The suspects consist of two 18-year-olds from Elad and a 16-year-old minor from central Israel. After being questioned at the central Tel Aviv police station, the suspects appeared in the Tel Aviv Magistrate’s Court for a detention hearing. The incident took place early Sunday morning, shortly after midnight, on Rothschild Street. The victim had just left a bar and was trying to rent an electric scooter when the incident took place. Surveillance video from a nearby café recorded the attack. The video depicts four young men closing in on the victim by the scooter rack. One of the attackers stabbed the man in the leg before running away with the others. The police are still looking for a fourth suspect connected to the incident. “The investigation is still in progress,” the spokesperson informed The Times of Israel. The victim’s condition after the stabbing has not been revealed.

Several Boko Haram fighters who attacked Chad’s presidential palace in N’Djamena on Wednesday have been neutralized by the country’s Directorate General of Security Services and Internal Exile (DGSSIE). Intelligence sources confirmed the fatalities to security analyst and counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama, stating that Chadian security forces quickly managed to contain the attack, and the situation is now stable. A video shared on social media shows members of the terrorist group being fired upon by the responding forces, with several attackers arrested as well. Makama remarked that “the DGSSIE effectively neutralized the threat, safeguarding government institutions and key personnel.” The report mentioned that officials in Chad have not revealed information regarding the casualties. There are indications that some of the attackers were taken alive, which could offer important insights for upcoming operations. In recent days, security measures have been intensified, and the government has disabled networks to avoid any potential security violations.

Several Boko Haram fighters who attacked Chad’s presidential palace in N’Djamena on Wednesday have been neutralized by the country’s Directorate General of Security Services and Internal Exile (DGSSIE). Intelligence sources confirmed the fatalities to security analyst and counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama, stating that Chadian security forces quickly managed to contain the attack, and the situation is now stable. A video shared on social media shows members of the terrorist group being fired upon by the responding forces, with several attackers arrested as well. Makama remarked that “the DGSSIE effectively neutralized the threat, safeguarding government institutions and key personnel.” The report mentioned that officials in Chad have not revealed information regarding the casualties. There are indications that some of the attackers were taken alive, which could offer important insights for upcoming operations. In recent days, security measures have been intensified, and the government has disabled networks to avoid any potential security violations.

The leadership crisis at First Bank Holdings of Nigeria escalated on Wednesday when a group of stakeholders demanded the removal of board chairman Femi Otedola and non-executive director Mr. Julius B. Omodayo-Owotuga. The group has requested an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) within the next 21 days, as permitted by section 215 (1) of CAMA. Shareholders claim that FBN has been in turmoil since the former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Godwin Emefiele, facilitated Otedola’s acquisition of a substantial number of shares that led to his position as Chairman of FBN Holdings in January 2024. They argue that with Otedola leading, along with his employees Omodayo-Owotuga at the Holdco and another staff member at the bank, Otedola has taken full control and operates without restraint. Concerns have been raised that with the planned private placement of N1003 billion in shares, he could gain outright control and use First Bank as his personal asset, lacking necessary oversight and corporate governance. “This would allow him (Otedola) to assert full control during the anticipated N360 billion private placement.” Some shareholders argue that instead of conducting a private placement for the bank’s shares, a rights issue or public offering should take place, according to an anonymous source who is also a stakeholder. It has also been suggested that Otedola’s preference for private placement may be a tactic to gain control and manage the bank like his own property. DAILY POST reports that in recent months, FBN Holdings has been engulfed in a dispute over who possesses the largest single share in the company. The contention for control of FBN Holdings is between Otedola and Barbican Capital, which is linked to the Oba Otudeko-owned Honeywell Group. In its 2023 audited accounts, First Bank Holdings listed Otedola as the largest single shareholder, holding a 9.41 percent stake in the institution. Otedola has recently boosted his ownership by acquiring a significant number of additional shares. Currently, his precise stake is unknown. However, data from the Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS), which is the recognized source for verifying share ownership, indicates that Barbican Capital, linked to the Honeywell Group owned by Oba Otudeko, is the largest single shareholder with a 15.01 percent stake. Records from the bank’s registrars, Meristem Registrars & Probate Services Ltd, also confirm that Barbican Capital holds 5,386,397,202 shares (5.38 billion) as of May 23, 2024. As a result, Barbican Capital has filed a lawsuit against FBN Holdings for inaccurately representing its shareholding in its audited financial statement. Recently, First Bank has let go of around 100 senior staff in a significant organizational overhaul. Reports suggest that top executives at the bank were asked to resign as part of a corporate restructuring plan for 2025, following the appointment of Olusegun Alebiosu as the managing director and CEO of FBN in June of last year. There are also claims that the departures were part of a deliberate initiative by Otedola to bring in new leadership at various levels within the bank. At the same time, it remains uncertain how the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) will respond to the demand for an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) prompted by CAMA, which aims to remove Otedola and halt the private placement of the bank’s shares. As of the report’s submission, Tunde Lawanson, the spokesperson for FBH, had not yet replied to the inquiry for comment. Additionally, FBN has not made an official statement regarding the issue.

The leadership crisis at First Bank Holdings of Nigeria escalated on Wednesday when a group of stakeholders demanded the ousting of board chairman Femi Otedola and non-executive director Mr. Julius B. Omodayo-Owotuga. They are also seeking an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) within the next 21 days as permitted by section 215 (1) of CAMA. The shareholders claim that FBN has been troubled ever since former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Godwin Emefiele facilitated Otedola’s acquisition of a large number of shares, which enabled him to become chairman in January 2024. They argue that with Otedola in charge, along with his personal staff Omodayo-Owotuga at the Holdco and another associate at the bank, Otedola has taken full control, acting unilaterally. Consequently, with the private placement of N1003 billion shares, other shareholders are worried that he will gain absolute control, allowing him to use First Bank as his personal financial resource without oversight or proper corporate governance. This is intended to enable Otedola to gain full control during the proposed N360 billion private placement. Some shareholders are expressing that rather than opting for a private placement for the bank’s shares, a rights issue or public offer should be pursued, according to an anonymous source who is also a stakeholder. There are claims that Otedola’s preference for private placement is viewed as a strategy to gain control and manage the financial institution as if it were his own property. Reports from DAILY POST indicate that there has been a struggle recently over who owns the largest share of FBN Holdings. This contention is primarily between Otedola and Barbican Capital, which is linked to the Honeywell Group owned by Oba Otudeko. In its audited financial statements for 2023, First Bank Holdings identified Otedola as the largest shareholder, holding a 9.41 percent stake in the institution. Otedola, however, has recently boosted his ownership by acquiring a large number of additional shares. Currently, the exact ownership stake is uncertain. However, data from the Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS), a widely recognized authority for verifying share ownership, indicates that Barbican Capital, linked to the Honeywell Group owned by Oba Otudeko, holds the largest single shareholding at 15.01 percent. Records from the bank’s registrars, Meristem Registrars & Probate Services Ltd, reveal that Barbican Capital owned 5,386,397,202 shares (5.38 billion) as of May 23, 2024, making it the largest shareholder. As a result, Barbican Capital has filed a lawsuit against FBN Holdings for inaccurately reporting its shareholding in its audited financial statement. In recent news, First Bank undertook a significant restructuring, resulting in the layoffs of approximately 100 senior staff members. Reports suggest that top executives were let go as part of a corporate restructuring plan for 2025, which coincided with the appointment of Olusegun Alebiosu as the bank’s managing director and chief executive officer in June of the previous year. There were also claims that these departures were part of a deliberate initiative by Otedola to bring in new leadership within the bank. At the same time, it remains uncertain how the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) will respond to the demand for an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) intended to remove Otedola and halt the private placement of bank shares, which is a result of the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA). When DAILY POST reached out to FBH spokesperson Tunde Lawanson, he had not yet replied to the request for comments at the time this report was filed. Additionally, FBN has not made an official statement regarding the issue.

On Wednesday, a truck transporting granite stone fatally struck a young man named Jelili Soretire on Ajebo Road in Abeokuta. The Volvo truck, with the registration number AAB917ZY, hit Jelili while he was riding his bike to deliver a repaired car door to a customer. Eyewitnesses reported that the accident happened at a damaged section of the road near Kemta Housing Estate, close to the Eco Gas Station in Idi-Aba, Abeokuta. Jelili’s body became trapped under the truck. The truck driver reportedly fled the scene immediately after the incident, which caused unrest among Jelili’s colleagues, but police from the Kemta Police Station were able to restore order. Jelili’s body has been taken to the morgue at the Federal Medical Centre in Abeokuta. Attempts to reach the police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, were unsuccessful as her phone was turned off at the time of this report.