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John Terry Finalises Deal To Join Aston Villa

Hamilton Nwosa
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Nigeria Slams Attempted Coup in Benin Republic, Says it’s an ‘Assault on Democracy’

By Abiola Olawale The Federal Government of Nigeria has condemned the attempted change of government in the neighbouring Republic of Benin, describing the military action as a direct "assault on democracy" and constitutional order in West Africa. ​The rebuke from the Nigerian government comes hours after a small group of soldiers, who described themselves as…

December 7, 2025 • News

SERAP Writes INEC, Demands Account for ₦55.9bn Election Funds

By Abiola Olawale The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to give a comprehensive account of the ₦55.9 billion allocated and spent for the recent general elections. ​The non-governmental body asserted that transparency regarding the deployment of these public funds is crucial for upholding the integrity…

December 7, 2025 • News

Benin Republic Quells Coup Scare as Army Crushes Rebel Soldiers’ Takeover of State TV

By Obinna Uballa Benin Republic's government says loyalist forces have restored order after a small group of soldiers briefly seized state television on Sunday and announced they had overthrown President Patrice Talon. Foreign Minister Olushegun Adjadi Bakari told Reuters that the mutinous soldiers managed to take control of the broadcaster only and that the transmission…

December 7, 2025 • News

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Former Chelsea captain, John Terry, has agreed to join Aston Villa, sources close to the player have told ESPN FC.

Terry has reportedly told other interested clubs, that he has decided to join Villa and the move is expected to be finalised over the weekend.

Villa have been leading the chase for the 36-year-old, with Steve Bruce keen to bring the former England star to Villa Park for next season.

Terry became a free agent after leaving Chelsea at the end of his contract this summer.

He opted to leave Stamford Bridge after 22 years, after finding himself down Antonio Conte’s pecking order.

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