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Morning recap: Davido urged to apologise to Okpebholo, Galatasaray reduce Osimhen asking price to €65m, other top stories

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  • A lawyer has called for Nigerian musician Davido to apologize to Governor Monday Okpebholo for allegedly trolling his WAEC result.
  • Galatasaray has reportedly reduced Victor Osimhen's asking price to €65 million amid interest from Al Hilal.
  • Opposition parties are considering a single candidate for the 2027 elections, with Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi reportedly mulling options.

Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, is facing calls for an apology to Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State. The demand stems from a social media post by Davido that allegedly revealed Okpebholo's West African Examinations Council (WAEC) result. Lawyer Timothy Tugbiyele stated that Davido's action was disrespectful and urged the musician to show humility and apologize, emphasizing that political disagreements should not devolve into personal attacks.

I think what Davido did is disrespectful and I will plead with him; he should exercise some humility and apologise.

— Timothy TugbiyeleA lawyer commenting on Davido's social media post concerning Governor Okpebholo's WAEC result.

In football news, Galatasaray has reportedly lowered their asking price for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen to €65 million. This adjustment comes amid interest from Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal. While Galatasaray has not entirely closed the door on a sale, they are firm on their valuation. The final decision on Osimhen's future will also depend on the player himself, who has an impressive record of 59 goals in 74 appearances for the Turkish club. Al Hilal is reportedly considering squad changes to facilitate the potential transfer.

He should apologise to Okpebholo… it should not be an eye for an eye.

— Timothy TugbiyeleLawyer Timothy Tugbiyele emphasizing the need for an apology and avoiding retaliatory actions.

Meanwhile, Nigeria's political landscape is buzzing with discussions about a unified opposition candidate for the 2027 general elections. Leaders such as Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rabiu Kwankwaso are reportedly exploring options to present a single front against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The G-100 group has urged these opposition figures to unite. While Atiku Abubakar's aide confirmed the former vice president's openness to efforts strengthening the opposition, his attendance at a planned August 18 summit remains unconfirmed.

Galatasaray have not entirely shut the door on a sale, with the club demanding €65m should a suitor meet their valuation.

— ReportA report detailing Galatasaray's stance on Victor Osimhen's transfer fee.
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