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2 months ago Politics

Oyo backs MTN Champs grand-finale as 3,200 athletes converge on Ibadan

The Oyo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Wasilat Adegoke, on Monday, reiterated the state government’s commitment to youth development and grassroots sports as Ibadan prepares to host the grand finale of MTN Champs Season 4, which is expected to draw over 3,200 athletes from across Nigeria.…

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2 months ago Politics

Middle East War: How FG is responding to global economic shock — Edun

The Federal government has taken concrete steps in responding to the current global economic uncertainties, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has said. The post Middle East War: How FG is responding to global economi…

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2 months ago Politics

Africa can produce world table tennis champion – Oshodi

President of the African Table Tennis Federation, Wahid Oshodi, is confident the continent can produce a world champion within the next five years, as African players continue to close the gap on the sport’s leading nations, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Oshodi, a former Commissioner for Youth, Sport…

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2 months ago Politics

Crossing the red line by the Opposition and Government(4), by Eric Teniola

From last week continues the narrative on the Saturday, December 12, 1959 Federal elections with the results thus: In the Northern Region—3,258,520 (votes cast) and 89.4% (percentage poll); Eastern Region-1,929,754(votes cast) and 75.3% (percentage poll); Wes…

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2 months ago Politics

Monarch faults Lagos palace project on disputed land

The Oba of Ketu in the Kosofe Local Government area of Lagos State, Isiaka Oyero, has faulted the construction of a palace on a disputed parcel of land housing the Nigerian Postal Service in the community, alleging that the project is being carried out in violation of an ongoing court case. Oyero, …

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2 months ago Politics

Tinubu moves against terrorists after fresh military casualties

President Bola Tinubu on Monday held a closed-door meeting with the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, and a French General at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Sources close to the President, who spoke to our correspondent on condition of anonymity, described Monday’s engagement as part…

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2 months ago Politics

2027 won’t be walkover for Tinubu – Ohuabunwa, ex-presidential aspirant

Sam Ohuabunwa, who was a 2023 presidential aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, in this interview with EDWARD NNACHI, speaks on the chances of the opposition in next year’s elections Nigerians are worried that the country is drifting to a one-party state. What is your assessmen…

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2 months ago Politics

Can Geordin Hill-Lewis broaden the appeal of South Africa's Democratic Alliance?

Can this man broaden the appeal of a South African party seen by some as 'too white'? The new leader of South Africa's second-largest party has to solve a problem that none of his three immediate predecessors were able to crack: how to extend the Democratic Alliance's popularity beyond its core sup…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

The nuances of the UK–Nigeria port infrastructure deal, By Dipo Baruwa

Ultimately, the UK–Nigeria port deal illustrates a broader structural reality. While the conceptualisation of the deal is commendable, much work remains in localising its inherent gains. Development outcomes are not determined by the presence of external investment, nor by the scale of infrastructu…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

Alake hails Tinubu at 74, says leadership defines Nigeria's destiny

President Tinubu By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – THE Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake has hailed President Bola Tinubu as he clocked 74 years in gallant way. Alake in his congratulatory message signed by him said President Tinubu’s leadership had defined Nigeria’s destiny while acknow…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

JUST IN: Kwankwaso resigns from NNPP

The former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). In a statement released via his verified Facebook page, Mr Kwankwaso described the decision as difficult but necessary to allow him join a political platform that offers a greater opportunity t…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

Tinubu @ 74: Northern governors reaffirm support for reforms, vision

The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Yahaya, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on his 74th birthday, reaffirming the forum’s support for his administration and its reform agenda. In a statement issued on behalf of his colleagues in…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

Biafran war: How Ojukwu branded Nsukka people saboteurs – Civil war veteran Alumona

By Emma Nnadozie The Nigerian civil war of 1967 to 1970 ended with statements “No Victor, No Vanquished” but memories and scars of the war lingered in communities in the university town of Nsukka whose lands were usurped by the military and named army barracks. Soon after the war, there was a long-…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

Veron Mosengo-Omba: Caf general secretary resigns amid Afcon final fallout

Caf general secretary resigns amid Afcon final fallout The general secretary of the Confederation of African Football (Caf) has resigned amid a chaotic time for football on the continent. Veron Mosengo-Omba said in a statement he was retiring, but his departure comes during the fallout over decisio…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

Kwankwaso resigns from NNPP, cites ‘strategic realignment’

Kwankwaso Former Kano State Governor and 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has resigned from the party with immediate effect. Kwankwaso announced his decision in a statement, citing the need for “strategic realignment” in response to the evo…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

ADC working to adopt consensus for presidential candidate — Abdullahi

ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi The African Democratic Congress says it is actively working towards adopting a consensus approach in selecting its presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections, describing it as the most practical and cost-effective option available to the…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

Israeli footballer’s role in assault on southern Lebanon sparks outrage

An Israeli footballer dressed in a military uniform has been seen opening fire in southern Lebanon amid the US-Israel war on Iran, prompting calls from football officials and fans for FIFA to take action against him. Menashe Zalka, dressed in the Israeli army uniform, is seen opening fire from a ma…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

Iran ‘hits’ US AWACS, air tankers: What else has it targeted in past month?

As the United States and Israel launched the war on Iran on February 28, Tehran’s response was swift. Not only did Iran fire missiles and drones towards Israel, but it also targeted US assets in Gulf countries, expanding the conflict in one of the most important energy-producing regions in the worl…

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

'Take governance more seriously’ — ADC spokesman sends birthday message to Tinubu

The spokesperson of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Bolaji Abdullahi, has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his administration’s performance, using a birthday message to highlight what he described as worsening conditions in the country. In a statement marking the president’s 74th …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago Politics

PBAT at 74: Reminiscences of a former envoy and spokesman, By Ajuri Ngelale

Daddy, on your 74th birthday and always, please accept my most profound expression of affection and gratitude for all of the knowledge, effort, and attention you poured into my development during the privileged time that I spent at your side… May God Almighty continue to strengthen and encourage yo…

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