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MFM Queens dare FAP in make or break encounter at FIBA Women’s Basketball League Africa
Olaolu Joseph Four final group matches will be decided today in group A and B at the ongoing FIBA Women’s Basketball League Africa at the Marius Ndiaye Arena in Dakar the Senegalese capital. Nigeria champions MFM Queens will be stepping on the court again today for a make or mar against F.A.P of Cameroon. Both teams need a win to…
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Perspectives on Elon Musk as Reform Lead for US Federal Bureaucracy, by Prof. Tunji Olaopa
In preparation for his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump has commenced the process of choosing a cabinet that will assist him in the onerous task of governance. Being a very controversial figure himself, Trump’s many appointments are already setting the public sphere on fire. From Marco Rubio (for secretary of state) to Pam Bondi…
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Is the Port Harcourt Refinery now born again? By Simbo Olorunfemi
Miles away from Alesa-Eleme where Nigeria’s oldest Refinery is situated, one can see the orange tongue of flame teasing the Port Harcourt skies. One might liken it to the white smoke from the chimney on the roof of the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican announcing the selection of a new Pope. The flare sits in the sky announcing from afar…
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Tinubu’s administration pledges tangible impact on lives of Osun residents
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The President Bola Tinubu-led administration has pledged to address the real-world challenges facing Osun State residents, with a commitment to having a tangible impact on their lives. The Personal Assistant to the President on Constituency Affairs, Khadijat Kareem made this promise during a town hall meeting with critical stakeholders in Osun State on Monday. Kareem, at…
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Peter Obi visits Afe Babalola to seek pardon for Farotimi
Labour Party candidate in the 2023 presidential election, Mr Peter Obi, on Monday reportedly led a delegation to meet with eminent legal icon and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Chief Afe Babalola to seek an amicable resolution of the criminal defamation case the 95-year-old instituted against embattled lawyer, Dele Farotimi, accused of making damaging allegations against Babalola. “Today, Mr. @PeterObi travelled…
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NSC to hold strategic meeting with sports federations’ presidents, secretaries
Olaolu Joseph The National Sports Commission (NSC), under the leadership of its Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, and Director General, Honourable Bukola Olopade, is set to hold an important meeting with the presidents and secretaries of various sports federations in Nigeria. The meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, aims to further discuss strategic objectives for advancing sports development across Nigeria. The…
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Adeleke congratulates Ghanaian President-elect, Mahama
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has congratulated the newly elected President of Ghana, John Mahama, describing him as “a true democrat and a genuine friend of Nigeria” Adeleke, in a statement by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed on Monday said since his path crossed that of the new Ghanaian leader, “we have been sharing deep thoughts…
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Nigeria to partner with Niger Republic to eliminate emerging threat of LUKARAWA
Kunle Sanni The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Major General Olufemi Oluyede, has revealed that the Nigerian military is collaborating closely with the Niger Republic military to combat the rising threat of the LUKARAWA insurgents, who have been destabilizing the Northwestern region of Nigeria. Speaking on Monday at the Presidential Villa, following a meeting with President Bola Tinubu, Oluyede emphasized…
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Ibadan Golf Club releases End-of-Year tournaments line up
Olaolu Joseph As the year inches close to an end, the prestigious Ibadan Golf Club (UGC) has released the line up of several notable golf tournaments, billed for the Ibadan Golf Club (IGC) Onireke, Ibadan. Some of the tournaments include, Christmas Carol on December 18, the Golden Category Kitty for players within age 50-59 years, which will take place on…
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Osun: Market women, farmers, students endorse Tinubu, Adeleke for second term
-as Presidency holds town hall meeting with stakeholders By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Market women, farmers, and students in Osun State have endorsed President Bola Tinubu and Governor Ademola Adeleke for second terms, citing their administrations’ positive impacts on the state’s agriculture, education, and economy. They also urged the President to support Adeleke’s re-election bid in 2026. Speaking during a town…
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