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South African giants Kaizer Chiefs eye Nigerian shot-stopper Nwabali
South African giants Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly tabled an offer for Nigerian goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali as they look to bolster their squad ahead of the new season. The 27-year-old shot-stopper is currently a free agent, making him an attractive option in the transfer market. Sources close to the situation indicate that the Soweto-based club is keen to secure his services…
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Ondo royal figure bags Queen of the Year recognition
By Boye Oyeyemi – Encomiums poured in on Sunday as Olori Adejumoke Adeleye, wife of the Olubaka of Oka-Akoko in Akoko South-West Local Government Area of Ondo State, was honoured with the Queen of the Year Award by Sunshine Standard Magazine. The recognition was presented during a colourful ceremony at the OSDPC Multipurpose Hall, Ijapo, Akure, where dignitaries, traditional rulers…
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Nigeria begins implementation of Executive Order 9 to protect petroleum revenues
The Federal Government has commenced the implementation of Executive Order 9 of 2026 as part of efforts to safeguard petroleum revenues and strengthen the management of inflows into the Federation Account. This was disclosed in a statement on Monday signed by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, who chairs the Implementation Committee set…
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Report: Nigeria splits OPL 245 oilfield into four blocks under deal with Eni, Shell
Nigeria has broken up the OPL 245 oil block into four new assets to be operated by Eni and Shell, a source told Reuters, potentially settling the future of the field at the centre of one of the oil industry’s biggest historic corruption trials. The agreement clears the way for the development of OPL 245, one of Nigeria’s biggest deepwater…
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The making of an Inspector-General of Police — by Bolanle Bolawole
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has quit the office; An Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has been nominated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to fill the vacancy thus created. As is usual in this climate with such change of guards in sensitive, high-profile and mouth-watering positions, controversies and colliding explanations have rent the air. Officially, Egbetokun resigned on…
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Cardinal found with phone during secret conclave to elect Pope Leo, book says
The secret conclave that elected Pope Leo XIV head of the Catholic Church last May was interrupted when one of the 133 cardinals involved was found carrying a cellphone, a massive security breach, a book released on Sunday revealed. As the clerics were preparing to take their first vote inside the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel, which was fitted with jamming equipment…
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Koffi, Adetoun demand arrest of TikToker King Mitchy over ‘fake’ suicide stunt
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Comedian Koffi and human rights activist Adetoun Onabanjo have called for the arrest of TikToker King Mitchy over what they described as staged suicide attempts during her live broadcasts. The demand follows an ongoing social media dispute between Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, and King Mitchy. The controversy began after she questioned the handling of…
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INEC to conduct nationwide mock election ahead of 2027 polls
The Independent National Electoral Commission has announced plans to organise a nationwide mock presidential election ahead of the 2027 general polls to test its result transmission infrastructure and avoid a repeat of past technical challenges. INEC Chairman, Joash Amupitan, disclosed this on Sunday during the Citizens’ Townhall on the Electoral Act 2026 held in Abuja. He said the commission was…
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UK troops and civilians in Middle East put at risk by Iran strikes, Healey says
UK troops and civilians in the Middle East are being put at risk from “indiscriminate attacks” by Iran, the defence secretary has said, adding that protecting them is his priority. John Healey told the BBC “no-one will mourn” Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed during US and Israeli air strikes on Iran. The UK did not participate in…
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Nigeria signs $1.3bn alumina project pact with AFC
The Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Africa Finance Corporation for a $1.3 billion alumina refinery project aimed at boosting value addition and increasing the mining sector’s contribution to the economy. The agreement, executed through the Solid Minerals Development Fund, also covers a comprehensive geoscience mapping exercise and the establishment of a joint strategic investment vehicle…
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