- Perspectives
The morning after Nigeria Vs Morocco, by Folabi Ogunleye
I hate to give excuses in these things, and generally prefer to see the events as (imperfect) games of chance – especially after the players have put up a fantastic performance in the series. It is why I don’t have a favorite club team. I cannot handle the heartbreak that follow losses in the beautiful game of football. Still, I…
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CAF sanctions Samuel Eto’o over conduct during Morocco–Cameroon tie
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has handed down stiff sanctions to the President of the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT), Samuel Eto’o, following his conduct during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash between Morocco and Cameroon. In a statement released by CAF, Eto’o was suspended for four matches and fined $20,000 after being found guilty of misconduct related…
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WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons face Zambia, Egypt, Malawi in Group C
Defending champions and nine-time winners of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), Nigeria have been drawn into Group C of the 2026 tournament following the official draw held on Wednesday at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat. The 2026 edition marks a historic milestone for African women’s football, as WAFCON expands to 16 teams for the first time,…
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Breaking ASUU logjam and Alausa’s systems breakthrough, by Olabode Opeseitan
Nigeria’s new FG–ASUU agreement is a structural reset of the university system, the closest the country has come in over a decade and a half to breaking the cycle of strikes, brain drain and policy drift that hollowed out its campuses. Now signed and unveiled in Abuja on Wednesday, it replaces the disputed 2009 pact and is framed explicitly as…
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Makinde inaugurates Oyo Obas’ Council as Olubadan begins two-year term
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Thursday inaugurated the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs, with the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, assuming office as chairman of the council for a two-year term. The inauguration ceremony took place in Ibadan, the state capital, marking the commencement of the rotational leadership arrangement of the council. Oba Ladoja, a former…
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Tinubu reaffirms administration’s commitment to welfare of armed forces
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare and dignity of the Nigerian Armed Forces, stressing that national security depends on sustained support for those who defend the country. The president said this in a statement he signed on Thursday to commemorate the Armed Forces Remembrance and Celebration Day, observed to honour fallen…
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FG plans N500bn green bond issuance in 2026 to fund climate projects
The Federal Government of Nigeria plans to raise up to ₦500 billion through the issuance of green bonds in 2026 as part of efforts to secure alternative financing for climate-related and environmental projects. The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal, disclosed this on Tuesday during the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, according to a Bloomberg report. Lawal disclosed that proceeds from…
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Tinubu congratulates Nigerian artistes on success at 9th AFRIMA
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian artistes who emerged winners at the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), saying their achievements underscore the growing influence of Nigeria’s music and creative industry across Africa and beyond. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the president described the strong showing by Nigerian artistes at the awards…
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Why new tax law guidelines are yet to be released — Oyedele
By Kunle Sanni – The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Tax Reform, Taiwo Oyedele, has said the release of implementation guidelines for Nigeria’s new tax laws has been delayed due to uncertainty surrounding the final, officially gazetted versions of the legislation. Oyedele spoke on Wednesday in Lagos at the 2026 Economic Outlook organised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants…
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Samuel Chukwueze, by Simbo Olorunfemi
I must confess that I am one of those who had looked forward to seeing Samuel Chukwueze play and shine at the ongoing African Cup of Nations. His decision to join Fulham on a season-long loan from AC Milan appeared to have been the tonic he needed to rediscover his form. Indeed, the last few weeks before the tournament suggested…
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