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Egypt beat Nigeria 2–1 in pre-AFCON friendly
By Tosin Omojola – Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Tuesday night in Cairo lost 2–1 to the Pharaohs of Egypt in a pre-Africa Cup of Nations friendly encounter. The friendly match, organised to fine-tune both sides as they prepare for AFCON, saw the two teams begin the encounter with most of their regular players on the bench. Super Eagles handler, Eric…
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Oyo govt announces 2025 conversion exam for junior officers
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Oyo State Government has announced that over 250 junior officers will sit for the 2025 Conversion Examination for clerical and allied staff. The Commissioner for Establishments and Training, Prof. Salihu Adelabu, said the examination is scheduled for Friday, December 19, 2025, at the Simeon Adebo Staff Development Centre, Secretariat, Ibadan, starting at 9:00 a.m. Eligible…
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Governor Makinde to commission Ibadan Circular Road in February
Adejayan Gbenga – Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has announced that the first phase of the Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road, covering 32 kilometres, will be commissioned in February 2026. The announcement was made during the unveiling of the official logo for the state’s 50th anniversary celebrations at the State Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan. Governor Makinde thanked individuals and groups who…
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African Youth Games: Nigeria stuns Egypt, wins mixed team table tennis gold
Nigeria has claimed a prestigious gold medal in table tennis at the 4th African Youth Games after defeating continental powerhouse Egypt to emerge champions in the mixed team event. The Nigerian mixed team, represented by Matthew Fabunmi and Ojo Favour, delivered a composed and dominant performance in the final, overcoming Egypt 2–0 to secure the gold medal and confirm Nigeria’s…
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Tunisian star warns Super Eagles ahead of AFCON clash
As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco draws closer, Tunisia midfielder Yassine Meriah has issued a strong warning to Nigeria and the other teams in their group. The Carthage Eagles have been drawn in Group B alongside Nigeria, Uganda and Tanzania, setting up what promises to be a highly competitive group stage. Speaking ahead of the tournament, Meriah…
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Sanwo-Olu seeks private sector partnership to tackle Lagos housing deficit
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has said strong collaboration between government and the private sector is critical to bridging the housing deficit in Lagos, stressing that affordable and sustainable housing cannot be delivered by government alone. Sanwo-Olu made this known on Tuesday at the 6th Lagos Real Estate Marketplace Conference organised by the Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory…
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NFF reacts to FIFA case involving DR Congo
By Tosin Omojola – The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has reacted to the ongoing case instituted by the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) concerning the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), as the football community awaits the final outcome. DR Congo, who dashed Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, risk losing their place in the…
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Suspected cultists kill Rufus Giwa Polytechnic student in Ondo
By Boye Oyeyemi – A 25-year-old student of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ayodele Peter, has been killed by suspected cultists in the Opomulero area of Owo Local Government Area, Ondo State. The state police command confirmed the incident in a statement on Tuesday, saying the victim was attacked at Shine Villa, Opomulero Street, on December 14, 2025, and later died…
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Traditional, religious leaders urged to spearhead end to FGM in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Traditional rulers and religious leaders in Osun State have been urged to take the lead in ending Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), with stakeholders warning that the practice is harmful, unnecessary and unsupported by culture, religion or law. They stressed that strong community leadership is critical to protecting girls from the physical, emotional and social consequences…
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Tension in Osun community as gunmen abduct ex-Customs officer
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Tension engulfed Ora Igbomina in Ifedayo Local Government Area of Osun State on Tuesday following a violent night attack by armed men that left residents in fear and uncertainty. The unrest followed the invasion of the community on Monday night, when gunmen reportedly stormed Akisa Road, firing sporadically and forcing people indoors as panic spread…
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