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From boycott to brilliance: Nigeria’s moral victory, by Olabode Opeseitan
Two days ago, troubling news broke: the Nigeria Super Eagles boycotted their training ahead of a crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers playoff against Gabon. Their protest—non-payment of allowances—was a sobering reminder of systemic neglect. Some leaders intervened and resolved the matter. Others took to social media to shame the nation, calling Nigeria a “disgraced country.” But the players chose…
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Suspension of the 15% import duty on petrol, by Simbo Olorunfemi
Glad to hear from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) that “the implementation of the 15% ad-valorem import duty on PMS and diesel is no longer in view.” The Media has interpreted it differently as either a cancellation or suspension of the decision to start implementation of the policy from November 21st. When last month reports came…
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Tinubu reappoints Marwa as NDLEA chairman for another five years
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has approved the reappointment of Buba Marwa (rtd), Brigadier-General, as Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), extending his tenure for another five years. The announcement was made on Friday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Marwa, who first assumed the role in January 2021 under…
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Accumulated cards put Osimhen, other Eagles in suspension danger
By Tosin Omojola – Nigeria could face a major setback in its quest for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as key Super Eagles players risk missing the intercontinental playoff due to accumulated yellow cards. Striker Victor Osimhen, defender Calvin Bassey, and six other regulars are in danger of suspension if Nigeria secures a spot in the inter-confederation playoff in March…
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Yerima acted lawfully, Wike overstepped — Defence minister
Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has declared that the naval officer involved in the viral confrontation with Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike committed no offence, insisting the officer acted lawfully while Wike overstepped established procedures. Speaking on Thursday in an interview with DCL Hausa, Matawalle revealed that before visiting the disputed property in Abuja, Wike had…
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Chelle hails discipline, team spirit after Eagles beat Gabon
By Tosin Omojola – Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, says the team’s emphatic win over Gabon in Thursday’s 2026 World Cup qualifier playoff was made possible by the players’ passion and focus. The Nigerian side overpowered Gabon 4–1 after extra time to reach the African World Cup play-offs final in Rabat, where they will face DR Congo on Sunday.…
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2027: Christian governor can emerge in Kwara, says Iyiola Oyedepo
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – Former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State and two-time commissioner, Chief Iyiola Oyedepo, says nothing forbids a Christian from emerging as governor in 2027, warning that excluding candidates based on religion could worsen sectarian tensions already threatening Nigeria’s fragile peace. Speaking in an interview on Thursday in Ilorin, the legal practitioner…
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Reps order WAEC to pause 2026 CBT exams over poor school preparedness
The House of Representatives has directed the West African Examination Council (WAEC) to suspend its plan to fully adopt computer-based testing (CBT) for the 2026 Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE). The resolution followed concerns raised during Thursday’s plenary that many schools — especially in rural communities — lack the infrastructure and trained personnel required for the transition. The motion,…
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NAFDAC destroys ₦20bn worth of fake, expired products in Ibadan
By Adejayan Gbenga – The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed counterfeit, expired, and substandard pharmaceutical products worth ₦20 billion in Ibadan, Oyo State. The exercise, carried out by NAFDAC’s Southwest Zonal Office, is part of the agency’s ongoing efforts to safeguard public health and prevent unsafe medical products and other regulated items from…
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Fela Anikulapo-Kuti: The artist and the lyrics of his songs, by Is’haq Modibbo Kawu
Fela Anikulapo-Kuti and the blue plaque on his house in Shepherd’s Bush London For practically every member of my generation, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti’s music, and his very inspired commitment to a vision of society that placed the interest of the people at the heart of governance, influenced us a great deal. For me, as an individual, I have related very deeply…
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