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Iwobi confident in Super Eagles’ World Cup qualification chances
Nigerian international Alex Iwobi has said it would be a shame if the Super Eagles failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup through the playoffs. The Super Eagles will feature in the CAF World Cup playoffs later this month in Morocco, alongside Gabon, DR Congo, and Cameroon. The overall winners of this mini-tournament will advance to the intercontinental playoffs…
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Germany pledges stronger economic, academic, cultural ties with Nigeria
The new Consul General of Germany in Lagos, Mr. Daniel Krull, has pledged stronger cooperation between Germany and Nigeria across economic, cultural, and academic sectors. Krull, who assumed office in August, made the pledge during a news conference at the German Consulate in Lagos on Monday. He described Lagos as Nigeria’s economic powerhouse and said he felt well-prepared for his…
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Rivers United face Pyramids, Berkane in tough CAF Champions League group
Nigeria’s flagbearers, Rivers United, have been drawn into what many consider the group of death in the 2025/26 CAF Champions League, following Monday’s draw in Johannesburg. The Pride of Rivers will face reigning champions Pyramids FC of Egypt, Morocco’s RS Berkane, and Zambia’s Power Dynamos in a mouth-watering Group A that promises fireworks from the first whistle. For Rivers United,…
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Lagos backs 2025 Olókun World Festival, unveils new cultural landmark
The Lagos State Government has expressed strong support for the 2025 Olókun World Festival, joining organisers and participants to celebrate Yoruba heritage, spirituality, and cultural unity. Held on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, the festival featured the unveiling of Kakanfo Fálọlá Beachside, a new cultural and tourism hub along the Badagry Expressway near the Seme Border. The landmark event attracted over…
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Take it easy, new crusaders, by Odi Ikpeazu
If President Trump truly wants to assist Nigeria in the lingering fight against terrorism, it should be by way of conversation and not altercation. The assymetricism of the war on these rogue elements has proven difficult for Nigeria’s orthodox armed forces. Therefore it is not entirely out of place should direct help be required from a military organisation that has…
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Oyo State launches logo, theme contest ahead of 50th anniversary
By Adejayan Gbenga – Preparations for the 50th anniversary of Oyo State have officially begun as the Oyo @50 Celebrations Committee, chaired by Hon. Saheed Akinade-Fijabi, announced the launch of a logo, theme, and mascot design challenge to mark the golden jubilee. Speaking during the announcement in Ibadan, Fijabi said the contest aims to engage the creativity of Oyo citizens…
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NFF, Chelle to finalise Super Eagles squad for Gabon playoff
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, is set to meet with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Technical Committee this week to finalise the list of invited players and conclude preparations ahead of the 2026 World Cup African playoff. Nigeria will take on Gabon in the first semi-final of the playoff on November 13. A win will see the Super Eagles…
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World Cup playoff: Countdown begins as Nigeria face Gabon
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set for a decisive battle against Gabon in the African playoffs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The much-anticipated encounter will take place on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. (Nigerian time) in Morocco. For Nigeria, this is more than just a match — it’s a mission to return to the biggest stage…
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Aregbesola loyalists zone ADC 2026 governorship ticket to Osun West
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Omoluabi Progressives, a political group within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Osun State, loyal to former governor and National Secretary of the party, Rauf Aregbesola, has resolved to zone its 2026 governorship ticket to the Osun West Senatorial District. The decision was reached at the group’s November meeting held in Ilesa, which had…
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Socialite Akiin Shuga dies 37 days to 51st birthday
By Tosin Brown – One of Nigeria’s leading entertainment practitioners and finest live performers, Akinloye Tofowomo, popularly known as Akiin Shuga, is dead. He died on Thursday, October 30, 2025, in New Brunswick, Canada. He was 50 and would have turned 51 on January 6, 2026. Born on January 6, 1975, in Ile-Oluji, Ondo State, Akiin Shuga’s life was a…
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