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Speaker Abbas swears in Oyo’s newly elected lawmaker, Folajimi Oyekunle
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, on Tuesday, swore in Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle Sunday, popularly known as “Don,” as the newly elected member representing Ibadan North Federal Constituency in the Green Chamber. Oyekunle, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), was elected during the bye-election held on August 16, 2025,…
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Why was FIFA President Infantino with Trump at Gaza peace summit in Egypt?
FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s participation in the Summit for Peace held in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, on Monday may have been a surprise to those who were expecting only world leaders, presidents, and high-ranking officials to be in attendance at the Red Sea resort town. Infantino was photographed next to the co-chair of the event, United States President Donald Trump, in…
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Tinubu hails EFCC Chairman Olukoyede on birthday, commends anti-corruption efforts
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Olanipekun Olukoyede, on the occasion of his birthday anniversary, celebrated on Tuesday, October 14. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised Olukoyede for his professionalism, courage, and dedication to…
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Musawa hails Zuma Film Festival as catalyst for creative economy expansion
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa, has hailed the Zuma International Film Festival (ZIFF) as a major catalyst for the growth of Nigeria’s creative economy. Speaking at the 2025 ZIFF World Press Briefing on Monday in Abuja, Musawa described Nigeria’s film industry, Nollywood, as a vital contributor to national development and a…
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APC welcomes Governor Peter Mbah, Enugu stakeholders to party
By Kunle Sanni – The All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally welcomed the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, along with other political leaders and stakeholders from the state, into the party. In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka (CON), the APC commended Governor Mbah for his courageous decision to join Nigeria’s ruling progressive party.…
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Years after heartbreak, again, Nigeria’s World Cup fate rests in Rwanda’s hands
Just as it happened two decades ago, Nigeria’s World Cup hopes now rest in the hands of Rwanda. The Super Eagles must not only defeat Benin Republic in Uyo on Tuesday, the final match day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying series, but also hope that Rwanda can hold or beat South Africa in their decisive encounter. This situation…
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Senate receives President Tinubu’s request to confirm INEC chairman
By Kunle Sanni – The Nigerian Senate has received a formal request from President Bola Tinubu seeking the confirmation of Professor Joash Amupitan as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Senate President Godswill Akpabio read the President’s letter during Tuesday’s plenary session, alongside other communications from the Presidency seeking legislative approval for various appointments. President Tinubu’s request follows…
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Sowore’s march of folly: Reckless opportunism vs. justice in Nnamdi Kanu’s case, by Bukola Oyeniyi
Introduction Omoyele Sowore’s latest crusade – a “historic” march to Nigeria’s Presidential Villa demanding the release of detained separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu – is as dangerous as it is audacious. With combative fervor, Sowore presents himself as a champion of liberty, calling on all and sundry to join his #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest. But behind the grandstanding lies a reckless political opportunism…
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AMBO Movement consoles Akinlalu community over killings, pledges support for victims’ families
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The campaign organisation of a governorship aspirant in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State and Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, popularly known as AMBO, has visited the families of victims of the recent attack in Akinlalu, Ife North Local Government Area. He pledged full academic…
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‘Nigeria rejected me, now I’ll stop them’ — Beninoise striker Aiyegun declares
Benin Republic forward, Tosin Aiyegun, has expressed his determination to deny Nigeria a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The striker revealed that his motivation stems from the disappointment of being overlooked by his country of birth. “Nigeria have so many good players in top leagues around the world, especially in my position. So they stopped me from following…
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