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Appeal Court overturns Makinde’s suspension of NURTW in Oyo
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Court of Appeal sitting in Ibadan, Oyo State, has nullified the suspension of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in the state, declaring the action taken by Governor Seyi Makinde in 2019 as unlawful. Governor Makinde had, on May 31, 2019, announced the proscription of the union, citing a breakdown of law and…
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BBNaija 10: 23-year-old Imisi wins N150m grand prize
By Tosin Brown – The highly anticipated finale of BBNaija Season 10 ended with 23-year-old Imisi Opeyemi Ayanwale emerging as the winner of the N150 million grand prize. The finale, broadcast live on Africa Magic via DStv and streamed on Showmax, began at 7 p.m. with electrifying performances from Afrobeats stars Iyanya and Adekunle Gold. After spending 72 days in…
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CAF expands Women’s AFCON to 16 teams from 2026 edition
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a major milestone for women’s football on the continent — the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) will expand from 12 to 16 teams beginning with the 2026 edition. Originally, next year’s tournament in Morocco was scheduled to feature 12 teams, with qualifiers already in the second and final round. However, the…
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Garlands for the Guardian of the Mines at 69, by Kehinde Bamigbetan
Today, 6 October 2025, the Honourable Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Henry Dele Alake clocks 69. For many in Nigeria, the name conjures memories of his decades as a journalist and public communicator. These days, it represents a new hope for sustainable reform in Nigeria’s solid minerals sector and Africa’s mining industry. To understand the minister, you must know…
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Barau FC, Kwara Utd suffer home defeats as 3SC beat Plateau Utd
By Tosin Omojola – The drama in the Nigeria Premier League (NPFL) continued on Sunday, with two away victories recorded in some Matchday Seven fixtures. Warri Wolves bounced back from last Sunday’s home loss to 3SC of Ibadan as they handed a 1-0 defeat to hosts Barau FC, who had won away to Kun Khalifat the previous weekend. In Ilorin,…
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Tinubu hails ex-Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Irabor, at 60
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Eluonye Irabor (rtd), on his 60th birthday, describing him as a courageous patriot and one of Nigeria’s most remarkable soldiers. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu commended the retired general for his…
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NSC hails weightlifter Lawal, federation for performance at IWF World Championships
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has commended Nigeria’s weightlifting sensation, Rafiatu Folashade Lawal, for her historic performance at the 2025 International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) World Championships in Forde, Norway. On Saturday, October 4, Lawal made history as the first Nigerian to win three silver medals at the World Championships, competing in the fiercely contested women’s 58kg category. She lifted 101kg…
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Olopade hails Pinnick’s new FIFA role as testament to global influence
The Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has described Amaju Pinnick’s new position in FIFA as a well-deserved honour, recognizing his immense contribution to global football development. The former NFF President currently serves as the Deputy Chairperson of the FIFA Men’s National Teams Competitions Committee. The committee is one of the most powerful and influential administrative…
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No security aides withdrawn from Udom Emmanuel, says Akwa Ibom govt
The Akwa Ibom State Government has dismissed as false and misleading reports claiming that security personnel attached to former Governor Udom Emmanuel or any other past governor in the state have been withdrawn. The Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Aniekan Umanah, made the clarification while addressing correspondents on Saturday, describing the reports as “a baseless fabrication intended to mislead the…
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Adelabu declares 2027 governorship bid, says Oyo deserves people-centered leadership
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Minister of Power and 2027 All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Oyo State, Adebayo Adelabu, has said his political ambition is not driven by personal interest but by a genuine desire to improve the lives of the people. Adelabu made this known over the weekend while addressing APC leaders, stakeholders, and members in Oke-Ogun…
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