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Tinubu challenges UN status quo, demands greater African voice at 80th UNGA
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has called for urgent reforms at the United Nations, warning that the global body risks becoming irrelevant if it fails to reflect the realities of today’s world. Addressing the 80th session of the UN General Assembly on Wednesday through Vice President Kashim Shettima, Tinubu criticised the UN’s reliance on “careful diplomatic language” in…
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All 14 constituencies to retain seats in Sports Federations — NSC
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive governance in Nigerian sports, emphasizing that all 14 recognized constituencies will retain full representation on the boards of all national sports federations. The assurance comes as preparations intensify ahead of the forthcoming National Sports Federations elections. In a statement issued after high-level consultations with key stakeholders, the NSC stated…
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WAFU-B U-17 Championship: Golden Eaglets whip Benin Republic 4-1
A hat-trick from George Agha and a sublime free-kick goal by David Edeh ensured a comfortable start for five-time world champions Nigeria in the WAFU-B U-17 Championship, as the Golden Eaglets routed the Baby Cheetahs of Benin Republic 4-1 in Yamoussoukro on Wednesday. Agha converted from the spot just three minutes into the game after Boluwatife Thompson was fouled inside…
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Ondo group vows to secure re-election for Tinubu in 2027
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Asiwaju Mandate Group (AMG) has pledged to work across Ondo State to ensure the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027. Speaking at the inauguration of its Leaders’ Council in Akure on Wednesday, the group stated that it would leverage its political experience and grassroots structures to garner overwhelming support for the President across…
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Collaboration vital to success against corruption, EFCC tells media, CSOs at workshop
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has emphasized that collaboration and a deep understanding of the challenges in fighting corruption are essential for success. This message was delivered by the EFCC Executive Chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, at the EFCC-Media/Civil Society Organisations Capacity-Building Workshop held at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday. Represented by the EFCC’s Director of Public…
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Adeleke gives free SIMs to workers as APC alleges spy plot
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has launched the “Glo Imole Connect Initiative,” describing it as a major step toward boosting efficiency and productivity in the state’s public service. The program, launched in partnership with telecommunications giant Globacom, will provide 20,000 mobile lines for public servants across the state under a Closed User Group (CUG) arrangement…
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Oyo govt issues traffic advisory ahead of Olubadan coronation
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Oyo State Government has announced temporary traffic restrictions in Ibadan ahead of the coronation of the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Royal Majesty, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, scheduled to hold on Friday, September 26, 2025. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the government said the restrictions will take effect from 7:00 a.m. on the day of…
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FG, Lagos launch HIV survey targeting over 11,000 residents
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Lagos State Government, in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Health and the National AIDS and STIs Control Programme (NASCP), will conduct a comprehensive HIV impact survey targeting approximately 11,397 residents across the state’s 20 Local Government Areas (LGAs). The Nigeria State-Level Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) Impact Survey (AIS) will take place between October and December 2025.…
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Controversy as Oluwo declares Oduduwa originated outside Ile-Ife
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, has sparked fresh controversy by declaring that Oduduwa, revered as the progenitor of the Yoruba race, migrated to Ile-Ife and was not a native of the town. In a video circulating on social media, the monarch, who spoke in Yoruba, argued that the true origin of Oduduwa…
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Tinubu summons former Rivers sole administrator Ibas to Aso Rock
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday summoned Ibok-Ete Ibas, the immediate past sole administrator of Rivers State, to the State House in Abuja. Ibas arrived at the Presidential Villa at about 5:50 p.m. A retired Vice Admiral and former Chief of Naval Staff, Ibas was appointed by Tinubu in 2023 as sole administrator to oversee Rivers State…
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