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Ex-NFF President, Galadima, dies at 74
By Tosin Omojola Former President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Galadima, has passed away at the age of 74. His death was confirmed on Saturday in Kano by former NFF General Secretary, Sani Ahmed Toro. “I regret to announce the death of our respected Alhaji Ibrahim Galadima, former NFA Chairman, today in Kano. May Allah reward him with…
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IHR demands Special Committee to tackle Hadaya irregularities ahead of 2026 Hajj
Independent Hajj Reporters (IHR) has called for the establishment of a special committee to oversee the payment and implementation of Hadaya (animal sacrifice) for Nigerian pilgrims ahead of the 2026 Hajj. The group said the move is necessary to prevent a recurrence of the alleged irregularities recorded during the 2025 pilgrimage exercise. IHR in a statement signed by its National…
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Ex-basketball player, Oyedeji, emerges key voice for Athletes worldwide
By Tosin Omojola Former basketball player Olumide Oyedeji has been appointed to the Athletes’ Commission of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), marking a significant milestone for Nigeria’s representation in global sports governance. Oyedeji, who currently serves as Secretary of the World Olympians Association (WOA) and Chairman of the Nigeria Athletes’ Commission, will represent the WOA on the IOC Athletes’ Commission…
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NITDA tasks Nigerian youth on home-grown AI solutions for national challenges
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has challenged young Nigerians to take the lead in developing home-grown artificial intelligence solutions to address the country’s unique socio-economic challenges. Delivering the keynote address at an Artificial Intelligence Hackathon organised by NITDA in partnership with VibeCode Africa in Abuja, the Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa—represented by the Acting Director of Digital Literacy…
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Nigeria’s youth population a strategic advantage, says NITDA DG
The Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has underscored the critical role of Nigeria’s human capital in driving national development and enhancing global competitiveness. Speaking while receiving a delegation from the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children’s Education at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja, Inuwa noted that Nigeria’s youthful and rapidly growing population presents…
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NITDA, NNPC collaborate to digitise energy sector
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Research, Technology and Innovation (RTI) Unit of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) are set to intensify efforts to drive digital transformation in Nigeria’s energy sector through a strategic partnership. Speaking during a meeting between both organisations, NITDA Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa, stressed the need for NNPC to move away from…
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Lagos inaugurates committee to drive statewide local govt development plan
The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, has commenced moves to extend the Local Government Development Plan (LGDP) across all 57 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in the state. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Kikelomo Bolarinwa, disclosed this during the inauguration of the Technical Working…
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Senator Eshinlokun-Sanni joins Lagos GAC
A former Deputy Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly and Senator representing Lagos Central Senatorial District, Sen. Wasiu Eshinlokun-Sanni, has been appointed to the Governance Advisory Council (GAC) of the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The appointment was disclosed in a congratulatory message shared on Facebook by Ibrahim Obanikoro, son of former Minister of…
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Obasa champions sports as key to building disciplined, resilient youth
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has described sports as a powerful tool for instilling discipline, resilience, and leadership in young people. Obasa made the remark at the 4th Biennial Inter-House Sports Competition of DE-Royal Apple Schools, held at the Agege Sports Stadium. In his address, the Speaker stressed the importance of investing…
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Busari invites 36 players, eyes qualification glory with Flamingos
By Tosin Omojola Ahead of this year’s FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifying matches, Head Coach Akeem Busari has described leading Nigeria’s Flamingos as a great honour. Busari was recently appointed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) as Head Coach of the 2022 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup bronze medallists. His remarks come as the Flamingos intensify preparations for their…
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