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Ashe boosts Team Nigeria’s commonwealth games hopes with 100m victory
By Tosin Omojola With just two days to the start of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, Team Nigeria’s sprint squad has received a timely boost as Favour Ashe claimed victory in the men’s 100m at the BFTAA Open in Lee Valley, England. The Nigerian sprinter crossed the finish line in 10.06 seconds, aided by a +2.6m/s tailwind, to beat Great…
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Aketi lives on: 70th posthumous birthday of a courageous statesman – by Kayode Ajulo
As we commemorate the 70th posthumous birthday of our dearly departed brother, leader, mentor, and patriot, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, SAN, CON, I extend my heartfelt thoughts and prayers to his beloved wife, children, the entire Akeredolu family, and the good people of Ondo State, whose history has been indelibly enriched by his remarkable legacy. There are men whose lives…
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2030 World Cup expansion gains momentum as FIFA hints at 64 teams
By Tosin Omojola Strong indications have emerged that FIFA is considering expanding the 2030 FIFA World Cup to 64 teams as part of the tournament’s centenary celebrations. The proposal gained momentum after comments by a top FIFA official and growing support from some continental football bodies. CONMEBOL president Alejandro Domínguez publicly backed the idea in a post on X, suggesting…
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Digital safety now security priority, protect your identity – LSSTF Boss tells residents
The Executive Secretary/CEO of the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF), Dr. Ayodele Ogunsan, has said the realities of modern security require governments to protect citizens not only in physical spaces but also in cyberspace. Ogunsan made the remark during the maiden edition of the LSSTF Campaign Against Crime, Cultism and Other Vices (LSSTF-CACCOV) Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign, held virtually on…
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Hotel payment crisis disrupts Senegal’s WAFCON build-up
By Tosin Omojola Senegal’s preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) have reportedly suffered a setback after the national women’s team was forced to leave their training camp hotel in Dakar over unpaid accommodation bills. According to L’Observateur, the Lionesses of Teranga spent only two nights at the Axil Hotel before being asked to vacate the premises…
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2027: Ganduje dismisses Atiku, Obi’s chances in North
…says North will deliver victory for Tinubu Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has said former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, lack the grassroots support required to win the Northern region in the 2027 general elections. Atiku is the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) while…
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LASG intensifies campaign for cleaner, safer Lagos
…demands collective action for cleaner environment The Lagos State Government has reiterated that a cleaner, healthier and flood-resilient environment requires collective responsibility and behavioural change from all residents. The Permanent Secretary, Office of Environmental Services, Dr. Gaji Omobolaji, stated this at a Stakeholders’ Environmental Enlightenment Campaign in Amuwo-Odofin Local Government Area, saying the initiative aims to promote responsible waste management…
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Spain dominate individual Awards after 2026 World Cup triumph
By Tosin Omojola Spain not only lifted the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy but also swept most of the tournament’s major individual awards following their 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in Sunday’s final. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in extra time to hand La Roja their second World Cup title, while the newly crowned champions dominated the individual honours.…
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Mbappe makes history with second straight World Cup golden boot
By Tosin Omojola France captain Kylian Mbappe has made history by becoming the first player to win the FIFA World Cup Golden Boot twice after finishing as the top scorer at the 2026 tournament. The Real Madrid forward scored 10 goals in eight matches to beat Argentina captain Lionel Messi in the race for the tournament’s top scorer. Mbappe had…
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Super Eagles send bold 2030 World Cup message after Spain’s victory
By Tosin Omojola Shortly after Spain defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time in Sunday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final, Nigeria’s Super Eagles posted a brief but symbolic message on their official X account. “Congratulations to Spain on winning the 2026 #FIFAWorldCup. See you in 2030”, said Super Eagles. While congratulating the new world champions, the message also reflected…
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