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South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams dies at 25
By Tosin Omojola South African midfielder Jayden Adams, who represented his country at the FIFA World Cup, has died at 25. Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie confirmed his death on Saturday. McKenzie called Adams “one of South African football’s brightest young talents,” while CAF paid tribute, saying: “Football has lost one of its own.” Police are investigating after a 25-year-old man’s…
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Madugu unveils 25-player Super Falcons WAFCON squad
By Tosin Omojola Justin Madugu has named a 25-player Super Falcons squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), with captain Rasheedat Ajibade leading a star-studded team that includes reigning African Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year Chiamaka Nnadozie, veteran defender Osinachi Ohale, midfielder Jennifer Echegini and prolific striker Asisat Oshoala. Nigeria will defend their continental crown at the…
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Abiodun applauds Tinubu, Makinde, security agencies for rescuing Oyo kidnap victims
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the successful rescue of the victims abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, describing the operation as a testament to the President’s unwavering resolve to rid the country of criminal elements. Abiodun said the successful rescue of the victims, unharmed, validates President Tinubu’s assurance that…
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Oriire Rescue: Is Seyi Makinde still waiting for presidential phone call? – by Seye Oladejo
The successful rescue of the Oriire abductees is a moment of relief for every well-meaning Nigerian. We rejoice with the parents, families and the people of Oyo State whose prayers have finally been answered. We salute the gallant officers and men of our security agencies whose courage, professionalism and painstaking intelligence-led operations made the rescue possible. But beyond the celebration…
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Nasarawa Amazons battle Heartland Queens for women’s federation cup glory
By Tosin Omojola Two-time champions Nasarawa Amazons will face first-time finalists Heartland Queens in the women’s President Federation Cup final on Saturday, aiming for a third title. The match will hold at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba, Delta State, before the men’s final between El-Kanemi Warriors and Ikorodu City. Nasarawa Amazons reached the final after a 2-1 win over…
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El-Kanemi Warriors, Ikorodu City battle for federation cup glory
By Tosin Omojola The stage is set at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba, Delta State, as El-Kanemi Warriors and Ikorodu City clash in the final of the 2026 President Federation Cup on Saturday. Former champions El-Kanemi Warriors of Maiduguri will be making their fifth appearance in the final, while Ikorodu City of Lagos have reached the final of Nigeria’s…
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Obasa hails rescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers
Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has expressed joy over the rescue of the pupils and teachers abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. In a statement issued on Friday by his Chief Press Secretary, Dave Agboola, Obasa commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Federal Government, the Nigerian Police, the…
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Late Merino goal seals Spain’s semi-final spot
By Tosin Omojola Arsenal striker Mikel Merino emerged as Spain’s hero, scoring a dramatic 88th-minute winner to seal a 2-1 victory over Belgium and send La Roja into the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The quarter-final clash at the Los Angeles Stadium was a cagey affair in the opening stages before bursting into life, with the match appearing…
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Abiodun seeks judicial, fiscal reforms for state police
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has called for far-reaching judicial, fiscal and institutional reforms to ensure the success of the proposed State Police system, saying the initiative must go beyond creating new security structures to addressing the legal and financial frameworks that will sustain them. Speaking at the THISDAY/ARISE TV Town Hall Meeting on the State Police Bill, Governor…
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2027: Abiodun presents Yayi to Ijebu Obas, seeks royal support for APC
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Friday formally presented the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (YAYI), and his running mate, Mrs. Kudirat Abiodun Adegunwa-Balogun, to the Ijebu Traditional Council, seeking the support and blessings of the royal fathers ahead of the 2027 governorship election. The presentation, held at the Awujale’s Palace in Ijebu-Ode, marked…
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