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President Bola Tinubu has urged the Super Eagles to switch their attention to the 2025 Nations Cup after crashing out of the 2026 World Cup playoffs. It would be recalled that the team suffered a 4-3 penalty shootout defeat to DR Congo in Morocco on Sunday after the extra time ended 1-1. The President charged the Eagles to put behind them the loss to the Democratic Republic of Congo and prepare for the African Cup of Nations, which will be held from January 2026 to February 2026 in Morocco. Tinubu said in a statement released by his Special Adviser on…

Says Release Was Not a Clearance By Muhammed Akindele The Lagos State Government has dismissed reports suggesting that Nollywood actor Olanrewaju James, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, was acquitted of sexual offences by the Court of Appeal. Lagos Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro (SAN), made the clarification on Sunday, emphasizing that the circulating claims were “false, misleading, and capable of distorting public understanding of the judicial process.” His statement followed assertions by actor Yomi Fabiyi, who claimed on Friday, November 14, that Baba Ijesha had been released from prison because the Court of Appeal nullified all charges and…

By Muhammed Akindele The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expelled several prominent members, including former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike and former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose, over alleged anti-party activities. The decision was announced on Saturday during the party’s 2025 National Convention holding in Ibadan, Oyo State. Those expelled also include former PDP National Secretary Senator Samuel Anyanwu, Senior Advocate of Nigeria Kamaldeen Ajibade, Hon. Austin Nwachukwu, and a number of other party chieftains. According to the announcement made at the convention ground, the expulsion was ratified by an overwhelming majority of delegates in what party officials described as…

By Muhammed Akindele A serving member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Kaduna State, Oyaje Daniel, has come under intense criticism after a sexually suggestive comment he made on social media resurfaced and sparked public outrage. The controversial comment, posted on a Facebook page, appeared to sexualize Senior Secondary School (SS3) female students. The post has quickly attracted condemnation from some facebook users, who described it as inappropriate and harmful, especially coming from a corps member deployed to a secondary school environment. Following the backlash, a petition titled “Formal Complaint and Request for Disciplinary Action Against Serving Corps…

By Muhammed Akindele The youth wing of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has expressed strong support for the Federal Government’s recent moves to facilitate the return of former Deputy Senate President, Senator Ike Ekweremadu, who is currently serving a jail term in the United Kingdom. In a statement on Thursday, the National President of Ohanaeze Youths, Mazi Okwu Nnabuike, described the development as “heartwarming” and a sign of renewed national inclusiveness. He noted that several appeals made during former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration yielded no tangible intervention. Okwu said the initiative by President Bola Tinubu’s administration has restored confidence among Igbo youths…

Reps Ask FG to Suspend WAEC’s Plan to Introduce CBT for 2026 WASSCE By Muhammed Akindele The House of Representatives has asked the federal government to immediately suspend plans by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) to introduce Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). Lawmakers warned that enforcing CBT at this stage could lead to mass failure, psychological distress, and other negative consequences for millions of students who lack access to basic digital learning tools. The resolution followed a motion of urgent public importance moved on Thursday by Kelechi Nwogu (PDP, Abia), who…

Peter Obi Reacts to Wike, Naval Officer Clash, Calls for National Reflection By Muhammed Akindele The former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Mr. Peter Obi, has reacted to the recent altercation between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and a naval officer, describing it as “a reflection of the growing institutional disorder” in Nigeria. In a statement shared on his official social media handles, Obi said the incident was a needless embarrassment that exposed deep cracks in the country’s governance culture and respect for institutional boundaries. “What should…

By Muhammed Akindele The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned the non-payment of allowances owed to members of the Super Eagles, describing the situation as “unfortunate” and reflective of misplaced priorities in the country. In a statement shared on his official X handle (@PeterObi) on Wednesday, Obi criticized the government for neglecting athletes who, according to him, “patriotically raise our flag, bring us pride, and serve with dedication,” while public funds are often wasted on “needless lavish spending and political patronage.” “It is truly unfortunate that our Super Eagles, who consistently give their best in representing our…

By Muhammed Akindele The Nigeria Police Force has strongly condemned an article published by Sahara Reporters on November 10, 2025, alleging that the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, “smuggled names” into the Nigeria Police Academy admission list. In a statement issued by CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, Force Public Relations Officer, the Police described the publication as “false, malicious, defamatory, and a product of irresponsible journalism.” According to the statement, the Force said the report was a calculated attempt to mislead Nigerians and damage the integrity of the Police institution and its leadership. “The admission process into the Nigeria Police…

By Muhammed Akindele The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday, stormed Plot 1946 in Gaduwa District, Abuja, after reports emerged that soldiers had taken over the disputed parcel of land allegedly linked to a former Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Awwal Zubairu Gambo (retd.) During the unannounced visit, Wike expressed anger that officials of the FCT Department of Development Control were chased away from the site by armed soldiers while attempting to enforce a stop-work order earlier issued by his office. The soldiers reportedly blocked access to the land with a truck and physically…