Author: Femi Fabunmi
NAFDAC to enforce full ban on sachet, small-bottle alcohol by December 2025
NAFDAC said it will work with the Federal Ministry of Health, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), and…
2026 World Cup playoffs: Nigeria, Gabon clash set for thrills and fireworks
Nigeria and Gabon senior men national teams go to war on Thursday evening in a 2026 FIFA World Cup African…
How nine Nigerian banks earned N14.7 trillion in just nine months
Overall, the first three quarters of 2025 show that Nigerian banks continue to benefit from high-yield lending and investments, but…
Report shows over 24 million persons living with diabetes in Africa
Dr. Mohamed Janabi, WHO Regional Director for Africa, made this disclosure in a statement marking World Diabetes Day 2025 in…
World Cup Playoffs: DR Congo tipped to qualify ahead of Super Eagles, others
DR Congo could have qualified directly if Senegal had not won their last game. Senegal beat Mauritania 4-0, while DR…
State vs Federal: Lagos drags National Assembly to Supreme Court over gaming bill
The 2024 Supreme Court ruling had made it clear that lottery and gaming are not part of the National Assembly’s…
AFCON 2025 Takes shape as CAF unveils official match ball ‘ITRI’
According to CAF, the new ball is a creative fusion of African tradition and modern innovation. Its design draws inspiration…
Serie A: Meet Ademola Lookman’s new coach at Atalanta
Palladino takes over from Ivan Juric, who was dismissed on Monday following a poor run of results. Atalanta’s decision to…
WESPAC 2025: Sponsors rally behind NSF, team Nigeria
With the 2025 World English Scrabble Players Association Championship (WESPAC) in Accra fast approaching, the board’s programs have ignited a…
Nigeria’s crisis not Christian vs Muslim war, says Soyinka
The 90-year-old author added that political leaders have taken advantage of religious differences to gain power while refusing to punish…
Islamic Games: Nigeria’s Adeshina reaches boxing final
Adeshina’s third-round performance was the key to her win, as she used quick footwork and better control to dominate the…
Batch C: NYSC begins three – day screening for foreign-trained graduates
The management warned that only those whose documents are physically verified and cleared will be deployed, exempted, or excluded from…
‘Not What You Think’ — Iwobi clears air on viral Super Eagles hotel video
Officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) are yet to issue an official statement, but sources within the camp insist…
Playoffs: Iwobi’s video of Super Eagles’ ’embarrassing hotel’ in Morocco draws massive criticism
Earlier this year, Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade complained about the rooms provided by CAF during the Women’s Africa Cup…
Supporters’ Misconduct: Trouble for Katsina United as NPFL bans fans, fines club ₦9m
This incident happened just weeks after the NPFL fined Kano Pillars ₦9.5 million for a similar case of crowd violence…
How ‘African Queen’ brought me fame, controversy – Tuface
However, the song has also faced long-running controversy. 2Face’s former bandmate, Blackface, has repeatedly accused him of stealing the song.…
Students beat teacher to death in Oyo over gambling
Efforts to contact the Oyo State Police spokesperson, Adewale Osifeso, for comments were unsuccessful. Reports say the students involved have…
World Cup Playoffs: How we’ll play against Super Eagles – Gabon coach, Mouyouma
Speaking before the game, Mouyouma said Gabon’s goal is to control the match and dominate the midfield.
Fayose, Obasanjo settle rift, hold meeting in Abeokuta
Fayose, known for his outspoken political views, has recently called for unity among southern leaders. His visit to Obasanjo is…
Nigeria’s Falconets crush rivals as WAFU B crown beckons
With only three teams participating, it means the teams will have to play each other twice. On Tuesday, the Falconets,…
NBSL Finals: Anambra emerge champions after penalty shootout defeat of holders Kebbi Fishers
President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON), NFF General Secretary Dr Mohammed Sanusi (MON) and NFF…
FIFA U-17: Morocco thrash New Caledonia 16-0, set new world record
The onslaught continued in the second half, with Nahel Haddani scoring twice, while Zakari El Khalfioui, Abdellah Ouazane (two), and…
Edo partners with FG to lift 54,000 women economically
In her remarks, ADAWA President, Hajiya Zuliat Bello-Osagie, congratulated Mrs. Abdallah on her appointment and praised her commitment to women’s…
2027: Igbos will take a position – Kalu
He said this while launching the Renewed Hope Initiative in Osisioma Ngwa Local Government Area of Abia State.
Naira depreciates again as CBN records 1.04% weekly decline
Despite the mixed performance, Nigeria’s foreign reserves continued to grow, reaching $43.32 billion as of November 6, 2025.
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Anambra Decides: Tension as APC responds to Soludo’s election victory
The APC candidate hinted that he has started to make consultations with his supporters, stakeholders, party agents across the state…
NPFL: Katsina United breaks silence on viral ‘player’s neck slit’
Katsina United Football Club has dismissed as false the circulating rumour alleging that its supporters engaged in acts of indiscipline…
Serie A: I have settled my rift with Ademola Lookman – Atalanta coach, Juric
The head coach of Atalanta football club of Italy, Ivan Juric has noted that his rift with current African footballer…
My plans for Donald Trump when I meet him – Ronaldo
He wants to tell Trump what they have in common if they ever meet one-on-one. Ronaldo spoke about this in…
Bombshell: Okocha drops shocking revelation about Nigerian football
Okocha explained that the hasty decision by football authorities to rebuild the team from scratch created instability and ended the…