Kano Governor’s APC Defection Remains Unconfirmed
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has yet to formally confirm his defection from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Earlier reports suggested that Governor Yusuf would register with the APC on Monday, January 12, 2026, at his Ɗiso Ward in Gwale Local Government Area. However, these reports […]
Truck Accident Causes Gridlock On Lagos–Ibadan Expressway
Severe traffic congestion was recorded on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway on Saturday morning following an accident involving a truck that overturned and blocked part of the roadway. The incident occurred in the early hours near the Ogere Bridge, disrupting traffic for motorists travelling towards Ibadan, Saapade, Alapako and nearby communities. The obstruction forced drivers to divert […]
Adepoju Tips Morocco, Ivory Coast, Senegal As AFCON Contenders
Former Real Madrid midfielder Mutiu Adepoju has identified Morocco, Ivory Coast and Senegal as strong contenders for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title, alongside Nigeria. Adepoju made the remarks ahead of the Super Eagles’ quarter-final clash with Algeria’s Desert Warriors on Saturday. Nigeria head into the encounter in confident form, having won all four […]
Pantami Denies Marriage Rumours With Aisha Buhari
Former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Professor Isa Ali Pantami, has dismissed reports claiming he plans to marry former First Lady, Aisha Buhari, describing them as false and baseless. The rumour spread widely on social media after a purported wedding invitation card circulated online, suggesting that Pantami and the widow of former President Muhammadu […]
Tax Committee Refutes KPMG Claims On Nigeria’s New Laws
The Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee has responded to recent concerns raised by KPMG regarding Nigeria’s newly enacted tax laws, which took effect on January 1, 2026. In a statement released on X, Committee Chairman Taiwo Oyedele said much of KPMG’s critique stemmed from misunderstandings of the policy intent and deliberate reform choices, […]
Akwa United To Miss Etim Against Calabar Rovers
Akwa United will be without midfielder Ndifreke Etim for their Nigeria National League (NNL) matchday nine clash against Calabar Rovers. Etim is sidelined due to a shoulder injury, ruling him out of the upcoming encounter. The midfielder has been a key figure for the Promise Keepers, featuring in most of the team’s matches this season. […]
PANDEF Forms Committee To Resolve Rivers State Crisis
The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), the apex socio-political group representing Nigeria’s South-South region, has established a high-level reconciliation committee to address the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State. The committee will be chaired by former Attorney-General of the Federation, Chief Kanu Agabi, the forum announced in a statement released to journalists on Saturday. The […]
Burkina Faso Coach Picks Nigeria, Praises Osimhen
Burkina Faso’s technical director, Vincenzo Alberto Annese, has named Nigeria as his pick to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, singling out striker Victor Osimhen as the tournament’s standout forward. Nigeria will face Algeria in the AFCON quarter-final on Saturday, with Annese highlighting the Super Eagles’ attacking strength as a major factor. The Italian […]
Nottingham Forest Eyes Nigeria’s Fisayo Dele-Bashiru
Nottingham Forest have emerged as a potential destination for Nigerian international Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, reports indicate. The English Premier League club has reportedly opened talks with Dele-Bashiru’s current Serie A side, Lazio, according to TuttoMercatoWeb. Lazio are said to be open to selling the midfielder but are expected to demand around €15 million plus bonuses for […]
Regragui Praises Diaz, Urges Humility Ahead Of AFCON Semis
Morocco head coach Walid Regragui has praised winger Brahim Diaz as a key player in his squad, following the team’s 2-0 victory over Cameroon in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-finals. Speaking after the match on Friday night, Regragui highlighted Diaz’s contributions and called on his players to remain humble and respectful toward all […]
