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Senegal captain, Sadio Mane has faulted the Confederation of African Football (CAF)’s decision to award the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 title to Morocco, warning it could kill passion of fans. Mane’s reaction conveyed in an Instagram post on Tuesday night aligns with the position of the Senegalese Football Federation on the matter. Senegal defeated hosts Morocco 1-0 in a highly-controversial final match in Rabat on Sunday, January 18, 2026. In a Tuesday statement, CAF said the decision to award the final match to Morocco was taken by its Appeal Board in application of Article 84 of the Regulations…

Soludo begins 2nd term, promises to do more for Anambra •Obasanjo, Jonathan, Shettima, others grace occasion Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, and his deputy, Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim, were, yesterday, sworn in for a second term of four years. The duo took oaths of office to mark the commencement of their new tenure at a swearing-in ceremony which took place at the popular Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka, the Anambra State capital. Speaking shortly after taking his oath of office, Soludo thanked Ndi Anambra for the opportunity given to him and his deputy to serve them in the last four years;…

Azuh Arinze In a country where public perception of law enforcement is often shaped by skepticism and hard-earned distrust, it takes an extraordinary officer to inspire confidence, command respect, and, more importantly, deliver results. Mr. Tunji Disu is one such officer – a man whose career reflects not just competence, but also a rare blend of integrity, intelligence, and purpose. I first met Mr. Tunji Disu many years ago when he served as Commander of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) in Lagos. Even then, his reputation preceded him. The RRS under his leadership was not just another police unit -…

The National Secretariat of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of party chieftain, Prince Dr. Aderemi Akitoye, describing his passing as a painful loss to the party and the nation. In a statement issued by the National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, the party leadership, under the direction of Kabiru Turaki, extended heartfelt condolences to the Lagos State chapter of the PDP and the Akitoye Royal Family. The late Akitoye was hailed as a pillar of strength within the party, having served as Acting National Secretary and as a member of the Board of Trustees.…

Former federal lawmaker, Shehu Sani, has criticised the handling of the Africa Cup of Nations, alleging that the Senegal national football team were unfairly denied victory despite their performance on the pitch.In a strongly worded statement, Sani claimed that Senegal “won the AFCON on the pitch but was snatched by CAF in the boardroom,” describing the situation as “unconscionable” and a dangerous precedent for African football governance. He further argued that the actions of the Confederation of African Football undermined the integrity of the competition, particularly given that the Senegalese team reportedly protested during the match but returned to play…

A former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has launched a scathing criticism of Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, accusing him of associating with individuals allegedly linked to corruption. In a statement released on his Facebook, Omokri specifically referenced former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, alleging that Obi’s relationship with such figures contradicts his previous stance against what he described as “structures of criminality.” Omokri further claimed that Malami had been linked to assets worth ₦212 billion, which were allegedly ordered forfeited by a court as proceeds of corruption. He questioned Obi’s judgment, arguing that such associations undermine his credibility…

Philip Shuaib has emphasized the critical role of healthcare in advancing sports development in Nigeria, following a strategic meeting with a delegation from Alliance Hospital led by Dr. Christopher Otabor. Shuaib disclosed that discussions with the medical team focused on the future of sports medicine in the country, stressing that sustainable sports growth cannot be achieved without robust healthcare systems to support athletes. According to him, there is a renewed commitment to restoring global best practices in the sector, particularly in ensuring proper medical screening for athletes before competitions. He noted that prioritizing athletes’ health and safety remains fundamental to…

The Federal Government has declared Thursday, 19th March and Friday, 20th March 2026 as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, which signifies the end of the holy month of Ramadan. In a statement, the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani, says the declaration was made on behalf of the Federal Government by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. The Minister congratulates Muslims on the successful completion of Ramadan and urged them to sustain the virtues of love, generousity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice. He also called on Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for…

Nigeria is strengthening its role in training the next generation of scientists, technologists, and innovators through a series of new partnerships with institutions in the United Kingdom. The collaboration highlights Nigeria’s growing importance as a key education partner under the UK’s International Education Strategy. As part of the initiatives, the University of Birmingham and the University of Lagos have signed a new agreement to deliver programmes in Applied Artificial Intelligence, Digital Communications and Global Surgery. The programmes are expected to strengthen research collaboration and provide Nigerian students with expanded opportunities in emerging technology and healthcare fields. In another development, the…

President Bola Tinubu will commence a landmark state visit to the United Kingdom today leading a high-profile 17-member delegation including First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, as guests of King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle today. The visit marks the first by a Nigerian leader in 37 years and the first time a Nigerian head of state will be hosted by the British monarch at Windsor Castle. Departing Abuja on Tuesday, the two-day royal engagement from March 18 to 19 underscores the deep historical ties between Nigeria and the UK. The visit aims to boost relations across key areas…