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Moroccan referee Jalal Jayed has been appointed to officiate the third-place playoff match between Nigeria and Egypt at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled for January 17, 2026, at the Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca. Jayed, a seasoned referee with experience in high-profile games, including the Africa Cup of Nations and FIFA World Cup…
The National Economic Council (NEC) is set to meet with the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, led by Taiwo Oyedele, to address concerns surrounding Nigeria’s new tax laws. This move aims to clarify and implement the tax reforms effectively, promoting economic growth and fairness. – Exemptions for Low-Income Earners: Individuals earning below N800,000…
Victor Osimhen’s participation in Saturday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations third-place play-off against Egypt is uncertain due to a hamstring injury sustained during Nigeria’s semi-final loss to Morocco. He was substituted in the 117th minute and is currently undergoing treatment. The Napoli striker is expected to be unavailable for approximately three weeks, which may impact…
A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has barred the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Simeon Chibuzor Amadi, from receiving or acting on any correspondence from the Rivers State House of Assembly relating to moves to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Nma Odu. The presiding judge, Justice F….
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has made a significant breakthrough in its fight against drug trafficking, arresting three suspects and confiscating 115 bags of Cannabis sativa, weighing approximately 1,600 kilograms, in Mowe, Ogun State. According to a statement issued by the NDLEA’s Public Relations Officer, Haris Musa, on January 14, 2026, the suspects,…
A heated paternity dispute has erupted between popular Afrobeats singer Davido and a 13-year-old Nigerian girl, Anu Adeleke, who claims to be his biological daughter. The controversy began when Anu, also known as Mitchelle Anuoluwapo Adeleke, publicly appealed to Davido to undergo a DNA test, sparking a firestorm of reactions on social media. According to…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has announced the immediate employment of children of fallen servicemen in the state as part of the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day activities. This move is aimed at providing direct socio-economic support to the families of deceased servicemen and improving the welfare of members of the Nigerian Legion…
The Dangote Refinery has significantly increased Nigeria’s domestic petrol supply by 64% to 32 million litres per day in December 2025, up from 19.5 million litres in November. This surge has led to a 19% decline in fuel imports, which fell to 42.2 million litres daily. The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA)…
In a shocking move, Abubakar Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Abba, as he is commonly known, has pledged his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. Abba cited the leadership style of Senator Barau…
Nigerian celebrities Davido and Peller are counting their losses after placing big bets on Nigeria’s AFCON semi-final match against Morocco. Davido staked a whopping $50,000 on Nigeria to win, while Peller bet $3,000 on the Super Eagles to triumph within 90 minutes. Unfortunately, Morocco won 4-2 on penalties, leaving both celebrities out of pocket. Peller…