Author: Press Room

Our reporters The number of casualties recorded in the devastating flood that ravaged the Tiffin Maza and Anguwan Hausawa communities in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State has risen to 151, with 3,018 persons displaced. The flood, resulting from torrential rainfall, hit the communities on Wednesday night, submerging homes and claiming over 100 lives, according to the state Deputy Governor, Mr Yakubu Garba. Sunday PUNCH reported that no fewer than 44 of the victims were interred on Friday, following the burial of 31 others recovered earlier in the week. In a statement on Saturday, the Niger State Emergency Management…

Super Eagles and FC Nantes winger, Moses Daddy-Ajala Simon, was delighted after winning the 2025 Unity Cup against Jamaica at the Gtech Community Stadium in Brentford yesterday, Soccernet.ng reports. The 29-year-old came off the back of a brilliant individual season with his club side, scoring eight goals and providing 10 assists in 35 games for the Yellow Canaries. Simon broke the deadlock for the Super Eagles against Jamaica and stepped up to sweep home a well-struck spot-kick in the penalty shoot-out as Nigeria lifted their first title under Eric Chelle. Moses Daddy Simon, and Benjamin Fredrick pose with the cup…

Senator Mohammed Sani Musa, CON, representing Niger East Senatorial District and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance, has extended heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Niger State following the devastating floods that recently struck Mokwa and its surrounding communities. In a message of solidarity, Senator Musa commiserated with Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, His Royal Highness the Etsu Nupe, and all those affected by the disaster, describing the incident as a “tragedy that has brought deep pain, loss of lives, displacement of families, and disruption of livelihoods.” “As a son of the soil and representative of the people,…

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle singled out Getafe star Christantus Uche for praise following his impactful substitute appearance against Jamaica, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigeria national team secured a hard-fought win over the Reggae Boyz in the 2025 Unity Cup final at the Gtech Stadium. Uche, who arrived at camp late, came on as a substitute and quickly made an impact, replacing Rangers FC forward Cyriel Dessers. Cyriel Dessers in action for the Super Eagles [Photo credit/IMAGO]Speaking after the game, as observed by Soccernet.ng, the Malian tactician saluted Uche’s display and gave a thumbs-up to his performance. “Christantus Uche made a…

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has revealed that he is looking to win more trophies for Nigeria after their success in the Unity Cup on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles beat Jamaica 5-4 on penalties after playing out a 2-2 draw in normal time to claim the Unity Cup title. It was not the best of performances from the Super Eagles, but there were some positives to be taken from Chelle’s tactical approach and the performance of some of the players like Samuel Chukwueze, Christantus Uche, Benjamin Fredrick, and Felix Agu. Although Unity Cup is not a big trophy,…

The Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral (Rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, has pledged to focus on educational development. Ibas stated this at the 43rd Convocation Ceremony of the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE), Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt, on Saturday. Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Ibibia Lucky Worika, Ibas described the theme of the 43rd Convocation, “The University Culture in Practice: The IAUE Experience”, as apt, especially given the current need for institutions to rise above mediocrity. “A thriving university culture is one that not only teaches but transforms. It builds bridges between learning and leadership, knowledge…

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has opened up on his thoughts following Nigeria’s victory over Jamaica in the Unity Cup final at the Gtech Stadium, Soccernet.ng reports. The Malian tactician praised several standout performers, detailed his tactical approach, and made clear his ambitions for the team ahead of their upcoming clash against Russia. Speaking in his post-match conference, as observed by Soccernet.ng, Chelle reflected on the significance of the tournament, the team’s mentality, areas that need improvement, and individual player contributions. William Paul Troost-Ekong and Coach Eric Chelle of Nigeria during the Men FIFA World Cup [Photo credit/Imago] Get…

Gbenga Odogun A man identified as Adamu Muhammed Tenimu, on Friday reportedly fainted at the Federal University Teaching Hospital, Lokoja, Kogi State, after receiving the news that his wife had delivered a set of triplets. The incident occurred shortly after the delivery. Eyewitnesses said the man, upon hearing that his wife had given birth to three babies, all girls, was overwhelmed by emotion and slumped. Hospital officials and sympathisers quickly came to his aid and successfully revived him. The new mother and her triplets were said to be in stable condition. Speaking to journalists shortly after regaining consciousness, Muhammed, a…

Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has praised Brentford Under-21s Player of the Year Benjamin Fredrick following his impressive debut performance in Nigeria’s victory over Jamaica in the final of the Unity Cup on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports. Only a few players can boast of winning a trophy for their country on their international debut, and Fredrick is one of them. More to follow….

The chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum and governor of Gombe State, Inuwa Yahaya, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic deaths of 21 athletes from Kano State. The athletes lost their lives in a fatal accident while returning from the 22nd National Sports Festival, tagged “Gateway Games 2025,” held in Abeokuta, Ogun State. In his reaction via his spokesperson, Isma’ila Uba Misilli, on behalf of the Northern Governors, Inuwa described the incident as heartbreaking and deeply painful. Misilli stated that the entire Northern region is grieving the loss of these young and promising athletes who had gone to…