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The Flying Eagles of Nigeria will take on the Young Atlas Lions of Morocco in their second game of the 2025 Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday. Both teams won their opening games of the tournament, as Nigeria defeated another North African side Tunisia by a lone goal courtesy of Auwal Ibrahim, while Morocco beat Kenya 3-2 in what was an interesting fixture. While Nigeria showed defensive strength in their first game against Tunisia, Morocco did not. However, the Young Atlas Lions showed that they can score goals against Kenya. In this piece, Soccernet.ng spotlights five Moroccan players coach…

The FCT Police Command has recovered 21 stolen vehicles and arrested 1,611 suspects involved in various crimes, including car theft and drug offences. Commissioner of Police CP Ajao S. Adewale, while speaking at a press briefing, stated that the Command’s proactive, intelligence-led raids across identified hotspots have yielded significant results. Adewale reeled out key achievements in April 2025: 21 suspected stolen vehicles recovered, 15 individuals arrested in connection with vehicle theft, and 1,611 suspects apprehended in coordinated raids targeting blackspots across the FCT. Others include large quantities of cannabis, methamphetamine, codeine, Tramadol, and other illicit drugs confiscated. Of the recovered…

The Bayelsa State chapter of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has debunked rumours of any faction within the party and urged the general public to ignore such reports. Spokesman of the party, Ebiye Ogoli, was reacting to recent report that Governor Douye Diri had sacked some political aides who attended a rally organised in support of the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike. But Ogoli clarified that Wright Group was not a factional PDP in the state, but Wike’s supporters. He averred that Bayelsa state PDP has no faction, saying that all the state excos take directives from Governor Douye Diri, who is…

Former Super Eagles forward Emmanuel Amuneke has reacted to reports linking Guinean striker Serhou Guirassy with a potential move from Borussia Dortmund to Barcelona, Soccernet.ng reports. The Guinean international has been tipped as a potential successor to Poland star Robert Lewandowski, with speculation heating up as the 2025 summer transfer window approaches. Speaking to Africa Foot, Amuneke — who was groomed at Barcelona between 1996 and 2000 — shared his thoughts on why a move to the Nou Camp might not be in the best interest of either party. Serhou Guirassy of Borussia Dortmund [Photo credit/Imago] “Guirassy is a proven…

Lara Adejoro The National Health Insurance Authority has commenced on-the-spot assessment of the level of compliance with the new directives on the one-hour deadline for the issuance of pre-authorisation code by Health Maintenance Organisations. Based on the new guidelines introduced by the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the agency, Dr. Kelechi Ohiri, facilities are mandated to continue with the provision of healthcare services to enrollees if pre-authorisation codes from HMOs are delayed beyond one hour. In April, the agency implemented a new directive aimed at reducing delays in accessing healthcare services and enhancing patient care. It said the…

Photo credit: Novographer/Instagram If you’ve had “Kai” on repeat lately, these behind-the-scenes photos show just how that late-night vibe came together on set. Shot on set, the photos give a closer look at Olamide and Wizkid’s cool energy and easy connection. In one frame, Olamide stands to the right in a black suit, white shirt, and bow tie, caught mid-gesture as if right in the middle of a smooth line. Wizkid, on the other hand, keeps it laid-back in a hooded light brown-grey jacket and matching shorts. His white-soled sneakers add to the relaxed mood, and in one shot, he’s…

President Bola Tinubu has pledged to reclaim Nigeria’s ungoverned forests, particularly in the Northwest, using advanced technology and surveillance to combat banditry, kidnapping, and terrorism. Tinubu made this declaration while speaking at a state dinner in Katsina on Friday night in response to concerns raised by former Katsina Governor Aminu Bello Masari. Tinubu declared that his administration would intensify security operations in the region, emphasising that economic growth depends on safety. Tinubu stated, “On the issue of security raised by former governor Aminu Bello Masari again this evening, yes, I agree that security is a challenge for the country. I…

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen scored twice as Galatasaray thrashed Sivasspor 4-1 at Rams Park on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen led the line for reigning Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray when they welcomed Sivasspor to their home in Istanbul. Before the game, there were fears that the Super Eagles striker may not start due to fears that he could get suspended if he got a yellow card. Nonetheless, coach Orkan Buruk stuck with him. The Lions were massive favourites to win, and they grabbed the game by the scruff of the neck from the blast of the whistle. It took…

The Nigeria Police Force has arrested one Dauda Samuel, a 28-year-old male, for allegedly orchestrating an online recruitment scam by impersonating a top-ranking police officer on social media. NPF’s spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said on Saturday that Samuel, the suspect, was arrested by operatives of the National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) following credible intelligence and a series of public complaints. Samuel is accused of allegedly impersonating Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG), Frank Mba, on Facebook to fraudulently extort money from unsuspecting Nigerians under the pretence of offering employment in the police force. Adejobi revealed that Samuel was arrested in response to…

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Musa Iliyasu Kwankwaso, has warned against a campaign of calumny being directed at the person of the Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Usman. Kwankwaso stated this in a statement on Saturday while responding to a news story by an online media platform, Daily Nigerian. The report alleged bias in the selection process for ad hoc staff members for the 2025 Hajj operation. But in the statement, Kwankwaso said that the recent attacks on the chairman, including some unsubstantiated news stories, are part of a larger agenda…