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Matchday 32 of the English Premier League delivered more twists for Super Eagles players and their clubs as the season inches closer to the finish line, Soccernet.ng reports. For several Nigerian internationals, the weekend’s results either tightened the noose around relegation fears or revived their dreams of European football. Here’s how things stand for Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Paul Onuachu, Joe Aribo, Ola Aina, and their respective clubs after another dramatic round of matches. Ndidi’s Leicester City – 19th It was another weekend of dropped points for Wilfred Ndidi and Leicester City. The Foxes played out a 2-2 draw against…

In SummaryThe market capitalization in the Stock market in Africa is projected to reach US$1.42tn by the end of 2025.There are currently 29 stock exchanges operating in Africa, with a combined market capitalization of around $1.6 trillion.The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is the largest and most developed stock exchange in Africa. It has a market capitalization of over $1 trillion.The market volume within the Stock Exchange market in Africa is expected to be US$343.67bn by the end of 2025.Deep dive!!Africa’s economic indicators suggest a positive outlook for many capital markets in the continent—which is currently home to six of the…

Bankole Taiwo A member of the Ogun State House of Assembly representing Abeokuta South Constituency I, Lukmon Atobatele, has called for increased budgetary allocation to the health sector to ensure improved and sustainable healthcare delivery in Nigeria. He said the need for domestic health sector funding had become even more critical, as international health aid from the United States could be affected by policies under former President Donald Trump’s administration. The lawmaker made the call during a free medical outreach for over 2,000 residents of Abeokuta, Ogun State. The initiative provided treatment for malaria, diabetes, hypertension, and asthma, as well…

Senator Abdulhamid Malam-Madori, representing Jigawa North East Senatorial zone, has cautioned all those eying Danmodi’s seat in 2027 not to waste their time as there is “No Vacancy in jigawa Govt House.” Speaking at a Citizens and Government Engagement Programme in Birniwa Local Government Area of the state last Sunday said there is no vacancy for those dreaming of gunning for the governorship race in Jigawa State comes 2027. “Governor Namadi deserves a second term for him to consolidate upon his success for continuity in governance based on his outstanding performance,” he said. Malam-Madori, who is the Senate Committee Chairman…

From Njadvara Musa, MaiduguriResidents of Maiduguri Metropolitan Council (MMC) and Jere Local Council in Borno State have expressed joy following the inauguration of 25 water projects by Governor Babagana Zulum in their communities. The residents, who had endured months of water scarcity, said the governor’s intervention would bring much-needed relief. They praised Zulum’s swift response to the crisis, which had severely affected their daily lives and disrupted education and livelihoods. Since September of last year, floods have damaged water facilities in the affected areas, forcing residents to spend hours searching for clean drinking water. Community leaders reported that livelihoods have…

From Mansur Aramide, Ilorin An Upper Area Court sitting in Ilorin yesterday granted controversial hip-hop singer, Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, popularly known as Portable, bail in the sum of N1 million following his arraignment on charges of criminal defamation, intimidation, inciting disturbance, and cyberstalking. Presiding over the case, Sunday Adeniyi ordered Portable to provide two sureties in like sum as part of the bail conditions. According to the court, one of the sureties must be either the Chairman or Secretary of the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria (PMAN), while the other must own a landed property in a Government Reserved Area…

Eric Chelle has opened up on the path that led him to becoming head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, revealing that the appointment came through a formal application process — not through connections or back channels, Soccernet.ng reports. The 47-year-old French-born former Mali international was officially named Nigeria’s head coach in January 2025, succeeding Augustine Eguavoen, who had served in an interim capacity. Chelle’s appointment came as a surprise to many Nigerians, especially with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) previously in talks with more high-profile European names like former Sweden boss Janne Andersson and ex-Bayer Leverkusen manager Bruno Labbadia. Nigeria…

The Peoples Democratic Party, Ondo State chapter has urged Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to be alive to his duties of safeguarding the lives and property of residents of the state. The party’s state director of media and publicity, Mr Leye Igbabo, stated this in a statement issued on Tuesday in Akure. Igbabo said that the party was alarmed by the alleged ceaseless killings of hapless residents of the state by gunmen. He said that victims of such killings were lawfully engaging in their daily activities needed to bring food to their tables. “The party cannot, in all honesty, find reasons why…

In SummaryIn 2025, African countries are expected to see a 13% decrease in external debt service payments, dropping to $88.71 billion.The average public debt-to-GDP ratio for Africa is projected to decrease to 64.3%. While this indicates some easing of the debt burden, achieving fiscal sustainability remains challenging.Approximately 20 low-income countries in Africa are either in or at risk of debt distress.Deep Dive!!In 2025, several African nations have taken significant steps toward restructuring their sovereign debts to enhance economic stability and foster growth. Although significant debt issues persist in the continent, Africa is expected to see a decrease in its debt…

Nigeria’s quest to end a decade-long wait for U-20 AFCON glory may be thrown into uncertainty following a fierce protest from Senegal over Tunisia’s controversial entry into the tournament, Soccernet.ng reports. Senegal, the reigning champions, have accused the Confederation of African Football (CAF) of violating its own statutes by approving Tunisia’s participation via an informal email vote — after Côte d’Ivoire withdrew as tournament hosts, according to Foot Afrique. Tunisia neither qualified on merit nor earned automatic entry as hosts but were drafted into Group B at the last minute, joining Nigeria, Morocco, and Kenya. Champions, Nigeria’s Flying Eagles –…