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All AFCON 2025 stadiums in Morocco have been confirmed, with the Africa Cup of Nations set to be staged across multiple modern venues as the North African country prepares to welcome the continent’s best teams, Soccernet.ng reports. The North African nation has selected venues from cities like Rabat, Tangier, Casablanca and Marrakech, among other cities. Below is a full breakdown of all the stadiums set to host AFCON 2025, including their locations, seating capacity, and historical significance. All AFCON 2025 stadiums in Morocco: 1. Stade Prince Moulay Abdellah – Rabat The stadium, located in Rabat, has a capacity of 68,700.…

The opposition Action Democratic Party on Tuesday faulted Nigeria’s fiscal direction following President Bola Tinubu’s presentation of the 2026 budget, warning that rising public debt, weak budget execution and mounting insecurity are pushing the country toward economic fragility. In a statement issued in Abuja, the National Chairman of the ADP, Yabagi Sani, said Nigeria was facing a “crisis of fiscal credibility,” arguing that successive budgets had prioritised headline figures over execution and outcomes. Sani noted that public debt had climbed beyond ₦100trn, with debt servicing now consuming a disproportionate share of federal revenue at the expense of social and capital…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, in collaboration with the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, has commenced a 14-federal constituency tour, beginning with Oyo Federal Constituency, aimed at reconciling party stakeholders and strengthening mobilisation structures ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The flag-off event, held at the Oba Adeyemi Stadium, Oyo, attracted a large turnout of party leaders and supporters from across the state. Former First Lady of Oyo State and Ambassador-designate, Florence Ajimobi, commended the initiative, describing it as a unifying platform that reflects the strength, discipline and renewed commitment of the Oyo APC as it prepares for a bigger victory…

Idowu Abdullahi Medical experts have warned Nigerians against relying on herbal remedies to treat hepatitis, stressing that local concoctions cannot cure the viral liver disease. According to them, using herbal remedies to treat hepatitis often delays proper diagnosis and treatment, increasing the risk of severe liver damage, complications, and death. The experts explained that hepatitis, particularly types B and C, which are common in Nigeria, requires evidence-based medical care, including proper testing, monitoring, and treatment. Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver caused by a variety of infectious and non-infectious agents, leading to a range of health problems, including severe…

Disturbed by the lack of access to care for children with limb loss in Nigeria, the IREDE Foundation, in partnership with NNPC/Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCo), has embarked on improving their health condition through its 3D printed prosthetic limb production. The initiative, the first of its kind by the Foundation, integrates digital scanning and 3D printing technology into its prosthetic workflow, significantly reducing production time, cost and discomfort associated with traditional methods.  Founder of TIF, Crystal Chigbu, who spoke at the launch of the printer, said the innovation was driven by the need to prioritise children’s dignity, comfort and timely…

The Take It Back (TIB) Movement has condemned the rampant attacks and harassment of individuals expressing legitimate dissent in Gombe State. The group called for an independent and transparent investigation into alleged human rights violations under the Governor Muhammadu Yahaya administration. The TIB Movement, therefore, called for an independent and impartial investigation to be conducted publicly, allowing victims of alleged political violence to make submissions without fear or intimidation. In a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Juwon Sanyaolu, the movement said there were disturbing revelations of a pattern of social and political repression in the state, which it said…

Bitcoin’s network hashrate fell 4% in the month through Dec. 15, a development that could set the stage for stronger price performance in the months ahead, according to analysts at VanEck. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin’s hashrate fell 4% in December, a pattern VanEck says has historically preceded stronger price returns. Miner profitability is under pressure as lower BTC prices and higher costs force capacity offline. Part of the hashrate decline may be permanent, with mining power shifting toward AI workloads. In a note published Monday, VanEck’s head of crypto research Matt Sigel and senior investment analyst Patrick Bush described sustained declines…

Nigeria begin their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations journey on Tuesday night with a Group C opener against Tanzania at the Complexe Sportif de Fès. Runners-up at the last AFCON in Ivory Coast, the Super Eagles arrive in Morocco seeking redemption after missing out on qualification for a second consecutive FIFA World Cup. Twelve years have passed since Nigeria last lifted the continental crown, and while the squad still brims with elite European-based talent, momentum has been uneven under new head coach Éric Chelle. Photo Credit: NFF Comms A revised CAF qualification format briefly reignited Nigeria’s World Cup hopes earlier…

The Kirikasamma Local Government Area of Jigawa State has introduced monthly allowances for former chairmen, deputies, councillors and other past political appointees as part of efforts to strengthen engagement with former leaders. The Chairman of the council, Maji Wakili Marma, announced the initiative on Monday at the council headquarters, saying it was aimed at enhancing collaboration and recognising the contributions of past office holders. Under the scheme, former chairmen will receive ₦50,000 monthly, deputies ₦40,000, secretaries ₦30,000, while ex-councillors will get ₦25,000. Marma said the allowances would be paid regularly to ensure consistency and sustainability. He commended the former officials…

Says Nigeria needs purposeful, inclusive, unifying leadershipA former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, yesterday, intensified his consultations ahead of the 2027 general elections, holding separate high-level meetings with former President Olusegun Obasanjo and former Military President, Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd). The closed-door meetings are part of Olawepo-Hashim’s ongoing nationwide engagements with elder statesmen and key national figures on the future direction of Nigeria. Sources familiar with the consultations said Olawepo-Hashim assured both former leaders of his capacity to tackle Nigeria’s security challenges, rebuild national unity, stabilise the polity, and restore economic prosperity. He reportedly…