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The Super Eagles will lock horns with the Taifa Stars of Tanzania in their 2025 AFCON opener on Tuesday… Mauritanian official Dahane Beida has been appointed as the center referee for Nigeria’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations opener against Tanzania this Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The Super Eagles are set to begin their quest for a fourth AFCON title at the Complexe Sportif de Fès in Morocco. Ahead of the highly anticipated fixture, CAF has confirmed that the 33-year-old Beida will be the man in the middle. Bassey, Lookman, Aina, Iwobi, Ajayi Super Eagles players in training gear (Photo by Imago)…

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, on Monday charged the newly inaugurated chairman and members of the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) to ensure that they discharge their mandate independently to further strengthen democracy in the state. Makinde gave the charge at the swearing-in of the new OYSIEC members, held at the Executive Council Chambers, Office of the Governor, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan. Speaking after the administration of oath of office on the members and signing of the oath of office book, the governor admonished them to handle their assignment with transparency and fear of…

The Senate has risen in defence of one of President Bola Tinubu’s career ambassadors-designate, Emmanuel Adeyemi, following the controversy that trailed his screening over his inability to name all three senators from Ekiti State. The incident occurred during the screening of career nominees by the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, when Adeyemi momentarily struggled to recall the name of one of the three Ekiti senators, triggering sharp criticism from some lawmakers. Reacting to the backlash on Monday, the Senate Spokesman, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, urged Nigerians not to blow the issue out of proportion, describing the episode as a minor lapse…

The opposition Action Democratic Party (ADP) has strongly condemned alleged post-legislative alterations to Nigeria’s Tax Act 2025, dismissing claims of a “printer’s error” as indefensible and warning that the controversy reflects a deeper crisis of governance under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Speaking at a State of the Nation address in Abuja on Monday, the National Chairman of the ADP, Engr. Yabagi Yusuf Sani, described the reported alterations as a “grave constitutional violation” that strikes at the heart of parliamentary authority and democratic accountability. “You cannot explain away alterations to an Act of Parliament as a printer’s devil. Defending the…

Despite the Lagos State Government pouring billions of naira into water provision, many residents still cling to wells, boreholes, and sachet or bottled water to get by. UTHMAN SALAMI examines the cracks in the public water system—and the urgent fixes needed to make safe water a reality for all, in this investigative report There was nothing unusual about the morning of November 12, 2025, in Owode-Orile. A thick blanket of fog hung over the community, so dense that it was difficult to see anyone standing just a few metres away. Yet, through the mist, the silhouette of a woman moved…

No fewer than 45 illegal immigrants from Benin Republic, Chad, Sudan and other African countries have been arrested by the police to curb social vices in Ogun Community. Secretary of the Conflict Resolution Committee and Other Related Matters, Hadi Sani, who disclosed this in an exclusive interview on Monday in Abeokuta, said the committee facilitated the arrest in Sabo Community to curb anti-social behaviour in the area. He said that the 45 illegal immigrants were nabbed in Sabo Community following the alarm raised by Hausa residents over strange faces and behaviours of the immigrants, which were alien to the people…

Aave Labs has ignited fierce controversy by unilaterally pushing a critical governance proposal to vote without notifying its author, escalating tensions over brand ownership that threatens to redefine the relationship between the DeFi protocol’s DAO and its founding company.The hasty move, which bypassed ongoing community discussion, has been condemned as a breach of trust by contributors and token holders who view it as an attempt to control the narrative around who truly owns Aave’s most valuable assets.Ernesto Boado, co-founder of BGD Labs and the proposal’s author, publicly disavowed Aave Labs’ decision to submit his ownership proposal to Snapshot. “This is…

Nigeria’s Super Eagles will head into the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations ranked among the continent’s elite after FIFA released the final world rankings of the year, Soccernet.ng reports. According to the latest FIFA World Rankings published on Monday, Nigeria finish 2025 ranked 38th in the world, retaining both their global position and their status as Africa’s sixth-ranked team. It is a steady end to a year of fluctuating fortunes for the Super Eagles, who ultimately close the year six places higher than where they began. Photo Credit: NFF Comms The rankings provide a revealing snapshot of Nigeria’s standing on…

President Bola Tinubu has set his sights on building a “secure, competitive, and prosperous Nigeria” in 2026, following what the Federal Government described as a year of consolidating reforms and strengthening national foundations. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated this on Monday while briefing journalists at the end-of-year press conference held in Abuja. According to him, 2025 marked a period of stabilisation across key sectors, while 2026 would focus on translating those gains into lasting national growth and security. “The journey of 2025 was one of reinforcing and strengthening foundations. The mission of 2026 is to…

Tanzania head coach Miguel Gamondi has acknowledged the quality of the Super Eagles of Nigeria ahead of their AFCON 2025 Group C opener, Soccernet.ng reports.  The Argentina-born tactician insists that the Taifa Star must deliver a near-perfect performance to stand a chance against the 2013 AFCON champions. Speaking at the official pre-match press conference, as observed by Soccernet.ng, Gamondi praised Nigeria’s attacking depth but stressed that Tanzania will not approach the game with fear; instead, they will focus on their organisation and belief as they prepare for the continental heavyweights. Gamondi on Super Eagles’ attack Gamondi admitted Nigeria possess one…