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Iyanuoluwa Abiola Healthy-looking livestock can harbour antibiotic-resistant bacteria and pass them to humans through contaminated food, water, animal handling and the environment, microbiologists have warned. The experts explained that resistant bacteria can live harmlessly in the intestines of cattle, sheep, goats and chickens, warning that inappropriate antibiotic use in livestock can promote the survival and spread of resistant strains. They further warned that the organisms could be passed out in animal faeces and contaminate food, water and the environment, adding that poor hygiene during slaughter, handling and preparation of meat and other animal products could facilitate their transmission to humans.…

The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations has started, and several African countries, including Nigeria’s Super Eagles, have begun striving for a ticket, Soccernet.ng reports. Three-time champions Nigeria started their journey on Friday with a win over Madagascar. Although the performance was not shiny, it is clear that the team can still improve. Other nations have also been busy. And interestingly, some African nations have some players of Nigerian descent playing for them. Two of these players with Nigerian connections found the back of the net for their respective countries to lead them to victory. Eventful start to the #TotalEnergiesAFCON2027 Qualifiers.…

Stakeholders of Abia North, under the aegis of the Alliance for Good Governance, have reiterated their resolve to support, protect and sustain the good governance model of Governor Alex Otti, beyond 2031 as the governor seeks re-election to office. Presenting the communique issued at the end of the meeting at the Isieke Civic Centre, Ugwueke, in the Bende Local Government Area of the state, on Saturday, was the group’s Secretary and spokesperson, and former Vice-Chancellor of the Abia State University, Uturu, Prof Mkpa Mkpa. The interest of the group, he said, is to ensure the continuation of good governance in…

Share Fact Checked by CryptoNews Editorial Team Author CryptoNews Editorial Team Part of the Team Since Sep 2018 About Author The CryptoNews editorial team is composed of seasoned writers specializing in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Their expertise ensures comprehensive, accurate, and insightful content for… Last updated:  September 27, 2026 Bitcoin and the wider cryptocurrency market are facing a renewed macroeconomic headwind as traders increasingly anticipate another Federal Reserve interest-rate hike in October. Fed October decision Polymarket odds are sitting at a 65% chance of a rate hike next month. The latest shift in expectations follows comments from Federal Reserve Governor…

Super Eagles newboy Moses Usor has revealed his ambitions and explained the kind of career he wants to build with the Nigerian national team, Soccernet.ng reports. The 24-year-old LASK forward enjoyed a dream debut for the Super Eagles during their 2-1 win over Madagascar last Friday, coming off the bench to score the winning goal with a brilliant individual effort. Ehsan Kari had given Madagascar a shock lead earlier in the game before another debutant, George Ilenikhena, restored parity in the first half. Usor then completed the comeback with his second half winner, marking his first appearance for Nigeria in memorable fashion. Nigeria…

The opening matchday of the Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers produced a mixture of strong starts, dramatic comebacks and surprise results across the continent. AFCON 2027 qualifiers’ Matchday One games were played from September 24 to 26. According to the Confederation of African Football on Sunday, continental heavyweights Nigeria, Morocco, Côte d’Ivoire, Algeria, and Cameroon all began their campaigns with victories, while Guinea-Bissau, Zimbabwe and Sudan also recorded notable wins. Here are 10 talking points from Matchday One: 1. Nigeria fight back against Madagascar The Super Eagles came from behind to beat Madagascar 2-1 in Group L. Ehsan Kari…

Taiwo Bankole On an operating table in Abuja, a patient lay undergoing surgery for kidney cancer. Hundreds of kilometres away, the surgeon controlling the procedure was seated at a console inside Redeemer’s Health Village in Redemption City, Mowe, Ogun State. Through a combination of surgical robotics, telecommunications and specialist expertise, the surgeon was able to guide robotic instruments inside the patient’s body and successfully remove the cancerous tumour. For the former Medical Director of the Federal Medical Centre, Ebute Metta, and now Chief Executive Officer of Redeemer’s Health Village, Dr Adedamola Dada, the procedure was more than a technological demonstration.…

Super Eagles striker Moses Usor has written his name into Nigerian football record books with his stunning winning goal against Madagascar on Friday, Soccernet.ng reports. Usor enjoyed a rare kind of Super Eagles debut and, in so doing, joined Akor Adams in an exclusive club before taking one of its records away from the former Sevilla striker. The LASK winger needed only four minutes to score after entering Nigeria’s 2-1 AFCON 2027 qualifying victory over Madagascar as a substitute in Uyo. Usor, therefore, beat Adams’ previous mark of 18 minutes for a goal on a competitive senior debut as a…

The Director-General, National Boundary Commission, Adamu Adaji, has revealed that the boundary disputes between Edo and Kogi states remain unresolved due to vanished landmarks, competing claims and community resistance. Adaji stated this in an exclusive interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja on Sunday. He said technical and administrative efforts had produced an approved boundary line, but implementation faced resistance from communities along the corridor. Meanwhile, Adaji said the commission recorded progress on the Abia-Anambra boundary, with 15 kilometres of the 23-kilometre stretch already agreed upon. According to Adaji, the Edo-Kogi boundary was defined under Legal Notice No.…

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