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Manchester United are looking to strengthen their attack despite signing Bryan Mbuemo, Matheus Cunha, and Benjamin Šeško during the 2025 summer transfer window…. German-Nigerian forward Karim Adeyemi has emerged as one of Manchester United’s priority targets as they look to bolster their squad, Soccernet.ng reports.  The Red Devils have reportedly contacted his agent, Jorge Mendes, to obtain clarity on his current situation, as Dortmund continue to struggle with contract renewal talks. The 23-year-old’s future remains uncertain in Germany, especially with stalled negotiations over a release clause. Karim Adeyemi in action for Borussia Dortmund. Copyright: Imago Photo by Max Maiwald DeFodi…

The Anioma State Creation Movement has lauded Senator Ned Nwoko for spearheading renewed agitation to carve out an Anioma State from Delta State.According to the media director of the movement, Tonnie Osita Oganah, Nwoko is “a focused and patriotic leader” whose efforts have rekindled a decades-long struggle for a distinct Anioma polity and equitable representation for Igbos west of the River Niger. To Oganah, the proposed state would correct historical imbalances that have left the Igbo nation with fewer states and marginal allocations.  Specifically, he explained that Anioma people, who share language, culture, and traditions with Igbos of Anambra, Abia,…

Super Eagles of Nigeria face DR Congo in a make-or-break match on Sunday, 16 November 2025, with a place in the inter‑confederation playoff hanging in the balance, Soccernet.ng reports. After their dramatic 4-1 semi-final win over Gabon, thanks to goals from Sevilla FC duo Akor Adams, Chidera Ejuke, and a double from Victor Osimhen, the Super Eagles of Nigeria will battle it out against the Congo DR in less than 48 hours. The clash in Rabat is set to determine which African team will take another step toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Recovery session for the Super Eagles after…

The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) and the Ford Foundation have officially concluded the Bridges Project with a high-level stakeholders’ dialogue forum to reflect on lessons from four years of implementing the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) — particularly its HCDT provisions. The forum, which brought together leaders from government, settlors, regulators, Host Community Development Trust (HCDT) representatives, and community members, also provided a platform to chart the way forward for sustainable host community development in Nigeria’s oil-rich region. Launched in 2023, the Bridges Project has served as a transformative platform for dialogue and collaboration among regulators,…

The Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Zacch Adedeji, has called for comprehensive reforms to tackle Nigeria’s declining revenue. He made the remarks in Ilesa, Osun State, on Friday during the University of Ilesa’s inaugural 2025 Distinguished Lecture, titled “Economic Resilience in an Era of Dwindling Revenue.” Adedeji acknowledged that Nigeria has made gains in key economic indicators, including GDP growth, tax-to-GDP ratio, oil revenue contributions, and debt service levels. Despite these improvements, he cautioned that the country’s fiscal position remains fragile. He emphasized that restoring fiscal stability would require stricter expenditure discipline, broadening the tax base,…

Lara Adejoro The Director General of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr Jean Kaseya, on Thursday, lauded Nigeria’s progress in health financing and system reforms. Speaking during the second day of the 2025 Joint Annual Review of the Health Sector, themed “All hands, one mission: Bringing Nigeria’s health sector to light,” in Abuja, Kaseya described Nigeria as a model for the continent in tackling inefficiencies, promoting domestic resource mobilisation, and driving digital transformation in the health sector. The Africa CDC chief commended Nigeria’s approach to health sector planning and financing, emphasising that its progress offers valuable lessons…

Right from the fractious and very contentious 2023 Special Convention and presidential primary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the opinions of many Nigerians were that the main opposition party in Nigeria had literally gone into the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) – that section of a hospital where those in critical health conditions are managed. Today, the national elective convention scheduled to be held in Ibadan, Oyo State, by the National Convention Organising Committee (NCOC), has run into troubled waters as the two rival factions claiming authority over the party’s leadership are holding divergent stands. Ordinarily, the convention would have…

Stanley Nwabali has come under fire from a section of Nigerian fans… Nigerian Afrobeat star Odumodublvck has backed Stanley Nwabali to maintain his starting shirt in the Super Eagles squad, amid backlash from sections of Nigerian fans, Soccernet.ng reports. Nwabali has maintained his place as the first choice goalie for Nigeria since breaking into the fold last year, just before the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. At the time he joined the team, he was a breath of fresh air, as Nigeria had struggled to get a reliable shot-stopper in previous years. Maduka Okoye of Udinese Calcio during Serie A…

Benjamin Fredrick was the star performer for the Super Eagles against Gabon on Thursday…. Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has called Benjamin Fredrick a world class player, following his performance in Nigeria’s 4-1 win over Gabon on Thursday, Soccernet.ng reports. Fredrick was the star of the game when Nigeria defeated Gabon in the semifinal of the CAF World Cup playoffs on Thursday. He was cool, calm and collected at the back. The Dender man was rock-solid, comfortably shutting down Denis Bouanga and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. He was there to clean-up whenever Bright Osayi-Samuel didn’t do his job well, and his passing…

Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has submitted a list of 30 commissioner nominees to the State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation. The statement noted that the move aligns with Section 192(2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which empowers the governor to appoint commissioners subject to legislative approval.‎According to a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Abubakar Usman, the nominations were based on extensive consultations and candidates were selected based on merit, integrity, and a proven record of competence. The governor emphasised that the selection reflects his administration’s commitment to inclusive governance and…