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The Federal Government and the European Union reaffirmed their commitment to deepening their strategic economic partnership as part of efforts to attract greater investment, expand trade and accelerate sustainable economic growth according to a statement by the EU delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS on Friday in Abuja. The commitment was reaffirmed at the 10th Nigeria–EU Business Forum, where government officials and European partners said ongoing economic reforms and stronger policy coordination were positioning Nigeria for increased investment and long-term private sector-led growth. Speaking at the forum, the Ambassador of the European Union to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot, said the…

Deborah Tolu-Kolawole The Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, has urged Nigerians to cultivate the habit of reading food labels before purchasing packaged foods, warning that unhealthy diets are driving a rise in non-communicable diseases across the country. Adeyeye gave the advice on Friday in Abuja at the launch of the Read the Food Label Campaign, organised by NAFDAC in collaboration with the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa, the World Health Organization, the University of Abuja and other development partners. She said the campaign was aimed at empowering consumers with…

Nigeria’s Super Eagles remain the only African team in history to finish top of their FIFA World Cup group in two consecutive tournaments, a remarkable achievement that has stood untouched for nearly three decades, Soccernet.ng reports. Only two African countries have ever won their World Cup groups. Nigeria achieved the feat at the 1994 and 1998 tournaments, while Morocco did it in 1986 and again at Qatar 2022. The Super Eagles’ accomplishment remains unique because they are the only African nation to repeat the achievement in back-to-back World Cups. Super Eagles legends Austin Okocha, Daniel Amokachi and Sunday Oliseh. Photo…

The Nigeria Democratic Congress on Friday vowed to challenge at the Court of Appeal the ruling of the Federal High Court in Lokoja, which set aside its earlier judgment directing the Independent National Electoral Commission to register the party. The party insisted it had not been deregistered and assured its members, candidates and supporters that its political activities would continue despite the court’s decision. NDC National Chairman, Senator Moses Cleopas, disclosed this in a statement posted on the party’s official Facebook page hours after Justice Isah Dashen nullified the December 10, 2025 judgment that compelled INEC to register the party.…

Nigeria Super Eagles’ battle with England for dual-nationality footballers may have taken another positive turn regarding highly-rated teenager Micah Olabiyi, Soccernet.ng reports. Young Olabiyi has admitted that his recent experience with the Super Eagles has made him think seriously about representing Nigeria in the future. The 16-year-old attacker was invited by Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle to train with the senior national team during the Unity Cup 2026 tournament held in London. The move was part of Nigeria’s effort to identify talented young players early and introduce them to the Super Eagles environment before they make a final international…

The Kaduna State Government has begun disbursing N100,000 each to 97 former inmates recently granted clemency by Governor Uba Sani to support their reintegration into society and reduce the likelihood of reoffending. Officials carried out the payment on Friday at the Kaduna Medium Security Custodial Centre, fulfilling the governor’s pledge to support the beneficiaries following their release on June 12 to mark Democracy Day. The inmates were freed under the governor’s constitutional prerogative of mercy, with the state also settling fines imposed on some of them to facilitate their release. Assistant Controller of the custodial centre, Dalhat Ibrahim, described the…

Ogbonnaya Ikokwu The Abia State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing accessible, affordable and quality healthcare services to residents as the renovation and upgrade of the Obingwa General Hospital, Mgboko, nears completion. Speaking during a pre-completion inspection of the facility on Thursday, the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Enoch Uche, said the hospital is one of the general hospitals undergoing extensive renovation across the state and is among those nearing completion. He added that the visit was aimed at assessing the level of work done and ensuring that the project aligns with the vision and directives of Governor Alex Otti.…

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has been warned that his place as Nigeria’s first-choice goalkeeper could be under serious threat if he does not find a new club soon, Soccernet.ng reports. Former Nigeria goalkeeper Ike Shorunmu believes Nwabali’s long spell without club football is becoming a major problem, especially at a time when Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle is rebuilding the national team ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Nwabali has been without a club since February 2026 after unexpectedly ending his stay with South African side Chippa United, a move William Troost-Ekong has delivered a Frank…

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Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle saw his contract extended for another four years by the Nigeria Sports Commission two days ago, but that decision has been met with question marks, Soccernet.ng reports. The 48-year-old was announced as the coach of the Nigerian National team in January 2025, initially joining on a two-year deal and was tasked with leading the three-time AFCON Champions to the World Cup after a dreadful start from their previous two coaches. Chelle managed to steady Nigeria, sealing four wins from six qualifier games to help seal a play-off spot. While they defeated Gabon in the…