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The absence of the Super Eagles from the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been lamented by former Nigeria and Watford defender Benedict Iroha, Soccernet.ng reports. The retired left-back represented the Super Eagles at two World Cup tournaments (1994 and 1998), and won the AFCON 1994 tournament with Nigeria’s golden generation. Converted from being a midfielder to a defender by Coach Clemens Westerhof, Iroha has recalled memories from the 1994 World Cup hosted by the United States of America, claiming the current edition reminds him of how the atmosphere in America was 32 years ago. Team photo of the Super Eagles…

Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has described Miss World Nigeria 2026, Tamunosoye Karibi-George, as a beauty with intellect, saying Nigeria stands a chance to produce another Miss World. Diri stated this on Tuesday when Karibi-George and her delegation paid him a courtesy visit in Government House, Yenagoa. The governor, who commended Tamunosoye for making the state proud, having represented Bayelsa in the competition, assured her of his administration’s support in her bid to contest in this year’s Miss World in Vietnam. He said her effort had greatly promoted the culture, traditions and environment of the Niger Delta. Commenting…

Super Eagles defender Chibuike Nwaiwu has emerged as a transfer target for Fulham in recent weeks as the club looks to strengthen its squad, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Nwaiwu has experienced a remarkable career trajectory over the last two years. The 22-year-old—who turns 23 next month—was playing for Wolfsberger AC just two years ago. Following consistent links to top European clubs, including Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea, he secured a move to Trabzonspor in January. Nigerian players Chibuike Nwaiwu and Paul Onuachu. (Photo credit: Trabzonspor x) ​He adapted to life in Turkey seamlessly, appearing in 21 matches and contributing three goals and one…

Fresh cracks have emerged within the Kwara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress as the three senators representing the state called for a review of the party’s recent primary elections and the establishment of a reconciliation committee to address growing grievances among members. The lawmakers, under the aegis of the Kwara APC Senate Caucus, expressed concern over what they described as the erosion of party cohesion and controversies surrounding the recently concluded governorship, senatorial, House of Representatives and State House of Assembly primaries. In a communiqué issued on Tuesday after a joint session and signed by Senators Saliu Mustapha…

On June 18, 2026, Nigeria’s external reserves touched $51.04 billion; this is the highest level since January 2009, according to Central Bank of Nigeria data showing the 30-day moving average rising to $51.035 billion as of June 18, 2026. Compared with $37.74 billion a year earlier, on June 18, 2025, this represents a year-on-year increase of $13.30 billion which translates to a 35.2% growth in 12 months. But here’s the question every Nigerian should be asking: if the country’s external buffer is the strongest it’s been in 17 years, why doesn’t it feel that way at the market or fuel…

By Wale Akinselure Medical experts have recommended healthy lifestyle changes, early diagnosis and appropriate treatment to prevent and manage acid-related disorders. The recommendations were made on Thursday at the 30th anniversary celebration of REALS Pharmaceutical Limited in Lagos. Delivering the keynote address, Consultant Family Physician at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, Dr Taiwo Alege, identified smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, poor eating habits, obesity, sedentary lifestyles and the indiscriminate use of painkillers as major risk factors. She said acid-related disorders, including gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, gastritis and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, were largely preventable through healthier lifestyle choices. According…

Super Eagles hopeful Tom Dele-Bashiru is on the verge of becoming Aris Saloniki’s first signing of the summer, Soccernet.ng reports. The Greek Super League club has reached a full agreement with Watford for the transfer of the former Nigeria youth international midfielder. Tom is the elder brother of Super Eagles and Lazio midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, wanted by Manchester United. According to reports from Greece, Aris and Watford have agreed a deal worth an initial €1.5 million, with performance-related bonuses capable of taking the total package to €2 million. The agreement effectively ends Dele-Bashiru’s seven-year association with the English club and…

The Nigeria Union of Teachers, Oyo State Wing, has hinged the reopening of public schools in the state on the government putting adequate security measures in place. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the NUT directed teachers in public schools to embark on an indefinite strike following the abduction of over 40 students and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of the state on May 15. The secretary of the union, Mr Olukayode Salami, told NAN in Ibadan on Tuesday that schools might reopen once the government implements adequate security measures to restore confidence among teachers, parents and learners.…

Victor Osimhen’s name has been plunged right back into the transfer rumour mills after Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez publicly revealed that he wants to leave the Spanish club, Soccernet.ng reports. The development could have a major impact on Osimhen’s situation at Galatasaray, where the Nigerian striker is attracting attentions from some of Europe’s wealthiest clubs. Atletico Madrid have already been linked with the Super Eagles star in recent weeks, and Alvarez’s latest comments could accelerate the Spanish club’s efforts to sign a replacement. Alvarez, who joined Atletico Madrid from Manchester City in 2024 for £81 million, has become one…

The Chairman of the Taraba State Environmental and Sanitation Agency, Illiya Kefas, on Tuesday said the decision to reduce the monthly allowance of members of the Operation Keep Taraba Clean programme, popularly known as street sweepers, from N15,000 to N10,000 was an internal administrative measure and not a directive from Governor Agbu Kefas. According to the Tribune, the clarification came a day after he told journalists in Jalingo on Monday that the reduction followed a directive from the governor aimed at managing available resources after the recruitment of new workers into the state and local government civil services. Speaking on…