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Nigeria’s Flamingos are gearing up for one of their toughest tests yet as they take on high-flying Italy in the Round of 16 at the ongoing FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, Soccernet.ng reports. The crucial encounter will take place on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at Pitch 2 of the Football Academy Mohamed VI in Rabat, with kick-off set for 8 pm local time. A place in the quarter-finals beckons for Nigeria, but they face a formidable Italian side who have been unstoppable so far in the competition. While Italy cruised through the group stage with three straight victories,…

Operation Feed Africa Initiative (OFA) has solidified its position as a formidable force in the fight against hunger, poverty, and social inequality across Nigeria and beyond through its unwavering dedication and transformative programmes.  The Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) also pledged to reshape lives and inspire hope in underprivileged communities. The Executive Director, Josephine Akinpelu, said its mission remains to nourish and empower the continent. “Over the past six months, we have made notable progress in combating hunger, fostering sustainable agriculture, and uplifting communities across Africa.”  She noted that their report highlights the distribution of millions of food packages to vulnerable populations, the establishment of…

The scheduled release date of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been unveiled as the former Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) jailmate plans to appeal his 2025 conviction, per information on the Federal Bureau of Prisons’ website.Release Date Set For Sean ‘Diddy’ CombsAccording to the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Combs is scheduled to be released on May 8, 2028.Combs was found guilty on two prostitution-related charges back in July of this year following a highly publicized trial that saw the rapper-turned-mogul acquitted on racketeering and sex trafficking charges.Combs, who was sentenced to 50 months behind bars on October 3, has also been ordered to…

Lara Adejoro The President of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors, Dr. Muhammad Suleiman, on Monday said the Federal Government owes doctors and other health workers across the country an estimated N38bn in accumulated allowances. Suleiman said this during a press briefing in Abuja while presenting the resolutions of the Extraordinary National Executive Council meeting, which followed the expiration of NARD’s 30-day ultimatum issued to the Federal Government. He warned that resident doctors have already begun ward rounds and patient-handover ahead of the planned nationwide total and indefinite strike, beginning Saturday, November 1, 2025. Suleiman explained that the outstanding payments…

Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has been shortlisted for the October British Gas Women’s Super League (WSL) Save of the Month, Soccernet.ng reports. Nnadozie’s latest recognition comes following her spectacular stop in Brighton & Hove Albion’s narrow 1-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur a couple of weeks ago. The 24-year-old, who joined Brighton earlier this season , has quickly established herself as one of the standout goalkeepers in the WSL. Photo Credit: WSL Her nominated save came from a powerful free-kick by Tottenham’s Eveliina Summanen, whose low, bending strike pierced through the Brighton wall before Nnadozie stretched full-length to push the…

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal push for the Premier League crown is attracting bold predictions as they sit atop the English Premier League table with 22 points… Former Nigeria and Chelsea midfielder Mikel John Obi insists Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal must finally go all the way this season, Soccernet.ng reports. The Gunners have been praised by the former Super Eagles captain for their squad depth as they continue to challenge at the top end of the table. That confidence is also reflected within the club. Arteta’s side recently defeated Crystal Palace and extended their lead at the Premier League summit. Mikel Obi: Ex-Super…

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and Army personnel were attacked on Monday at Ukpuje town, Owan West Local Government Area of Edo State. Mitchell Ofoyeju, State commander of the NDLEA, who stated this in a statement, said an officer of the agency sustained an injury during the attack. Ofoyeju, who said the community is notorious for cannabis cultivation and trafficking, noted that as the team advanced through the town, they encountered resistance from local cultivators, who ambushed them, resulting in an exchange of gunfire, which led the team to abort the operation before proceeding later. He said…

A newly discovered domain linked to MetaMask has reignited speculation that the long-rumored MASK token airdrop could be imminent. The emergence of a password-protected claim portal at claim(.)metamask(.)io has fueled widespread belief that Consensys’ popular Ethereum wallet is preparing to roll out its long-awaited token distribution. INTEL: MetaMask has registered a domain for claiming MetaMask tokens, suggesting the airdrop may be near— Solid Intel (@solidintel_x) October 27, 2025 How Soon Is the MetaMask Airdrop? The Countdown to MASK BeginsThe domain, first spotted earlier this week, features a login page that requests user authentication but provides no additional information. While MetaMask…

Peter Dada The Federal Government, in collaboration with the United Nations Education Trust Fund, has called on the media organisations and the practitioners in the country to join hands with it in protecting the rights of children. The FG, through the Federal Ministry of Information and Orientation, emphasised that journalists played a vital role in shaping public understanding, influencing attitudes, and protecting the most vulnerable members of our society, particularly children, hence the collaboration with the media. Speaking at a two-day training of media practitioners on ethical journalism and children’s rights reporting, on Monday, in Ibadan, Oyo State, the Permanent…

The Super Eagles lost the AFCON 2023 final to Cote d’Ivoire in February 2024… One-time Greek Super League winner William Troost Ekong has maintained that the Super Eagles of Nigeria are not favourites for the AFCON 2025 tournament, Soccernet.ng reports. The 32-year-old scored the most goals for Nigeria in Ivory Coast during the previous edition of the tournament, and is looking to lift the tournament in what could be his final appearance after winning bronze and silver medals. Former Tunisia U-23 coach Chiheb Ellili, alongside head coach of the Tanzanian national team, Hemed Suleiman, have nominated Nigeria to be one…