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Chima Azubuike The Gombe State Government has received a consignment of medical equipment worth ₦90 million from the North-East Development Commission as part of efforts to support the state’s commitment to providing quality healthcare services to its citizens. The items were presented by the NEDC State Coordinator, Architect Mohammed, to the Deputy Governor of Gombe State, Dr Manassah Jatau, at the deputy governor’s office on Friday. Presenting the consignment, Mohammed explained that the delivery, which includes consumable and non-consumable medical equipment, followed a needs assessment that identified gaps in medical infrastructure and service delivery across the state. He noted that…

Super Eagles head coach Eric Sekhou Chelle has thrown his weight behind Nigeria’s goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, Soccernet.ng reports. The Chippa United number one came under heavy scrutiny during the October International break when the three-time AFCON Champions took on Lesotho and the Republic of Benin. The 29-year-old’s error led to a Lesotho goal, while another miscommunication mistake with Semi Ajayi almost led to the equaliser. What’s wrong with Nwabali there? DeFi shouldn’t be complicated.@Almanak__ takes care of strategy management so you can focus on the bigger picture.Lesotho super eagles Nigeria lookmanWorld Cup ndidipic.twitter.com/t4HY7CEcWP https://t.co/8dG4W9xaz6 — Chiads (@Chiads11) October 10, 2025…

Nigeria’s Flamingos have booked their place in the Round of 16 at the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup after surviving a dramatic group stage campaign that tested their resolve to the limit, Soccernet.ng reports. The team’s journey began in chaos but is now brimming with quiet confidence. After heavy defeats to Canada (4–1) and France (1–0), the Flamingos’ hopes looked doomed. Yet on Saturday evening in Rabat, they bounced back in style, thrashing debutants Samoa 4–0 to sneak into the knockout stage as one of the four best third-placed teams. FOURmidable Nigeria enter the knockouts! #U17WWC pic.twitter.com/FSJP5OSzRr —…

Wale Ajetunmobi, the Senior Special Assistant on Media to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said that the actions of those in authority in the state sometimes send wrong signals. This was after outrage erupted following news that the Lagos State Government had partnered with a woman they claimed was a critic of President Bola Tinubu, who once governed the state. The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture announced recently that it had partnered with the creator of Naija Brand Chick, Nelly Agbogu, for the mainland edition of the Lagos Tourism Naija Brand Chick Trade Fair. Reacting, netizens…

Bitcoin (BTC) is in the midst of a fresh shakeout this week, as a whopping $40.56 million in long positions were liquidated in a 24-hour window, highlighting just how nervous the market is ahead of key macro events. The world’s largest cryptocurrency is currently trading around $111,546 & down just a bit, despite the softer US inflation numbers & new institutional optimism. U.S. September CPI rose 0.3% month-over-month, below the consensus forecast of 0.4%, indicating inflation cooled more than expected. This softer reading suggests easing price pressures, potentially giving the Federal Reserve more room to cut interest rates without overheating…

Samuel Omotere In a move to cut out-of-pocket spending on healthcare, the Federal Government has announced the doubling of the National Health Insurance capitation fee from ₦750 to ₦1,450 per person. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, said the increase was part of reforms aimed at expanding access to affordable healthcare and achieving coverage for 44 million Nigerians by 2030. Pate disclosed this in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, noting that the development reflects President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the country’s steady progress toward universal health coverage. According to the…

The All Progressive Congress (APC), Niger State Chapter, has flagged off its campaign for the local council elections scheduled for November 1, 2025, across the 25 local councils. Performing the official flag-off in Minna over the weekend, Governor Muhammad Umaru Bago urged the electorates to come out in large numbers to vote for APC candidates. Bago noted that he wished the party emerges victorious in all the 25 chairmanship and 274 councillorship elections. The governor praised party members across the state for their commitment and unwavering support for his leadership and that of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, appealing for ongoing…

Victor Boniface made his full debut for Werder Bremen in their Bundesliga game on Friday… Werder Bremen defender Amos Pieper has praised Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface, following his full debut for the club in their 1-0 win over Union Berlin on Friday, Soccernet.ng reports. When Boniface joined The Green and Whites in the summer transfer window, he was expected to play an important role for the club this season, given his quality and antecedents. However, coach Horst Steffen took a surprising approach with the 24-year-old striker, as Boniface only got mimutes off the bench in his first five games…

The National Leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), on Saturday, reassured members and the general public of its commitment to restoring the integrity and glory of the party, which it said had been infiltrated by individuals described as “political vagabonds and refugees.” The party warned those involved in unauthorised congresses and other illegal activities to desist or face legal action. In a statement by the Acting National Chairman of the ADC, Hon. Nafiu Bala, the party leadership condemned the activities of persons allegedly parading themselves as members and leaders of the ADC without proper registration or recognition. According to…

Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh, and former Edo State governor, Adams Oshiomhole, on Saturday, recalled the role played by late media mogul, Raymond Dokpesi, in halting alleged attempts by former President Olusegun Obasanjo to extend his tenure in office. The duo made the revelation in Abuja at the 2nd Raymond Aleogho Dokpesi Diamond Lecture, organised by DAAR Communications and the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), with the theme “Communication and Development”. Momoh said Dokpesi combined foresight, personal engagement, and media influence to protect Nigeria’s democracy. The minister, who detailed Dokpesi’s role in the third-term saga, noted that…