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The people of Enugu North Senatorial Zone in Enugu State (Nsukka Zone) have asked President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the alleged marginalisation of the area in ministerial and other federal appointments. They stated that the zone remains the only one without a ministerial appointment in Enugu State in the last 26 years, urging the President to address the perceived injustice and neglect. The appeal was contained in a statement by a group within the All Progressives Congress (APC), known as Enugu North APC Frontiers. It followed the resignation of the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji.…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria qualified for the Play-offs by putting four goals past the Republic of Benin in Uyo on Tuesday… Head coach of the Gabon National team, Thierry Mouyouma, is already looking forward to his team’s clash against the Super Eagles of Nigeria in Morocco next month, Soccernet.ng reports. The Panthers accrued 25 points from a possible 30 in their qualification journey, losing just one game in the process. As a result, Gabon ended up in second place in Group F, just one point below Ivory Coast who have already secured qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.…

The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has condemned the planned nationwide protests demanding the unconditional release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), describing the move as a dangerous act of blackmail against the Nigerian state. Addressing a press conference in Abuja on Friday, CNG’s National Coordinator, Comrade Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, accused certain politicians, activists, and ethnic leaders of using the agitation as a political strategy ahead of the 2027 elections. Charanchi alleged that the campaign for Kanu’s release, reportedly championed by some Igbo elites, activist Omoyele Sowore, and a few “unpatriotic northern collaborators,” was…

A group of investors in Trinity Gardens, Abuja, has accused the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) of unfair treatment and the unlawful demolition of their property. They claimed that they complied with statutory regulations and legal obligations. The investors claimed that the area, originally designated to preserve greenery and maintain Abuja’s ecosystem, was developed entirely through private effort and personal funding. Speaking to journalists in Abuja, one of the co-investors, Mrs Jennifer Umeh, said the group’s purpose in addressing the media was to “appeal to the conscience of Nigerians” and draw attention to what they described as a deliberate attempt…

Nigeria’s Super Falcons and the U-17 Flamingos have both earned nominations for the National Team of the Year (Women) category at the 2025 CAF Awards, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Falcons, who clinched their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title earlier this year, will be aiming for a third consecutive CAF National Team of the Year award. Justin Madugu’s side showed both grit and flair, beating South Africa, Zambia, and hosts Morocco en route to the title in July. It was a run that reaffirmed their status as Africa’s queens of the pitch. Photo Credit: CAF Their main challengers…

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has secured another legal victory against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), reaffirming its right to field candidates and asserting its internal autonomy. In a ruling delivered on Friday, October 17, 2025, the Court of Appeal in Abuja, presided over by Justice Banjoko JCA and a panel of judges, upheld the Federal High Court’s August 2025 judgment in favour of the party. The appellate court dismissed INEC’s appeal, affirming that the commission cannot disregard official communications from the SDP’s Acting National Chairman, Dr. Sadiq Umar Abubakar, and National Secretary, Dr. Olu Agunloye. The legal tussle…

Lagos State University (LASU) has announced the commencement of applications for undergraduate students interested in participating in a digitisation project under its Study Work Scheme. The university stated that the selected students will support the development of its Open Educational Resources (OER) Portal, a digital platform aimed at improving access to academic materials. “The Lagos State University (LASU) hereby invites applications from interested undergraduate students for participation in the LASU Study Work Scheme,” LASU announced. “This initiative supports the development of the University’s Open Educational Resources (OER) Portal, a digital repository aimed at enhancing access to academic materials for all…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State has commended Governor Peter Mbah for his visionary leadership and transformation agenda, describing his development strides as a source of renewed hope and inspiration across the state. Stakeholders of the APC in Eke Ward, Udi Local Government Area, made the remark on Friday after a meeting that they said marked a turning point in the political history of the area. According to the stakeholders, Governor Mbah’s leadership style and achievements have not only transformed Enugu but also boosted the APC’s growing influence and prospects in the Southeast region. “Over the past twelve…

Ademola Lookman has started playing for Atalanta again after missing the the first four games of the season… Atalanta coach Ivan Juric has asked Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman to show some spirit when he returns to action after the international break, Soccernet.ng reports. Lookman had a turbulent summer at Atalanta. He was expected to leave for a bigger club after an impressive three-year stay that saw him lead the club to their maiden UEFA Europa League title. However, Atalanta frustrated solid offers from Inter Milan, Tottenham, and Bayern Munich. So, with two years left on his contract, he had…

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transforming the state’s waterways from mere geographical assets into corridors of economic opportunity and sustainable transport. Speaking on Friday at the official launch of the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) “Omi Eko Project,” Sanwo-Olu described the initiative as a historic milestone in reimagining Lagos’ transport and environmental future. “For centuries, water has defined the rhythm of Lagos — from the bustling trade canoes of our ancestors to the ferries that glide across our lagoon today. Our story has always been written on water. But history is not just what…