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Wema Bank has celebrated the 10th anniversary of its internal sports festival, Wemalympics. The milestone edition, themed “We Strive, We Bond, We Win,” brought together over 7,000 employees, their families, partners, and sponsors to participate in a variety of indoor and outdoor games designed to promote fitness, teamwork, and camaraderie. Team South West emerged as the overall winner, topping the medal table across multiple sporting categories. Team Lagos secured second place after a close contest in the football finals, while Team South South/South East and Team North placed third and fourth, respectively. Wema Bank’s Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Moruf Oseni,…

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As the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) commenced its two-week nationwide strike, the Federal Government has directed vice-chancellors of federal universities to enforce the “no work, no pay” policy. This is coming as members of the Congress of University Academics (CONUA) have appealed to university authorities for protection to enable them to continue with lectures during the strike. The Federal Government’s directive was contained in a circular dated October 13, 2025, signed by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, and addressed to key education stakeholders, including the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, pro-chancellors of federal…

Chelsea, West Ham United, along with other top European clubs are interested in securing the signature of Kwara Football Academy star Abduljelil Kamaldeen… Kwara Football Academy (KFA) has denied reports circulating in some sections of the media that Flying Eagles midfielder, Abduljelil Kamaldeen, has signed for Belgian giants RSC Anderlecht, Soccernet.ng reports. Rumours emerged earlier this week claiming that the 16-year-old had agreed terms with Anderlecht following his impressive displays for the Nigeria youth team. However, the Kwara-based club have moved swiftly to dismiss the claims, and insist that the talented youngster remains in Nigeria. Flying Eagles’ Abduljelil Kamaldeen Has…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Monday swore in the newly appointed Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Benibo Anabraba, charging him to protect the interest of the state and discharge his duties with honour, humility, and responsibility. Speaking during the ceremony at the Executive Council Chambers of Government House, Port Harcourt, Fubara described Anabraba’s appointment as an act of divine favour, stressing that leadership positions come by grace, not human effort. “Let me first congratulate you. A few of us, not by our power but by the special favour of God, find ourselves in exalted positions. It’s not because…

The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has called on the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, to remain focused on his duties and ignore attempts by detractors to distract him from delivering on his mandate. In a statement issued in Abakaliki, the Deputy President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, described the recent attacks on the Minister as politically motivated, alleging that they stem from resentment towards his achievements and his strong alliance with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Isiguzoro said any attempt to undermine or discredit the Minister would be considered an attack on the collective dignity and progress…

The striker was unavailable for selection in Benin’s last game against Rwanda, but he is back for the Super Eagles game… The Cheetas of Benin have gotten a significant boost ahead of their game against the Super Eagles of Nigeria on Tuesday, as key attacker Junior Olaitan is available for selection, Soccernet.ng reports. Olaitan was a big doubt coming into this international break, as he was said to be injured at his club Goztepe. This even caused issues between the Benin FA and the Turkish club, as Benin felt that he would be fit enough to play against Nigeria. As…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has faulted the Federal Government’s ‘no work, no pay’ stance over the ongoing strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), describing it as insensitive and misleading. NLC President, Joe Ajaero, said in Abuja yesterday that the industrial action by university lecturers was forced on them by the government’s refusal to implement agreements freely entered into with the union. Ajaero noted that the public education system continues to suffer from chronic underfunding and the government’s failure to honour commitments made to academic workers. “The government’s continued refusal to implement agreements voluntarily reached with lecturers…

Nigeria’s electoral timetable is set for a major shake-up as the National Assembly proposes that the 2027 presidential and governorship elections be held in November 2026 — six months before the end of the current administration’s tenure. The move, which forms part of the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill 2025, aims to allow all election litigations to be concluded before the May 29, 2027 swearing-in of new leaders — ending the tradition of pending court cases dragging into a new government’s term. The draft amendment was unveiled on Monday during a public hearing jointly organised by the Senate and House Committees…

Burnley Football Club have confirmed that young centre-back Noah Adekoya has signed his first professional contract with the Clarets, Soccernet.ng reports.  Per the official club website, this extends the stay of the Nigerian descent at Turf Moor until the summer of 2026. Born in Liverpool and of Nigerian origin, Adekoya has been part of Burnley’s youth system since his U12 days where he rose through the ranks and earned a professional deal. Meet Noah Adekoya The 18-year-old defender of Nigerian descent has just signed his first professional deal with Burnley! Here’s what you should know about him (Check the comments)#BurnleyFC…