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The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has slammed President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, describing him as a “tribal bigot” whose utterances are divisive and dangerous to Nigeria’s unity. HURIWA said Onanuga’s recent remark that detained IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, will get what he deserves reflects hypocrisy and bias in the justice system, where some are punished for dissent while others are rewarded for hate. In a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Emmanuel Onwubiko, the group said, “Bayo Onanuga is the one who deserves to be in DSS custody, not Nnamdi Kanu.…

Ex-presidential candidate and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Dr Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has accused some political elements within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of allegedly sponsoring renewed allegations against him through his former wife, describing it as part of a smear campaign to discredit him ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement made available to journalists in Kaduna, Olawepo-Hashim alleged that his ex-wife’s recent claims in the media were orchestrated by remnants of the same political handlers who, he said, plotted to stop his 2019 presidential bid. He said, “She had been recruited by elements around Buhari in…

The Super Eagles of Nigeriaare set to take on The Crocodiles of Lesotho by 5:00 PM today at the Peter Mokaba Stadium, Polokwane, Pietersburg in South Africa, Soccernet.ng reports. While Nigeria need the victory more than Lesotho, a loss to the South African side will give Benin Republic and Bafana Bafana an edge in the race to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, captain and goalkeeper of the Lesotho team, Sekhoane Moerane, has revealed the Crocodiles are coming out with just one aim, to give their best on the pitch, and not to play in favour of anyone.…

The former Southeast spokesman to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Denge Josef Onoh, has exonerated the Department of State Services (DSS) of any blame regarding the screening of the former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji. Onoh, while addressing newsmen in Abuja, said that the act of consistently asking nominees for public office to undergo DSS screening is wrong and a total abuse of the functions of the organisation, which he said should be stopped immediately. He advocates that Nigeria should adopt globally accepted practices and grow beyond third-world country approaches. Involving the DSS was a practice of…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria settled for a 1-1 draw against South Africa last month… Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze has blamed the team’s failure to defeat South Africa last month on the quality of the pitch, Soccernet.ng reports. Last month, Nigeria suffered another dent on their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup after a 1-1 draw against South Africa, in what was an fiery clash. Just like most African countries, South Africa employed dark antics to ensure they got a result. South Africa coach Hugo Broos greets players during the 2022 FIFA World Cup, qualifier match between…

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has convicted Garuba Mohammed Duku, a retired Director of Finance and Administration with the Abuja Metropolitan Management Council (AMMC) under the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), for corruption and money laundering involving N318 million. The court found Duku guilty on a six-count charge filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in suit number FHC/ABJ/CR/608/2022. Justice Omotosho ruled that the prosecution had proved its case beyond a reasonable doubt through evidence and witness testimonies. Duku was sentenced to four years’ imprisonment on each of the six counts,…

After the release of his hit single “No Panic (30 BG),” Afrobeats artist Ftarget returns with a new track titled “Work Pay.” “Work Pay” is a catchy, easy-going song that celebrates the sweet rewards that come after hard work. With smooth vocals and an upbeat Afrobeats rhythm, Ftarget captures that satisfying moment when hustle turns into enjoyment. Speaking on the release, Ftarget shared, “It’s a song for everyone who’s been on their hustle — it’s about enjoying the fruits of your labour and living the soft life you’ve earned.” This marks his fifth single, following “New Level,” “Hear Me,” “No…

The University of Ibadan (UI), Oyo State, has been ranked Nigeria’s best university in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. The ranking, released on Thursday via THE’s official website, placed UI within the 801–1,000 band globally—reclaiming a position it last held in 2023. The institution moved up from fourth place in the 2025 rankings to surpass Covenant University, which had topped the list in 2024 and 2025. THE evaluated of 2,191 institutions from 115 countries based on 18 performance indicators grouped under five key areas: teaching, research environment, research quality, industry engagement, and international outlook. Following UI…

The veteran American gaffer worked part-time with the ten-time African champions before parting ways after the Paris Olympics last year  Former Super Falcons head coach Randy Waldrum has been named to the United Soccer Coaches’ 2026 Hall of Fame Class, Soccernet.ng reports. It is a fitting tribute to a man whose coaching career has spanned continents and decades. The American tactician, who led Nigeria’s women’s national team from 2020 to 2024, joins Craig Ewing, Al Miller, and Steve Sampson in a distinguished class that will be officially inducted at the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia in January 2026. Former…

Justice Maryann Anenih of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, on Thursday adjourned hearing in the alleged money laundering case instituted against the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, to November 12 after the EFCC called its sixth witness. When the case was called for continuation of hearing, the Prosecution first called its fifth witness, Victoria Oluwafemi, a compliance officer with Polaris Bank. The witness told the court the total credit to the account in question, which came from different senders, adding that the transfers from the account were in multiples of N10 million. He said the total…