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Super Eagles and Red Star Belgrade winger Peter Olayinka has weighed in on his side’s chances of lifting the UEFA Europa League following their 1-1 draw against Celtic, Soccernet.ng reports. The 29-year-old played just one minute in the clash against the Hoops at the Stadion Rajko Mitić, coming out in the 90th minute, as he’s still being eased into action after suffering an Achilles tendon injury. On the opposing side was Kelechi Iheanacho, who broke the deadlock in the 55th minute after coming on at half-time. Former West Ham and Inter Milan attacker, Marko Arnautovic, scored the equaliser ten minutes…

• INEC suspends Warri constituency delineationSocio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Bola Tinubu to disclose details of the selection and appointment process for the successor to Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, whose tenure as the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will end in November 2025. SERAP urged Tinubu to disclose the number and names of candidates for INEC chairman and whether the Council of State has been consulted or would be consulted in making the appointment, as constitutionally required. The organisation also urged the President to use the opportunity of the appointment of a new INEC…

Opposition parties in Ondo are in turmoil of defections, internal feuds, and claims of collusion, all weakening the ranks of the major opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and coalition African Democratic Congress (ADC). Is the loss of ground by the opposition of any advantage to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)? ADEWALE MOMOH reports. The idea of a strong and viable opposition is a crucial check on governmental power in Nigeria’s democracy, serving as a watchdog to guarantee accountability and openness. But in Ondo State, it seems this essential component of democracy has fallen apart, leaving a single, unopposed voice…

The Flying Eagles of Nigeria will face Norway in their opening game of the FIFA U-20 World Cup at the Estadio Fiscal de Talca in Chile, Soccernet.ng reports. Aliyu Zubairu’s side have been drawn into Group F alongside Norway, Colombia and Saudi Arabia. With kick-off time set for 9:00 PM WAT, the Flying Eagles will be hoping to grab all three points in their opener to put them on the front foot as they look to qualify for the knockout stages. Nigeria U20 Boys, Flying Eagles, have landed in Santiago, the capital city of Chile, for a 12-day final training…

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested two major drug kingpins in Lagos and seized large quantities of narcotics prepared for export to Europe and other destinations. The agency’s Special Operations Unit (SOU) apprehended Victor Nwosa and Felix Chika Obiegbu following weeks of intelligence gathering and surveillance on their networks. Nwosa, 64, who posed as a textile merchant, was arrested on September 17, 2025, at his home on Femi Kila Street, Okota, where 4.33 kilogrammes of heroin and 448 grammes of cocaine were recovered. Obiegbu, a 49-year-old wine distributor, was arrested on September 11 at his…

The Japanese kimono and textiles maker Marusho Hotta will change its name to Bitcoin Japan at a shareholders meeting next month.In an official Marumasa Hotta release, the firm said the name change will be officially instated at a meeting of shareholders on November 11.Marusho Hotta also announced that the company would change its English name to “Bitcoin Japan Corporation” as it begins stockpiling Bitcoin (BTC).The company first announced its new Bitcoin treasury business operations after a June deal saw the US-based crypto custody player Bakkt Holdings agree to buy a controlling share in Marusho Hotta. Bakkt Holdings has finalized the…

Nigeria’s aviation industry is plagued with underfunding, brain drain and limited opportunities for growth for pilots and engineers in the sector over the last 40 years. Capt. Ibrahim Yunusa stated this in his presentation at the 40th anniversary conference of the National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE) held in Uyo, Akwa Ibom, at the weekend. He spoke just as the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMeT) threatened to go on strike over unresolved issues. Indeed, barring a last-minute change, NiMeT workers may embark on industrial action over the “lingering unresolved issues” concerning welfare and non-compliance with official circulars by the…

Former member of the National Assembly, who represented Anambra South Senatorial District, Ikechukwu Obiorah, has submitted a constitutional amendment bill to the National Assembly, seeking to end decades of what he described as electoral manipulation and executive interference in Nigeria’s democratic process. The post Ex-lawmaker seeks review to deepen INEC, SIECs’ autonomy appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News – Nigeria and World News.

Super Eagles and Celtic forward Kelechi Iheanacho started his second game for the Hoops in their goalless draw against Hibernian, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Sevilla man has had a goal involvement in every one of his games for Brendan Rodgers’ side, except for the game against Hibernian at Celtic Park yesterday. Iheanacho hit the woodwork before he was taken off in the 67th minute, with Benjamin Nygren coming on in his place. Kelechi Iheanacho applauds the fans as he is substituted off. [Photo Credit/ ImagoxVagelisxGeorgariou].Get Our Sports News First – Join Our WhatsApp Channel Now! Despite not being on the scoresheet,…

Super Eagles and Sevilla centre-forward Akor Adams scored his first goal for the Spanish side in their 1-0 win over Rayo Vallecano, Soccernet.ng reports. Matias Almeyda’s side have had mixed form in the league this season, winning just two games before travelling to the Estadio de Vallecas. Adams joined the seven-time UEFA Europa League winners from Montpellier in January, but multiple thigh injuries have hampered his development in Spain. Akor Adams in action during the Spanish League, LaLiga EA Sports, football match played between Rayo Vallecano and Sevilla FC at Estadio de Vallecas on September 28, 2025, in Madrid, Spain.…