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The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has received backlash after posting on social media a campaign that Nigerians are “esteemed customers” during International Customer Service Week. The graphic, shared on X on Thursday, featured a photo of Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun. It included the message: “As we renew our commitment to placing you at the heart of our service,” along with the slogan, “Your Safety, Our Mission.” The caption read, “Yes, you – our esteemed customer, we celebrate you.” police’s ‘customer service week” post Within hours, the post had gained more than 122,000 views and hundreds of responses. Many…

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dissolved the Enugu State Executive Committee and approved a seven-member Caretaker Committee to manage the party’s affairs in the state. The decision was announced following the 179th meeting of the NWC held at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja on Thursday. The meeting was chaired by the APC National Chairman, Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda. According to a statement signed by Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Durosinmi Meseko, the dissolution followed a “comprehensive review of the state of the party in Enugu.” A seven-member Caretaker Committee has been constituted and is…

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has urged his teammates to remain focused and disciplined as they prepare to face Lesotho in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, Soccernet.ng reports.  Nigeria are desperate for victory after a shaky start to their qualification campaign, with the upcoming fixtures against Lesotho and the Benin Republic now considered must-win games to keep their World Cup hopes alive. Victories against the Crocodiles and Benin would lift the Super Eagles to 17 points and keep their hopes of securing a World Cup ticket alive. World Cup Qualifiers match between Super Eagles of Nigeria and Lesotho…

The National Transition Committee (NTC) of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has commended the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) for suspending the NYCN Board of Trustees and establishing an Interim Management Committee to oversee the council’s affairs. In a statement jointly signed by Chairman Gbenga Adedamola and Secretary Yahaya Baba, the committee described the move as a welcome development that has rekindled hope among members of the council, who have endured years of crisis and irregularities surrounding the organisation’s constitution. According to the NTC, the council had long suffered from manipulation, malpractice, misrepresentation, and misinformation orchestrated by some members…

The Super Eagles will face Lesotho and Benin in their final World Cup qualifiers—both must-win games to keep their qualification hopes alive… Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has urged his players to maintain total focus and intensity when they face Lesotho in Friday’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier tomorrow, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria, still chasing their first win of the qualification campaign, will be aiming to secure all three points and revive their hopes of topping Group C. The Super Eagles have opened camp in South Africa with key stars such as Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Alex Iwobi, and…

The Department of State Services (DSS) has cautioned Nigerians against dealing with one Barry Donald, a dismissed officer allegedly impersonating the agency to defraud unsuspecting citizens. In a statement posted on its official X handle on Wednesday, the DSS said Donald had been engaging in fraudulent activities using the Service’s name to extort money from members of the public. “Members of the public are therefore advised to desist from any dealings with him,” the DSS stated, warning that any form of business or personal transaction with the suspect could lead to financial or legal complications. The Service urged Nigerians with…

The Coalition of All Democratic Congress (ADC) received a setback with the resignation of the Women Leader of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Kaduna State, Hajiya Zainab Sani , on Thursday, a development describe as a major setback to the planned SDP–ADC merger reportedly being spearheaded by former Governor Nasir El-Rufai. Zainab, a formidable grassroots mobilizer from Giwa Local Government Area, and political ally of former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai has for years stood out as one of the most influential female political figures in Kaduna. The former stalwart who was also Women leader in All…

The National Council of State on Thursday endorsed the exercise of presidential prerogative of mercy by President Bola Tinubu, granting clemency to 175 inmates across the country. The Presidency said the gesture is aimed at decongesting correctional facilities and promoting restorative justice. The move, which came during the Council’s meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, reflects the administration’s commitment to tempering justice with mercy, while ensuring that deserving inmates are given a second chance to reintegrate into society. Briefing State House correspondents after the meeting, Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State explained that the Council considered a report from the…

As political permutations ahead of the 2026 Osun State governorship election begin to take shape, calls are growing louder within the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the adoption of a consensus candidate, with many pointing to Benedict Olugboyega Alabi (BOA), the immediate past Deputy Governor, as the most unifying and strategic choice. The push for Alabi’s candidacy comes in the wake of a major political development: the decision by former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola to withdraw from the 2026 race. APC insiders say the move, though unexpected, has created a pivotal opportunity for the party to unite early behind a candidate…

Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen joined Serie A side Napoli for €70m from LOSC Lille in 2020, Soccernet.ng reports. The 26-year-old was a part of the Napoli team that won the Scudetto for the first time in 33 years. He was also the league’s highest goal scorer in the 2022/2023 season. In four years at the club, the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup winner scored 76 goals and provided 18 assists in 133 games before joining Galatasaray permanently this summer. However, an investigation into the striker’s move from LOSC Lille has begun after WhatsApp chats between various figures…