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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has released a list of criminal cases scheduled for hearing in various courts between October 6 and 10, 2025. According to the Commission, the cases include FRN v. Mohammed Said Musa at the FCT High Court, Asokoro, set for report of settlement or withdrawal on 6 October; FRN v. Ibitoye Abayomi and Another at the Federal High Court, Uyo, listed for continuation of trial on 7 October; FRN v. Abdullahi Yakubu at the FCT High Court, Apo, scheduled for hearing on 9 October; Lovely Inyang v. ICPC and Three Others…

Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has been shortlisted for the PFA Women’s Super League Fans’ Player of the Month award for September, capping off a superb start to life in England with Brighton & Hove Albion, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian shot-stopper, who arrived from Paris FC this summer, has quickly become one of the standout performers in the league. In just five appearances, she has kept two clean sheets, produced several outstanding saves, and helped Brighton secure seven points from their opening five games. Super Falcons and Brighton goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie. Photo Credit: Her commanding debut, a goalless draw against…

The Nigerian Senate is set to deliberate on a critical motion seeking to challenge what it describes as dangerous misrepresentations of the country’s security challenges, particularly the growing international narrative portraying ongoing violence in parts of Nigeria as a “Christian genocide.” The motion, which will be formally presented upon the resumption of the Senate in plenary by Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume (Borno South), a former Senate Leader, is titled: “Urgent Need to Correct Misconceptions Regarding the Purported ‘Christian Genocide’ Narrative in Nigeria and International Communities.” Co-sponsored by Senators Sani Musa (Niger East), Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko (Sokoto North), and Ibrahim Bomai…

Flying Eagles of Nigeria booked their spot in the Round of 16 of the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup after a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Colombia in Talca on Monday morning, Soccernet.ng reports. It was a game that tested the tactical discipline of Aliyu Zubairu’s boys, who needed at least a point to secure qualification. Despite falling behind early in the second half, the team showed composure to fight back thanks to a late Daniel Bameyi penalty that secured their ticket as one of the best third-placed teams in the group. Zubairu’s Second-Half Plan against Colombia Head coach Aliyu Zubairu…

Stakeholders have launched the Abia State Clean Cooking Alliance to promote access to clean cooking solutions and reduce dependence on traditional fuels such as fuelwood and charcoal. The initiative aims to tackle the economic, health, environmental and gender challenges associated with traditional cooking practices by developing a coordinated approach that brings together government, civil society, and the private sector. The high-level gathering attracted representatives from relevant ministries and agencies of the Abia State government, local government climate change desk officers, manufacturers, civil society groups, and people with disabilities. Speaking at the event, the Commissioner for Environment, Philemon Ogbonna, represented by…

Flying Eagles winger Sani Sulaiman has revealed the approach Nigeria will adopt when they face Argentina in the Round of 16 of the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria sealed their passage to the knockout stage after a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Colombia in Talca on Monday morning. Captain Daniel Bameyi’s late penalty rescued a vital point for the Flying Eagles, who advanced as one of the four best third-placed teams in the competition. Daniel Bameyi celebrates with the Flying Eagles of Nigeria after scoring a late equaliser against Colombia at the Estadio Fiscal de Talca, Chile, U-20…

Hull City and Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi was included in Eric Chelle’s squad ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and the Republic of Benin, Soccernet.ng reports. The three-time AFCON winners have been handed a boost in their qualification journey after South Africa had three points deducted by FIFA due to fielding an ineligible player in their game against Lesotho earlier on in their qualifiers campaign. As such, Nigeria have to make the most of their remaining two fixtures, although they’ll still need help from elsewhere, even if they win these games. Nigeria during the 2026…

In leadership, there are moments that define not just what you do, but who you become. For Afolake, one of those defining moments was her journey with the Aleto Foundation X DMG Media Leadership Programme- an initiative founded by Sir Ken Olisa OBE, CStJ, FRSA, FBCS, the first Black Lord-Lieutenant of Greater London and a passionate advocate for diversity in leadership. What started as a search for professional development became something far more profound: a masterclass in how real leadership multiplies itself. The Beginning Entering with Design Eyes, She first joined as a delegate in 2024, carrying with her the…

The Flying Eagles of Nigeria have advanced to the knock-out stages of the U-20 FIFA World Cup after playing to a 1-1 draw against Colombia at the Estadio Fiscal de Talca, Soccernet.ng reports. Like they did against Norway and Saudi Arabia, Aliyu Zubairu’s boys struck the woodwork early in the game courtesy of a Daniel Daga header in the third minute, but it was Colombia who took the lead in the 20th minute through Oscar Perea, only for the goal to be pulled back for offside. They eventually broke the deadlock in the 51st minute. A well-worked build-up play saw…

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