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The State Executives of Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Osun State Chapter, under the leadership of Nathaniel Ogungbangbe, have asked local government workers to ignore the call by some “unregistered group” for them to resume duties on Monday, alleging that the factional group has been induced by the major opposition All Progressives Congress in the state to foment trouble. Activities at all the local government areas across Osun have been paralysed for over seven months since workers downed tools over controversy surrounding the control of the third tier of government by the ruling PeoplesDemocratic Party (PDP) and the…

The Federal Government has called for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to advance tourism as a key driver of sustainable national growth and development. The Federal Government said tourism, if properly harnessed, has the potential to serve as a catalyst for economic growth, attract local and foreign investors, and stimulate entrepreneurship across communities. Speaking in Ado-Ekiti during the official launch of the Visit Ekiti Project, Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, noted that tourism development plays a vital role in preserving cultural heritage and legacies, projecting Nigeria’s image on the global map, and promoting national pride. He also underscored the importance…

Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets closed their WAFU B U17 campaign with a professional 2-0 win over Burkina Faso in Friday’s third-place playoff in Yamoussoukro, but the victory was little more than consolation after another failed qualification bid for the Africa U17 Cup of Nations, Soccernet.ng reports. Ahmed Yusuf, handed his first start of the tournament, seized the moment with a clinical opener five minutes into the second half. The lively forward drove a low strike past the Burkinabe goalkeeper to put Nigeria in front after the Eaglets had wasted several chances in the opening 45 minutes. Golden Eaglets star Ahmed Yusuf.…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has offered his assessment of the Boko Haram insurgency, suggesting that the group’s emergence is rooted less in political or religious motives than in the pursuit of improved living conditions. He made the remarks on Friday while chairing the launch of Scars: Nigeria’s Journey and the Boko Haram Conundrum, a book authored by former Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor (rtd.), in Abuja. “I found, yes, there was Boko Haram. I found they were not really aiming for anything political or anything seriously religious. But in short, they were looking for a better life. And…

Amnesty International has described the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Oduaghan from the Senate in March 2025 as unconstitutional and a breach of democratic principles. The organisation’s Kogi State Director, Comrade Sunday Jato, stated this during a press conference at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Secretariat in Lokoja on Friday, as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary. Jato criticised what he called the “brigade approach” to suspending lawmakers, saying it violated due process and weakened democratic governance. “Amnesty International has a duty to put democracy under review, criticism, and scrutiny. Politics is not a monopolistic business that must…

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle announced his squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers today, and it has generated controversy amongst football fans in Nigerian. Some of the major stars like Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Alex Iwobi, Stanley Nwabali, and Calvin Bassey made the cut. Then, there are new invitees like Akor Adams and Olakunle Olusegun. Eric Chelle has unveiled his 23-man list for October’s #FIFAWCQ vs Lesotho & Benin . Captain William Troost-Ekong leads the teamSemi Ajayi, Terem Moffi, Alhassan Yusuf & Olakunle Olusegun returnAkor… pic.twitter.com/QPuM9QJQPX — Super Eagles (@NGSuperEagles) October 3, 2025 However, there are some players,…

The North-Central All Progressives Congress (APC) Forum has urged President Bola Tinubu and members of the National Assembly to reject calls for the creation of state police in the country. The Forum, comprising APC stakeholders in the North-Central region, made the plea in response to Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s recent call for the creation of state police.Mutfwang had, while speaking at a special court session organised to mark the commencement of the 2025/2026 legal year in Jos, declared that the time for state police has come. The governor urged the President and members of the National Assembly to support…

The Mokwa Flood Relief Support Group has presented cheques to school proprietors for the sponsorship of 88 pupils, victims of recent flooding in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State. The group also funded skill acquisition training for 41 widows and children in tailoring, catering, and soap-making. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony held at Beyge Primary School, Mokwa, Chairman of the group and retired Assistant Controller General of Customs, Ahmed Nasir, said the initiative was aimed at alleviating the hardship faced by survivors of the disaster. He noted that the flood had forced many children out of school while widows…

Super Eagles of Nigeria will head into their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Benin Republic and Lesotho with a squad valued at a staggering €295.2 million on the transfer market, Soccernet.ng reports.  This market value of the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations champions further solidifies their status as one of Africa’s most talent-rich football nations. Nigeria coach Eric Chelle unveiled a 23-man roster packed with stars plying their trade across Europe’s top leagues. Super Eagles stars. Photo Credit: CAF Comms Meanwhile, the team’s market valuation points to stars who are already established and emerging talents. Who made up…

The Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) 2023 governorship candidate in Lagos State, Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has predicted a decisive victory for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Jandor made the statement during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday. According to him, despite the strong opposition Tinubu faced in 2023, including losing in his home state of Lagos to Labour Party’s Peter Obi, such political upsets will not reoccur in 2027. “Remember, in 2023, Jandor and his Lagos for Lagos movement were outside, and this time, we are back inside,” he said. “So, it…