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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…

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has urged the National Assembly to expedite the passage of proposed amendments to the country’s electoral legal framework. Yakubu made the appeal on Thursday in Abuja during a meeting with the European Union (EU) Election Observation Follow-up Mission to Nigeria, led by Barry Andrews, who also headed the EU Mission during the 2023 General Election. Yakubu emphasized that the early passage of the amended electoral law is crucial for INEC’s effective planning ahead of the next general election. “Uncertainty over the legal framework for the election can unsettle…

Saudi Arabia’s U20 coach, Marcos Soares, has admitted his side were second best in the first half against Nigeria, Soccernet.ng reports.  Speaking further, the former Oliveira do Bairro center back felt they could have taken something from the game before costly errors condemned them to another defeat at the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup. The Young Falcons fell 3-2 to the Flying Eagles in a thrilling Group F encounter on Wednesday. Nigeria struck early through Nasiru Salihu and regained the lead with Amos Ochoche’s brilliant strike before captain Daniel Bameyi sealed the win with a stoppage-time penalty. Nigeria vs Saudi…

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker has been ruled out until after this month’s international break, giving Arne Slot a major headache as he seeks to end his team’s mini-slump. The Reds have suffered consecutive defeats to Crystal Palace in the Premier League and Galatasaray in the Champions League after starting the season with seven straight wins. Alisson, who has struggled with injuries in recent seasons, was replaced by Giorgi Mamardashvili in the 56th minute of Tuesday’s game in Istanbul after hurting his hamstring. Manager Arne Slot confirmed on Friday his number one goalkeeper would not be fit to face Chelsea at…

Two students have been killed in a clash that broke out between two rival cult groups in Esa-Oke town in Osun State. One of the casualties was a fresh graduate of the Osun State College of Technology, Esa-Oke, identified only as Taoreed. Another was said to be an undergraduate of the state-owned polytechnic. Taoreed was hit by a stray bullet during a clash between rival cult groups in the community. The tragic incident reportedly occurred on Tuesday, 23 September, shortly after Taoreed had collected his National Youth Service Corps call-up letter from the institution. According to eyewitnesses, the violence began…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has denied agreeing to step down for anyone ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Atiku’s spokesman, Paul Ibe, said in a statement on Thursday that the interview the 2023 PDP presidential candidate granted in Hausa was misrepresented. “It has become necessary to clarify certain misrepresentations arising from the reportage of an interview granted by His Excellency, Atiku Abubakar, to the BBC Hausa Service by some sections of the media,” Ibe said in the statement he released on behalf of Atiku. “After a thorough review of both the video and transcripts of the interview – in…

  Toye Jay, also known as Akiika, has released the official music video for his track “Somori.” The visuals highlight themes of flamboyance, lavish spending, and the Southwestern charisma that has become a defining element of his style and persona. Originally released in August, the audio version of Somori quickly gained attention for its smooth blend of Afropop and rap. Now, with the arrival of the video, fans are treated to a deeper experience that brings the track’s themes to life. From stylish scenes in the heart of Lagos to high-energy performance shots, the video paints a full picture of…

The Super Eagles are set to miss back-to-back FIFA World Cups, as they sit third in their group… Former Nigeria and West Brom striker Brown Ideye has expressed his frustration with the Super Eagles‘ struggles in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles are set to miss out on a second consecutive World Cup, as they sit four points behind group leaders Benin, with just two games left in Group C. Nigeria has been disappointing, dropping points against Benin, Lesotho, and South Africa. Super Eagles including William Troost-Ekong and Stanley Nwabali (Photo credit: Imago) As it…