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Nigeria legend Segun Odegbami has delivered a brutal assessment of the Super Eagles following their 1-1 draw with South Africa in Bloemfontein, insisting his country did not deserve to win, Soccernet.ng reports. The 1980 Africa Cup of Nations winner expressed deep frustration with the team’s performance in Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier, a result that leaves Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2026 tournament in jeopardy. The Super Eagles went to Bloemfontein under pressure, needing victory to revive their campaign after a sluggish start. Nigeria s Super Eagles walk off the pitch after their 1-0 victory over Rwanda s Amavubi during the…

Civil society organisation, Nigeria Integrity Watch (NIW), has called on the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, to steer clear of partisan politics and concentrate on addressing pressing labour issues affecting Nigerian workers. In a statement released on Friday, NIW’s National Convener, Dr. John Samuel Nangi, faulted Ajaero’s recent intervention in the case of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who is currently serving a suspension by the Senate. NIW said the NLC’s public criticism of the Senate over the senator’s suspension amounted to “meddling in legislative affairs” and could undermine the union’s credibility and independence. “Ajaero should focus on…

Christantus Uche just joined Crystal Palace, and coach Oliver Glasner has tipped him to become an important player soon…. Crystal Palace coach Oliver Glasner has stated that Super Eagles midfielder Christantus Uche has the quality to be a direct replacement for Eberechi Eze, who just left the club for Arsenal, Soccernet.ng reports. Uche joined Crystal Palace from Getafe on transfer deadline day after an impressive debut season that saw him contribute four goals and six assists in 33 La Liga games. The Super Eagles star was brought in to give the Eagles some quality in the final third. But his…

The investigation into the death of Comfort Jimtop, a 100-level Mass Communication student at Taraba State University, has taken a dramatic turn following the discovery of the lifeless body of Emmanuel Kefas, the prime suspect in the case. Kefas’s body was discovered on Friday in the Tudiri community, Ardo-Kola Local Government Area, under unclear circumstances, intensifying public concern and adding a tragic dimension to a case that has already gripped the university community and residents across Taraba State. Confirming the development on Saturday, the spokesperson for the Taraba State Police Command, James Lashen, said the police received a report from…

Every four years, Bitcoin (BTC)’s halving reshapes the crypto market. Each event reduces block rewards, limiting new supply, and history has shown that such shifts often trigger large rallies across the entire digital asset space. With the next halving approaching, analysts are once again debating which altcoin could mirror past breakout runs. As crypto charts show a mixture of consolidation and sporadic pumps, the question of why crypto is down in some sectors while others prepare to surge has never been more relevant. Among the names surfacing in this conversation, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is drawing growing attention thanks to its…

Lara Adejoro New global cholera statistics published by the World Health Organization show an increase in both the number of people who fell sick and those who died from the disease. Reported cholera cases rose by five per cent and deaths by 50 per cent in 2024 compared to 2023, with more than 6,000 people dying from a disease that is both preventable and treatable. The report released on Friday said that while these numbers are alarming, they are underestimates of the true burden of cholera. Cholera is an acute diarrheal infection caused by consuming food or water contaminated with…

When it comes to worship that truly moves the soul, Mercy Chinwo always delivers. This time, she joins forces with Ghanaian contemporary gospel singer, songwriter, and pastor MOG Music for a brand-new song titled “None Like You Lord.” At its core, the song is a heartfelt declaration of God’s greatness. A reminder that there really is no one like Him in heaven or on earth. The lyrics repeat like a mantra of faith, carrying listeners into that space where worship feels both personal and collective. The music video brings the message to life beautifully. Picture Mercy Chinwo leading with her…

As part of efforts to complement government initiatives in mitigating the impact of hydrocarbon pollution, the Kebetkache Women Development and Resource Centre has organised a two-day training on community-based environmental remediation for women and other stakeholders in the Niger Delta region. Speaking after a guided visit to a hydrocarbon remediation site in Baraliagbo community, Tai Local Government Area of Rivers State, Executive Director of the centre, Dr. Emen Okon, said the programme was designed to build the capacity of community women to participate actively in environmental management and ecosystem restoration. “We have campaigned against pollution, we have campaigned for ecosystem…

Ghana’s Black Queens will step into uncharted territory this December when they take on England’s Lionesses in Southampton and Nigeria’s long-standing record will be on the line, Soccernet.ng reports. The fixture at St Mary’s on 2 December will be the first ever meeting between Ghana and England at senior women’s level. For the Lionesses, it will be their ninth encounter with African opposition, but only Nigeria have ever managed to beat them. Nigeria Super Falcons vs Ghana. Photo Credit: Adebayo Victor TV on X The Super Falcons stunned England twice in the early 2000s, winning 1-0 in July 2002 before…

The Association of Radiation Oncologists of Nigeria (ARCON) has called on the Federal Government to establish more cancer treatment centres across the country to curb the growing prevalence of the disease. Dr Nwamaka Lasebikan, President of ARCON, made the appeal at the opening ceremony of the association’s 8th Annual Scientific Conference and General Meeting, held in Port Harcourt. The conference, themed “Innovating Through Collaboration: Cultivating a Resilient Nigerian Oncology Ecosystem”, brought together medical experts, cancer survivors, and advocates. Lasebikan said the establishment of additional centres would improve access to care and assist in reducing the rising number of cancer cases…