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Post views: 41 By Silvernews Rangers International FC on Sunday dashed the hopes of football fans in Rivers State after clinching a dramatic Nigeria Premier Football League title in one of the most thrilling finishes in the league’s recent history. The Flying Antelopes secured the championship for the ninth time despite heavy pressure from title rivals Rivers United FC, …

Under the blazing lights of Showtime Arena, Meadow Hall, Lekki, the Showtime Bowl Series What was expected to be a tense battle for survival quickly turned into a showcase of elite football and championship ambition as three teams sent powerful messages to the rest of the league. Read also: NPFL shock: Remo stars confirm relegation after painful collapse of 2025/26 …

A former Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Hazeem Gbolarumi, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State ahead of the 2027 general elections, following a landslide victory in the party’s primary elections held in the 33 local government areas of the state. Gbolarumi polled a total of 3,615 votes to defeat his sole …

By Saleh Perkush The Headquarters Joint Task Force (North-East), Operation HADIN KAI, has warned residents of the North-East to remain vigilant ahead of the 2026 Eid al-Kabir celebrations, revealing that remnants of Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province are planning possible attacks during the festive period. The military, however, assured citizens that extensive security measures had already been …

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has accused the federal government of failing to fully comply with a Federal High Court ruling ordering the disclosure of details relating to Abuja’s controversial $460 million CCTV project, saying authorities have admitted they do not have detailed records of local contractors who benefited from the project. The human rights group revealed this …

Nigerian international Semi Ajayi secured promotion to the Premier League with Hull City following a dramatic EFL Championship play-off final victory over Middlesbrough. An added-time goal from Oli McBurnie proved decisive as Hull City overcame Middlesbrough and completed their return to the English top flight. Ajayi put in a composed defensive performance and played the full 90 minutes of the …

The Lagos State Government has stepped up its crackdown on environmental violations, arresting no fewer than 931 people for waste-related offenses within a year of ongoing enforcement operations across the state. The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this on Sunday during the 2026 ministerial press conference held in Alausa, Ikeja, saying the state has significantly strengthened …

The African Democratic Congress has confirmed its three consensus candidates for the Borno South, North and Central senatorial seats in the upcoming general elections. According to the party, Alhaji Idris Mamman Durkwa has emerged as the candidate for Borno South Bulama Fugu Ibrahim (Borno North), while Babagana Zanna is for the Borno Central senatorial ticket. This is because the opposition …

*Opposes ex-wife’s attempt to suspend judgment The latest is yet to be heard in the bitter love affair between former Nigerian Shipowners Association (NISA) Chairman, Chief Isaac Morakinyo Jolapamo, and his ex-wife, ex-Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) staffer, Olufunke Otti, over control of a luxury property in Ikoyi. What began as a promising union between a wealthy shipping tycoon and his …

Post views: 71 By Akeem Busari Preparations for the 2026 Unity Cup, scheduled to take place from 26-30 May 2026 in London, have reached fever pitch, as organizers have taken a step further with the announcement of the appointment of renowned FIFA-licensed football agent, Dr. Drew Uyi, as the tournament’s official cultural ambassador. Reacting to the news, an elated …