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The Executive Director of Sports Development and Operations of the Edo State Sports Commission (ESSC), Mrs. Sabrina Chikere, has attributed Edo Queens’ triumph in the 2025/26 Nigerian Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership to teamwork, resilience and unwavering determination. READ ALSO: RIYE U15 Athletics Circuit Organizers Express Satisfaction With Egba Zone Revelations, Hope For More Revelations To Come Edo Queens clinched …

Gunmen have attacked the National Institute for Political and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) in Kuru, Plateau State, killing three security operatives in a fresh wave of violence against security outfits. The Plateau State Police Command confirmed the incident on Tuesday, describing it as a fatal assault which occurred in the early hours of the day. Police spokesperson Alfred Alabo revealed in …

Egypt produced one of its most memorable FIFA World Cup performances on Monday, drawing Belgium 1-1 in their opening Group G match at Lumen Field in Seattle. The Pharaohs looked on course for a famous victory after Emam Ashour gave them the lead in the 19th minute with a stunning shot from outside the penalty area. The goal, Ashour’s first …

Due to the former French occupation of Senegal and the history of football, France-Senegal is an absolutely massive match that will write its final chapter on Tuesday.As Michael Olise continues to make his case to win the Ballon d’Or and Senegal look to move past the controversy of winning the Africa Cup of Nations only to have their title stripped …

…Healthcare facilities to obtain dedicated private electrical systems …Reform is expected to improve emergency care and service delivery Daud Olatunji The federal government has unveiled a sweeping plan to end chronic electricity outages in Nigeria’s hospitals, introducing a private sector-led model that will see healthcare facilities powered by dedicated energy systems in a bid to eliminate reliance on generators. For …

By Joseph Amedu, Lokoja The Kogi State Government has reiterated its ban on excessive graduation ceremonies in nursery, primary and secondary schools, warning that any school violating the directive will be shut down. The government also reaffirmed the ban on graduation ceremonies by university students after final semester exams across the state. The Councilor for Education, the Hon. Wemi Jones, …

Tunisia became the first team to sack their coach at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup after a disappointing start to the tournament. The Tunisian Football Federation has announced the dismissal of coach Sabri Lamouchi following the 5-1 defeat against Sweden in the opening match of Group F on Sunday. The heavy defeat left Tunisia bottom of the group and …

Dangote Industries Limited has stepped up efforts to strengthen its position in the global fertilizer market, leveraging a strong track record of investments and strategic partnerships across Africa. The company, which has seen successful investments and exits in key sectors including renewable energy, port infrastructure, digital connectivity and industrial platforms, said the fertilizer business remains central to its long-term growth …

By Victor Osula, Abuja The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister five political parties, including the African Democratic Congress (ADC), for failure to meet constitutional electoral performance requirements. The other political parties affected are Action Peoples Party (APP), Action Alliance (AA), Accord Party (AP) and Zenith Labor Party (ZLP). Justice …

Peter Obi, the 2027 presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has advised that the ruling ordering the deregistration of some political parties in Nigeria be overturned. The NDC presidential candidate has denounced on the altar of politics the growing damage to the nation’s sacred institutions, reiterating the need for Nigeria to restore the dignity, independence and integrity of …