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To say Nigeria has a ton of problems is to state too many obvious things, and seems like playing a broken record that has lost many of its notes, now sounds rhythmic. A baby born in a Nigerian state knows from day one, that he has been thrown into a labyrinth of confusion, dysfunctionality, frustration and misplaced priorities, all wrapped …

Former Ivory Coast international Yaya Toure has made history by becoming the first African coach to lead a club in the UEFA Champions League, marking another significant milestone in the former Manchester City midfielder’s extraordinary footballing journey. Toure achieved the feat after leading his club through the required qualification process, adding another chapter to his illustrious career which has already …

National Security Advisor (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has cited the proliferation of illegal small arms and light weapons as a major cause of insecurity and communal violence in Nigeria. Ribadu stated this at a workshop reviewing lessons learned from the 2016 Nigerian National Baseline Survey on Prohibited Small Arms and Light Weapons held in Abuja. The NSA said illegal weapons help …

The Anambra State Police Command has revealed the circumstances surrounding the grisly murder of a 56-year-old man, Mr Kelechi Madu, in Awkuzu, Oyi Local Government Area of ​​the state. The man had been declared missing a few days ago, but was later found dead, and police investigations showed that his death was planned by his friend in collaboration with others, …

One hundred and sixty-three residents of Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of ​​Kwara State have been reunited with their families after spending more than two weeks receiving medical treatment in Ilorin following their release from captivity. The victims were reported to Kaiama on Thursday by the Chairman of Kaiama Local Government Area, Abubakar Danladi, in company of the …

Nigeria’s football administration has been plunged into further uncertainty following the directive for officials of the country’s domestic leagues to hand over their responsibilities amid sweeping changes at the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF). NPFL President Gbenga Elegbeleye and NNL President George Aluo are among the league administrators affected by the directive issued following the resignation of NFF President Ibrahim Musa …

Post views: 26 By Silvernews The National Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Gender Initiative, Comrade Martins Chibuzor Opara, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, as Secretary of the Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) for the President’s re-election bid. Opara, in a statement, described the appointment as a recognition of Uzodimma’s loyalty, political …

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has uncovered a new trick adopted by criminal gangs in the city who recruit children and pay them just ₦500 to help rob motorists during traffic jams. Speaking during an interaction with residents, the FCT Police Commissioner revealed that children, many of whom disguised themselves as beggars, were allegedly used to distract drivers …

President António José Seguro of Portugal has signed a new law banning anyone from wearing a face covering in public spaces in the country. The new law approved by parliament in July has been widely criticized for targeting Muslim women who wear the niqab. The law prohibits clothing or other items designed to hide a person’s face or prevent identification …

Arsenal face a difficult path in the league stage of the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League after being drawn against 15-time European champions Real Madrid, while Manchester City and Aston Villa face reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain. The league stage calendar released by UEFA on Thursday produced several heavyweight matches, with some of Europe’s top clubs set to meet before the round …