Author: Ayo

Nigeria’s quest for a fourth Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title continues on Monday when they meet Mozambique in the round of 16 at Fez Stadium. Victory will be the Super Eagles’ 12th quarter-final participation, increasing their lead in last-eight finishes over Egypt, while Mozambique will make their debut at this stage after reaching the knockout round for the first time in six attempts. Nigeria is undefeated against the Mambas, having won four and drawn one of their five meetings in all competitions. Their only prior AFCON match was in 2010, when they won 3-0 in the group stage thanks…

Seyi Makinde, the governor of Oyo State, announced a cabinet reorganization on Monday. Governor Makinde removed Prof. Olanike Adeyemo, the Secretary to the State Government, from her position with immediate effect, according to a statement issued by his Special Advisor on Media, Sulaimon Olanrewaju. “Prof. Musibau Babatunde has been appointed as the new Secretary to the State Government,” he declared. “Barrister Temilolu Ashamu has been transferred to the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning from the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources.” Additionally, Ademola Aderinto, the governor’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Works, was named a commissioner-designate. Additionally, the statement…

Benibo Anabraba, the secretary to the Rivers State Government, has left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In a letter dated January 5, 2026, he submitted his resignation to the PDP Chairman in Ward 1 of the state’s Akuku-Toru Local Government Area. Anabraba claimed in the letter that his choice to leave the main opposition party was “personal.” Additionally, he conveyed gratitude for the “political leverage gained from the party during the period of my membership.” It is believed that Anabraba intends to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), despite the fact that he did not reveal his next political…

By Emmanuel Shofuyi The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State has once again demonstrated its strength, maturity, and commitment to internal democracy with the appointment of Alhaji Semiu Sodipo as the new Secretary General of the Ogun State PDP. This well-deserved appointment has been received with widespread goodwill and optimism across the party structure and among stakeholders. Alhaji Semiu Sodipo is a loyal party man whose unwavering commitment, discipline, and years of dedicated service to the PDP are well known. His political journey has been defined by consistency, sacrifice, and steadfast loyalty to the ideals of the party. His…

In a testament to the growing influence of Nigerian footballers on the global stage, four of the country’s finest players have been nominated for the prestigious Best FIFA Awards 2024. Atalanta star, Ademola Lookman, leads the pack with a nomination in the Best Attacker’s category. The 27-year-old, who finished an impressive 14th in the Ballon d’or ranking, is also the favourite to win the CAF Men’s Player of the Year award. Another Nigerian player, William Troost-Ekong, is in contention for the Best Defender award. The centre-back, who was named Most Valuable Player (MVP) at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations…

President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria on Thursday began a two-day state visit to France, marking a significant milestone in the bilateral relations between the two countries. The visit, the first official state visit by a Nigerian president in over two decades, is aimed at strengthening economic cooperation and boosting ties between France and Africa’s most populous country. The two leaders, President Tinubu and French President Emmanuel Macron, met at the Invalides memorial complex in Paris, where they were treated to the national anthems of both countries. The visit is expected to focus on encouraging economic partnerships between France and Nigeria,…

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja was cordoned off by heavily armed operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) as the immediate past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, was arraigned in court today. Bello, dressed in a white Babanriga and beaming with smiles, entered the courtroom accompanied by his lawyers and supporters, who chanted praises of “Saaki”. The former governor had submitted himself to the EFCC on Tuesday, paving the way for his arraignment. The EFCC had declared Bello wanted in connection with an N80.2 billion money laundering charge. He is also facing a…

A devastating boat accident has occurred in Delta State, resulting in the loss of over 30 lives, including a toddler. The tragic incident happened at Beneth Island in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South-West local government area of the state. According to eyewitnesses, the speedboat carrying passengers, who were returning from a burial ceremony, collided with a submerged log, causing it to capsize. The collision threw many passengers overboard into the water, many of whom were unable to swim and were not wearing life jackets. Survivors and witnesses recounted harrowing moments of desperation as passengers struggled to stay afloat. The boat was…

The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has vehemently rejected the idea of Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, succeeding Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in 2027. This comes after some groups, including the Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders and Friends of Seyi Tinubu, endorsed Seyi as a potential governor. Hakeem Amode, the Lagos PDP spokesperson, emphasized that governorship is not a family inheritance. “Lagos will not serve him,” he said in an interview with Sunday PUNCH. Amode questioned the appropriateness of a son inheriting a governorship role from his father, stressing that “Governorship is not a gift”.…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Zamfara State Council, has given the state government an ultimatum to implement the ₦70,000 national minimum wage by the end of November 2024. Failure to comply will lead to an indefinite industrial action, effectively shutting down the state from December 1, 2024. In a communique signed by the State chairman of NLC, Comrade Sani Halliru, the council condemned the refusal of the Zamfara State Government to implement the 2024 National Minimum Wage Act. This decision, the communique stated, is a betrayal of workers’ rights amid rising economic challenges. The NLC Zamfara State Council has the…