Nigeria Wins Shootout To Take AFCON Third Place After Goalless Playoff With Egypt
The Super Eagles of Nigeria beat the Pharaohs of Egypt 4-2 on penalties in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations third-place playoff on Saturday after a 0-0 draw in normal time, earning the consolation prize and a morale boost.
Nigerian Literature Documents Nigeria’s History — Prof. Sunny Awhefeada
Professor of English Literature at Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, Sunny Awhefeada, says Nigerian literature is inseparable from the country’s historical experiences, arguing that creative writing in Nigeria has always been shaped by social and political realities.
Unpaid Arrears: FCT Workers to Start Indefinite Strike on Monday
Workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration have set Monday, 18 January 2026, as the start date of their indefinite strike.
Nigerian Government Commissions Solar CCTV Centre on Second Niger Bridge
The Federal Government has opened a solar-powered CCTV monitoring centre for the Second Niger Bridge corridor, saying the system will strengthen security and speed up responses to road incidents.
Museveni Declared Winner of Uganda Vote; Opposition Rejects Result Amid Violence
On Saturday, Uganda’s electoral commission declared President Yoweri Museveni the winner of Thursday’s presidential vote, extending his rule into a seventh term.
Penalty Miss: Abia Deputy Speaker Rallies Support for Chukwueze
Austin Meregini, Deputy Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, has called on Nigerians to support Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze after the player missed a penalty in Nigeria’s AFCON semi-final against hosts Morocco.
Senegal Accuses Morocco of Sabotage Ahead of AFCON Final
The buildup to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final has taken a dramatic turn as the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) officially accused host nation Morocco of systematic sabotage.
Qatar Airways Aircraft Makes Emergency Landing at Lagos Airport
A Qatar Airways flight carrying 248 passengers and 12 crew members made an emergency landing at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos.
Court to Decide on Suit Challenging Tinubu's Emergency Powers
A Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled March 9 to deliver judgment in a fresh suit challenging the legal authority of President Bola Tinubu to remove elected state officials during a state of emergency.
US Strike in Venezuela Killed 47 Soldiers, Government Says
Venezuelan authorities say at least 47 members of the country’s armed forces were killed in a United States military operation earlier this month aimed at capturing President Nicolás Maduro.
Obi Criticises $9 Million Federal Spending on Foreign Lobbyists
Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticised the Federal Government’s reported $9 million spending on foreign lobbyists.
Lagos Moves to End Firewood Bakeries Over Air Quality Concerns
The Lagos State government has announced plans to begin phasing out firewood-fueled bakeries as part of a broader strategy to curb air pollution and associated health risks.
Court Blocks Rivers Assembly from Impeaching Fubara
A Rivers State High Court has temporarily halted efforts by the Rivers State House of Assembly to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy.
Lagos Orders Postmortem as Twins Die After Vaccination
Lagos State authorities have ordered a postmortem examination after nine-month-old identical twins died.
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