59 h. ago Afternoon Recap: Saudi Airlines abandons passengers, Fayose’s remark on Peter Obi, others top stories

Get your afternoon news recap. Top stories include Saudi Airlines stranding passengers, Ayo Fayose on Peter Obi’s 2027 chances, and a CAF probe into AFCON. Read More: https://punchng.com/afternoon-recap-saudi-airlines-abandons-passengers-fayoses-remark-on-peter-obi-others-top-stories/

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2 w. ago Labour Party ‘Liberated’ By Peter Obi’s Defection, Says Spokesman Ifoh

* Apologises to Nigerians The Labour Party (LP) has described the defection of its 2023 presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a relief, declaring that the party has now been “finally liberated” from an internal crisis it blamed on the former presidential flagbearer and his allies. The party also […]

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2 w. ago AFCON 2025: Yohan Roche’s goal gives Benin historic 1‑0 win over Botswana

Yohan Roche’s first-half goal gives Benin a historic 1-0 AFCON win over Botswana, boosting their qualification chances for the knockout stage. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-yohan-roches-goal-gives-benin-historic-1%e2%80%910-win-over-botswana/

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2 w. ago “I Apologise For Supporting Tinubu’s Removal Of Fuel Subsidy” – Economist Kalu Aja

Economist Kalu Aja has publicly apologised to Nigerians for initially supporting the removal of the fuel subsidy by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Aja stated: “I have to apologise for supporting the removal of the PMS subsidy by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The policy is right; removal of the PMS […] The post “I Apologise For Supporting Tinubu’s Removal Of Fuel Subsidy” – Economist Kalu Aja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Contenders Senegal, Nigeria, Tunisia Start 2025 AFCON Campaigns With Wins

Nigeria have come to Morocco aiming to make amends for their failure to qualify for the World Cup, and the 2024 AFCON runners-up got off to a winning start in Fes despite being wasteful in front of goal. The post Contenders Senegal, Nigeria, Tunisia Start 2025 AFCON Campaigns With Wins appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago ‘We Are Ready,’ Ndidi Backs Super Eagles To Bounce Back At AFCON

Ndidi admitted the disappointment still lingers within the squad, but believes the AFCON presents a chance to respond positively. The post ‘We Are Ready,’ Ndidi Backs Super Eagles To Bounce Back At AFCON appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago AFCON 2025: High Spirits, No Pressure For Super Eagles, Captain Ndidi Declares

Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi, has insisted that he and his teammates were not feeling any pressure to win this year’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament in Morocco, despite their failure to secure a World Cup qualification for Nigeria. Speaking at Monday’s pre-match press conference ahead of the Super Eagles’ Group C opener against […]

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3 w. ago AFCON Our Chance to Apologise to Nigerians After World Cup Failure, Says Osimhen

According to Osimhen, the players are motivated rather than burdened by pressure, drawing confidence from the quality within the squad and the technical bench. The post AFCON Our Chance to Apologise to Nigerians After World Cup Failure, Says Osimhen appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago AFCON 2025: Iwobi, Bassey, Chukwueze back Super Eagles for glory

Super Eagles trio Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey and Samuel Chukwueze have expressed optimism in Nigeria’s chances of winning the 2025 read more AFCON 2025: Iwobi, Bassey, Chukwueze back Super Eagles for glory

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3 w. ago Attempted Suicide: Peller Apologises To Nigerians, Vows Never To Do That Again

Popular TikToker Peller has spoken publicly for the first time following his arrest and detention by the Lagos State Police Command over an incident involving reckless driving and an alleged attempted suicide. In a video message shared online, Peller apologised to Nigerians for his actions, saying, “I am sorry, Nigerians. Please, I’m sorry. I will […] The post Attempted Suicide: Peller Apologises To Nigerians, Vows Never To Do That Again appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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