2 h. ago Traditional Ruler Warns Against Escalating Crisis In Ebonyi Community

The traditional ruler of the Ihie Autonomous community in the Ivo local government area of Ebonyi State, Eze Gabriel Uzoma Okoro, has warned those spreading false information about the crisis that rocked the community recently to desist from doing so to forestall an escalation of the dispute. In an interview with journalists in Abakaliki, the […]

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8 h. ago Nursing mothers get backing as C’River prioritises breastfeeding

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Commissioner for Health, Cross River State, Dr. Henry Ayuk, has reiterated the state’s commitment to improving maternal and child health by encouraging exclusive breastfeeding and building community support systems for nursing mothers. Speaking during the official flag-off of the 2025 World Breastfeeding Week at the General Hospital, Calabar, the commissioner urged […] The post Nursing mothers get backing as C’River prioritises breastfeeding appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago ‘KWAM 1’s Airport Ambassador Role Community Service For Misconduct’, Says Keyamo

  Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has defended the appointment of Fuji musician King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, as an ambassador for airport security protocol. Keyamo stressed that the role is voluntary and comes with no perks, describing the position as “akin to community service” and not a […]

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16 h. ago KWAM 1’s Ambassadorial Role Voluntary, Not Paid For — Keyamo

He said the role was akin to 'community service,' contrary to the belief that the word ‘ambassador’ is "a big position that comes with the perquisites of office". The post KWAM 1’s Ambassadorial Role Voluntary, Not Paid For — Keyamo appeared first on Channels Television.

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18 h. ago Lagos cries out over overstretching of its facilities by Ogun residents

By Lukman Olabiyi, Lagos The Lagos State government has expressed concern over the increasing pressure on its healthcare infrastructure due to the high number of patients from neighbouring states, particularly Ogun State. Speaking during a virtual session of Citizensgate 2.0, a civic engagement platform tagged “Sensitisation on Volunteerism: The Power of Community in Action”, the […] The post Lagos cries out over overstretching of its facilities by Ogun residents appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago 36 Years After Okwaraji’s Tragic Death, Siasia Advocates Improved Player Safety In Football

In a poignant reflection, 36 years after the untimely death of former Nigerian international Samuel Sochukwuma Okwaraji, his teammate and ex-Super Eagles coach, Samson Siasia, has expressed his belief that Okwaraji could still be alive today had proper first-aid been administered at the time of the incident. Okwaraji, who tragically succumbed to congestive heart failure […]

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22 h. ago Tackle Issues Plaguing Nigeria’s Football To Attract Investors, NFF, Others Urged

To gain private sector confidence and attract high-profile investors, Nigeria’s football industry must address and cleanse itself of the numerous issues affecting the nation’s football landscape, according to Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, the former chairman of Gombe United FC and a prominent sports critic. In a chat with LEADERSHIP Sports regarding the management of football […]

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25 h. ago Sugar Devt Council Signs Deals To Increase Output By 400,000 Tonnes

The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) has signed agreements with four operators to develop new sugar production facilities that will collectively add 400,000 metric tonnes to Nigeria’s annual sugar output. The move marks a major step in the government’s ongoing effort to reduce the country’s heavy reliance on sugar imports and achieve greater self-sufficiency. The […]

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39 h. ago How Live Scores Are Revolutionizing Football Coverage in Nigeria: From NPFL to the Super Eagles

The Digital Shift in Nigerian Football Coverage In recent years, football coverage in Nigeria has undergone a remarkable digital transformation. Gone are the days when fans relied solely on radio commentary or next-day newspaper match reports. The rise of mobile technology and high-speed internet means that millions of supporters can now follow every pass, tackle, […] The post How Live Scores Are Revolutionizing Football Coverage in Nigeria: From NPFL to the Super Eagles appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Ooni of Ife to lead other traditional rulers at Ekiti community festival

Tribune Online Ooni of Ife to lead other traditional rulers at Ekiti community festival The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, among other royal fathers and guests, is expected to attend this year's Ita Ajero Festival in Ijero-Ekiti, Ijero Local Government Area of Ekiti State. Ooni of Ife to lead other traditional rulers at Ekiti community festival Tribune Online

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46 h. ago Deputy Senate President tasks Barau Football Club to win Nigerian Premier League

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin has urged the members of the newly promoted Barau Football Club ( BFC) to go all out and win the the Nigerian Premier League. He spoke at a reception organised in honour of the players and officials of the Club following their recent elevation to the […] The post Deputy Senate President tasks Barau Football Club to win Nigerian Premier League appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Police Arrest Three Suspects Over Abduction Of Ondo Varsity Workers

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the kidnapping of staff members from Adekunle Ajasin University (AAUA), Akungba-Akoko. One of the victims, Mr. Omoniyi Eleyinmi, a faculty officer in the Faculty of Education at AAUA, was abducted along with another unidentified man in the Supare-Akoko Community, Akoko South-West Local Government […] The post Police Arrest Three Suspects Over Abduction Of Ondo Varsity Workers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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49 h. ago Allow me join Chelsea or won’t play for 12 months – Garnacho tells Man Utd

By Seyi Babalola Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho has asked his club to sell him to Premier League rivals Chelsea. Garnacho is one of five players included in the ‘bomb squad’. He is now wanting to leave Old Trafford permanently. Garnacho was told by manager Ruben Amorim to find a new club in May, after […] The post Allow me join Chelsea or won’t play for 12 months – Garnacho tells Man Utd appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago CHAN 2024: Super Eagles B Set For Make Or Break Clash Against Sudan

Nigeria’s resilience on the football field will once again be put to the test as the home-based senior men’s national team, Super Eagles B, faces Sudan’s Falcons of Jediane in a must-win Group D encounter at the 8th Africa Nations Championship in Zanzibar today. Titleholders Senegal managed to score with their only shot on target, […]

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50 h. ago NPFL Youth League: Arierhi Emerges Top Scorer In Ikenne As Race For 4 Slots Begins In Kano, Umuahia

Remo Stars have emerged champions of the Ikenne Centre of the 2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Youth League, with striker Daniel Arierhi topping the scorers’ chart with four goals from five matches. For the Sky Blue young players, it was a near-perfect outing as they won all their games except for a goalless draw […]

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50 h. ago Adeyinka Betting Allegation: NANPF Demands Fair Play, Justice

In a passionate appeal grounded in fairness and justice, the National Association of Nigerian Professional Footballers (NANPF) has called on the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) to exercise caution and uphold due process in handling the recent betting allegation against suspended Plateau United goalkeeper Adewale Adeyinka. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that NPFL […]

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50 h. ago Salah Challenges UEFA Over Palestinian Footballer’s Death In Gaza

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has challenged UEFA for failing to clarify how a footballer known as the “Palestinian Pele” died in its tribute to him. The Palestinian Football Association (PFA) reported on Wednesday that Suleiman Al-Obeid, 41, was killed in an Israeli attack in Gaza. UEFA posted on X that he was “a talent who […]

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50 h. ago From sales assistant to Ronaldo’s partner: 10 things to know about Georgina Rodriguez

Tribune Online From sales assistant to Ronaldo’s partner: 10 things to know about Georgina Rodriguez Georgina Rodriguez is more than just the glamorous partner of football icon Cristiano Ronaldo, she’s a woman whose life story reads like a modern fairytale... From sales assistant to Ronaldo’s partner: 10 things to know about Georgina Rodriguez Tribune Online

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51 h. ago Cristiano Ronaldo proposes to partner, Georgina, after nine years of dating

Tribune Online Cristiano Ronaldo proposes to partner, Georgina, after nine years of dating Football superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo, has proposed to his long-term partner, Georgina Rodríguez, after nearly a decade together. Cristiano Ronaldo proposes to partner, Georgina, after nine years of dating Tribune Online

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51 h. ago N5.63bn Electricity Debts: NERC To Disconnect Ajaokuta Steel, Community

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has said it will address the mounting electricity debts of Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited and its host community. The company is located in the Ajaokuta Local Area of Kogi State. The commission warned that the industrial complex could be cut off from the power supply if it does not […]

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