56 m. ago 2026 WC Qualifier: NFF Criticises Dessers, Faults Ekong After Super Eagles’ Draw With South Africa

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has openly criticised striker Cyriel Dessers and faulted team captain William Troost-Ekong following the Super Eagles’ 1-1 draw against South Africa in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday in Bloemfontein. Nigeria, needing a win to revive fading hopes of qualifying for next year’s tournament in North America, suffered […]

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2 h. ago Judge Blocks Trump’s Attempt To Sack Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook

A United States federal judge, on Tuesday, temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s move to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook as she challenged her ouster from the central bank. Judge Jia Cobb granted Cook’s request for an order to remain on the bank’s board while her lawsuit plays out — just a week before a […]

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3 h. ago NPFL: Katsina United Coach Azeez Wants Players To Maintain Momentum

Katsina United technical adviser, Azeez Mohammed has urged his players to maintain a strong mentality in their upcoming games. The Chanji Boys have registered two wins from three league matches this season. Katsina United defeated rivals Kano Pillars by a lone goal at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium last weekend. “My boys played according to instructions, […]

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3 h. ago Team Nigeria Depart For World Athletics Championships in Tokyo

Nigeria’s delegation of athletes and officials has departed for the 2025 World Athletics Championships taking place in Tokyo, Japan, set to commence on Saturday, September 13. While some athletes based in the United States have already arrived in Tokyo, the contingent includes a blend of home-based competitors and team officials. Last week, the Athletics Federation […]

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3 h. ago United Nigeria Plans Routes Expansion, Signs Agreement For 6 Aircraft With Southwest Airlines

In order to operate new flights into approved domestic, regional, and international designations and lift more passengers and cargo at competitive fares, United Nigeria Airlines has announced the signing of a landmark aircraft sale and purchase agreement with Southwest Airlines for the delivery of six Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The strategic acquisition and fleet expansion mark […]

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4 h. ago Axxela Integrated Power Inks Purchase Agreement With Evans Industries

One of Axxela’s strategic business units, Axxela Integrated Power, has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with a manufacturer of home and personal care products in Nigeria. Evans Industries Limited. Under the terms of the agreement, Axxela Integrated Power will provide cost-effective, reliable, and integrated power solutions to support Evans Industries’ operations. The collaboration aims […]

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4 h. ago Ijaw, Urhobo Storm INEC Hqtrs For Final Report Of Warri Constituency Delineation

The Ijaw and Urhobo people of Warri federal constituency in Delta State yesterday stormed the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja, demanding the urgent release of the final report of the Supreme Court-ordered fresh delineation of registration areas/wards and polling units in the constituency. The peaceful protesters maintained that the release […]

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14 h. ago United Capital, Husk Power sign N5bn revolving loan for solar minigrids

United Capital Infrastructure Fund (UCIF) has signed a N5 billion ($3.2 million) revolving, local currency debt facility with Husk Power read more United Capital, Husk Power sign N5bn revolving loan for solar minigrids

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17 h. ago South Africa Maintain Lead, Share Points With Nigeria In Thrilling World Cup Qualifier

In a fiercely contested 2026 World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday evening, South Africa and Nigeria played to a dramatic 1-1 draw at the Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein. The result left South Africa on 17 points at the top of the group and Nigeria on 11 points in second spot. The match began with a […]

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17 h. ago NUPENG suspends planned strike as Dangote group agrees to unionise workers

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government on Tuesday brokered peace between the management of Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Limited and the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), paving the way for workers of the refinery to unionise. The agreement was sealed at the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment after a […] The post NUPENG suspends planned strike as Dangote group agrees to unionise workers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Russia strikes Ukraine again, kills 24 people waiting for pension payments

Tribune Online Russia strikes Ukraine again, kills 24 people waiting for pension payments “A response is needed from the United States. A response is needed from Europe. A response is needed from the G20,” he said. “Strong actions are needed to make Russia stop bringing death.” Russia strikes Ukraine again, kills 24 people waiting for pension payments Tribune Online

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19 h. ago NAF, US partner for smarter firepower delivery, civilian protection

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The United States Government has reaffirmed its commitment to enhance joint operational effectiveness with the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) through smarter firepower delivery and stronger civilian protection. Major General Miguel Castellanos, from the United States Institute of Security Governance, made this known when he led a delegation from the institute on […] The post NAF, US partner for smarter firepower delivery, civilian protection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago UPDATED: Ekong Returns To Starting Lineup For South Africa Vs Nigeria Showdown

Nigeria need a win to keep their World Cup dreams alive. The post UPDATED: Ekong Returns To Starting Lineup For South Africa Vs Nigeria Showdown appeared first on Channels Television.

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20 h. ago UK considers visa restrictions for nations that resist deportation agreements

Shabana Mahmood, United Kingdom’s (UK) newly appointed home secretary, has noted that the UK may introduce visa restrictions for nationals read more UK considers visa restrictions for nations that resist deportation agreements

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20 h. ago INEC raises fresh alarm over poor state of facilities at PUs, collation centres

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has expressed deep and fresh concerns over the poor state of facilities at most of its Polling Units (PUs) and Ward Collation Centres (WCCs) nationwide. The electoral umpire equally lamented that the poor facilities at the centres and PUs, mostly located in public buildings at […] The post INEC raises fresh alarm over poor state of facilities at PUs, collation centres appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Postecoglou Replaces Espirito Santo As Nottingham Forest’s New Head Coach

Ange Postecoglou has been appointed as head coach of Nottingham Forest, replacing the sacked Nuno Espirito Santo. Nuno left his position at the City Ground late on Monday night after 21 months in charge – and only three games into the season. Postecoglou returned to management of the team just three months after he was […]

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22 h. ago FCDO, UNICEF commit £19m to climate resilience infrastructure in Jigawa, Kano

Tribune Online FCDO, UNICEF commit £19m to climate resilience infrastructure in Jigawa, Kano The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) of the United Kingdom, in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)... FCDO, UNICEF commit £19m to climate resilience infrastructure in Jigawa, Kano Tribune Online

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23 h. ago FG inaugurates SERVICOM unit in Ekiti FMC, seeks effective service delivery in health sector

Tribune Online FG inaugurates SERVICOM unit in Ekiti FMC, seeks effective service delivery in health sector The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to achieving effective and efficient service delivery in the nation’s health sector. FG inaugurates SERVICOM unit in Ekiti FMC, seeks effective service delivery in health sector Tribune Online

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25 h. ago Ange Postecoglou becomes new Nottingham Forest manager, edges Mourinho

By John Ogunsemore Former Tottenham Hotspur manager, Ange Postecoglou has been appointed new manager for English Premier League side Nottingham Forest, Turkish transfer market expert Ekrem Konur disclosed. This comes barely a day after the sacking of Nuno Espírito Santo, nearly two weeks after Forest’s 3-0 home defeat to West Ham United. Postecoglou, former Manchester […] The post Ange Postecoglou becomes new Nottingham Forest manager, edges Mourinho appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Buhari Threatened To Sack Me Over Petrol Subsidy Removal — Kachikwu

A former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Dr. Ibe Kachikwu, has revealed that late former President Muhammadu Buhari threatened to sack him if his push to remove petrol subsidy during Buhari’s tenure failed. Kachikwu, who served as minister between 2016 and 2019, made the disclosure on Monday during a virtual business mentorship lecture series […]

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