8 h. ago Okpebholo thanks Oba of Benin, Edo people after tribunal win

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo promised on Wednesday to keep pushing development so residents can enjoy democracy’s benefits. The governor spoke at the palace of the Oba of Benin after returning from Abuja, where the election petition tribunal confirmed him and his deputy, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, as the rightful winners of […] The post Okpebholo thanks Oba of Benin, Edo people after tribunal win appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Barcelona Beat Atletico In Copa Del Rey To Set Up El Clasico Final With Real Madrid 

Barcelona will face rivals Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey final after securing a 1-0 win at Atletico Madrid on Wednesday. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the Catalans progressed to final stage with 5-4 on aggregate from the semi-final tie. It will be the eighth time there has been an El Clasico in the Spanish […] The post Barcelona Beat Atletico In Copa Del Rey To Set Up El Clasico Final With Real Madrid  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Nigeria wins bid to host 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships

The Commonwealth Fencing Federation (CFF) has awarded Nigeria the hosting rights for the 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships. Nigeria Fencing Federation read more Nigeria wins bid to host 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships

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7 d. ago Senate Rejects Motion To Rename INEC HQ After Nwosu Over Failure To Announce 1993 General Election Winner

The Nigeria Senate has rejected a motion seeking to rename Independent National Electoral Commission headquarters after late Prof Humphrey Nwosu, the former chairman of the defunct National Electoral Commission. Recall that Mr. Nwosu oversaw the  controversial June 12, 1993, presidential election. It was gathered that the motion was re-sponsored by Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe on Thursday […] The post Senate Rejects Motion To Rename INEC HQ After Nwosu Over Failure To Announce 1993 General Election Winner appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Lookman, Ajibade, Iwobi, Gov. Eno emerge 2024 Pitch Awards winners

Super Eagles and Atalanta BC sensation, Ademola Lookman emerged winner of the Striker of the Year and King of the Pitch last night at the 11th award ceremony of the Nigeria Pitch Awards. The ceremony, held after the World Cup Qualifier between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Warriors of Zimbabwe at the Four […] The post Lookman, Ajibade, Iwobi, Gov. Eno emerge 2024 Pitch Awards winners appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Spelling Bee: Salami, Greenpath pupil to represent Nigeria in US

By Gabriel Dike Eleven-year-old pupil of Greenpath Preparatory School, Abuja, Amazing-Grace Ebiebi Salami, has emerged the winner of the maiden edition of Spelling Bee in Nigeria (SpIN). At the grand finale of the competition, Salami, defeated 64 pupils from different schools and went home with a month watering prizes. Among the prizes, Salami will represent […] The post Spelling Bee: Salami, Greenpath pupil to represent Nigeria in US appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago ValueJet, NFF partnership symbolises fresh success era for Super Eagles – Majekodunmi

Omololu Majekodunmi says the partnership between his airline and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) marks their first win. read more ValueJet, NFF partnership symbolises fresh success era for Super Eagles – Majekodunmi

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1 week ago World Cup Qualifier: Osimhen Bags Brace As Super Eagles Beat Rwanda To Keep Nigeria’ Qualification Hopes Alive

Victor Osimhen’s brace helped Nigeria secured a crucial 2-0 win over Rwanda in their World Cup qualification Group C clash on Friday. Osimhen opened the scoring in the 11th minute, giving Coach Eric Chell’s side an early lead following a deadly cross from Ademola Lookman. The striker doubled Nigeria’s advantage in first-half stoppage time (45+3’), […] The post World Cup Qualifier: Osimhen Bags Brace As Super Eagles Beat Rwanda To Keep Nigeria’ Qualification Hopes Alive appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago 2026 W/Cup Qualifier: Nigeria’s Super Eagles Break Kigali Jinx With Crucial Win Over Rwanda

In a thrilling encounter on matchday five of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, Nigeria’s Super Eagles overcame their Kigali foes, defeating Rwanda 2-0 at the Stade Amahoro Stadium on Friday evening. The victory marked a significant milestone for the Nigerian team, as they had struggled to secure wins in the Rwandan capital in all their […]

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1 week ago 2026 WCQ: Osimhen brace against Rwanda gives Nigeria World Cup Hopes

By Seyi Babalola The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Rwanda in the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, boosting their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification prospects thanks to Victor Osimhen’s two goals. Nigeria came into the match with a must win to keep their World Cup hopes as they are in a bad spot on the qualifying […] The post 2026 WCQ: Osimhen brace against Rwanda gives Nigeria World Cup Hopes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Osimhen’s brace against Rwanda keeps Nigeria’s World Cup hopes alive

By Seyi Babalola The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Rwanda in the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, boosting their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification prospects thanks to Victor Osimhen’s two goals. Nigeria came into the match with a must-win to keep their World Cup hopes as they are in a bad spot on the qualifying table. […] The post Osimhen’s brace against Rwanda keeps Nigeria’s World Cup hopes alive appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Ademola Lookman Reflects On Being Crowned Africa’s Best Player

Nigeria winger Ademola Lookman has expressed his gratitude and pride in being recognized as Africa’s best player, an accolade he received last December in Marrakech, Morocco. The talented athlete was celebrated for his exceptional performances on the continental stage, a moment he cherishes deeply. In a recent interview with NFF TV, Lookman shared his thoughts […]

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2 w. ago CAN urges peaceful coexistence, advocates empowerment for Bauchi women

The Women Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria has advocated for peaceful coexistence among Nigerians. WOWICAN chairperson Elizabeth Azizi made the call at the 8th WOWICAN Annual Convention held in Bauchi. At the event that brought together 19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory, Elizabeth emphasised the need for peaceful coexistence, women empowerment, Read More

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2 w. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles focused on winning – Ademola Lookman

Ademola Lookman has expressed confidence in the Super Eagles’ ability to secure victory against Rwanda, revealing the winning formula within the team ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers encounter against the Wasps today at the Amahoro Stadium. Rwanda can rightly be regarded as Nigeria’s bogey team, with the Super Eagles managing just […] The post 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles focused on winning – Ademola Lookman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago WCQ: We Will Beat Super Eagles In Uyo, Zimbabwe Star Insists

Zimbabwe forward Knowledge Musona is confident the Warriors can secure a famous victory over Nigeria. Michael Nees’ side are yet to record a win in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying series. The Warriors occupy bottom spot in Group C with two points from four matches. They will host the Cheetahs of Benin Republic at […]

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2 w. ago Lilypond’s export boom faces logistical hurdles despite $1.9bn revenue

Nigeria’s export sector recorded a win in 2024, with goods processed through the Lilypond Export Command reaching an estimated $1.9 read more Lilypond’s export boom faces logistical hurdles despite $1.9bn revenue

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2 w. ago Abducted Qur’anic recitation competition winner not killed – Katsina government

Bandits demand N30 million ransom From Agaju Madugba, Katsina The Katsina State government says Hafiz Abdulsalam Rabi’u, winner of the recent National Qur’anic Recitation Competition, is alive and healthy. Terrorists abducted Hafiz along with some members of his family last week, with reports claiming that he had been killed in the process. Reacting to the […] The post Abducted Qur’anic recitation competition winner not killed – Katsina government appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Wike will make 2027 hard for Tinubu in Niger Delta –PANDEF youth wing

• Berates FCT Minister on Ijaw comment From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The National Youth Wing of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has called on President Bola Tinubu to do away with Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, citing his role in exacerbating tensions in the Niger Delta region. Addressing a press […] The post Wike will make 2027 hard for Tinubu in Niger Delta –PANDEF youth wing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Keyamo backs XEJET as Namibia seeks direct flight with Nigeria

The Minister for Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has told the Namibian Ambassador to Nigeria, Humphrey Geiseb, that a Nigeria Carrier, XEJET, could be a potential partner with the country in its willingness to establish a direct flight between Nigeria and Windhoek. This was made known through a statement made available to PUNCH Online Read More

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last month Fencing: Brou secures bronze for Nigeria at African Junior Champs

Teenage fencing sensation Inkosi Brou has secured Nigeria’s first medal at the ongoing 2025 African Junior Fencing Championships in Luanda, Angola. The grandson of the former Director General of NAFDAC, Prof. Dora Akunyili, Brou recently displayed his burgeoning talent at the Almaty Saber FIE Junior World Cup, held from February 14 to 16, before heading Read More

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