4 h. ago Edo Central stands still for Okpebholo in celebration of Supreme Court win

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo received a heroic welcome in his ancestral community of Udomi, Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo State, over the weekend, following the Supreme Court ruling on Friday, July 11, 2025, that affirmed his election as governor. Speaking to party faithful, supporters, youths, market women, socio-cultural […] The post Edo Central stands still for Okpebholo in celebration of Supreme Court win appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago FIFA CWC: “Chelsea Is The Only Club That Can Stop PSG” – Mikel Obi

Ahead of FIFA World Club Cup final between Chelsea and Paris Saint Germain, former Super Eagles midfielder, Mikel Obi has backed the English side to win. Mikel explained that only his former club can pull an upset against the French club on Sunday in U.S.A. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the reigning champions of Europe and […] The post FIFA CWC: “Chelsea Is The Only Club That Can Stop PSG” – Mikel Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Passengers Safe As Air Peace Aircraft Skids Off Runway In Port Harcourt

An aircraft belonging to Air Peace Airlines on Sunday morning experienced an excursion and skidded off the Port Harcourt International Airport in Rivers State. In a statement by the spokesman of Air Peace, Osifo-whiskey Efe, titled, ‘Runway Excursion Of Flight P47190,’ the aircraft veered slightly off the runway without any damage. According to him, all […]

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12 h. ago Nigeria Dominates ValueJet Lagos World Para Table Tennis Future 2025

It was a case of total dominance for Nigeria as the ValueJet Lagos World Para Table Tennis Future climaxed at the Molade Okoya-Thomas indoor Sports Hall, Teslim Balogun stadium amidst plenty of glitz and glamour. After four days of intense and high-quality competition, Team Nigeria showed superiority in most of the class categories to emerge […]

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12 h. ago Tennis: Swiatek Defeat Anisimova To Win Maiden Wimbledon Title

Poland’s Iga Swiatek ruthlessly took advantage of American opponent Amanda Anisimova’s nerves to win her maiden Wimbledon title, with the 6-0 6-0 victory taking just 57 minutes. Swiatek, 24, was also playing in her first final at the All England Club but looked more assured from the very start. No woman had won a Wimbledon […]

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12 h. ago Tennis: Sinner, Alcaraz Face Off In Wimbledon Final Rematch Today

The stage is set for a thrilling Wimbledon final rematch between world No. 1 Jannik Sinner and defending champion Carlos Alcaraz. The two tennis stars will clash on Centre Court today, July 13, 2025, at 2:00 PM WAT, in a battle for the coveted title. Sinner, 23, reached his first Wimbledon final after a dominant […]

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13 h. ago “Kabusa Oriental Choir’s New Song ‘Cannabi’ Is An Underappreciated Bop”

The ever-humorous and genre-bending Kabusa Oriental Choir has dropped a new original track titled ‘Cannabi’, and it deserves far more attention than it’s getting. With just 7,291 views and 347 likes on YouTube (at the time of writing), ‘Cannabi’ is currently flying under the radar, but make no mistake: it’s a certified bop. True to […]

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13 h. ago Gospel Artiste Moses Bliss’ Wife, Marie, Debuts Inspirational Podcast

Marie Bliss, wife of renowned gospel artiste Moses Bliss, has launched a new podcast aimed at inspiring and motivating creators. Titled , “The Marie Bliss Podcast,” the audio-visual series, hosted on YouTube, delivers motivational content designed to encourage creators to take action and make the most of their current resources. In the debut episode, titled […]

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24 h. ago Kano governor wins top infrastructure award at London’s 15th African Achievers event

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has clinched the prestigious title of Governor of the Year in Infrastructure Development at read more Kano governor wins top infrastructure award at London’s 15th African Achievers event

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28 h. ago Wimbledon Final: Alcaraz faces Sinner in battle for tennis supremacy

A new chapter in tennis history will be written on Sunday as Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner face off in read more Wimbledon Final: Alcaraz faces Sinner in battle for tennis supremacy

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37 h. ago Olubadan’s death dashes hopes of intending chieftaincy title holders in Ibadan

Tribune Online Olubadan’s death dashes hopes of intending chieftaincy title holders in Ibadan •Cows, food, drinks wasted as book launch, title conferment, football competition, other events cancelled The sudden death of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, has disrupted a series of grand events in the city and dashed the hopes of numerous prominent Nigerians who were set to receive honorary and traditional chieftaincy titles. Among […] Olubadan’s death dashes hopes of intending chieftaincy title holders in Ibadan Tribune Online

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43 h. ago WAFCON: Women Affairs Minister hails Super Falcons’ victory over Bostwana

From Juliana Taiwo- Obalonye, Abuja Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has expressed immense pride and joy following the Super Falcons’ narrow 1–0 win over Botswana in the ongoing 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The victory secured Nigeria’s place in the quarterfinals of the prestigious continental tournament. In a statement signed by her […] The post WAFCON: Women Affairs Minister hails Super Falcons’ victory over Bostwana appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Focus on Abeokuta as Africa junior athletes’ battle for honours

Twenty-eight years ago, the city of Ibadan, Oyo State, hosted the third African U-20 Athletics Championships, a biennial event, which provides a platform for the continent’s untested budding track and field stars to showcase their talent. And in 2013, the oil-rich city of Warri, Delta State, was picked as venue for the maiden Africa U-18 […] The post Focus on Abeokuta as Africa junior athletes’ battle for honours appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago WAFCON: Women affairs minister hails Super Falcons’ victory over Botswana

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has expressed immense pride and joy following the Super Falcons’ narrow 1–0 win over Botswana in the ongoing 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The victory secured Nigeria’s place in the quarterfinals of the prestigious continental tournament. In a statement signed by her […] The post WAFCON: Women affairs minister hails Super Falcons’ victory over Botswana appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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58 h. ago ‘More Opportunities Exist For Alternative Artistes In Diaspora Than Nigeria’

Diasporan Nigerian music artistes, Jumoke Adeyanju and Ajoke have said there are more opportunities for alternative and smaller artistes in the diaspora than in Nigeria. Adeyanju (poet and singer) and Ajoke (singer) made this known at the latest JosPlay X Space series titled: ‘Thriving Outside The Motherland: Building Global Careers As An Afro-fusion Artiste In […]

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58 h. ago WAFCON : We didn’t put in our best against Botswana — Super Falcons coach, Madugu

By Seyi Babalola Justine Madugu, the Super Falcons’ head coach, stated that his team were not at their best in the 1-0 win over Botswana. Nigeria struggled to penetrate the Mares’ defence despite dominating possession from start to finish. The nine-time champions made no shots on goal in the first half and appeared disjointed at […] The post WAFCON : We didn’t put in our best against Botswana — Super Falcons coach, Madugu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago WAFCON 2024: Super Falcons Secure Narrow Win Over Botswana To Reach Quarterfinals

Nigeria’s Super Falcons clinched a narrow 1-0 victory against a resilient Botswana side in their second Group B match at the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2024 in Morocco on Thursday. The decisive moment came late in the game when Chiwendu Ihezuo found the back of the net, ensuring Nigeria’s ladies progression to […]

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60 h. ago 2027: Atiku, Obi joint ticket can’t defeat Tinubu – Presidency

By Seyi Babalola Bayo Onanuga, President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, has said that a presidential ticket comprising former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi will be unable to beat the president in 2027. Onanuga stated that the Tinubu-led All Progressives Congress (APC) does not regard the alliance as a danger. […] The post 2027: Atiku, Obi joint ticket can’t defeat Tinubu – Presidency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Warri Wolves, Wikki Tourists Secure NPFL Return As Barau FC, Kun Khalifa Win Promotion Tickets

In a thrilling conclusion to the Nigeria National League (NNL) Super 8 play-off taking place in Asaba, Delta State, Wikki Tourists of Bauchi and Warri Wolves FC of Asaba, have successfully reclaimed their spots in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). They have earned their promotion alongside Barau FC of Kano and Kun Khalifa of […]

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2 d. ago “Anointing Doesn’t Win Elections” — Israel DMW Taunts Ighodalo After Supreme Court Defeat In Edo Guber Suit

Israel DMW, logistics manager to singer Davido, has mocked the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Asue Ighodalo, following his defeat at the Supreme Court. Ighodalo, who was Israel’s preferred choice during the Edo State governorship election, had approached the Apex court to challenge the declaration of Monday Okpebholo as the winner of the September 2023 […] The post “Anointing Doesn’t Win Elections” — Israel DMW Taunts Ighodalo After Supreme Court Defeat In Edo Guber Suit appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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