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Serie A: Runjaic sticks with Okoye as Udinese’s first choice goalkeeper

Udinese manager Kosta Runjaic has reaffirmed his confidence in Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, confirming that the 24-year-old will remain the club’s first-choice goalkeeper for the Serie A campaign. Runjaic made this known after Udinese’s weekend training session, stressing that Okoye’s impressive performances have earned him a secure spot in the starting lineup. The German coach […]

You’ve four weeks to resolve ASUU crisis – NLC tells Nigerian govt

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a four-week ultimatum to the Federal Government to resolve the ongoing industrial dispute with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). In a statement released on Monday, the NLC urged the government to take immediate steps to address the key demands of university lecturers to prevent a total […]

Aso Villa Under Tight Security As #freennamdikanu Protest Grips Abuja

Abuja was on lockdown Monday morning as heavy security presence surrounded the Presidential Villa and major entry routes following a planned #FreeNnamdiKanu protest demanding the release of detained IPOB leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. The protest, organized by activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, convener of the #RevolutionNow movement, led to major traffic disruptions across […]

Moment SUV Crashed Into Electric Fence Meant To Block Free Nnamdi Kanu Protester

A dramatic scene unfolded in Abuja on Monday when a sports utility vehicle (SUV) accidentally crashed into a barbed electric wire barricade set up by security operatives during the ongoing #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest. The electric fence had reportedly been installed by security forces to block protesters demanding the release of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, […]

We’re not part of Free Nnamdi Kanu protest – Kebbi NYCN

The Kebbi State chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has distanced itself from the ongoing #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest, reportedly organized by activist Omoyele Sowore to demand the release of IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu. In a statement released on Monday, the Kebbi NYCN Chairman, Engr. Ahmed Rufai Khalifa, said that youths in the state […]

Three Northern states announce joint electricity market, acquire equity in KEDCO

In a major step toward improving energy access in northern Nigeria, the governments of Kano, Katsina, and Jigawa States have announced a new partnership to establish a joint electricity market. The initiative follows their joint acquisition of equity stakes in the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), alongside its core investor, Future Energies Africa. The development […]

Retired Oil Workers Commend NUPRC, Urge Commission to Deepen Reforms and Stakeholder Engagement

The Forum of Retired Oil Workers has called on the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) to sustain its ongoing reform efforts and maintain strong accountability standards across the oil and gas industry. In a statement released by the forum’s president, Richard Jackson, the group praised the leadership of Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, describing his tenure […]

EPL: ’10-year-old player’ – Neville slams Liverpool’s Milos Kerkez

Former Manchester United star Gary Neville has criticised Liverpool defender Milos Kerkez after the Reds’ 2-1 loss to Manchester United at Anfield on Sunday. The defeat marked Liverpool’s fourth consecutive Premier League loss, a record they haven’t seen since 2014. Goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Harry Maguire secured victory for the Red Devils, extending Liverpool’s […]

Crisis looms as ADC suspends vice chairman, former Nigerian minister Usani

Tension is rising within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) following the suspension of its National Vice Chairman, South-South, and former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Dr. Usani Uguru Usani. The party announced his suspension over alleged activities considered harmful to its unity and progress. According to a statement issued on Monday in Abuja by James […]