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EPL: He knows Chelsea inside out – Salomon Kalou on manager to replace Maresca

Former Chelsea forward Salomon Kalou has weighed in on talks surrounding a possible replacement for Enzo Maresca, saying the club should appoint a manager who truly understands Chelsea’s culture. According to Kalou, the right coach must know the club’s history, dressing room dynamics, and expectations to succeed at Stamford Bridge. Kalou explained that Chelsea is […]

NAPTIP reunites seven trafficked victims with families in Kano

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has successfully reunited seven victims of human trafficking with their families in Kano State. The victims, who were trafficked to different locations under false promises, were rescued through coordinated efforts by the agency and other security partners. NAPTIP officials explained that the victims were […]

Gov Yusuf pays off debt of N8.234bn gratuity to 1,371 ex-councillors

Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has paid the final tranche of ₦8.234 billion in severance gratuity, accommodation, and leave allowances to 1,371 former local government councillors who served between 2021 and 2024. The payment marks the end of all outstanding liabilities owed to them by the state government. Former councillors celebrated the news, expressing […]

Nigerian military can’t defeat bandits, govt should negotiate – Gumi

Prominent Islamic scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has stated that the Nigerian military alone cannot defeat bandits terrorizing communities across the country. He urged the government to consider negotiation as a viable strategy to end the ongoing insecurity. Gumi emphasized that purely military solutions have not brought lasting peace, pointing out that attacks on villages and […]

CSO asks CJN to probe judicial officers over alleged ‘persecution’ of human rights lawyer

A civil society organization (CSO) has called on the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) to investigate judicial officers accused of persecuting a prominent human rights lawyer. The CSO claims the lawyer faced unfair treatment in ongoing legal matters, raising concerns about the independence of the judiciary. The organization emphasized the importance of holding judicial officers […]

AFCON 2025: Holders Cote d’Ivoire include Zaha, Seri in final 26-man squad

Cote d’Ivoire, the reigning champions of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), have announced their final 26-man squad for the 2025 tournament. Key players Wilfried Zaha and Jean Michaël Seri are included in the list, aiming to defend their title. Coach Patrice Beaumelle expressed confidence in the team’s ability to perform well and highlighted the […]

No hiding place for criminals’ — Sokoto Govt vows support after troops foil bandit attack

The Sokoto State Government has vowed full support to security forces following the successful prevention of a bandit attack by troops in the state. Authorities emphasized that criminals will find no safe haven in Sokoto. Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal’s administration assured residents that the safety of lives and properties remains a top priority. The government […]

NSA hands over 100 rescued St Mary’s Catholic School children to Niger Govt

The National Security Adviser (NSA) has officially handed over 100 rescued pupils of St Mary’s Catholic School to the Niger State Government. The children were freed after weeks of security operations carried out by combined forces working to dismantle the gang behind their abduction. At the brief ceremony, officials praised the courage of the young […]

NNL: Offor unhappy with Akwa United’s draw with Godswill Akpabio FC

Akwa United coach, Offor, has expressed his disappointment following the team’s draw with Godswill Akpabio FC in the Nigeria National League (NNL). The result left him frustrated as the team missed an opportunity to secure maximum points. Offor noted that Akwa United had chances to win the game but failed to convert them. He stressed […]