Author: Olukayode Oke

Ahmed Musa Donates ₦500,000 Each To Kano Pillars And Mighty Jets Under-19 Teams. Nigeria’s Super Eagles Icon, Ahmed Musa, has generously donated ₦500,000 each to the players of Kano Pillars FC Under-19 team and Mighty Jets Under-19 team. This gesture was in recognition of their impressive performances in the ongoing inaugural Under-19 Youth League. The donation followed Kano Pillars Under-19’s thrilling 3-2 victory over Mighty Jets in a highly competitive match held on Tuesday at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano. The game showcased remarkable skill and determination from both sides, highlighting the potential of Nigeria’s budding football talents. …

AFCON 2025: Qualified Teams Officially Confirmed. The line-up for the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) has been finalised following the conclusion of the qualifiers. A total of 24 teams, including hosts Morocco, will compete in the prestigious tournament, set to showcase Africa’s finest football talent. The final qualifying matches saw Mozambique, Botswana, and Tanzania secure their places, joining 21 other nations that had already booked their spots, including Nigeria’s Super Eagles. Morocco, who will host the tournament, were the standout performers during the qualifiers, achieving a flawless record by winning all their matches, both home and away.…

Rafael Nadal Bids Emotional Farewell To Tennis After 23-Year Career. Rafael Nadal, one of tennis’ greatest legends, has officially retired after a glittering 23-year career. The 22-time Grand Slam champion bid farewell to the sport in Malaga on Tuesday night, following Spain’s Davis Cup quarter-final defeat to the Netherlands. The 38-year-old, who retires as the second-most successful men’s singles player of all time behind Novak Djokovic, expressed his gratitude for the journey he has had. “I’d like to be remembered as a kid that achieved more than I ever dreamed,” Nadal said during an on-court presentation. “I was just…

Pep Guardiola Set To Extend Manchester City Reign Until 2026 Pep Guardiola is poised to extend his stay at Manchester City for another year, keeping him at the Etihad Stadium until June 2026. Reports suggest there may also be an option to extend his tenure further, marking a remarkable decade at the helm of the club. Since his arrival in 2016 from Bayern Munich, Guardiola has transformed City into one of football’s most dominant forces, amassing an incredible 18 trophies. His haul includes six Premier League titles and a Champions League triumph, achieved during the club’s historic Treble-winning campaign…

NERC Warns DisCos Against Charging For Meter Replacements. The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has issued a strong warning to Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) against requiring customers to pay for the replacement of faulty or obsolete meters. This directive reaffirms the Commission’s commitment to upholding customer rights and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. In a notice shared on its X handle on Monday, NERC emphasised that such practices are a direct violation of Order No. NERC/246/2021. This Order mandates DisCos to replace defective meters at no cost to customers, provided the fault is not caused by customer negligence. …

Edo Queens Target Historic CAF Women’s Champions League Final. Edo Queens are poised to make history as the first Nigerian team to reach the final of the CAF Women’s Champions League when they face TP Mazembe in the semi-final today. The team’s determination follows their dramatic quarter-final victory over reigning champions Mamelodi Sundowns, secured with two last-minute goals. Coach Moses Aduku has emphasised the importance of a focused, step-by-step approach, which has been key to Edo Queens’ success in the tournament. Speaking ahead of the match, Aduku expressed gratitude for the team’s progress so far, saying, “We want to…

Tinubu Appoints Odunaiya As New PTAD Executive Secretary. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the removal of Chioma Ejikeme as the Executive Secretary of the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD). Tolulope Abiodun Odunaiya has been appointed as her replacement. This development was confirmed by PTAD spokesman Olugbenga Ajayi on Monday, who expressed confidence in the new appointment. “We are delighted to inform our public, especially PTAD pensioners and other stakeholders, of the appointment of Miss Tolulope Abiodun Odunaiya by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the substantive Executive Secretary of PTAD,” Ajayi stated. Odunaiya officially assumed her new role…

Turkish Air Strikes Cut Water Access For Over One Million In Syria. Turkish air strikes in north-east Syria have left more than one million people without access to water, compounding the region’s humanitarian crisis. Strikes on vital infrastructure in Hassakeh province, already reeling from years of drought and civil war, have shut down the main water station at Alouk. The strikes, part of Turkey’s campaign against Kurdish-led forces in the region, targeted power stations, oil fields, and gas facilities between October 2019 and January 2024. These attacks have been criticised by experts as potentially violating international law, given their…

Daniel Bwala Declares Unwavering Loyalty To President Tinubu. Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser on Policy Communication to President Bola Tinubu, has reaffirmed his absolute loyalty to the President. Speaking on Channels TV’s *Politics Today*, Bwala emphasised that his commitment to Tinubu mirrors the dedication he previously demonstrated to the 2023 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. “I’m 100 percent loyal to the President. When I was with Atiku, I was 100 percent loyal,” Bwala stated during the interview. Bwala, a former PDP member, served as the party’s campaign spokesman during the 2023 presidential election. However, he made…

Fuel Price Reduction Sparks Optimism For Easing Inflationary Pressures In Nigeria. Economists in Nigeria have expressed optimism about the recent drop in petrol prices following a direct fuel purchase agreement between Dangote Refinery and the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN). Experts suggest this development could help ease the country’s inflationary pressures in the coming months. Nigeria has been grappling with rising inflation, with the National Bureau of Statistics reporting a headline inflation rate of 33.88% and food inflation at 39.16% in October 2024. These figures mark a steady climb, placing additional strain on citizens and businesses. …

Super Eagles Qualify For AFCON 2025 Despite Shocking Loss To Rwanda Which Has Sparked Many Reactions From Supporters. Nigeria’s Super Eagles have secured their spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) but ended their qualification campaign on a disappointing note with a 2-1 defeat to Rwanda at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. Despite finishing as Group D leaders with 11 points, the loss has raised concerns about the team’s preparedness for the tournament and the leadership of interim head coach Austin Eguavoen. The Super Eagles confirmed their qualification last Thursday after a 1-1 draw with…

Super Falcons To Discover Opponents As CAF Prepares For 2025 WAFCON Draw. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that the draw for the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) will take place on Friday, 22nd November. The ceremony will be held at the Mohammed VI Technical Centre in Sale, Morocco. It will determine the group stage matchups for the 12 teams participating in the tournament, including the Super Falcons of Nigeria. Morocco is set to host the prestigious competition from 5th to 26th July 2025. The tournament promises to bring together the best of women’s…