Category: News
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NIGERIA UNVEILS 14-MAN SQUAD FOR ICC U-19 CRICKET AFRICA QUALIFIER
The Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) has announced a 14-man Junior YellowGreens squad for the ICC U-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Africa Qualifier Division 2, scheduled to hold in Rwanda from August 9 to 15. Head Coach Daniel Gim said the team, captained by Rahmon Ali, emerged after a rigorous three-phase selection process in Abuja and…
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NCoS EXPANDS INMATES’ HEALTHCARE WITH NATIONWIDE DISTRIBUTION OF ESSENTIAL DRUGS
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has launched the second-quarter nationwide distribution of essential drugs and medical supplies to custodial centres, reaffirming its commitment to improving inmates’ healthcare, mental wellbeing and overall welfare. Controller-General of Corrections, Sylvester Nwakuche, said the initiative is part of ongoing reforms under the Nigerian Correctional Service Act, 2019, aimed at providing…
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NIGERIAN ARMY NAMED AFRICA’S BEST COUNTER-TERRORISM FORCE FOR 2025
The Nigerian Army has been recognised as Africa’s Best National Army in Counter-Terrorism Operations for 2025 by African Security Watch, in recognition of its efforts against terrorism and violent extremism across the country. The award was presented to the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, at the Army Headquarters in Abuja. He described the…
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EKEDC INSTALLS 3,000 FREE PREPAID METERS IN BADAGRY, APPEALS FOR PATIENCE
The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) says it has installed more than 3,000 free prepaid meters in the Gbaji and Apa communities of Badagry over the past six months as part of efforts to improve electricity service and reduce estimated billing. Speaking during a stakeholders’ meeting in Badagry, EKEDC said the meters were deployed through…
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SANWO-OLU PRESENTS LAND ALLOCATION LETTERS TO 98 LAGOS COMMUNITIES
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has presented land allocation letters to 98 indigenous communities within the Ito-Omu New Town project area, describing the move as a major step towards inclusive and well-planned development in the rapidly growing Lekki-Epe corridor. The governor said the allocation recognises the rights of long-established communities and guarantees their place in…
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FIREBOY DML SETS AUGUST 7 RELEASE DATE FOR ‘CLAAT!’
Afrobeats singer Adedamola Adefolahan, popularly known as Fireboy DML, has announced that his highly anticipated single “CLAAT!” would be released on Aug. 7. The singer made the announcement in a post on his verified X handle on Wednesday July 29. Fireboy DML shared a short monochrome teaser video with the caption, “CLAAT! 08/07,” confirming the…
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MAYORKUN, DAVIDO REUNITE ON NEW SONG “B4 B4”
Nigerian music stars Mayorkun and Davido are teaming up again with the release of “B4 B4,” a new collaboration set to drop on July 31 as part of Davido’s forthcoming album, Oriadé. Mayorkun announced the track on Instagram with a promotional photo alongside Davido, while the Afrobeats superstar fueled fans’ excitement by responding with the…
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EDO INTENSIFIES ANTI-KIDNAPPING CRACKDOWN AFTER MARKET ABDUCTION
The abduction of a woman from a busy market in Benin City has triggered one of Edo State’s most coordinated security responses in recent years, with the government, security agencies, judiciary, traditional institutions and civil society groups joining forces to tackle kidnapping and other violent crimes. Following the incident, Governor Monday Okpebholo ordered an immediate…
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UEFA OPPOSES FIFA’S $20BN COMMERCIAL VENTURE, REJECTS STAKE SALE PLAN
UEFA has rejected FIFA’s proposal to sell minority stakes in a newly created commercial subsidiary, FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), warning that football’s governance should not be treated as a commercial asset. FIFA said the new company, valued at $20 billion, would oversee its commercial and event operations while the governing body retains control of competitions,…
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LAGOS EXPANDS FREE HEPATITIS SCREENING, VACCINATION CAMPAIGN ACROSS COMMUNITIES
The Lagos State Government has expanded its free hepatitis screening and vaccination campaign to Ikorodu, Isolo and Ajeromi as part of activities marking the 2026 World Hepatitis Day. Residents are receiving free Hepatitis B and C tests, counselling, vaccination and referrals for treatment where necessary. State AIDS Programme Coordinator, Dr. Oladipupo Fisher, said the initiative…
