Category: News
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ROBO QUEENS CRUISE TO RECORD 14TH LAGOS FA CUP TITLE
FC Robo Queens have added another trophy to their cabinet, hammering Ghetto Tigers Ladies 4–0 to win a record 14th Lagos Federation Cup title. The final at Mobolaji Johnson Arena was effectively over before halftime, with all four goals coming in a one-sided first-half performance. Debutants Ghetto Tigers struggled to cope with Robo’s experience and…
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KORODU CITY STRIKE GOLD AGAIN! THIRD LAGOS FA CUP IN STYLE
Ikorodu City FC have done it again, edging G-12 FC 1-0 to clinch the 2026 Lagos Federation Cup—and their third title in just a few years. The final at Mobolaji Johnson Arena delivered drama, but it was captain Tosin Oyedokun who settled it in the 76th minute with a stunning long-range strike that left the…
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TEAM NIGERIA STRIKES AGAIN: TWO MORE TICKETS BOOKED FOR WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
Team Nigeria has secured two more spots for the World Championships in Beijing at the 2026 World Athletics Relays in Botswana. The mixed 4×400m team—featuring Samson Nathaniel, Taiwo Kudoro, Chidi Okezie, and Patience Okon-George—delivered a season’s best (3:12.88) to finish second and qualify automatically. The women’s 4×100m team also bounced back in style. After a…
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UNITED EDGE LIVERPOOL IN THRILLER, SEAL CHAMPIONS LEAGUE RETURN
Manchester United pulled off a dramatic 3-2 win over Liverpool FC at Old Trafford, booking their spot in next season’s UEFA Champions League. The hosts came flying out, scoring twice early through Cunha (6’) and Benjamin Sesko (14’) to take control. But Liverpool FC roared back after the break, with Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo…
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STOCK MARKET SURGE: INVESTORS CASH OUT N26TRN AS OIL, DIVIDENDS DRIVE RALLY
Nigeria’s equities market delivered a blockbuster April, with investors gaining a massive ₦26.2 trillion as bullish momentum swept through the market. Market capitalisation jumped from ₦129.8 trillion to ₦155.9 trillion up over 20%—while the All-Share Index surged to 242,277 points, reflecting strong investor confidence. Analysts say the rally was powered by rising global oil prices,…
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PRESSCO POSTS BIG GAINS: PROFIT SOARS 57% IN 2025
Presco Plc has reported a 57.1% jump in profit before tax to ₦177.9 billion for 2025, showing strong momentum in Nigeria’s edible oil sector. Profit after tax rose to ₦121.5 billion, while revenue surged nearly 60% to ₦330.6 billion, driven by improved efficiency and market demand. Gross and operating profits also recorded impressive growth of…
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IMO SUMMIT: NIGERIA DEMANDS FAIR PLAY IN NET-ZERO SHIPPING PUSH
At the International Maritime Organization summit in London, Adegboyega Oyetola made it clear: the global shift to net-zero shipping must be fair and inclusive. He backed decarbonisation but warned that countries like Nigeria shouldn’t be weighed down by policies that ignore their economic and infrastructure challenges. Oyetola stressed that climate action must go hand-in-hand with…
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KATSINA BLOODBATH: POLICE HUNT BANDITS AFTER DEADLY REPRISAL ATTACK
Police in Katsina have launched a full-scale manhunt after suspected bandits carried out a deadly reprisal attack in Kankia communities, killing 11 people. Commissioner of Police, Ali Umar-Fage, says the attack came after recent security operations disrupted bandit activities in the area. Just days earlier, officers foiled cattle rustling attempts in Gadar Yan Tulu and…
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PRESS FREEDOM UNDER PRESSURE: SERAP, NGE DEMAND ACTION ON INSECURITY, ATTACKS ON JOURNALISTS
In a strong joint statement, the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) and the Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE) have called on the Federal Government, state governors, and FCT authorities to urgently protect journalists and tackle Nigeria’s deepening insecurity. The groups warned that attacks on media professionals, shrinking civic space, and unchecked human rights abuses…
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GLOBAL SCOUTS ARRIVE IN ONDO AS INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL TALENT HUNT KICKS OFF
Young footballers in Ondo are about to get their biggest shot yet Europe and South America scouts are watching. Akure — Grassroots football in Ondo is set for a major spotlight as Abaj Multilinks Limited launches the Aiyedatiwa International Scouting Programme to discover and promote young talent. The initiative, announced by CEO Prince Dapo Ajibade,…
