2027 Lagos State governorship aspirant, Samuel Ajose, has stepped down from the race ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election, declaring support for Obafemi Hamzat. Ajose announced his decision on Tuesday, admitting it was a difficult choice but one made in the interest of the party and broader …
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, said it had arrested former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, days after he was sentenced in absentia over the alleged diversion of more than N33 billion meant for the Mambilla power project and other electricity schemes. Mamman’s arrest came less than …
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The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has reaffirmed that compliance with Nigerian Content regulations in the oil and gas industry remains non-negotiable. The Executive Secretary of NCDMB, Felix Ogbe, stated this on Tuesday at the 2026 Nigerian Oil and Gas Midstream and Downstream Stakeholders Summit in Lagos. Ogbe …
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Nigeria will head into the qualification campaign for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) against Madagascar, Tanzania and Guinea-Bissau after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) conducted the official draw for the qualifying stage of the tournament. The draw, which determines the road to the expanded 2027 finals co-hosted …
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Chelsea forward João Pedro has been named the club’s Player of the Season for 2025-26, just hours after suffering the disappointment of being left out of Brazil’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Chelsea confirmed the award on their official website after the Brazilian attacker dominated the supporters’ vote, …
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Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play-offs for spying on semi-final opponents Middlesbrough, who will now battle Hull for a spot in the Premier League. A member of Southampton’s staff was spotted filming one of Middlesbrough’s training sessions in the run-up to the play-off semi-final between the two clubs, …
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Carlos Alcaraz’s hopes of regaining his Wimbledon title have been dashed with the two-time champion announcing Tuesday he is withdrawing as he recovers from a wrist injury. “My recovery is going well, and I’m feeling much better, but unfortunately, I’m still not ready to play. I am obliged to withdraw …
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Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has approved the promotion of civil servants across all levels in the state civil service. The approval was contained in a circular issued by the Rivers State Civil Service Commission and signed by its Permanent Secretary, James Enebeli. Newsextra24 reports that the circular, titled “Call for Recommendation for Promotion,” directed …
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The immediate past Governor of Kogi State,Yahaya Bello, has emerged winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary for Kogi Central ahead of the 2027 general elections. Newsextra24 reports that the primary, which was held on Monday, had two other aspirants in the race for the party’s ticket. Those who contested …
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Afrobeat singer and grandson of the legendary Fela Kuti, Made Kuti, has opened up about why he did not kneel to propose to his wife. Speaking on the Timeless Podcast on Nix Network YouTube channel, the 30-year-old shares his views on proposals and marriages. Made explained that his marriage is …
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