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Team Nigeria Clinches Bronze in African Hockey Cup of Nations

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Team Nigeria has returned home in high spirits after a remarkable showing at the African Hockey Cup of Nations (ACN) held in Ismailia, Egypt. The men’s national team clinched a bronze medal — their best finish in recent years — capping off a strong continental campaign for the nation. The Nigerian contingent, comprising entirely local-based players, spent over six intensive weeks in camp in Abuja, sharpening their skills and tactics before heading to Egypt. […]

October 19, 2025 2

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General

You are a Gift to Humanity – DG NILDS Hails Ooni of Ife at 51

By Chinedu Echianu The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Professor Abubakar Sulaiman, has extended warm felicitations to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on the occasion of his 51st birthday anniversary. In a statement issued on Friday, by his Media Adviser, Mohammad Abdulkadri, Professor Sulaiman described the Ooni’s birthday as a day of great honour — not only because of the prestige of the throne he occupies but also […]

October 18, 2025 2

General

President Tinubu Returns to Abuja After Counter-Terrorism Meeting in Rome

By Chinedu Echianu President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Abuja after participating in the Aqaba Process Heads of State and Government-level Meeting held in Rome, Italy. The Aqaba Process, launched in 2015 by His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan, is a global counter-terrorism initiative co-chaired by Jordan and Italy. According to a statement by Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the Rome edition of the meeting focused on strengthening regional and international cooperation in the fight against terrorism and violent […]

October 18, 2025

Security

DHQ Denies Coup Attempt Rumour, Reaffirms Loyalty to Tinubu’s Government

By Chinedu Echianu The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed as false and misleading an online report alleging that the cancellation of activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary was linked to an attempted military coup. In a statement signed by the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, the DHQ described the publication as “malicious” and aimed at creating unnecessary tension and distrust among Nigerians. According to the statement which was shared by Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga on his Facebook […]

October 18, 2025

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Sport

Kano Pillars Retain Amputee Football Championship Crown

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Kano Pillars have once again proven their dominance in Nigerian amputee football, successfully defending their title to emerge champions of the 2025 Nigeria National Amputee Football Championship, which concluded in Abuja on Friday. The high-stakes final against Phoenix FC of Lagos lived up to its billing as a battle of skill, grit, and tactical discipline. After an intense 0–0 stalemate in regulation time, the encounter was decided by penalties, where Kano Pillars held their nerve to convert […]

October 18, 2025 2

Local News

RHIFIL Delivers Hope and Healthcare to IDPs at Uhogua Camp

By Julian Osamoto Edo State, Nigeria The Rural Health Initiative for Improved Living (RHIFIL) has commissioned a fully equipped health centre and modern sanitation facility for internally displaced persons (IDPs) at the Home for the Needy Foundation Camp in Uhogua, near Benin City, Edo State. Founded by Rev. (Mrs.) Josephine Kpere Daibo, RHIFIL is dedicated to improving healthcare access, hygiene, and education for vulnerable populations across Nigeria. A Lifeline for Displaced Families Speaking at the unveiling, Rev. Daibo noted that […]

October 18, 2025

General

CP Dantawaye Miller Assumes Duty as New FCT Commissioner of Police

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has announced the assumption of CP Dantawaye Miller as its 34th Commissioner of Police. According to a statement by SP Josephine Adeh, Police Public Relations Officer, he takes over from CP Ajao S. Adewale, who has been redeployed for another assignment by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun. A career officer with over 20 years of service, CP Miller hails from Kajuru LGA, Kaduna State, and holds degrees in […]

October 17, 2025

Business

Prioritise People’s Welfare, EnsureTransparency, Speaker Abbas Charges SSDC

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has urged the South South Development Commission (SSDC) to live up to its mandate by bringing development to the people especially at the grassroots. Speaker Abbas particularly urged the SSDC to address the socio-economic challenges for which the Commission was created. The Speaker gave the charge on Thursday when the board and management of the SSDC visited him in Abuja according to a statement on Friday […]

October 17, 2025

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Sport

Nigeria Joins ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Celebration

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso In alignment with the ICC Women’s Week marking the ongoing ICC Women's Cricket World Cup, India 2025, the Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) has hosted a landmark Mass Participation Program at the Centre for Women’s Cricket, Iyoba College, Edo State, aimed at promoting women’s cricket and empowering the girl child through sport. The initiative reflects the ICC’s vision to celebrate women’s cricket across Associate Member nations while fostering inclusivity and youth engagement in the game. Over 300 pupils […]

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