Enoch Odesola

Governance

Tinubu at Pope’s event shows rare tolerance – Fani-Kayode

Rome, Italy — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s attendance at the inauguration mass of the newly installed Catholic Pontiff, Pope Leo XIV, has been described as a groundbreaking act of religious tolerance and mutual respect. The commendation came from Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, former Minister of Aviation and a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), […]

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Metro News

Abducted OndoAPC Ward Chairman Killed Despite Ransom Payment

Ifon, Ondo State — The political community in Ondo State has been thrown into mourning following the killing of Mr. Nelson Adepoyigi, Ward 5 Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ose Local Government Area, by suspected kidnappers. Despite efforts by his family to secure his release through ransom negotiations, Adepoyigi was murdered by […]

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Sports

Awoniyi Still Under Medical Watch, Says Coach Nuno

Nottingham, UK — Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espírito Santo has confirmed that Nigerian international Taiwo Awoniyi is under close medical observation following a serious abdominal injury sustained during a Premier League match.   Awoniyi, 27, was placed in an induced coma after undergoing two stages of emergency surgery to treat internal injuries suffered during the […]

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Governance

Adeleke Sends Team to Inspect Community Initiative

Ido-Osun, Osun State — Governor Ademola Adeleke has deployed state officials to Aduragbemi community in Ido-Osun to investigate complaints over an allegedly substandard road construction project. The move follows a protest by community residents on Thursday, who accused the contractor of executing a poorly constructed road and demanded immediate government intervention. In a statement issued […]

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Entertainment

Mr Macaroni Reflects on Love & Realities of Dating in Lagos

Lagos, Nigeria — Popular Nigerian comedian and actor, Adebowale Adedayo, widely known as Mr Macaroni, has shared personal insights on love, heartbreak, and the complexities of modern relationships, especially within Lagos. Appearing as a guest on a recent episode of the Dating in Lagos Show, hosted by media personality Ariyiike Dimples, the entertainer opened up […]

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Entertainment

2Baba Celebrates Natasha as “Most Beautiful Lawmaker”

Lagos, Nigeria — Renowned Nigerian music icon Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has publicly expressed admiration and affection for Edo State legislator, Natasha Osawaru, following her recent recognition. The Afro-pop legend took to his Instagram Story to shower praises on the lawmaker, whom he fondly referred to as the “most beautiful lawmaker,” while congratulating […]

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Football

Flying Eagles Miss Harcourt, Okoro Ahead of AFCON Bronze tie

Cairo, Egypt — Nigeria’s U-20 national team, the Flying Eagles, will be without two vital players as they gear up for the third-place match against hosts Egypt in the ongoing 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This development was confirmed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) in an official statement released on Sunday via […]

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Football

Dani Olmo Fully Committed to Barcelona—Agent

Barcelona, Spain — Spanish international and Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo remains committed to the Catalan giants, despite widespread media speculation about a potential transfer. This clarification came from Olmo’s representative in a statement shared during an interview with Sky Germany, addressing the rumours linking the 27-year-old to a possible move to the English Premier League. […]

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News

ECOWAS hails Nigeria’s eMC+ portal as regional model

Abuja,Nigeria:The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has commended Nigeria’s Electronic Mining Cadastre Plus (eMC+) portal, describing it as a regional model for promoting transparency and efficiency in the extractive sector. This endorsement came during a high-level visit by ECOWAS technical experts and national representatives to the Nigeria Mining Cadastre Office (NMCO) in Abuja, […]

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News

60 Kano schools showcase talent in AGILE Week 2025

Kano state, Nigeria:More than 60 secondary schools across Kano State participated in a week-long series of academic, entrepreneurial, and sporting competitions as part of activities marking AGILE Week 2025, organized under the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project. The event, held to spotlight the talents and intellectual strengths of adolescent girls, featured […]

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