Rivers United have officially progressed to the second qualifying round of the CAF Champions League after edging out Les Aigles of DR Congo with a 1-0 aggregate scoreline. The decisive clash took place on Sunday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, where the Nigerian side gave their fans plenty to cheer about. Despite dominating much of the early play, Rivers United had to stay patient. The breakthrough finally came just before halftime when Stephen Manyo smashed home from inside the box, giving the Pride of Rivers a deserved lead. From that point, Finidi George’s men held firm, managing…
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In a recent interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Festus Osifo, President of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), made a bold allegation against Africa’s richest man and Chairman of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote. Osifo accused Dangote of playing a significant role in undermining Nigeria’s economy, despite having benefited greatly from government support in the past. According to Osifo: Government Support: He alleged that Dangote rose to prominence largely because of exclusive opportunities granted by Nigeria, including a sole licence to import flour, sugar, and salt. Refinery Funding: Osifo further claimed that Dangote’s massive…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Niger State has chosen Alhaji Aliyu Mohammed Halidu as its new state chairman following a highly competitive election. Halidu emerged victorious with 1,289 votes, narrowly defeating his closest rival, Yahaya Abdullahi (Ability), who polled 1,260 votes. Other elected officials include: Hadi Kuta – State Secretary Mrs. Salomi Ndakosu – Woman Leader, with 1,373 votes, defeating Mrs. Ramotu Jibrin who secured 590 votes In his acceptance speech, Chairman Halidu called for unity among members, stressing that rebuilding the PDP in Niger State requires a collective effort. He assured party loyalists of his commitment to restoring…
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has openly criticized the involvement of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in a key moment during their hard-fought 2-1 win over Newcastle United. The turning point came when referee Jarred Gillett initially awarded Arsenal a penalty after Viktor Gyökeres appeared to be fouled inside the box by Nick Pope. However, VAR advised Gillett to review the incident on the pitchside monitor. After a closer look, the referee overturned his original decision, ruling that Pope had managed to get a touch on the ball before the contact. Speaking after the match, Arteta expressed his disappointment at the…
Arsenal kept their Premier League title hopes alive with a dramatic comeback victory over Newcastle United, reducing Liverpool’s lead at the summit to just two points. The Gunners headed into Sunday’s clash knowing that Liverpool’s unbeaten run had already ended following their 2-1 defeat to Crystal Palace the previous day. Mikel Arteta’s men were determined to take full advantage of the slip-up — and they delivered. Despite Arsenal’s dominance in the early stages, it was Newcastle who struck first. Nick Woltemade gave the Magpies the lead against the run of play, sending the home fans into celebration. But the second…
Over the weekend, the Global Citizen Festival in New York witnessed a moment that left Afrobeats lovers buzzing worldwide. Nigerian stars Rema and Ayra Starr stirred fresh dating rumors after sharing a brief but striking kiss on stage. Ayra Starr, one of the festival’s headliners, thrilled fans when she paused mid-performance to introduce Rema to the stage. The duo immediately captivated the audience, performing Rema’s global smash “Calm Down” (the Selena Gomez remix) and his hit track “Baby.” Their chemistry was undeniable—smiles, playful energy, and a natural connection flowed as they entertained the crowd. But the real shocker came at…
The Ogun State Government has strongly criticized Senator Gbenga Daniel for his recent comments against Governor Dapo Abiodun regarding the rehabilitation of the 260-meter Paddy Arikawe Oye-Igbimo Road in Sagamu. In a statement released by the governor’s media aide, Kayode Akinmade, the government described Daniel’s remarks as “reckless and misleading,” accusing the former governor of seeking cheap popularity and deliberately twisting facts. According to Akinmade, the contractor handling the road project had begun work without officially notifying the state authorities. He explained that the only directive from the government was for the contractor to regularize its operations and comply with…
The Kebbi State Government has strongly denied reports suggesting that the state ranked lowest in the 2025 National Examinations Council (NECO) performance rating. In a press statement released over the weekend, Dr. Halima M. Bande, Commissioner for Basic Education, described the circulating reports as misleading and inaccurate. According to Dr. Bande, Kebbi State public schools completely withdrew from NECO examinations in 2022, shifting their focus to the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) instead. “For the past four years, public schools in Kebbi State have not participated in NECO examinations. Therefore, any attempt to rank Kebbi State in the 2025 NECO…
In yet another wave of violence, armed bandits stormed Ogba-Ayo community in Oke-Ode town, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, leaving several residents dead in a Sunday morning assault. The attack, which occurred around 7:35 am on Sunday, led to the death of the Baale (community leader), his two children, and several others, sparking fear and panic among locals. According to security sources, a well-known figure in the area, Dr. Femi, popularly called Baba Gold, along with two others, has been declared missing following the incident. A Region Under Siege Communities across Ifelodun LGA have come under repeated bandit…
The Department of State Services (DSS) in Kaduna has confirmed the arrest of a social media activist, Abubakar Muhammad, widely known as Sultan. His arrest followed a formal complaint accusing him of using fake social media accounts to harass and extort a citizen. According to DSS Kaduna Command, Sultan was picked up on September 27, 2025, at Layin Dan-Masani, Rigachikun, in Igabi Local Government Area. Allegations Against Sultan Investigations by DSS cyber experts revealed that Sultan allegedly operated phishing accounts with the handles: @OZugwai40986 on X (formerly Twitter) @Zugwai75 on Instagram These accounts were reportedly used to threaten the complainant,…