Enyimba’s technical adviser, Stanley Eguma, has emphasized the need for his side to sharpen their finishing ability as the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) season progresses. The Aba-based club, popularly known as the People’s Elephant, has managed to score just one goal in their opening two league fixtures. In their most recent game against Niger Tornadoes in Aba, Enyimba created multiple scoring chances but failed to capitalize, leaving fans frustrated. Eguma admitted that while the team’s overall performance was solid, their inability to convert opportunities into goals is a major concern. “We created so many scoring opportunities but didn’t take…
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The North East region is once again in the spotlight as its governors push for major infrastructure and economic reforms. On Wednesday, Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, alongside his colleagues, met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja to table pressing developmental needs. Focus of the Meeting The central issues on the agenda were: Completion of 17 major road projects linking the North East to other parts of Nigeria. Resumption of oil exploration in the Kolmani oil fields and Lake Chad frontier wells. These projects, according to the governors, hold the key to unlocking trade,…
The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has strongly refuted claims made by former Senator Kabiru Garba Marafa that he delivered one million votes for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election. In a statement released in Gusau on Wednesday, the state party chairman, Alhaji Tukur Umar Danfulani, described Marafa’s remarks as “empty boasting” and disconnected from political reality. “Marafa Has No Political Weight” – APC Chairman Danfulani stressed that Marafa had no significant electoral influence, noting that Tinubu’s votes in Zamfara came from the party’s structures, grassroots members, and respected leaders, not from the efforts…
Former Chelsea and Real Madrid forward Eden Hazard has made a bold claim about his dribbling ability, naming Lionel Messi as the only player he considers superior to him in that skill. In a recent video shared by the UEFA Champions League account on X, Hazard was asked to stay silent until he heard the name of a footballer he believed was a better dribbler than himself. The list began with Desire Doué (PSG), Rafael Leão (AC Milan), Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (PSG), and Raphinha (Barcelona). Hazard showed no reaction, confidently staying silent. The Belgian only shifted his facial expression when names…
Veteran journalist and publisher, Dele Momodu, has stirred national debate after declaring that President Bola Tinubu’s style of governance resembles a “civilian dictatorship.” The outspoken media mogul made this statement on Wednesday evening through a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) account. According to Momodu, Nigerian leaders — not just opposition figures — must be open to constructive criticism if the country truly hopes to progress. “I stand gidigba by my opinion that what we have now is civilian dictatorship. Constructive criticism is not meant only for political opponents but for all leaders,” he wrote. Momodu emphasized that while…
The United States has announced a $32.5 million humanitarian assistance package for Nigeria to tackle hunger and malnutrition in the country’s conflict-affected north, with a special focus on Borno state. According to the U.S. mission in Nigeria, the funding will help deliver emergency food and nutrition support to thousands of internally displaced people in the northeast, a region devastated by over a decade of insurgency. Who Will Benefit from the Aid? The package is set to reach more than 764,000 vulnerable people, including: 41,569 pregnant and breastfeeding women 43,235 children battling malnutrition The Hunger Crisis in Borno State Borno state…
In a heartbreaking incident that has left many in shock, police in Kamba town, Dandi Local Government Area of Kebbi State have arrested 20-year-old Maryam Atiku for allegedly attempting to bury her newborn baby girl alive. How the Incident Happened According to police investigations, Maryam reportedly wrapped three pieces of cloth around the infant’s neck, covered her mouth, and carried her to a bush near Malam Yaro village. There, she dug a shallow hole and buried the baby, leaving her to die. Farmer’s Quick Action Saves Baby The tragic act was discovered when Alhaji Kabiru Muhammad, a local farmer, noticed…
A heartbreaking accident occurred on Wednesday afternoon in Abuja, claiming the lives of a man, his wife, and their young son. According to eyewitnesses, the family was driving a Toyota Highlander SUV after purchasing a new refrigerator when they were pursued by three touts, commonly known as Agberos, around the Berger axis. How the Tragedy Happened Reports indicate that the touts allegedly forced their way into the moving SUV and attempted to seize control of the steering wheel from the driver. In the struggle, the vehicle veered off course, crashed into a bridge pillar, and plunged into a drainage channel.…
An attempt to settle the legal dispute between the Niger State government and Badeggi FM radio station outside the courtroom has failed, forcing the case back into the judicial process. The negotiation effort was initiated by the Niger State government after its counsel, Jacob Johnson Usman SAN, informed the court (case number NSHC/M/0296/2025) on August 5, 2025, that both sides were considering an amicable resolution. The court, presided over by Justice Mohammed Mohammed, granted time for discussions and adjourned proceedings until September 3, 2025. Talks Collapse At the resumed sitting on September 3, Badeggi FM’s counsel, Philip Emmanuel, disclosed that…
In a world where global trade is increasingly used as a political weapon, India has proven that resilience and independence still hold weight. Russia has publicly commended New Delhi for refusing to bow to pressure from former U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff policies. Speaking with Indonesian newspaper Kompas, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his steadfast approach. Lavrov noted that despite Trump’s threats to impose heavier tariffs on countries dealing with Russia, India has maintained its long-standing partnership with Moscow. A Strategic Partnership Built on Trust Lavrov described India as a “privileged strategic partner” —…