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Real Madrid’s Vinicius banned for Clasico after hair-pull red card
Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior has received a four-match suspension following his red card during the club’s 1-0 victory over Villarreal. The Brazilian winger was punished for pulling the hair of Villarreal…
Ebola patient arrives in Switzerland for treatment as Nigeria sustains surveillance
Nigeria’s Ebola index patient and her husband have safely arrived in Switzerland for medical treatment aboard an evacuation flight. The Federal Government approved their transfer after consultations with health officials. Meanwhile, the…
FG, States, LGs Share ₦2.4trn September 2026 Revenue
The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has distributed ₦2.428 trillion among the Federal Government, 36 state governments and 774 local government councils as revenue for September 2026. The allocation includes proceeds from…
Cardoso puts Nigerian financial markets at centre of deeper investment ties with China
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso is pushing for stronger financial and banking relations between Nigeria and China. He highlighted investment opportunities in Nigeria’s financial markets, particularly naira-denominated instruments. Cardoso…
CAF Restores AFCON To Biennial Cycle
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reversed its decision to hold the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) every four years, restoring the tournament's traditional two-year schedule. The decision follows a review…
Kaduna will vote Tinubu to sustain development projects: Gov. Sani
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has set a target of securing three million votes for the APC in the 2027 elections. He expressed confidence in the party's growing support, noting that 96…
ADC faction inaugurates North-West campaign council
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has inaugurated the 2027 APC Campaign Council to strengthen the party’s preparation for the upcoming elections. APC state chairman, Rufus Bature, described the inauguration as a major…
Ooni congratulates Sultan on 20 years on throne
President Bola Tinubu, the Ooni of Ife and the Etsu Nupe have congratulated the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, on completing 20 years on the throne. They praised his purposeful…
Liverpool Come From Behind To Beat Brentford
Liverpool came from behind to secure a 2-1 victory over Brentford in the Premier League on Saturday in West London. Meanwhile, Erling Haaland scored twice as Manchester City defeated Ipswich Town 3-2,…
15 months after WAFCON success, Tinubu redeems $100,000 pledge to Super Falcons
The Federal Government has fulfilled President Bola Tinubu’s $100,000 reward pledge to each member of Nigeria’s Super Falcons following their victory at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Each player…
In Makkah, Tinubu prays that Nigeria’s diversity would lead to prosperity
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has prayed for Nigeria’s peace, unity, prosperity and sustainable development while in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. During a dinner with governors and senior government officials accompanying him on his…
Ballon d’Or: Yamal edges Cubarsi, wins Kopa Trophy 3rd time in a row
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has won the Men’s Ballon d’Or Coach of the Year award, recognising his coaching achievements. Meanwhile, Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has won the 2026 Young Talent…