Author: Pius Ayinor

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As two of Africa’s most active fencers in 2025, the Idongesit siblings, Sara and Mahathir, will open their 2026 season at the FIE Junior World Cup taking place in Cairo, Egypt, from January 30 to 31. Their participation highlights the progress of youth fencing in Nigeria and underscores the Nigeria Fencing Federation’s continued efforts to…

Nigerian nurse loses licence for sleeping on duty in Australia

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By Editor A Nigerian-born nurse, Chimzuruoke Okembunachi, has had her nursing licence cancelled in Australia after a tribunal found she repeatedly slept during night shifts at an aged care facility, putting elderly patients at risk. As reported by the Daily Mail on Friday, the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal on January 20th ruled that Ms…

Team Nigeria to camp in Aberdeen for 2026 Commonwealth Games

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By Editor The National Sports Commission (NSC) has confirmed that Nigerian athletes preparing for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, will undergo a four-week residential training camp as part of efforts to ensure optimal performance at the Games. Director General of the NSC, Bukola Olopade, disclosed through a press statement on Sunday that the…

NDDC Chairman, Ebie, wants Olympians from Niger Delta Games

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By our reporter The Chairman of the board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Chiedu Ebie, has spoken of a future where talents discovered at the Niger Delta Games would be representing the country at international sporting events such as the Olympics, Commonwealth Games, and the All Africa Games. Ebie made a brief stop…

AFCON Handball: Nigeria defeat hosts Rwanda 30-20 to top Group A

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By Editor Nigeria’s Senior Men Handball Team, the Golden Arrows, delivered a dominant display to defeat host nation Rwanda 30-20, finishing as Group A winners at the ongoing Africa Men’s Handball Nations Cup in Kigali. The encounter at the BK Arena saw Nigeria take early control, going into halftime with a 14–10 advantage after a…

NPFL Super Sunday: Shooting Stars host Bendel Insurance Live on M4STV

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By our reporter The Nigeria Premier Football League will serve up a blockbuster this Sunday as Shooting Stars of Ibadan welcome Bendel Insurance of Benin to the Lekan Salami Stadium. The encounter, which pits two of the league’s most storied sides against each other, will be broadcast live on M4STV, Nigeria’s rapidly growing news and…

Gumel hails Omidiran’s appointment as Chair, Federal Character Commission

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By Editor The President of the Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC), Engr. Habu Ahmed Gumel has celebrated Chief Ayo Omidiran over her appointment as the Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC). Omidiran, one of the sporting community’s finest, was sworn into office on Thursday, January 22, 2026, by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Gumel then…

Nigerian, Kenyan, Ethiopian, and Ugandan elite stars brace up for Lagos City Marathon

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By our reporter With 21 days to go, the countdown has begun as Lagos prepares to host one of Africa’s biggest road races, where speed, stamina, and pride will click on a global stage on Saturday, February 14. The 10th edition delivered unforgettable moments. Now, it’s time to go again. This year’s edition promises even…

Kano Governor Yusuf dumps NNPP, set to join APC

Jan 23, 2026

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By Editor Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has finally resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) after weeks of what can be described as rehearsals. He is expected to join the All Progressives Congress. The governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature, announced the development in a statement made available to the media on Friday. Bature said…

ADC to Government: Stop denying security problems

Jan 22, 2026

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