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ADC officially picks Rotimi Amaechi as Atiku’s running mate
Editor The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has picked former Rivers State Governor and former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, as its vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, pairing him with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on what party leaders describe as a “unity and rescue ticket.” Announcing the decision, ADC National Publicity Secretary, Mallam…
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Rangers extend coach Ilechukwu’s contract until 2027
By Emmanuel Chinedu Rangers have officially extended the contract of head Coach, Fidelis Ilechukwu by signing a one-year deal until June 2027. Ilechukwu, who led the Flying Antelopes to a second league title triumph in three years, signed his new deal with the club on Saturday, following his return from national team duties…
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It’s PFL Saturday in Lagos as Adeshina fights Spain’s Nacho in a classy global show
Pius Ayinor Wasi Adeshina is a fighter who hardly keeps track of his fights. The Nigerian mixed martial artist, popularly known as the Nigerian Jaguar, will face Spain’s Ignacio “Nacho” Campos in one of the main bouts at the Professional Fighters League (PFL) Africa tournament in Lagos. This and other fights have been scheduled for Saturday night…
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World Cup 2026 opening week sets tournament tone on SuperSport
Admin The FIFA World Cup 2026 begins with a packed opening round of fixtures that immediately set the tone for the expanded 48-team tournament, co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada. With 104 matches scheduled over 39 days, the group stage opens with a steady flow of headline encounters, early statement games and key…
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Terrorists attack Kogi school, kill vice principal, six-year-old
Editor Bandits have again attacked, and this time they invaded Government Secondary School, Iluke Bunu in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, killing three persons, including a vice principal and a 6-year-old child. The attack, which occurred at about 10:00am on Wednesday, threw the community into mourning and heightened concerns over security in the…
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Trump says US ‘must’ respond after Iran shot down US Army helicopter
Editor President Donald Trump blamed Iran on Tuesday for shooting down a U.S. Army helicopter close to the Strait of Hormuz and said the United States must respond. Iran’s top diplomat said foreign military forces near the country’s territory “are at constant risk.” In the first known operation of its kind by the American military,…
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Masai Ujiri in Time’s ‘The 100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026’
Pius Ayinor Nigeria and Africa’s highest sports franchise Executive in America, Masai Ujiri, made the latest list of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026. The list also includes the FIFA President, Gianna Infantino, lady golfer Nelly Korda, Stephen Curry, and 19-year-old Formula One driver Kimi Antonelli. There is also Prince Harry, the…
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Omewa bags brace as Super Falcons trash Senegal 3-0 in Ikenne
Editor The Super Falcons of Nigeria delivered a commanding second-half performance to defeat the Teranga Lionesses of Senegal 3-0 in the second of their two international friendly games at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne, on Monday. After a tense and scoreless first half, the Falcons found their rhythm to secure a convincing win in front…
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Amobi Ezeaku resigns as NPFL Club Owners Secretary amid uncertainty over Rangers
By Emmanuel Chinedu A fresh development has emerged surrounding Rangers FC General Manager, Barrister Amobi Ezeaku, after he resigned from his position as secretary of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Club Owners Association. Ezeaku announced his resignation from the position in an official statement released on June 8, 2026. This brings to an…
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Police name suspects in abduction of Adelabu’s sister, reveal how they tracked the family
Admin The Police in Oyo State have revealed details of how they rescued the kidnapped sister of ex-power minister, Adebayo Adelabu, and her 11-year-old twin sons on June 6. The Police said they had monitored the family for weeks before the attack. The Oyo State Police Command revealed that the kidnappers had monitored the family…
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