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By Peter Omopo Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has paid glowing tribute to Nigeria’s historic 1996 Olympic football team, describing the Dream Team as the greatest side in the nation’s football history as the country marked the 30th anniversary of its historic Olympic gold medal triumph. Sani made the remarks in a post shared on his verified X account on Monday, August 3, commemorating three decades since Nigeria defeated Argentina to win Africa’s first ever Olympic football gold medal at the Atlanta 1996 Olympic Games. Reflecting on the landmark achievement, the former lawmaker said the accomplishment remains unmatched in…

By Peter Omopo The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Ugandan referee Shamirah Nabadda to officiate the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Morocco 2026 quarter final clash between hosts Morocco and Senegal. The highly anticipated encounter is scheduled to take place on Monday at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat, with kick off set for 9:00 p.m. local time. According to the list of match officials released by CAF, Nabadda will be assisted by Burundi’s Fides Bangurambona as Assistant Referee One, while Uganda’s Nancy Kasitu will serve as Assistant Referee Two. Cameroon’s Innocentia Njang has…

By Peter Omopo FirstHoldCo Plc has become the first banking stock listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) to surpass a market capitalisation of ₦6 trillion, marking a historic milestone for Nigeria’s banking sector following another strong rally in its share price. Data published on the Nigerian Exchange showed that the financial services group closed trading on Friday with a market value of ₦5.89 trillion at a share price of ₦129.55. However, by 10:43 a.m. on Monday, the company’s stock had climbed to ₦137.20 per share, pushing its market capitalisation beyond the ₦6 trillion mark. The achievement further extends FirstHoldCo’s remarkable…

By Peter Omopo Nigeria has reaffirmed its longstanding ties with the Republic of Benin by joining the country’s 66th Independence Anniversary celebration, underscoring the shared commitment of both nations to regional cooperation, peace and security in West Africa. The colourful ceremony, held at the iconic Amazone in Cotonou, featured impressive military displays and cultural performances, with the Nigerian contingent delivering one of the event’s most outstanding performances. According to a statement issued by the Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, Headquarters 9 Brigade, Major Akinola Ajibola, the Nigerian delegation was led by the Commander of 9 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier…

By Peter Omopo Former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd.), has expressed deep sorrow over the death of elder statesman and former senior public servant, Alhaji Abubakar Alhaji, describing his passing as a monumental loss to Nigeria. In a condolence message, Babangida extended his sympathies to the family of the deceased, the Sultan of Sokoto, as well as the government and people of Sokoto State, while praying for the peaceful repose of the late elder statesman’s soul. He described Alhaji Abubakar Alhaji as an accomplished public servant, seasoned diplomat, elder statesman and patriot whose decades of dedicated service left…

By Peter Omopo The Department of State Services (DSS) has urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to foreclose the defence of former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, accusing him of deliberately delaying proceedings in his ongoing trial over alleged criminal defamation, cyberstalking and incitement. The application was made on Monday by counsel to the DSS, Akinlolu Kehinde (SAN), before Justice Mohammed Umar after Sowore’s lawyer, Adeyinka Olumide Fusika (SAN), sought an adjournment during the continuation of the defence. Sowore is being prosecuted by the DSS over social media posts made last year in which…

By Peter Omopo Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Southwest have reaffirmed their commitment to securing victory for the party in the August 15 Osun State governorship election, pledging unity and coordinated campaign efforts in support of the party’s candidate, Oyebamiji. The resolution was reached during a strategic meeting held on Sunday at the Lagos State House in Marina, Lagos, which brought together the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, APC chieftain Chief Bisi Akande, and the party’s governorship candidates from Oyo, Ogun and Lagos states. Speaking after the meeting,…

By Peter Omopo The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has released fresh guidelines for prospective corps members ahead of the forthcoming orientation exercise, urging them to prioritise their safety by avoiding night travel and ensuring all registration requirements are completed before arriving at camp. In a notice shared on its official X account on Monday, the scheme advised prospective corps members not to embark on journeys to their respective orientation camps at night, stressing the importance of personal safety during transit. The NYSC also warned that prospective corps members whose dates of graduation on their call up letters do not…

By Peter Omopo Team Nigeria has concluded its campaign at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games with a commendable seventh place finish on the overall medals table, emerging as the highest ranked African nation after an impressive performance across several sporting events. The Nigerian contingent amassed 24 medals, comprising 10 gold, seven silver and seven bronze, to secure seventh position behind Australia, England, Canada, India, Scotland and New Zealand. Australia topped the medals standings with a dominant haul of 171 medals, including 70 gold, 45 silver and 56 bronze. England finished second with 110 medals, while Canada claimed third place with…

By Peter Omopo The Kebbi State High Court judge, Hon. Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza, who was abducted about a week ago, has regained his freedom and safely reunited with his family. A family member confirmed the development on Monday, revealing that the judge returned home after spending one week in captivity. According to the family, Justice Bunza’s return has brought immense relief and gratitude. “We are in jubilation and full of gratitude to God for seeing our own return safely from captivity. He was just released and has returned home after spending one week with the bandits,” the family member…