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Heartbreak in Casablanca: South Africa End Super Falcons’ Historic World Cup Run

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Heartbreak in Casablanca: South Africa End Super Falcons’ Historic World Cup Run

Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been eliminated from the race for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup after suffering a 2-1 defeat to South Africa in a decisive qualification play-off in Casablanca, Morocco, on Thursday. The loss marks a historic setback for Nigeria, which had previously qualified for every edition of the FIFA Women’s World Cup…

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Football, Women Football

ECOWAS Targets 2027 for ECO Currency Launch as Regional Bloc Adopts Phased Approach

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ECOWAS Targets 2027 for ECO Currency Launch as Regional Bloc Adopts Phased Approach

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has reaffirmed its commitment to introducing the long-awaited ECO single currency in 2027, marking a renewed push to deepen economic integration and facilitate trade across the West African region. The decision was reaffirmed at the 69th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and…

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Finance and Economy, Uncategorized

Kwara Police Foil AK-47 Procurement Deal, Arrest Suspected Kidnap Gang Member

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Kwara Police Foil AK-47 Procurement Deal, Arrest Suspected Kidnap Gang Member

The Kwara State Police Command has disrupted an alleged attempt to procure an AK-47 rifle in Kaiama Local Government Area of the state, arresting a suspect identified as Sanda Aliyu before the firearm could be delivered. The Command disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday, August 13, 2026, by its Public Relations Officer, SP…

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Crime Watch

Osun Election: Amnesty International Predicts Low Turnout, Reveals Why

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Osun Election: Amnesty International Predicts Low Turnout, Reveals Why

Amnesty International Nigeria has warned that the August 15, 2026, Osun State governorship election could record low voter turnout, citing growing fear among residents following a series of violent incidents and reports of intimidation ahead of the poll. The organisation said the security situation could discourage many eligible voters from going to the polling units….

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Voting and Elections

Osun Election: INEC Adds SDP to Ballot, Reprints Result Sheets Days to Poll

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Osun Election: INEC Adds SDP to Ballot, Reprints Result Sheets Days to Poll

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has included the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and its governorship candidate, Dr Francis Olugbenga Ajala, in the ballot for the Osun State governorship election scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026. The development comes just days before voters are expected to elect the next governor of the state. INEC disclosed…

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News

UBEC Raises Alarm Over N332bn Basic Education Funds Left Unaccessed, Unutilised

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UBEC Raises Alarm Over N332bn Basic Education Funds Left Unaccessed, Unutilised

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has raised concern over more than N332 billion in basic education funds that remain either unaccessed or unutilised across Nigerian states, urging governments to urgently convert the resources into tangible improvements in schools. The Executive Secretary of UBEC, Aisha Garba, disclosed this on Tuesday in Asaba, Delta State, while…

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Education and Institutions

Omu-Aran Welcomes New Army Battalion as Leaders Commend Tinubu, AbdulRazaq

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Omu-Aran Welcomes New Army Battalion as Leaders Commend Tinubu, AbdulRazaq

The people of Omu-Aran in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State have welcomed the deployment of a new Nigerian Army battalion to the community, describing the development as a major boost to security across Kwara South. The reception, held on Tuesday, brought together traditional rulers, community leaders, the local government administration and residents, who…

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National Security and Military

NYSC Rejects N200 NANS Levy, Says Payment Not Required for Mobilisation

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NYSC Rejects N200 NANS Levy, Says Payment Not Required for Mobilisation

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has rejected reports linking a proposed N200 annual levy by the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) to the mobilisation of graduates for national service. The Scheme said students and prospective corps members do not need to pay the levy to qualify for NYSC mobilisation. The clarification came on…

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Youths and Youths Development

Davido Takes Osun Election Battle to Trump, Warns: ‘We Do Not Want Bloodshed’

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Davido Takes Osun Election Battle to Trump, Warns: ‘We Do Not Want Bloodshed’

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has made a direct appeal to United States President Donald Trump over growing concerns surrounding the forthcoming Osun State governorship election, calling for international attention to the conduct of the poll. In a strongly worded post on X, formerly known as Twitter, Davido addressed Trump directly…

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News

FG Names Five States, FCT for Pilot National Ranching Policy to Tackle Farmer-Herder Conflicts

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FG Names Five States, FCT for Pilot National Ranching Policy to Tackle Farmer-Herder Conflicts

The Federal Government has selected five states and the Federal Capital Territory for the pilot implementation of Nigeria’s National Ranching Policy, in a major step towards reforming livestock production and addressing persistent farmer-herder conflicts across the country. The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, disclosed the development on Tuesday after briefing President Bola Ahmed…

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Agriculture