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Nigeria’s Super Eagles have jumped four places to 41st in the latest FIFA men’s world rankings, breaking back into Africa’s top five.Released on Friday, the new FIFA rankings mark a major improvement for Nigeria, who have climbed from 45th to 41st....

The Federal Government has clarified that no inmate has been released under the recent Presidential Prerogative of Mercy exercise, noting that the process is still undergoing final administrative review.Recall that President Bola Tinubu recently granted a pardon to Sir Herbert Macaulay, as well as 174 others, following approval by the Council of State....

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has continued its drive to instill patriotism and civic values among Nigerian children as the Director-General, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, hosted pupils from two Abuja schools in an interactive session at the Agency’s headquarters.During the visit, the Director-General engaged the children in lively discuss...

It was a day of joy, honour, and thanksgiving in Iperu, Ogun State, as the city came alive to celebrate the 90th birthday of Chief (Mrs.) Victoria Olaitan Abiodun, the beloved mother of Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun. The occasion drew eminent personalities from all walks of life who gathered to rejoice with the Abiodun family and pay glowing tributes to a woman whose life embodies grace, service, and virtue. The milestone celebration, held at St. James Anglican Church, Iper...

Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).Diri announced this on Wednesday at the exco chamber in the Bayelsa State Government House.He said his decision was for an obvious reason, but did...

The Director General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, at the October National Joint Security Briefing, emphasised that citizen trust remains Nigeria’s strongest security asset, stressing that no meaningful security architecture can thrive without public confidence.Addressing the media and ...

Nigeria will take on Gabon in the semi-finals of the African section of the 2026 FIFA World Cup play-offs, following the conclusion of the qualifying group matches on Tuesday.The Super Eagles booked their place after a 4–0 victory over Benin earlier in the day, while Gabon confirmed second place in Group F with a 2–0...

Despite a convincing 4-0 win over the Cheetahs of Benin Republic, the Super Eagles of Nigeria failed to secure automatic qualification for the 2026 World Cup.Victor Osimhen’s hat-trick and Frank Onyeka’s goal secured the vital vict...

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a clarification on the status of 101 withdrawn drugs.A statement released on its official X handle on Tuesday, the agency said the move is to help the public ...

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