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World Cup: Fifa finds DR Congo goalkeeper, Mpasi was ineligible to play against Nigeria
Fifa has found that Democratic Republic of Congo, DRC, goalkeeper, Lionel Mpasi, was ineligible to play for the country throughout the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. Investigations by Le Monde and The New York Times claim Fifas legal team found that Mpasi, who holds French and Congolese nationality, had not completed the required process to World Cup: Fifa finds DR Congo goalkeeper, Mpasi was ineligible to play against Nigeria
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Laide Bakare cries out over alleged maltreatment of her children with ex-husband [VIDEO]
Nollywood actress, Laide Bakare has cried out over the safety of her children with ex-husband, Mutairu Atanda Orilowo. DAILY POST reports that Laide Bakare got married to Mutairu Atanda Orilowo, her second husband in 2013 and had two sons with him after divorce from her first husband, Olumide Kunfulire in 2012. However, speaking in an Laide Bakare cries out over alleged maltreatment of her children with ex-husband [VIDEO]
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2027: We've started distributing non-sensitive materials to states – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, says it has commenced the distribution of non-sensitive materials to some states. INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, made this known on Tuesday in Abuja at a national stakeholders' meeting convened to mark 100 days to the 2027 general election. He said that offshore production and fleets contracts have been 2027: Weve started distributing non-sensitive materials to states INEC
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'I'm medically, scientifically blind, but I can see' — Fr Mbaka recounts doctors' shock
Catholic priest and founder of Adoration Ministry, Enugu Nigeria, AMEN, Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka, has recounted what he described as a "medical and scientific mystery" involving his eyesight. Mbaka said doctors had informed him that the condition of both his eyes had deteriorated beyond the level of legal blindness, yet he could still see, read 'I'm medically, scientifically blind, but I can see' — Fr Mbaka recounts doctors' shock
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Benue gives two-week ultimatum to owners of unauthorised billboards
The Benue State Government Signage and Advertisement Agency, the Benue State Internal Revenue Service (BIRS) and the Urban Development Board have given individuals, groups and political parties that mounted unauthorised billboards across the state a two-week ultimatum to regularise them and pay the prescribed fees. This was contained in a statement on Tuesday by the Benue gives two-week ultimatum to owners of unauthorised billboards
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Emefiele: Ministry did not approve withdrawal of N124.86bn by CBN- EFCC witness tells court
A witness of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ali Mohammed has told the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory that the N124.86 billion withdrawn from the Consolidated Revenue Account by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN under Godwin Emefiele did not pass through the Federal Ministry of Finance. The witness, who is Emefiele: Ministry did not approve withdrawal of N124.86bn by CBN- EFCC witness tells court
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Portugal: João Cancelo declares stance on Cristiano Ronaldo's situation
Portugal defender, João Cancelo, has taken a stance regarding the potential return of Cristiano Ronaldo to the Portuguese national team in the forthcoming FIFA break. This is following the recent institutional challenges involving the 41-year-old and head coach Jorge Jesus. Portugal successfully recovered from a deficit to defeat Norway 2-1, thereby securing their advancement to Portugal: João Cancelo declares stance on Cristiano Ronaldos situation
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Supporters of Anambra pastor accused of marrying 75 wives attack journalists in court
There was mild drama at the Anambra State High Court, Awka, on Tuesday as persons suspected to be supporters and church members of the General Overseer of Dayspring Assembly, Awada-Obosi, Pastor Harrison Anazodo, attacked journalists and cameramen. The men were trying to smuggle to shield the pastor from being captured by journalists. Anazodo was arrested Supporters of Anambra pastor accused of marrying 75 wives attack journalists in court
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World Bank upgrades Nigeria, other African countries' 2026 economic growth forecast
The World Bank has upgraded its 2026 economic growth forecast for Nigeria and other African countries to 4.3 percent from 4.1 percent. The international lender disclosed this in its Africa Economic Update report, released on Tuesday. The African countries that received upgraded growth forecasts include Nigeria, Zambia, Ethiopia and Angola. The World Bank cited stronger World Bank upgrades Nigeria, other African countries' 2026 economic growth forecast
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Police rescue suspected abductor from being lynched in Abuja
Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT Police Command have rescued one Bashir Usman from being lynched by an irate mob for allegedly attempting to abduct a five-year-old child. SP Josephine Adeh, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Command said in a statement she issued on Tuesday that the incident occurred on Saturday, October Police rescue suspected abductor from being lynched in Abuja
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Nigeria calls up MK Dons captain, Omenazu
MK Dons captain, Favour Omenazu has been given her first international call-up following her decision to represent Nigeria rather than England. Omenazu has been included in the Super Falcons roster for their 2028 Olympic qualifying double-header against Comoros. MK Dons announced Omenazus invitation via its official website, acknowledging the defenders selection for the crucial African Nigeria calls up MK Dons captain, Omenazu
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2027: Don't declare privately collated results – INEC Chairman warns media
Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Professor Joash Amupitan, has warned media organisation to resist declaring privately collated results in the 2027 polls. Amupitan gave the warning on Tuesday in Abuja at a national stakeholders' meeting convened to mark 100 days to the 2027 general election. He stated that under the electoral act, 2027: Dont declare privately collated results INEC Chairman warns media
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NSCDC custody deaths: Panel seeks two-week extension to complete investigation
The independent committee investigating the deaths of 37 persons in the custody of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Minna, Niger State, has identified institutional lapses and requested a two-week extension to complete its work. Chairman of the committee, Jonathan Kure, disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja, saying the panel needed more NSCDC custody deaths: Panel seeks two-week extension to complete investigation
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Court of Appeal reserves judgment on El-Rufai's bail appeal
The Court of Appeal sitting in Kaduna has reserved judgment in the bail appeal filed by former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai. During Tuesday's proceedings, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) urged the court to dismiss the appeal. However, El-Rufai's counsel, Paul Erokoro, SAN, argued that the charges against his client Court of Appeal reserves judgment on El-Rufai's bail appeal
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Swamp impedes NAF crash recovery, aircraft still submerged – Police give update
The Commissioner of Police in Ondo State, Felix Ohagwu, has described the rescue operation at the site of the Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft crash as challenging. According to Ohagwu, the aircraft remains deeply submerged in the swampy waters of Igbokoda, headquarters of Ilaje Local Council Area, more than 24 hours after the incident, with Swamp impedes NAF crash recovery, aircraft still submerged – Police give update
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'He has no respect for Portugal' – Ex-France star slams Ronaldo
Former France forward Christophe Dugarry has slammed Cristiano Ronaldo following his exit from the Portugal camp, questioning his ego and believes that the young footballers in the country would be disappointed. Ronaldo rejoined Portugals squad during the international break in the previous month, playing under newly appointed head coach Jorge Jesus. He featured in their He has no respect for Portugal Ex-France star slams Ronaldo
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