Sports

Madueke Confident England Can Overcome Argentina

England winger Noni Madueke has expressed confidence ahead of his side’s 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final against Argentina, insisting that opponents are more worried about facing England than the Three Lions are about facing them. Madueke said England have developed a winning mentality throughout the tournament and possess several match-winners capable of deciding big games.

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Sports

Celtic Move to Hand Iheanacho New Contract

Celtic manager Martin O’Neill has confirmed that the Scottish champions have offered Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho a new contract as talks continue over his future at the club. O’Neill said the club is keen to reach an agreement quickly so the Super Eagles forward can join the team’s pre-season preparations without delay. Iheanacho, who impressed

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Sports

Wolves Leave Arokodare Out of Pre-Season Training Squad

Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has been left out of Wolverhampton Wanderers’ squad for the club’s pre-season training camp in Portugal, fuelling speculation over his future at the club. Reports indicate that Italian Serie A side Fiorentina remain interested in signing the 25-year-old after an initial bid was rejected by Wolves, with negotiations between both

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Sports

Moses Simon Backs Eric Chelle for Super Eagles Job

Super Eagles winger Moses Simon has expressed support for Eric Chelle to remain as head coach of the national team, praising the Franco-Malian tactician’s leadership and the unity he has brought to the squad. Simon said Chelle has created a positive atmosphere within the team and has earned the confidence of the players through his

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Politics

Nigeria, United States Strengthen Security Cooperation

Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, on Monday received a high-level United States delegation led by the U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Frank Garcia, as both countries moved to strengthen bilateral security cooperation. The meeting focused on enhancing collaboration between Nigeria and the United States in addressing shared security challenges and deepening

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Politics

Presidency Faults Makinde’s Call for UN Probe Over Oyo School Abduction

The Presidency has criticised Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde over his call for a United Nations-led investigation into the abduction of pupils and teachers in the state, describing the demand as unnecessary and politically motivated. The Presidency maintained that Nigeria has capable security and investigative institutions to handle such incidents without external intervention. It added

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Politics

Nigeria, Hong Kong Sign Double Taxation Treaty to Boost Trade, Investment

Nigeria and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China have signed a Double Taxation Agreement aimed at boosting trade, attracting investment, and strengthening economic cooperation between both jurisdictions. The agreement is designed to eliminate double taxation on income, prevent tax evasion and avoidance, and provide greater certainty for businesses and investors operating in both

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Politics

ADC Urges Voters to Remain at Polling Units Until Results Are Uploaded

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged Nigerians to remain at their polling units after casting their ballots during the 2027 general elections to ensure votes are counted and uploaded before leaving. The National Deputy Chairman of the ADC for the South-South and party leader in Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State, Oha Andrew

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Education General

Concerned Rivers State University Students Demand Improved Facilities at Satellite Campuses

Concerned students of Rivers State University have called on the institution’s management to urgently improve infrastructure and learning facilities across its satellite campuses, particularly the Faculty of Social Sciences campus in Emohua. In an open letter addressed to the university management, the students said the appeal was aimed at drawing attention to the pressing infrastructural

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Education General

New UNIPORT Vice Chancellor Unveils Eight-Point Agenda, Vows Academic Excellence

The 10th Vice Chancellor of the University of Port Harcourt, Professor Princewill Chike, has pledged to position the institution as a globally respected university known for academic excellence, innovation, and impactful research. Professor Chike made the commitment during his official handover and assumption of office ceremony, where he unveiled an eight-point agenda focused on research

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