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Taribo West Urges Flamingos to Stay Focused, Bring Home U-17 World Cup Trophy

Former Super Eagles defender Taribo West has charged Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, to stay united, disciplined, and determined as they set their sights on glory at the upcoming FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. The team arrived safely in Casablanca on Wednesday after a four-hour, twenty-minute flight from Abuja, ahead of the global tournament scheduled to begin on October 17. Before their departure, the Flamingos had

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Sport

Flying Eagles Crash Out After 4–0 Defeat to Ruthless Argentina

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have been knocked out of the ongoing FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile after suffering a heavy 4–0 defeat to Argentina in the Round of 16 clash at the Estadio Nacional, Santiago, on Wednesday. The result ended Nigeria’s campaign in disappointing fashion, as the South Americans showcased their class and precision, scoring twice in each half to secure a comfortable passage into the quarter-finals. Argentina got off

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Entertainment News

“I Wasn’t Expecting to Win BBNaija” – Imisi Opens Up After Victory

Big Brother Naija Season 10 winner, Opeyemi Ayanwale, popularly known as Imisi, has revealed that her triumph in the recently concluded reality TV show came as a complete surprise to her. In a post-show interview with Arise TV, the 23-year-old reality star admitted she didn’t anticipate being crowned the winner and wasn’t even dressed for the big moment. “Winning the reality show was shocking to me. Sincerely, I was not

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Entertainment News

Sarah Martins Slams Troll Linking Her Success to BBL After Flaunting New Car

Nollywood actress Sarah Martins has clapped back at an online troll who insinuated that her Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) was responsible for her recent achievements after she unveiled her new Lexus SUV. Actress Flaunts New Ride Sarah recently took to social media to celebrate her latest purchase, sharing glamorous photos of herself beside her newly acquired luxury car. In her post, the actress reflected on her journey since moving to

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Entertainment News

“Wicked and Inhumane”: Enugu Teacher Locks 4-Year-Old in Office Overnight

A disturbing case of alleged child abuse has been reported at Central School Enugwu Akwu Achi, in Oji River Local Government Area of Enugu State, where a teacher allegedly locked a four-year-old pupil inside her office overnight as punishment. Teacher Locks Pupil as Punishment According to reports, the teacher had instructed the Primary One pupil to kneel in her office after school hours, locked the door, and went home with

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Entertainment News

Why You Shouldn’t Search Your Husband’s Phone Without His Consent – Senator Shehu Sani

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has stirred conversations online after advising women against checking their husbands’ phones without permission. In a post shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the outspoken lawmaker warned that snooping through a partner’s phone can lead to emotional turmoil and avoidable conflict in relationships. “Not Every Truth Needs Knowing” Sani explained that not every truth uncovered in life is worth knowing, especially in

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News

WHO Raises Alarm as E-Cigarettes Trigger New Nicotine Crisis

Despite a two-decade global decline in traditional tobacco use, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised concern over a new wave of nicotine addiction driven by e-cigarettes and emerging tobacco products, particularly among young people. According to the latest WHO Global Tobacco Trends Report, the number of tobacco users worldwide fell from 1.38 billion in 2000 to 1.2 billion in 2024, marking a 27% reduction. However, one in every five

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Mixed Reactions Trail Encounter Between Peller and Soldier

A recent encounter between popular streamer Peller and a Nigerian soldier has sparked mixed reactions online after the entertainer was spotted wearing a camouflage jacket, a practice prohibited for civilians in Nigeria. In a circulating video, Peller—who recently returned from the United Kingdom—was seen conversing with a soldier while dressed in the jacket.Rather than reprimanding him, the soldier smiled, exchanged greetings, and shook hands with the influencer. Camouflage Controversy In

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Politics

Countdown to 2027: Tinubu to Appoint New INEC Chairman This Week

President Bola Tinubu is expected to announce a new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) this week, following the formal exit of Professor Mahmood Yakubu, whose second and final term has come to an end. Yakubu, who served as Nigeria’s 14th INEC chairman since 2015, officially handed over to May Agbamuche-Mbu, the commission’s most senior National Commissioner, who will act as interim chairperson pending a substantive appointment. The

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