Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have received a boost after the world football governing body, FIFA, sanctioned South Africa for fielding an ineligible player in a recent qualifier.In a statement released on Monday, FIFA confirmed that South Africa’s 2–0 victory over Lesotho on March 21 in Polokwane has been overturned […]

The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, 1st October 2025, as a public holiday to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulating all Nigerians at home and in the diaspora on the historic occasion. In a statement signed by the Ministry’s Permanent

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has reacted to the strike by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN). In a post on his X handle, Obi stated that the Federal Government’s lack of response could have serious negative consequences for Nigerian citizens and the economy. He also noted

Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has declared that Nigeria’s future is brighter than its past as the country marks its 65th independence anniversary. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Monday, Akume described Independence Day as more than a ceremonial date, calling it “a profound opportunity for us to

Alhaji Mohammed Idris, Minister of Information and National Orientation, says more than 500,000 students are currently benefitting from the National Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). Idris spoke on Monday at a press conference in Abuja to mark Nigeria’s 65th independence anniversary. He said the initiative, launched under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, covers tuition and upkeep fees