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President Federation Cup: National Draw Holds Today in Abuja
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) will today conduct the draw ceremony for the national phase of the 2026 President Federation Cup at the NFF Secretariat in Abuja. The draw comes after the conclusion of the national playoff stage, where four teams were eliminated from the women’s competition and six sides crashed out in the men’s […]
NPFL Relegation Confirmed for Bayelsa United, Wikki Tourists
Nigeria Premier Football League sides Bayelsa United and Wikki Tourists have been relegated from the top flight following defeats in their Matchday 37 fixtures. Bayelsa United’s four-year stay in the NPFL came to an end after a 2-1 defeat to Remo Stars in Ikenne on Sunday, May 10, 2026. The visitors made a bright start, […]
Dr. I-Show Pepper: The Fiery Thespian Who Shaped Nigeria’s Theatre Heritage
In the early days of Nigerian theatre, plays and dramas were performed primarily on stage as a means of storytelling, cultural preservation, and the promotion of moral values that strengthened society. These performances served not only as entertainment but also as tools for educating audiences and reinforcing socially acceptable standards for the collective good of […]
Surrogacy in Nigeria: Hope, Controversy, and the Quest for Parenthood
For a society where parenthood is often seen as a personal milestone and a cultural expectation, the inability to have children can carry a heavy emotional and social burden. For many Nigerian couples battling with infertility, surrogacy is becoming a pathway to hope, but one still surrounded by controversy, cultural hesitation, and legal uncertainty. Surrogacy, […]
The Roles and Challenges of the Media in Holding Government Accountable
The media, often called the ‘watchdog of society’, plays an important role in keeping government accountable to the people, through various channels including newspapers, radio, television, and social media; through these means, citizens receive information about government activities, policies, and national issues. The media has always played a major role in promoting transparency, public awareness, […]
Political Promises vs Reality: Why Citizens Feel Disappointed
In Nigeria, every election season comes with hope. Politicians travel from city to hamlet, campaigning and promising to improve the lives of citizens. They promise employment opportunities, good roads, stable electricity, good healthcare, improved security, and steady economic development. Oftentimes, many Nigerians hope that positive change is finally coming. However, post-election realities are a different […]
Osun Babes Suffer Relegation Blow After Heavy Defeat to Delta Queens
Osun Babes’ hopes of escaping relegation suffered a major setback following a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Delta Queens in their Nigeria Women Football League clash at the Asaba Stadium on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. The encounter, played under partly sunny conditions, began on an intense note as both sides battled for control. Osun Babes showed […]
Court Dissolves Marriage in Osun on Mutual Agreement
A District Customary Court sitting in Erin-Osun, Osun State, on Monday, May 4, 2026, dissolved the traditional marriage between Abdulsalam Abdulhamid and Abdulsalam Sakirat following a divorce petition filed by the husband. Abdulhamid had approached the court, alleging that his wife exhibited laziness, used abusive language, and engaged in frequent quarrels, which he said […]
Xenophobia: Is the Nigerian Government Doing Enough to Protect Its Citizens?
South Africa is one of Africa’s most developed countries with a thriving economy, but it has struggled with persistent tensions between citizens and foreign nationals. The periodic waves of Xenophobic violence that have continued to target foreign nationals, particularly African migrants, are raising concerns about safety, diplomacy, and government responsibility. Many Nigerians living in South […]
NNL Super Four Kicks Off in Ikenne as Teams Battle for Title
The race for the Nigeria National League (NNL) title begins today, Monday, May 4, 2026, as the Super Four tournament gets underway in Ikenne, Ogun State. In the opening fixture, Sporting Lagos will take on Ranchers Bees in what is expected to be a fiercely contested encounter. The match is scheduled for a 2:00 p.m. […]