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Nigerians Send Message to NFF: “We Want Eric Chelle to Continue as Super Eagles Coach”

Nigerians Send Message to NFF: “We Want Eric Chelle to Continue as Super Eagles Coach”

Football • 42m ago

Nigerians have taken to social media in large numbers to call on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to retain Eric Chelle as Super Eagles head coach. The reactions followed a post by SportsRation’s Nsikakabasi Akpan, which triggered widespread discussion after Nigeria’s semi-final exit at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Eric Chelle has expressed his … T...

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2027: Early APC campaign in Oyo shows fear, desperation, says Agbarapo

2027: Early APC campaign in Oyo shows fear, desperation, says Agbarapo

Naija News • 43m ago

A former Majority Leader of the Oyo State House of Assembly and Special Adviser on Legislative Matters to Governor Seyi Makinde, Mr Samuel Adejumobi, popularly known as Agbarapo, has criticised the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state over what he described as premature political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections. The post 2027: Early...

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Impeachment: Rivers Assembly fails to reconvene

Impeachment: Rivers Assembly fails to reconvene

Naija News • 43m ago

The Rivers State Assembly has failed to resume its session for the impeachment of Gov. Fubara, causing uncertainty. Get the latest on the delayed proceedin Read More: https://punchng.com/impeachment-rivers-assembly-fails-to-reconvene/...

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Edo protest: Detained AAU students regain freedom

Edo protest: Detained AAU students regain freedom

Naija News • 43m ago

Students of Ambrose Alli University, arrested during a protest against insecurity in Ekpoma, have regained their freedom following the governor’s intervent Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-protest-detained-aau-students-regain-freedom/...

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AFCON 2025: Fans decry poor officiating in Nigeria’s loss to Morrocco

AFCON 2025: Fans decry poor officiating in Nigeria’s loss to Morrocco

Naija News • 44m ago

Some football fans have berated the Confederation of African Football (CAF) over poor officiating in Nigeria’s 2-4 loss on penalties to hosts Morocco in the semifinals of the 2025 African The post AFCON 2025: Fans decry poor officiating in Nigeria’s loss to Morrocco appeared first on The Nation Newspaper ....

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Nigeria hit 85% capital spending after 2024 budget extension – Edun

Nigeria hit 85% capital spending after 2024 budget extension – Edun

Naija News • 45m ago

Nigeria’s capital spending reached 85% performance in the 2024 fiscal year after a budget extension, says Finance Minister Wale Edun. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-hit-85-capital-spending-after-2024-budget-extension-edun/...

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What’s behind anti-US chants, from Iran to South America

What’s behind anti-US chants, from Iran to South America

World • 47m ago

“Down with America” has been among the chants heard in global protests from Iran to Latin America....

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CAF hands Eto’o four-game ban over conduct during Cameroon’s AFCON loss

CAF hands Eto’o four-game ban over conduct during Cameroon’s AFCON loss

Naija News • 47m ago

Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) president Samuel Eto’o has been handed a four-match ban and fined about $20,000 by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for what it described as “unacceptable behaviour” during Cameroon’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-final defeat to Morocco. The post CAF hands Eto’o four-game ban over conduct during ...

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Nigeria’s economy to grow by 4.7% – Edun

Nigeria’s economy to grow by 4.7% – Edun

Naija News • 48m ago

Edun made the remarks on Thursday in Lagos while delivering the keynote address at the launch of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) Macroeconomic Outlook Report for 2026. The post Nigeria’s economy to grow by 4.7% – Edun appeared first on Vanguard News ....

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Banana republics are making a comeback in Latin America

Banana republics are making a comeback in Latin America

World • 50m ago

From Peru to Venezuela, insecurity and militarised politics are eroding democratic legitimacy....

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NPFL: Barau unveil six new players for second stanza

NPFL: Barau unveil six new players for second stanza

Naija News • 51m ago

Barau FC have welcomed six new players to their squad for the second half of the season. The players are Ebuka Nwokorie (Kun Khalifat), Moses Tsehuan – Centre Back (from Nasarawa United) Akpo Godwin ( Attack Energy FC, Afghanistan) Ezeonye Henry, Uche Moses (Kun Khalifat FC) and Nwaodu Chukwudi (Enyimba FC) The players penned a […] NPFL: Barau unveil six n...

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Nigeria’s economy to grow by 4.68% in 2026 – Edun

Nigeria’s economy to grow by 4.68% in 2026 – Edun

Naija News • 52m ago

Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, says the economy is projected to grow 4.68 per cent in 2026 as the government drives investment-led, inclusive The post Nigeria’s economy to grow by 4.68% in 2026 – Edun appeared first on The Nation Newspaper ....

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NPFL: Mohammed ready to move on from Barau FC defeat

NPFL: Mohammed ready to move on from Barau FC defeat

Naija News • 52m ago

Niger Tornadoes technical adviser, Majin Mohammed, has taken in good faith his team’s 2-1 defeat to Barau FC. Uche Moses and Umaru Mohammed were on target for Barau FC while Chinton Japhet scored for Niger Tornadoes. Mohammed assured that he will make corrections on the lapses identified ahead of their next league fixture. “The game […] NPFL: Mohammed read...

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NANS commends FG, ASUU for signing historic agreement

NANS commends FG, ASUU for signing historic agreement

Naija News • 53m ago

The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has commended the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, for signing an agreement that is expected to put an end to incessant strikes in the nation's public universities. The post NANS commends FG, ASUU for signing historic agreement appeared first on Vanguard News ....

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VIDEO: Shettima, Akpabio, others release pigeons at Armed Forces Remembrance Day

VIDEO: Shettima, Akpabio, others release pigeons at Armed Forces Remembrance Day

Naija News • 54m ago

VP Kashim Shettima leads dignitaries in releasing pigeons at the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, a symbolic gesture for peace and unity in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-shettima-akpabio-others-release-pigeons-at-armed-forces-remembrance-day/...

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KEPYO slams MURIC, defends Kebbi government’s Hajj intervention

KEPYO slams MURIC, defends Kebbi government’s Hajj intervention

Naija News • 55m ago

The Kebbi Progressive Youths (KEPYO) has strongly condemned what it described as a misleading and poorly researched article by the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), accusing [...]...

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Plateau court jails man 12 months for enticing, blackmailing married woman

Plateau court jails man 12 months for enticing, blackmailing married woman

Naija News • 58m ago

An Area Court sitting in Jos, the Plateau State capital, on Thursday, sentenced a middle-aged man identified as Abdullahi Usman, to 12 months imprisonment after he was found guilty of enticing a married woman and blackmailing her. While narrating the evidence in court, the police prosecutor, Inspector Ibrahim Gokwat, said the case was reported at […] Plate...

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AFCON: Davido, Peller lost $50,000, $3,000 bets on Nigeria to win Morocco

AFCON: Davido, Peller lost $50,000, $3,000 bets on Nigeria to win Morocco

Naija News • 58m ago

Afrobeats star Davido has lost a $50,000 wager after Nigeria’s Super Eagles were defeated by Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations semifinal on Wednesday. The post AFCON: Davido, Peller lost $50,000, $3,000 bets on Nigeria to win Morocco appeared first on Vanguard News ....

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Bend Am Lyrics by Choke Boi Feat. Ruger & Fido

Bend Am Lyrics by Choke Boi Feat. Ruger & Fido

Entertainment • 58m ago

Choke Boi, Ruger and Fido Lyrics Bend Am lyrics by Choke Boi featuring Ruger and Fido deliver a playful, dance-driven anthem fueled by flirtation and club energy. The song highlights physical attraction, admiration for movement, and confident, lighthearted romance. Built on catchy hooks and party-ready vibes, Bend Am by Choke Boi featuring Ruger and Fido […]...

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My mom asked me to dump my ex-girlfriend for Rihanna – A$AP Rocky

My mom asked me to dump my ex-girlfriend for Rihanna – A$AP Rocky

Gossip • 59m ago

American rapper A$AP Rocky has revealed that his mother had long hoped he would end up with Rihanna, even advising him to pursue the Barbadian superstar while he was still in another relationship. Speaking in an interview with The New York Times, Rocky shared that at the time, he and Rihanna were only friends and […]...

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