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The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is racing toward its finish line. With just four matches left, Nigeria, Senegal, Egypt and hosts Morocco remain in the hunt for continental gold, and in less than 36 hours, one heavyweight will fall. For the Super Eagles, the numbers tell a story of control and conviction. Five matches played. Five wins secured. 14 goals scored. Two clean sheets kept. Nigeria have been flawless on Moroccan soil, growing stronger with each round. Across the dugout stand the hosts, Morocco, led by Walid Regragui. They have won four of their five games, drawing only once;…

Communities in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State are reeling from renewed bandit attacks, believed to be linked to gunmen loyal to the notorious bandit leader Bello Turji. The violence has forced residents to flee en masse, raising concerns over the expanding influence of armed groups along the Sokoto–Zamfara axis. The Sokoto State Police Command confirmed that two people were killed and an unknown number abducted during the latest attack in Bargaja village in southern Isa LGA. DSP Ahmed Rufai, the command’s spokesman, said a fuller account would follow once the Divisional Police Officer submits his field report. “Two…

Ahead of the 2027 general election, there’s rising political tension in Abia State, with some opposition leaders in the State hell-bent on stopping Governor Alex Otti’s re-election. The opposition figures, many of whom previously held power in the state, have threatened that Otti will not be reelected for a second term as governor in 2027. These figures also have been holding political meetings and issuing public statements against Otti’s administration. DAILY POST recalls that last week, two former Governors of Abia State, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and Chief Theodore Ahamefule Orji, alongside other former political leaders, said they have formed…

Gunmen, who abducted eight residents of Imoga in Edo North last Friday, have reportedly reduced their ransom demand from N100 million to N40 million. The Okpahi of Imoga Kingdom, Oba Patrick Abudu, confirmed the development on Tuesday. According to the monarch, the kidnappers initially demanded N100 million but had lowered the amount to N70 million on Monday. Negotiations are ongoing, with hopes that the ransom could be further reduced to N20 million. Oba Abudu explained that all stakeholders and members of the community are on standby to raise the funds once a final agreement is reached with the abductors. The…

Comedienne Princess, has begged popular Nigerian pastors, Femi Lazarus, Phillip Olubakin, Bolaji Idowu, Jerry Eze, and Apostle Selman to find her a suitable partner from their church. Speaking in an Instagram video on her page, Princess, who is a divorcee, pleaded with the clerics: “please allow God use you for my marital success”. Princess explained that she had prayed and fasted, noting that “it took lot of courage for me to record and post this video.” “Pastor Femi Lazarus, Phillip Olubakin, Bolaji Idowu, Jerry Eze, and Apostle Selman, are you saying that in all your church, there’s no man that’s…

Morocco goalkeeper, Monir El Kajoui has underlined the focus within the team’s camp ahead of their semi-final encounter against Nigeria. The Atlas Lions, who are targeting their second continental crown will be up against the Super Eagles in the semi-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Rabat on Wednesday (today). Nigeria’s formidable attacking force has hugged the headlines since the start of the competition. Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman have won scored seven goals between them. Some pundits have predicted a win for the Super Eagles in the highly anticipated encounter. El Kajoui is, however, adamant everything will…

The United States Africa Command has said the U. S. forces has delivered critical military supplies to Nigeria in support of the country’s ongoing security operations. In a post on X on Tuesday, AFRICOM said U.S. forces delivered the supplies to Nigerian partners as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral security cooperation. “U.S. forces delivered critical military supplies to our Nigerian partners in Abuja. This delivery supports Nigeria’s ongoing operations and emphasises our shared security partnership,” the command wrote, tagging the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria, @USinNigeria. The development comes amid Nigeria’s continued military operations against insurgent groups, banditry and other…

The Oyo State Police Command has rescued a 60-year-old kidnap victim, Isiaku Saidu, in Iseyin, Iseyin Local Government Area of the state. A statement released on Tuesday by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, in Ibadan, said another three-member kidnapping syndicate was also arrested in the Itesiwaju Local Government Area of the state. Ayanlade explained that the successful operations followed a directive by the state Commissioner of Police, Femi Haruna, that no stone should be left unturned to ensure the security of lives and property across the state. He said, “Over the past week, the command has recorded…

The Federal Government has announced that Nigeria has eliminated tariffs on 6,243 products imported from the United Arab Emirates, and the UAE has removed tariffs on 7,315 products imported from Nigeria, as part of a new trade pact aimed at expanding market access for Nigerian goods, businesses, and professionals. The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment disclosed this on Tuesday via a document on the Nigeria–UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement signed in January 2026. According to the ministry, the agreement will “expand market access opportunities for Nigerian products, businesses, and professionals into the UAE while facilitating investment flows,” marking…

Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka admitted he would love to play for Manchester United while speaking to a fan during the ongoing Africa cup of nations in Morocco, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The 28-year-old Brentford midfielder made the comment in a brief fan interview posted on Tiktok with Manchester United supporter Hussain Vorajee, who approached him during the tournament. Asked which club he plays for, Onyeka replied, “Brentford,” before answering directly when questioned about a potential move to Old Trafford, saying, “Yes of course, I want to play for Manchester United.” The exchange quickly gained traction online and sparked criticism…