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Morocco’s mentally ready to face Nigeria – Vilda Coach Morocco Female Team, Jorge Vilda, with some of his team members …Photo Credit: CAF online Morocco’s mentally ready to face Nigeria – Vilda Morocco coach Jorge Vilda has said his side are ready to face Nigeria ahead of Saturday’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final in Rabat, showing confidence in his team’s mental strength to prevail over their more physically imposing opponents. The Spaniard, who led Spain to Women’s World Cup success in 2023 before his controversial departure following the Luis Rubiales kissing scandal, believes his Atlas Lionesses have demonstrated the…

Ekemini Nelson shines as 24th Miss Earth Nigeria Ekemini Nelson shines as 24th Miss Earth Nigeria Beautiful damsel, Divine Ekemini Nelson has won the 24th Miss Earth Nigeria. She was announced the winner at the 2025 edition of the pageant which was held at the Palacio Event Centre, Port-Harcourt, Rivers State on July 20. The pageant, which was organised by Queen Bae Studios and Miss Earth Nigeria under the direction of its National Director, Ibinabo Fiberesima, had Nollywood stars Hilda Dokubo and Walter Anga in attendance. “We are proud and delighted to announce that among a pool of beautiful and…

Class of ’99 governors pay visit to Tinubu at Aso Villa on Friday L-R: Ex-Cross River State Governor, Donald Duke; ex-Bauchi State Governor, Adamu Mu’azu; ex-Taraba State Governor, Jolly Nyame; ex-Plateau State Governor, Joshua Dariye; ex-Ebonyi State Governor, Sam Egwu; ex-Edo State Governor, Lucky Igbinedion; President Bola Tinubu; ex-Benue State Governor, George Akume; Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; ex-Ekiti State Governor, Niyi Adebayo; ex-Adamawa State Governor, Boni Haruna; ex-Akwa-Ibom State Governor, Obong Attah; ex-Jigawa State Governor, Saminu Turaki; ex-Kebbi State Governor, Adamu Aliero, and ex-Delta State Governor, James Ibori , when President Tinubu met with a group…

Tinubu unlocks Super Falcons’ payments to fullest Super Falcons players Tinubu unlocks Super Falcons’ payments to fullest President Bola Tinubu has given approval for the full payment of allowances and match bonuses for the Super Falcons ahead of their final match against Morocco in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). This is said in a statement on the X handle of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Media Center. The payment will clear the senior national team coach salaries running up to 15 months, payments of allowances and promises due to the senior national teams, females, and Under-20 national team,…

STEMM students to be granted ₦50m grant – FG Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa. STEMM students to be granted ₦50m grant – FG The Federal Government on Friday said it is set to unveil the Sciences, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medical Sciences Student Venture Capital Grant, which it described as a pioneering initiative designed to empower students in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions to build the next generation of scalable, job-creating ventures. Also referred to as the “STEMM Up Grant”, the initiative will be formally unveiled in August by the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Alausa, according to a statement…

FG decides on 12-year as least age for JSS1 admission A file copy of the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa. FG decides on 12-year as least age for JSS1 admission A new policy document on Non-State Schools launched by the Federal Ministry of Education last week has pegged the entry age for pupils seeking admission into Junior Secondary Schools after completing six years of primary education at 12. Non-State Schools, also referred to as independent or private schools or non-government schools, are educational institutions not managed by the government. They are typically financed by tuition payments as well…

Miss Tourism Africa and Mister Tourism International 2025 to hold in Plateau Miss Tourism Africa and Mister Tourism International 2025 to hold in Plateau The Miss Tourism Africa and Mister Tourism Africa International Organisation has officially announced Plateau State, Nigeria, as the host state for the highly anticipated fourth season of Miss Tourism Africa and Mister Tourism Africa International 2025. Jos, Plateau State’s capital city, has been designated as the official host city for the continental event, spotlighting its breathtaking landscapes and deep-rooted tourism heritage. This year’s international finale is set to welcome a total of 50 international delegates from…

See interesting facts about APC’s new Chairman Yilwatda Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda See interesting facts about APC’s new Chairman Yilwatda Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda has become a central figure in Nigeria’s political landscape with his emergence as the new National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) A professor of engineering, former gubernatorial candidate, and ex-Resident Electoral Commissioner, Yilwatda brings a rare blend of academic brilliance, technological expertise, and political experience to the role. Below are astonishing facts that reveal the depth of his journey from the lecture halls of Makurdi to the top seat of the ruling party. 1.…

Senate to resume September 23 as annual recess begins A cross section of the Senate in session. Photo Credit: Senate Senate to resume September 23 as annual recess begins The Senate on Wednesday adjourned plenary proceedings till September 23, 2025, to proceed on its annual recess. Announcing the decision, Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, said the move was in line with “chamber reciprocity” as members of the House of Representatives had also proceeded on break in accordance with the legislative calendar. “We have started a new calendar that will take us to June next year. And so it has fallen within…

Kaduna Film Festival’s 8th edition with purpose of being change agent Kaduna Film Festival’s 8th edition with purpose of being change agent The organisers of the Kaduna International Film Festival have unveiled plans for the 8th edition of the global event, scheduled to hold from 26th to 30th August 2025, with a strong message that film must serve as a tool for social change, especially in today’s media-driven society. While speaking at a world press conference held in Kaduna on Thursday, Executive Director of the Festival, Mr. Audu Kashim Israel, said this year’s theme, “Film for Social Change”, is a…