Day: December 11, 2025

Senate Drama: Oshiomhole, Ndume Clash Over Reno Omokri’s Ambassadorial Screening [VIDEO]

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A routine screening of ambassadorial nominees by the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs turned into a dramatic spectacle on Thursday as two influential senators, Adams Oshiomhole (APC, Edo North) and Ali Ndume (APC, Borno South), engaged in a fiery confrontation over the screening process for Ambassador-designate Reno Omokri. The heated exchange, which temporarily stalled proceedings, centered on a procedural disagreement regarding the traditional privilege of asking a nominee to “take a bow and go,” a practice that waives rigorous questioning. The tension ignited after Senator Ndume, the Chief Whip of…

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Historic Medical Breakthrough: Nigeria Now Offers Local Cure for Sickle Cell Disease

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Nigeria has recorded a landmark medical achievement as the first locally available cure for sickle cell disease becomes a reality through a groundbreaking partnership between the Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria (SCFN) and the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH). The newly established LUTH–SCFN Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) Centre, officially announced in September 2024 and fully operational throughout 2025, is the first dedicated sickle cell bone marrow transplant facility in West Africa. It delivers what experts describe as the only proven medical cure for sickle cell disorder, providing patients with a safe,…

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OPERATION WHIRL STROKE INTENSIFIES SECURITY OPERATIONS AHEAD OF YULETIDE, FOILS AMBUSH IN BENUE

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Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have intensified security operations across Benue State to ensure a peaceful and hitch-free yuletide, successfully foiling an ambush and dismantling a notorious criminal gang blocking the Ukum junction in the state. In a coordinated operation carried out on 11 December 2025, OPWS operatives—working alongside personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, Zaki-Biam Division, and the Benue State Community Protection Guard—acted on credible intelligence to confront armed criminals who had mounted an illegal roadblock along the Aturuku–Wembe–Ayati route in Borkyo Council Ward, Ukum Local Government Area.…

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Morocco 2025: Chelle Unveils Strong 28-Man Super Eagles Squad for 35th AFCON

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With just ten days to the kickoff of the 35th Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, Super Eagles Head Coach Eric Sékou Chelle has released a formidable 28-man squad expected to lead Nigeria’s charge for a fourth continental title. The roster, unveiled on Thursday, features a blend of established stars, returning internationals, and exciting newcomers, signalling Chelle’s intent to build a competitive and dynamic team for the Morocco 2025 campaign. Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, who impressed at the last AFCON, tops the list of selected shot-stoppers alongside Amas Obasogie and returning…

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Osun Labour Leaders Endorse Accord Party for Governor Adeleke’s Re-Election Bid

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“We Won’t Allow Oppressors, Exploiters to Return to Power” — NLC Chairman In a major political development ahead of the 2026 governorship election in Osun State, leaders of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have formally endorsed the Accord Party as the new political platform for Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election bid. The endorsement was made on Thursday at the Banquet Hall of the Osun Government House in Osogbo, where Governor Adeleke briefed labour leaders on his recent defection from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to…

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2025 MTN NLO Cup: HB FC, JNR Danburan Set For Exciting Final

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The much-anticipated finale of the 2025 MTN NLO Cup is billed for Friday, showcasing a thrilling matchup between HB FC and JNR Danburan, at the Bwari Stadium in Abuja with 3pm as kickoff. JNR Danburan enters the match with an impressive record, having finished unbeaten in Group Two with three consecutive wins, amassing a remarkable 12 goals while conceding just two. On the other hand, HB FC secured the top spot in Group One, racking up 7 points from two wins and a draw. Mubarak Rabe of JNR Danburan has…

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NLO Club Owners Insist On Physical AGM

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The Club Owners of Africa’s largest grassroot football League, Nationwide League One (NLO) have insisted that the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place in person on Friday December 12th in Abuja. Initially, the NLO Executive Board considered hosting the meeting virtually due to rising security concerns. However, club officials have expressed a strong preference for attending in person, emphasizing the importance of the gathering. In light of this feedback, the NLO Secretariat has confirmed that the AGM will indeed be an in-person event. The commitment from club representatives…

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