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FIFA and CAF Halt NFF Elections, Plan Mission to Abuja
FIFA and CAF have instructed the Nigeria Football Federation to stop its elections. They plan to send a team to Abuja to investigate ongoing issues in Nigerian football.
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Governor Bago Names New Commissioners and Aides in Niger State
Governor Mohammed Bago has appointed six new commissioners and aides in Niger State to improve governance and ensure wider representation.
Politics
INEC launches real-time tracker as voter registration nears 100 million
INEC is set to roll out a real-time election tracker to monitor preparations for the 2027 elections. This tool aims to ensure smooth logistics and planning.
Metro
Plateau Buses Make Face Masks Mandatory Amid Diphtheria Outbreak
Passengers on TinCity Metro buses must wear face masks starting September 8 to combat a diphtheria outbreak in Plateau State. Masks will be available at some boarding points.
Politics
Kwara Youth Groups Applaud Speaker as APC Governorship Candidate
Youth groups in Kwara State express excitement for Yakubu Danladi-Salihu as the APC governorship candidate for 2027, citing his political experience and leadership skills.
Metro
Gunmen Strike Tofa in Sokoto, Residents Killed and Abducted
Suspected gunmen attacked Tofa in Sokoto State, resulting in deaths and abductions. The situation remains unclear as authorities gather information.
Politics
Former Katsina Senator Bello Mandiya passes away in Abuja
Bello Mandiya, a former senator for Katsina South, has died at 62. His passing is a significant loss for Katsina State and Nigeria.
Metro
Nigerians in UK frustrated by passport delays and extra fees
Nigerians in the UK are frustrated with long waiting times and poor organization during the Special Passport Intervention. Many took to social media to share their experiences.
Metro
Otedola talks about FirstHoldCo joining FTSE Frontier 50 Index
Femi Otedola highlights FirstHoldCo's inclusion in the FTSE Frontier 50 Index as a significant achievement for the company and its investors.
Metro
20-year-old arrested for allegedly assaulting and robbing Bauchi girl
Isiyaku Usman, 20, was arrested for allegedly defiling a seven-year-old girl and stealing her phones in Bauchi. The police are investigating the case.
Metro
Oyo Police Break Up Child Trafficking Gang, Save 17 Kids
The Oyo Police Command has rescued 17 children from a trafficking gang and arrested seven suspects. The operation followed a detailed investigation into a petition.
Metro
Residents Frustrated as Trash Piles Up for Six Months on Lagos Road
Residents along Idimu-Ejigbo Road in Lagos are frustrated as trash has piled up for six months, creating bad smells and environmental concerns.