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In a dramatic turn of events, the Super Eagles of Nigeria, along with officials from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), are now boarding a flight to return home after enduring a frustrating and lengthy delay in Libya. The decision comes after the team faced over 15 hours of being stranded at the airport due to a diversion from their intended destination of Benghazi. Players had expressed their concerns on social media, stating they were no longer interested in continuing with the AFCON qualifiers match against Libya, citing fears for their safety. With their departure now confirmed, the players and officials…

Frustrations are running high among Nigeria’s Super Eagles as players express their desire to return home following a harrowing travel ordeal. The team, which arrived in Libya for the second leg of their AFCON qualifiers against Libya, faced significant delays after being diverted from their intended destination of Benghazi to Al Abaq. Stranded at the airport for over 15 hours, the players have voiced their concerns on social media, with many indicating they no longer wish to participate in the upcoming match. Victor Boniface captured the sentiments of his teammates when he tweeted, “This is getting scary now. You guys…

Nigerian veteran actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has emphasised the importance of responsibility and financial stability in relationships. He noted that a man should only engage in intimate relationships if he can provide for his partner, reflecting traditional views on masculinity and the role of a provider. On October 13, 2024, the veteran actor took to his account to share a video condemning the practice of males relying on women for financial support, calling it “useless and dangerous.” He expressed concern about a trend where men rely on women for financial support. He finds this situation troubling and potentially harmful, not…

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has pulled the Super Eagles out of Tuesday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Libya, following a frustrating 12-hour ordeal at Al Abraq International Airport. The Nigerian delegation, en route to Benghazi for the crucial match, encountered unexpected difficulties when their chartered aircraft was diverted mid-flight to Al Abraq, a small airport primarily used for hajj operations. Upon arrival, the team was left stranded without assistance from the Libyan Football Federation, which failed to arrange any transportation. In a statement released on Monday, the NFF explained that the Super Eagles were stuck in…

The House of Representatives has taken initial steps to provide free internet services in selected public places throughout Nigeria. This move is designed to bridge the digital divide and ensure that more Nigerians have access to essential online resources and information. The proposal addresses growing concerns over disparities in internet access across various regions of the country. The initiative aims to create inclusive environments where citizens can connect to the Internet without financial barriers by targeting public spaces such as parks, libraries, and community centers. One of the program’s primary objectives is to ensure that underserved communities, particularly in rural…

The National Assembly is deliberating on a bill that proposes raising the Value-Added Tax (VAT) from the current rate of 7.5% to 10% by the year 2025. The executive bill, which was reviewed by TheCable, outlines a gradual increase of the VAT rate to 12.5% by 2026 and maintains this rate until 2029, before potentially escalating to 15% from 2030 onwards. This initiative follows comments from Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, who stated on May 8, 2024, that an increase in the VAT rate is necessary to bolster the nation’s fiscal…

Social media influencer Martins ‘VeryDarkMan’ Otse has revealed the impressive sum raised just 24 hours after launching his nongovernmental organisation (NGO). On Saturday, VeryDarkMan announced the NGO, which aims to promote community development and improve public school infrastructure, among other social initiatives. He called on celebrities such as Davido and Cubana Chief Priest to support the cause, pledging transparency and accountability in managing donations. READ ALSO: VeryDarkMan: Real Distraction is Sam Larry, Naira Marley However, on Sunday, VeryDarkMan shared through Instagram stories and videos that over N33 million had been donated in less than a day. He also posted a…

Barcelona youngster Lamine Yamal has departed the Spain national team camp following the team’s 1-0 victory over Denmark on Saturday. Yamal returns to Barcelona ahead of Spain’s next game against Serbia after picking up a knock in Saturday’s victory against Denmark. The forward is set to miss Spain’s next fixture with Serbia on Tuesday as he recovers under the supervision of his club’s personnel.The 17-year-old’s return to Barca is a precautionary measure to prevent an injury as tests carries out by the RFEF medical team did not detect any injury. The Spanish football association released an official statement confirming this.…

The interim manager of the England national team Lee Carsley is not looking forward to be made substantive manager, according to reports. The Irish took over the leadership of the Three Lions after Gareth Southgate left the role during the summer. Carsley was appointed on an interim basis to oversee three national team camps from September to November. Overseeing his second England camp, he has managed the Three Lions in three games so far, leading them to victory against the Republic of Ireland and Finland. However, he and his team were shocked by Greece with a 2-1 defeat at Wembley…

Bayern Munich and Germany midfielder Joshua Kimmich has taken a somewhat differing position from what many top footballers recently expressed about the increasing number of fixtures they have to play in. The midfielder spoke to German outfit Deutsche Welle, acknowledging how unpopular his opinion might be. He said, “Maybe I’m making myself a bit unpopular, but I like to play a lot of games. In football, there will always be injuries.”The German, who also plays at right back, is one of the most dependable players for both Bayern and the German national team, having gathered over a decade of experience…