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Benin City, Nigeria — Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has announced the deployment of 35,000 police officers across the state. An additional 8,000 personnel from other security agencies, including the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and the armed forces, will bolster the effort. The sizable deployment underscores the Nigerian government’s commitment to a secure and transparent electoral process. The heightened security measures extend beyond the polling units. As part of an effort to maintain neutrality and discourage interference, all security aides assigned to VIPs—including political figures—will be withdrawn during the election period. “No one, no matter their…

ABUJA, Nigeria — Augustine Eguavoen, the interim head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, has denied reports suggesting that he stepped down from his role following Nigeria’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying matches against Benin Republic and Rwanda. Speaking to reporters upon his return to Abuja, Eguavoen clarified that his earlier comments had been misinterpreted, emphasizing that he remains in charge of the national team and that his role as the Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) continues. “It’s unfortunate that people trigger something that is not correct,” Eguavoen said, addressing the rumors circulating in the wake…

Nigerian music star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, electrified the stage in Ethiopia as the country welcomed the New Year of 2017. Ethiopia follows its own ancient calendar, which is approximately 7 to 8 years behind the Gregorian calendar used by most of the world. As of September 2024 in the Gregorian calendar, Ethiopia is in the year 2017. The Ethiopian New Year, known as Enkutatash, is celebrated on September 11th (or September 12th in a leap year), marking the start of the new year. Davido’s performance was a major highlight of the vibrant celebrations, with fans enthusiastically appreciating…

Nigerian musician Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has addressed the viral claims circulating on social media regarding her alleged pregnancy by American rapper Future. Tems was a guest on a recent edition of The Breakfast Club podcast, where she discussed her music, tour, and the rise of Afrobeats. During the interview, she was asked about the most outrageous rumor she had ever heard about herself. In 2023, rumors circulated online that the Afrobeats star was pregnant with Future’s child. The speculation arose after Future’s hit song Wait For You, featuring Drake, which samples Tems’ popular track Higher. In 2023,…

In a high-stakes debate that could shape the final stretch of the 2024 presidential race, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump engaged in a heated exchange over immigration, abortion, foreign policy, and leadership styles. The event marked their first-ever face-to-face showdown, and it delivered fireworks as both candidates made their cases to an American public deeply divided ahead of the November 5 election. Policy vs. Personality The debate underscored the stark contrasts between Harris and Trump in both substance and style. Harris focused on policy specifics, defending Democratic achievements in healthcare expansion, economic recovery, and immigration reform.…

Augustine Eguavoen, the interim head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, has announced his resignation following the conclusion of his two-match mandate in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. Eguavoen, who oversaw the national team’s 3-0 triumph over Benin Republic and a hard-fought match against Rwanda, confirmed his decision to step down after Tuesday’s encounter in Kigali. Eguavoen, speaking at the Kigali Airport shortly after the game, emphasized that his tenure was always intended to be temporary. “I was given a mandate to handle two games,” Eguavoen told OwnGoalNigeria. “I am very pleased with the boys, and I want…

Nigeria’s telecommunications sector is facing a potential shutdown as more than 800 workers from the Private Telecommunications and Communications Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PTECSSAN) commenced a 7-day strike on Monday, threatening to disrupt nationwide telecom services. The strike, organized in protest against the poor working conditions and unfair labor practices within the sector, could leave millions of users across the country without access to essential communication services. The striking workers, who are primarily contract employees, are demanding better working conditions, union recognition, the reinstatement of dismissed colleagues, and the payment of membership dues. In a formal strike notice, the…

On Tuesday, Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Rwanda played out a 0-0 draw in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match in Kigali. This result follows Nigeria’s 3-0 victory over the Republic of Benin in Uyo on Saturday, bringing their points total in the group to four. Despite showcasing individual brilliance throughout the match, the Super Eagles were unable to find the back of the net against a disciplined Rwandan team. The early stages of the game saw both teams probing each other before the Super Eagles took control of possession. Ademola Lookman came close to breaking the deadlock…

In response to rising fuel prices and mounting concerns over transport costs, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has announced the release of 100 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to local transport unions. The initiative, which aims to mitigate the impact of the recent fuel price hike, was unveiled during a strategic meeting with transport union leaders in the state on Monday. Governor Abiodun, represented by his Chief Press Secretary, Lekan Adeniran, emphasized the administration’s commitment to providing affordable transportation options for Ogun State residents during this growing fuel crisis. The 100 brand new 18-seater buses, all powered by CNG, will…

Abuja, Nigeria — Julius Abure, the embattled National Chairman of the Labour Party, has made significant announcements regarding the party’s ticket policies and criticized recent actions by party members in a press briefing following a National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting. In a pivotal shift, Abure declared that the party’s presidential ticket for the 2027 election is no longer reserved for Peter Obi. Instead, the ticket is now open to all eligible party members. This decision marks a substantial change from earlier policies that had set aside the presidential and governorship tickets for Obi and Alex Otti, respectively. The NEC reviewed…