Nigeria’s under-18 boys’ and girls’ national teams have arrived for Côte d’Ivoire ahead of the 2026 FIBA U18 AfroBasket, with places at the 2027 FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup at stake. The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) have announced that the Junior D’Tigers and the Junior D’Tigress have Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, from Abuja, Nigeria. Both teams will represent Nigeria at the 2026 FIBA U18 AfroBasket. The championship runs from Wednesday, 5 August, to Sunday, 16 August, 2026 at the Palais des Sports de Treichville and brings together twelve nations in each category. The tournament carries consequences beyond the continental title. The…
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Anthony Adeyinka Adeboye, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, has hailed Team Nigeria’s commendable performance at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, describing the nation’s campaign as a solid foundation for greater sporting success in the years ahead. Reacting to the conclusion of the Games, Adeboye praised the leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC), led by Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko and Director General Bukola Olopade, for their vision, commitment and reforms, which he said were evident in Team Nigeria’s impressive outing. He also expressed profound appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his unwavering support and…
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), says it is partnering with private sector organisations in the Niger Delta region to train women to harness their skills, talents, and local resources to create wealth and build sustainable livelihoods. Speaking during an empowerment programme commemorating the 2026 International Women’s Day in Asaba, Delta State, the Chairman of the NDDC Governing Board, Mr. Chiedu Ebie, challenged women to take practical steps towards economic independence through dedication and continuous learning to grow their businesses. Ebie, who was represented by his Special Assistant, Dr. Godwin Edozie, advised the women to take the training seriously, noting…
By Waziri Garba Some management and development experts often posit that the accountability expected of leaders towards their people did not just stop at minding and dispensing the public till, but it should entail living up to one’s word in action and in deed in the fulfillment of the covenant entered into with the public by especially a politician, at the onset of a serious political journey. Kaduna State Government’s largesse to farmers on Saturday, 25th July, 2026 falls into such redemptive acts to fulfill a pledge on which the administration had sought the people’s mandate and won: to transform…
The Chief of Staff to the President and Chairman of the Presidential Working Group on the National Policing Bill, Femi Gbajabiamila, on Monday, 3 August , 2026 disclosed that President Bola Tinubu will receive the Executive National Policing Bill for review on September 3, 2026. The date was unveiled a public information portal through which Nigerians can submit memoranda and position papers to shape the legislation before it is reviewed by the President and transmitted to the National Assembly. Gbajabiamila, who made the disclosures while addressing State House correspondents after convening a meeting of the group at the Aso Rock…
The Federal Government on Monday, 3 August disclosed that that Nigeria is yet to attain optimal breastfeeding practices with only 36 percent of the mothers practicing strict exclusive breastfeeding. Vice President Kashim Shettima made this disclosure on Monday during the flag-off of this year’s World Breastfeeding Week in Abuja. The VP who spoke on the Theme: Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works!” said: “Behind that gap sits a child whose immunity is weaker than it should be, a mother whose recovery is harder than it should be, and a nation whose human capital is smaller than…
The ruling All Progressives Congress(APC) in Ebonyi State on Monday, 3 August, 2026 commenced its campaign for the August 22 Local Government Area elections at Ikwo with the resolve to garner massive grassroots mobilisation. The party’s leaders from Ikwo LGA and beyond, in unison, emphasised the need for increased collection of Permanent Voter Cards to secure victory across the 171 wards and 13 LGAs of the state. The State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, while presenting the party’s flag to its Chairmanship Flagbearer, Mr Chidi Nwode, urged party faithful to unite in ensuring total victory for the party at the polls. Nwifuru,…
The Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), on Monday, 3 August, 2026 warned Nigerians not to weaponised state police for political persecution. Fagbemi handed the warning while addressing State House correspondents after convening a meeting of Presidential Working Group on the National Policing Bill, headed by Chief of Staff to the President, Chief Femi Gbajabiamila at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja. “It is important that we do not make state policing a weapon of political persecution or oppression. “There must be a minimum threshold to guarantee the continued existence and operation of the society. If you leave the…
Former Dream Team coach Johannes “Bonfrère” Jo has expressed disappointment that the Nigerian government is yet to recognise or reward him 30 years after guiding Nigeria to its first and only Olympic football gold medal, an achievement still seen as one of the nation’s greatest sporting moment, the PUNCH reports. Bonfrère led a talented generation featuring Nwankwo Kanu, Austin Okocha, Daniel Amokachi, Taribo West, Celestine Babayaro, Garba Lawal and Emmanuel Amuneke to one of football’s greatest Olympic stories. Nigeria defeated Brazil 4-3 after extra time in a memorable semi-final before coming from behind to beat Argentina 3-2 in the final…
Shell will continue to support Nigeria in its efforts to build a secure energy future through investments and efficient delivery of its businesses in Nigeria. “We continue to invest in Nigeria’s future through our projects, our people, and our enduring confidence in the potential of this nation,” General Manager, Development and Subsurface Shell Nigeria Deepwater, Kun Jiang said today while delivering the sponsor’s remarks at the 49th edition of the Nigeria Annual International Conference and Exhibition of the Society of Petroleum Engineers in Lagos. Kun highlighted current investments in Bonga North, HI and the advancement of Bonga Southwest as testimonies…