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Babarinsa is the Head of Digital, Online Editor at Galaxy Television. He has held key online editorial positions at major national news platforms, including The Guardian Nigeria, Punch Newspapers, BusinessDay Media, and Leadership Newspaper.
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Tinubu transforming all parts of Nigeria — APC chieftain
Angula stated this in a statement on Tuesday in Makurdi, saying the impact of the President’s Renewed Hope Agenda was evident in infrastructure development, improved governance and increased economic opportunities across the country.
Johnny Depp returns to Hollywood after legal battles
Depp, who plays the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge in the upcoming film, signals his return in the trailer with the words, “I’m not the man I was.”
Flamingos: Presidency, Ahmad urge Obi to keep politics out of sports
The Presidency and former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad have cautioned former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi against politicising national sporting achievements. The admonition follows Obi's allegation that Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) officials barred him from greeting members of the victorious Flamingos squad upon their arrival at the Abuja airport.
Youth Olympics: Bright’s record-breaking sprint gives Nigeria second gold
Bright produced a dominant performance in the final, finishing 0.29 seconds ahead of China’s Zhang Hangyu, who clocked 10.57 seconds. Szymon Dolega of Poland took bronze in 10.61 seconds.
Drums, dancing as Flamingos return to Abuja with World Cup trophy
The team arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA) at 5:50am aboard a Royal Air Maroc flight from Rabat, where they defeated Japan 2-1 in Saturday’s final to become the first African nation to win the competition.
Rangers tighten grip on NPFL top spot as Bendel Insurance close in
The Flying Antelopes secured all three points at the Awka Township Stadium on Sunday, thanks to Victor Chimezie’s 40th-minute strike. The victory took Rangers to 24 points from 11 matches, opening a three-point gap over second-placed Bendel Insurance, who have played one game more.
Lekki port hits capacity as NPA seeks fresh investors for Nigeria's seaports
The Managing Director of the NPA, Abubakar Dantsoho, made the appeal at the 2026 World Ports Conference in London, where he presented investment opportunities in Nigeria's maritime industry and highlighted the Federal Government's port reforms.
Makinde banks on God, Nigerians to win 2027 presidential election
Oyo State Governor and presidential candidate of the Allied People’s Movement (APM), Seyi Makinde, has expressed confidence in his chances of winning the 2027 presidential election, declaring that he has God and Nigerians on his side.
APC banks on mega projects to secure Tinubu, Otu re-election in Cross River
The All Progressives Congress in Cross River State has identified major infrastructure projects, including the Bakassi Deep Seaport and Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, as key campaign tools for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Bassey Otu in 2027.
Obi chants drown out Ben Kalu’s Tinubu campaign in Abia
A campaign appeal by the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid was disrupted by repeated chants of Peter Obi’s name at a cultural festival in Abia State. The incident occurred on Saturday during the Item Okpi cultural festival in Aba, where Kalu urged residents to support Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Tinubu congratulates Flamingos on historic World Cup win
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s Flamingos following their historic victory as the first African team to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Praising the squad after their 2-1 defeat of Japan in Saturday’s final in Rabat, Morocco, the President described the triumph as a landmark achievement for Nigerian and African women’s football.
Flamingos end Nigeria’s wait for women’s world title with historic Japan win
Flamingos make history: lose opener, win the world, as Nigeria claims Africa's first U-17 Women's World Cup
Flamingos chase historic U-17 World Cup title against Japan
The Flamingos have registered 113 total attempts on goal during the tournament with eight different goalscorers, led by semi-final hero Awawu Bashiru alongside Oluwakemi Adegbuyi, Oluebube Umejiaku, and Kanyinsola Yusuf (2 goals each).
Tinubu arrives Uyo for project inaugurations, APC rally
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, alongside First Lady Remi Tinubu to inaugurate key infrastructure projects completed by Governor Umo Eno's administration and attend an APC rally. The President was received on Friday by Governor Eno, Vice-President Kashim Shettima, and top government officials and dignitaries.
Women's World Cup: Nigeria face Japan in historic U-17 final Saturday
Nigeria's U-17 women's football team, the Flamingos, will clash with Japan in the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup on Saturday, November 7, in Rabat, Morocco. Kick-off is set for 7:30 pm Nigerian time at the Mohammed VI Football Complex, with supporters able to stream the historic match live on FIFA+ and DAZN.
Tinubu departs Abuja for Akwa Ibom, Rivers visit, APC rallies
President Bola Tinubu departed Abuja on Friday, November 6, alongside First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, initiating a two-state working visit to Akwa Ibom and Rivers states. In Uyo, the President will commission major infrastructure projects alongside Governor Umo Eno before continuing to Rivers State to attend an All Progressives Congress campaign rally.
CUPP, SDP, Obi kick as court voids Atiku’s ADC ticket, sacks Mark-led leadership
A fresh legal crisis has hit the African Democratic Congress (ADC) after a Federal High Court in Abuja nullified the party’s leadership under former Senate President David Mark and voided its candidates for the 2027 general elections, including the presidential ticket of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar
Tinubu backs Flamingos to beat Japan, win U-17 World Cup
President Bola Tinubu has expressed confidence Nigeria’s Flamingos will defeat Japan in the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final, congratulating them on their semi-final win over Brazil in Morocco and urging them to maintain the fighting spirit behind their historic qualification.
Oshoala gifts former coach brand new SUV
Super Falcons forward Asisat Oshoala has presented a brand-new Toyota Highlander to her former grassroots coach, Emmanuel Osahon Orobosa, nearly two decades after he helped launch her football career. The six-time African Women's Player of the Year gifted the car to the FC Robo International founder in appreciation of his foundational role in her professional development.
Flamingos make Africa proud, says Motsepe
Confederation of African Football President Patrice Motsepe has commended Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, following their landmark run to the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final. Motsepe described the team's achievement as a milestone for African women's football and a source of immense pride for the entire continent.
U-17 World Cup: Flamingos make history, set up Japan final
Nigeria's Flamingos beat Brazil 3-1 in Morocco on Wednesday to reach their first-ever FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final, surpassing their previous best of third place in 2022.
Ex-Super Eagles striker Anichebe moves to buy English club Bromley
Former Everton and Nigeria forward Victor Anichebe is spearheading an African consortium in advanced negotiations to acquire English League One side Bromley FC. The 38-year-old businessman, acting through his Lumira Group investment firm, is seeking to purchase a controlling stake from majority shareholder Robin Stanton-Gleaves to fund the club's continued rise up the EFL pyramid.
DSS rejects Atiku's claims, says officers hurt defending Sokoto politician
The DSS has denied former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s claim that its officers organized protests to destabilize Sokoto State, revealing instead that two of its operatives were hospitalized after being injured while protecting ADC governorship candidate Mannir Daniya during a mob attack.
Youth Olympics: Netherlands end Nigeria’s beach volleyball medal hopes
Nigeria's bid for a beach volleyball medal at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games came to an end following a quarter-final loss to the Netherlands. Duo Pamela Miyoum Bawa and Joy Lawrence put up a hard-fought performance, but were ultimately eliminated from the tournament in Senegal.