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By Deborah Nnamdi Former champions Senegal booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final with a hard-fought victory over Egypt, dominating possession against a cautious Pharaohs side and extending their recent supremacy in the rivalry. The Teranga Lions will face hosts Morocco or Nigeria in Sunday’s final, maintaining a remarkable run against Egypt after beating them in the 2022 AFCON final and the 2022 World Cup play-off, both decided on penalties. Egypt captain Mohamed Salah was tightly marked throughout the semi-final and struggled to influence the game. The Liverpool forward, appearing at his fifth AFCON, has now…

By Deborah Nnamdi A yet-to-be-identified housewife from Isoko ethnic nationality in Delta State has allegedly killed her husband and his alleged lover, while grievously injuring another woman, in a violent incident at Ighwre-Ovie area of Ughelli North Local Government Area of the state. The suspect, a mother of two, is currently in custody at the Ughelli Area Command of the Delta State Police following the incident, which occurred after a domestic dispute reportedly linked to allegations of infidelity. According to sources, the woman attacked her husband with a machete, repeatedly striking his skull shortly after he returned home drunk. He…

By Deborah Nnamdi The impeachment move against Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, has suffered another setback following the withdrawal of support by two more members of the State House of Assembly, deepening internal divisions and strengthening calls for dialogue to resolve the political crisis in the state. The latest development comes barely 24 hours after two other lawmakers publicly distanced themselves from the impeachment proceedings, signalling growing resistance within the Assembly to the move against the governor and his deputy. The lawmakers, Hon. Barile Nwakoh, representing Khana Constituency I, and Hon. Emilia Amadi of Obio/Akpor…

By Oghenekevwe Kofi The United States is set to suspend visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, including Nigeria, in a move that further tightens an already restrictive travel environment for Nigerians. The freeze, expected to take effect from January 21, 2026, is described as indefinite and comes amid a series of U.S. immigration measures that have steadily narrowed access for Nigerian travellers.Reports from international media say the U.S. State Department has issued an internal directive instructing consular offices to halt visa processing for affected countries while a comprehensive review of screening and vetting procedures is conducted. Although Washington has…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Lagos State Government has announced plans to introduce electric-powered boats into the Lagos Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) fleet within the year, aiming to reduce fares and promote sustainable, eco-friendly water transport. LAGFERRY Managing Director Hon. Abdoulbaq Ladi-Balogun disclosed the plan in a statement on the state government’s X account on Wednesday, noting that electric vessels have lower operating and maintenance costs, enabling more affordable fares for passengers. “The initiative is both environmentally responsible and economically necessary,” he said. Balogun highlighted the growing popularity of water transport among Lagos residents, noting that since February 2020, LAGFERRY has ferried…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has scheduled the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) to hold nationwide from April 16 to 25. The board announced an official release detailing registration processes, eligibility requirements, and fees for both UTME and Direct Entry candidates. According to JAMB, UTME registration will open on January 26 and close on February 28, while Direct Entry registration will run from March 2 to April 25. Candidates are required to create a profile linked to a unique mobile number and their National Identification Number (NIN) before purchasing an E-PIN at participating banks,…

By Deborah Nnamdi Nigerian fintech giant Paystack, owned by global payments company Stripe, has officially entered Nigeria’s banking sector with the launch of Paystack Microfinance Bank, following its acquisition of Ladder Microfinance Bank. The move marks a significant expansion beyond payments into full-stack financial services. The new microfinance bank, announced on Wednesday, will operate independently of Paystack Payments Limited, with its own licence, governance structure, and product roadmap, while maintaining close collaboration with the core payments business. Paystack said the decision to move into banking is informed by insights gained from supporting over 300,000 businesses and millions of consumers across…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Kano State Hospitals Management Board has suspended no fewer than three personnel in connection with the death of a Kano woman, Aishatu Umar, following a surgical procedure at the government-owned Abubakar Imam Urology Center, where scissors allegedly used during the operation were forgotten inside her body. Officials of the board confirmed that a preliminary and transparent investigation established that the incident indeed occurred at the facility. Following the findings, the affected personnel were suspended from clinical duties with immediate effect. In a statement issued by the board’s Public Relations Officer, Samira Suleiman, the Executive Secretary of…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have formally signed and unveiled a new agreement aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s university education system and fostering lasting industrial harmony. The agreement was signed and publicly presented on Wednesday at the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Conference Hall in Maitama, Abuja, marking a fresh phase of engagement between the government and the lecturers’ union. The event was attended by key stakeholders in the education sector, including the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Alausa, and the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad, alongside other senior…

The Nigerian Police have invited prominent Itsekiri chiefs and leaders for questioning following renewed tension in the Ugborodo community over the killing of an indigene, Emiko Onuwaje, on December 20, 2025. The invitations were issued by the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 5, Benin City, AIG Salman Dogo Garba, as part of investigations into alleged conspiracy, murder, arson and incitement of communal violence linked to a lingering youth leadership dispute in Ogidigben, a neighbouring riverine community. Those invited to appear before the police on Wednesday, January 14, include Chief Ayirimi Emami; Hon. (Chief) Thomas Ereyitomi; Chief Oma…