By Muhyideen Jimoh As the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 in Morocco reaches the knockout stage, Saudi Arabia’s quiet sporting rise is adding unexpected spice, linking Africa’s biggest tournament to a fast-shifting global football order. Saudi Arabia,which says it’s not investing in sports for spectacle alone, sees football asContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu has approved the transfer of Mr Rotimi Oyedepo,SAN, from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to the Federal Civil Service as Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). This is contained in a statement issued by the Director of Information and Public Relations, State House,Continue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu says the new tax laws, including those that took effect on June 26, and others scheduled to commence on Jan. 1, 2026, will be implemented as planned. The president disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday. Tinubu described the reforms as a once-in-a-generation opportunityContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu on Sunday departed Lagos for Europe as part of his end-of-year break and ahead of his official visit to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. This is contained in a statement issued by the Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, in Lagos. The presidentContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria’s diverse culture and traditions hold immense tourism potential and should be harnessed as valuable tools for destination promotion. The president stated this on Saturday at the Grand Finale of the week-long 2025 Eyo Festival held at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos. This isContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh The Presidency has dismissed as false reports claiming that President Bola Tinubu has replaced his Chief of Staff, Mr Femi Gbajabiamila, with the Principal Private Secretary, Mr Hakeem Muri-Okunola. The Presidency described the report, which has been circulating widely on social media, as a fabrication aimed atContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday in Lagos inaugurated a Committee on Strategy, Conflict Resolution and Mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections. This is contained in a statement issued by the Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, The committee was inaugurated to address internal conflicts within the AllContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to religious freedom and safety of all Nigerians, regardless of faith, ethnicity, or belief, in his 2025 Christmas goodwill message delivered Wednesday nationwide. He said Christmas offered a time to reflect on Jesus Christ’s birth and enduring message ofContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh The Permanent Secretary of the State House, Mr Temitope Fashedemi, has urged staff to shun bickering and acrimony, warning that such conduct undermines productivity and professionalism. This is contained in a statement issued by the Director of Information and Public Relations, State House, Mr Abiodun Oladunjoye, onContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye Royal Air Maroc has emerged as the preferred airline for African sports journalists covering the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025. The airline’s status follows its role as the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) Official Global Partner for the tournament scheduled from Dec. 21,Continue Reading
