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Morocco won 1976 AFCON despite walking out in final game, claims ex-CAF disciplinary panel chair  Raymond Hack, former president of the CAF Disciplinary Board, has claimed that the Morocco national team staged a walkout in the final of the 1976 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which the country eventually won. Hack, who served in numerous roles across CAF’s legal body, made the claim in a chat with Robert Marawa on Wednesday. He was reacting to the CAF Appeals Board’s verdict that stripped Senegal of the 2025 AFCON title and named Morocco the champions.

FIFA mandates women's teams to appoint at least one female coach  The Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) has mandated that women’s teams of member associations must include at least one female head coach or assistant coach in their technical crew. The new legislation was approved at the FIFA Council meeting on Thursday.

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Nigerian Troops Recover ISWAP Notebooks Detailing Attack Plans, Weapons Allocation And Names Of Terrorists Who Took Loans

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has revealed that he is unsure about securing the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi spoke candidly about the uncertainties surrounding his political journey and ongoing coalition discussions. He noted that while many have questioned his chances within the ADC, there are no guarantees. “I’ve been asked how certain I am that the ADC will give me the ticket. The truth is, I cannot be sure. What matters most is our commitment to a shared cause,” he said. The former Anambra State governor emphasized that his priority is building a movement focused on national interest rather than personal ambition. According to him, the current political environment demands resilience, consistency, and sacrifice especially from those in the opposition. Reflecting on Nigeria’s current state, Obi expressed concern about how the country reached this point and warned against abandoning efforts...

I Threw My Expensive Gold Jewelry into the Lagoon the Moment I Became a Born-Again Christian— Pastor Adeboye’s Wife, Foluke Wife of Foluke Adeboye has revealed the drastic step she took after becoming born again, throwing away her gold jewellery into a lagoon. Speaking candidly, the pastor’s wife shared that like many women, she once loved fashion and had even prepared expensive gold items for her young child. However, everything changed after she joined the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), where wearing earrings was frowned upon at the time. “The moment we were born again, it was a taboo for you to have earrings. So everything, I dropped it in the lagoon,” she said. She recalled how a family friend questioned her decision, suggesting she could have given the jewellery to her mother to sell instead. But She stood firm, “Whatever is not good for me is not good for my mother.” Reflecting on her journey, she made it clear she has no regrets about her sacrifice. “I don’...

The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has declared Friday, March 20, 2026, as the first day of Shawwal 1447AH, marking the celeberation of Eid-el-Fitr, following the non-sighting of the Shawwal crescent across Nigeria. This is contained in a statement signed by the Wazirin Sokoto and Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Sultanate Council Sokoto, Professor Sambo Wali Junaidu. The statement says, the National Moon Sighting Committee did not receive any verified report of the Shawwal crescent sighting from various Committees across the Country on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, corresponding to the 29th day of Ramadan 1447AH. Consequently, Thursday, March 19th 2026, is declared as the 30th day of Ramadan, in line with Islamic tradition which stipulates completing thirty days when the new Moon is not sighted. It explained that the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Niger...

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has secured an overwhelming victory in the country’s parliamentary elections, officially winning an extraordinary 99.93% of the vote. The result reflects the tightly controlled political system of North Korea, where elections are largely seen as a formality rather than a competitive democratic process. State media portrayed the outcome as a powerful display of unity and unwavering public support for Kim’s leadership. According to official reports, voter turnout was near total, with citizens across the country participating in what authorities described as a reaffirmation of loyalty to the ruling leadership and the nation’s political direction.

The Federal High Court sitting in Warri, Delta State, has delivered a landmark ruling affirming that Nigerians have the constitutional right to record police officers while they carry out their duties in public. Delivering judgment on Tuesday in suit number FHC/WR/CS/87/2025, Justice H. A. Nganjiwa held that police officers must wear visible name tags, display their force numbers, and must not harass, intimidate, arrest, or seize devices from citizens documenting their activities. The court also awarded the applicant, Maxwell Uwaifo, N5 million in d@mages for the violation of his fundamental rights, alongside N2 million to cover litigation costs. By granting all the reliefs sought, the court reinforced the right of Nigerians to freely document police actions in public spaces without fear of intimidation or retaliation. Reacting to the ruling, Mr Uwaifo described the judgment as a major step forward for accountability. “This judgement has significant implications for policin...

The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has vowed to appeal the decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to strip them of their AFCON title.  The FSF condemned the decision, calling it "unfair, unprecedented, and unacceptable" and stated they will initiate an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in Lausanne, Switzerland

"We once gave him a car, and he has also used not less than five cars. To the best of my knowledge, he has a house in Ogun State" - Wale Adenuga addresses Papa Ajasco’s claims of being broke.

This decision upholds Morocco's appeal following the chaotic events in the match. The Senegal team briefly walked off the pitch in protest after a controversial penalty was awarded to Morocco late in regulation time. CAF determined that this action constituted a violation of Article 84 (or equivalent regulations concerning refusal to play or abandoning the field of play). Under AFCON rules, a team that refuses to continue playing or leaves the field without authorization faces elimination and forfeiture of the match. Morocco is therefore crowned Africa’s 2025 champion on green tapis (3–0)

A youth leader in Rivers State, Tammy Amakiri, has called on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to endorse the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, as the preferred candidate for the 2027 governorship election. Amakiri made the appeal amid growing political activities in Rivers State, where stakeholders are beginning to position themselves ahead of the next electoral cycle. He commended Amaewhule’s leadership style, describing it as firm, inclusive, and focused on results. According to the youth leader, Amaewhule’s loyalty to Wike remains a critical factor that distinguishes him as a potential successor capable of sustaining ongoing political and developmental strides in the state. He noted that backing a candidate with proven alignment to established political leadership would help maintain stability and continuity in governance, particularly in a state known for its complex political dynamics. The call comes at a time o...

Social media content creator, Habeeb Hamzat Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, has been declared wanted by the Benin Traditional Council over alleged unauthorized entry into the Benin Royal Palace. The Council, which oversees matters relating to the Benin monarchy led by Oba Ewuare II, said the incident occurred on March 6, when the content creator and his team reportedly gained access to the palace without approval and produced what it described as controversial content. In a statement issued by the Secretary of the Council, Mr. Frank Irabor, the act was described as a serious breach of palace protocol, noting that the palace remains a sacred institution governed by long-standing traditions and customs. “The Palace is not a public space for content creation. It is the spiritual seat of the Oba of Benin and must be respected,” the statement emphasized. The Council disclosed that preliminary investigations have led to disciplinary actions within the palace. A chief allegedl...

MINISTRY OF INTERIOR PRESS RELEASE 17TH MARCH 2026 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT DECLARES THURSDAY 19TH AND FRIDAY 20TH MARCH 2026 AS PUBLIC HOLIDAYS TO MARK EID-UL-FITR The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Thursday, 19th March, and Friday, 20th March 2026, as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, which signifies the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, extended warm greetings and heartfelt congratulations to the Muslim faithful on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan. The Minister urges Muslims to sustain the virtues of love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice, which were emphasized during the holy month. He also called on all Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for the continued peace, unity, and prosperity of the nation. While wishing the Muslim faithful a joyful Eid-ul-Fitr celebration, the Minister encourages c...

Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has urged Nigerians to remain hopeful and support his father’s leadership, describing him as a leader committed to fixing long-standing challenges in the country.  Speaking passionately, Seyi called on citizens to “have faith” in the president, saying his administration is steering Nigeria in a direction “never, ever seen” before. He also revealed that he continually prays for his father’s life and hopes for a second term in office. According to him, President Tinubu is not ignoring the nation’s problems or leaving them for future leaders, but is actively working to address them now.  He likened Nigeria’s situation to a building with cracks, stressing that his father is focused on repairing the foundation so future generations won’t inherit the same issues.  “He has seen the cracks and instead of walking away, he’s trying to fix them today,” Seyi said, adding that the goal is to create a stronger and more stable...

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The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has expressed strong concern over a reported incident at the Federal High Court in Abuja involving Justice Mohammed Umar and a legal practitioner, Marshall Abubakar. According to reports, the incident occurred on Monday, March 16, 2026, during proceedings involving activist Omoyele Sowore. Mr. Abubakar, who appeared as lead defence counsel, was allegedly ordered by the presiding judge to step out of the Bar and kneel down after raising his voice while addressing the court on the suitability of a hearing date. The judge was also said to have threatened committal for contempt. In a statement issued by its President, Afam Osigwe (SAN), the NBA described the development as troubling, noting that it raises serious concerns about the dignity of the legal profession and the sanctity of the courtroom. The association emphasized that while judges have the authority to maintain order and discipline in court, such powers must be exercised within the ...

Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday threatened to commit the lead defence lawyer to politician and online publisher, Omoyele Sowore, Marshall Abubakar, for contempt over rudeness in court. For raising his voice in court, the judge ordered Sowore’s lawyer to “come out and kneel down” in open court. Other lawyers, however, quickly prevailed upon the judge to forgive their errant colleague. Sowore is being prosecuted by the Department of State Services (DSS) for allegedly making false claims against the person of President Bola Tinubu by referring to him as “a criminal” in a post he made on his “X” and Facebook accounts. The lawyer drew the ire of the judge when he raised his voice while making submissions in court. The lawyer further raised his voice and insisted that the date chosen by the court for the defence to open its case was not convenient for him. Trouble started when, shortly after Abubakar struggled to conclude cross examining the onl...

In a shocking turn of events, a married woman named Joy was found lifele$$ in a hotel room, the victim of a bru^tal cr!me orchestrated by her online boyfriend. The 30-year-old mother of two had been living a double life, secretly communicating with the man who would ultimately seal her fate. Joy, a resident of Lagos, had met her online admirer on a social media platform, hiding her true marital status and leading him to believe she was a single mother struggling to make ends meet. The sc@mmer, posing as a wealthy businessman, had promised to be a father figure to her children and shower her with the luxuries she felt she deserved. According to Joy's husband, she had been growing increasingly distant and secretive, often sneaking away to meet her online lover. He had confronted her twice about suspicious messages on her phone, but Joy had brushed it off, claiming it was just a customer from her small business. But the truth was far more sinister. Joy's online boyfrie...

Trump warns that NATO faces a “very bad” future if U.S. allies fail to assist in opening up the Strait of Hormuz. Trump says he is talking to countries about "policing of the strait" and that the U.S. is always there for NATO including helping with Ukraine, "It'd be interesting to see what country wouldn't help us with a very small endeavour, which is just keeping the strait open." Trump says that Iran's video of "kamikaze boats" is AI generated and calls out Iran and U.S. media companies for "putting out information that they know is false and it's a very dangerous thing for the country." Trump says he doesn't know if the U.S. wants to make a deal with Iran as "nobody even knows who you're dealing with, because most of their leadership has been killed." Trump says U.S. and Cuba "will pretty soon either make a deal or do whatever we have to do... we're talking to Cuba, but we're going to ...

Popular relationship coach and lead pastor of David’s Christian Centre, Kingsley Okonkwo, has sparked a debate on social media after charging men to raise their standards and stop marrying women who are “liabilities.” In a series of posts shared via his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Sunday, the cleric argued that the growing lack of interest in marriage among men stems from the perception of the institution as a financial burden rather than a partnership. He wrote, “Men, it’s high time we start having standards as well. You guys are too used to women who are liabilities, that’s why less and less men desire marriage, they see it as a burden. “Men set standards like you won’t marry broke women too, that you want a partner and not a dependent, maybe it will make more women work and not see marriage and dating as a poverty alleviation scheme.” Addressing the religious and social implications of the current trend, Okonkwo described the expectation for men as “unbiblica...

Media entrepreneur and entertainment executive Tambari Steve has advised young entrepreneurs to remain consistent and dedicated to their businesses if they hope to achieve long-term success. The media expert and CEO of RwGBlog News cited Resolution Wall Group as an example of perseverance and consistency. According to him, the brand has remained committed to its vision for over 25 years, steadily pushing forward until it evolved into a global brand. He encouraged young entrepreneurs not to be discouraged when immediate results are not visible, stressing that consistent effort and patience will eventually yield positive outcomes. Tambari Steve is a well-known personality in Rivers State, Nigeria. He is the founder of Canfam Delivery, a logistics and e-marketplace platform, and the convener of Faji Nite Carnival, one of the region’s biggest social and cultural events, which attracts over 10,000 participants annually.

 Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Sunday threatened to hunt down and kill Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. In a statement published on Sepah News, its official website, the IRGC described Netanyahu as a “child-killing criminal” and vowed to pursue him with force. “If this criminal, the killer of children, is still alive, we will continue working to hunt him down and kill him with all our strength,” the statement reads.

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Actor Abiodun Ayoyinka has revealed the struggles he has faced since gaining fame as the iconic Papa Ajasco.  Speaking in an interview with media personality Lucky Udu, he said, “The major problem why people are not seeing me where they are supposed to see me is cause that particular character (Papa Ajasco) has been registered by Wale Adenuga and anybody that wants to use me outside with the character has never been easy on me.”  He added, “I don’t have the right to use the name Papa Ajasco unless I go and take permission. I can’t even use the costume and cause of this I have had limited opportunities because people would want to use me as Papa Ajasco and not Yinka.”  Reflecting on his personal life, Ayoyinka admitted, “Things have never been okay for years back now, I don’t even have a car of my own or even a house.”  Despite his enduring fame, he says establishing his own identity in the industry has been a constant challenge.