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Super Falcons Head Coach Justine Madugu Unveils 25-Player Squad for Friendly Matches Against Cameroon

Noble Onyeagoro7 months ago7 months ago0

Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has unveiled a 25-player squad for the team’s upcoming friendly matches against Cameroon. With the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) fast approaching, Madugu has opted to work with familiar faces to ensure smoother assimilation of tactics.

FCT Area Council Elections: INEC Deploys 3,345 BVAS, Police Impose Movement Restriction

IDNN7 months ago7 months ago0

The FCT Area Council elections BVAS deployment plan will see 3,345 accreditation devices distributed across 2,822 polling units, as INEC confirms early logistics movement and police announce a 6am–6pm restriction on election day. Anti-corruption agencies and security forces are also mobilised to deter vote trading and maintain order across Abuja’s six area councils.

Ondo APC Ward Congress Violence Raises Party Stability Questions

IDNN7 months ago7 months ago0

The Ondo APC ward congress violence has escalated into a full-blown political crisis after two people were killed and several others injured during clashes in Idanre Local Government Area. Party elders have appealed for presidential intervention, while Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa denies allegations of sponsorship amid rising internal tensions ahead of key party processes.

Tinubu Signs Executive Order Redirecting Oil Revenues to Federation Account

IDNN7 months ago7 months ago0

President Bola Tinubu has signed a sweeping executive order mandating direct remittance of key oil and gas revenues to the Federation Account, halting several retention mechanisms previously operated under the Petroleum Industry Act. The directive targets multiple deductions by NNPC Limited and signals a structural fiscal reset with implications for federal, state, and local government finances.

ICPC Confirms El-Rufai in Custody as Probe Deepens

IDNN7 months ago0

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has confirmed that former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai is in its custody, marking a new phase in escalating investigations surrounding the ex-governor. The confirmation follows recent security agency engagements, wiretapping allegations, and ongoing corruption-related probes linked to his tenure in office

Nigeria Opens Probe into Temu Over Suspected Data Protection Breaches

IDNN7 months ago7 months ago0

Nigeria opens probe into Temu over suspected data protection breaches, as the country’s data watchdog examines concerns around surveillance practices, cross-border data transfers and data minimisation compliance. The investigation could trigger penalties under Nigeria’s data protection framework if violations are established in one of Africa’s largest digital markets.

Heartland Queens FC End Bayelsa Queens’ Perfect Start with Impressive 3–1 Victory

Noble Onyeagoro7 months ago7 months ago0

Heartland Queens FC delivered a thrilling second-half performance to beat Bayelsa Queens FC 3–1, handing the league leaders their first loss of the season in a captivating Matchday 8 clash.

Violence Erupts After Kwara United vs Rivers United NPFL Fixture

Noble Onyeagoro7 months ago7 months ago0

Violence erupted following the NPFL match between Kwara United and Rivers United, with Rivers United General Manager Okey Kpalukwu attacked, leading to clashes between fans and officials after a controversial equalizer in stoppage time.

Health Ministry Orders Immediate Retirement of Long-Serving Directors

IDNN7 months ago7 months ago0

The Health ministry orders immediate retirement of directors who have spent eight years in the directorate cadre, enforcing the Revised Public Service Rules 2021. A circular directs agencies and federal hospitals to disengage affected officers, halt salary payments, and recover emoluments paid beyond tenure limits, with compliance monitoring announced.

How Manipulation Would Have To Occur Under the Electoral Act 2026 Hybrid Model

IDNN7 months ago7 months ago0

The Electoral Act 2026 hybrid model retains electronic transmission while permitting manual fallback under defined failure conditions. This forensic breakdown maps the exact procedural steps required for manipulation to succeed under the amended framework. Rather than rhetoric, the analysis examines structural barriers, discretion points, certification triggers, and audit mechanisms before Nigeria’s 2027 elections