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Is Lagos Still a Democracy? Sanwo-Olu’s Backing of Hamzat Fuels Debate on Who Decides

Is Lagos still a democracy has become a central question after Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu publicly backed his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, for the 2027 governorship. The move has sparked debate over elite influence, party structure, and voter choice, with reactions ranging from support for internal alignment to concerns about how leadership decisions are shaped.

Lookman Ready for Arsenal Test as Atlético Madrid Chase Champions League Final

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Ademola Lookman says Atlético Madrid must be ready to fight Arsenal in their Champions League semi-final clash, with the Super Eagles forward back in contention after injury and eager to make an impact against a club from his London roots.

Super Falcons Olympic Qualifier Draw Set To Define Nigeria’s Road To LA 2028

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Nigeria’s Super Falcons will discover their path in the Super Falcons Olympic qualifier draw on Wednesday, as CAF sets the African race for LA 2028 in motion. With 35 countries chasing two tickets, the draw will turn reputation into route, pressure and consequence for Africa’s elite women’s teams before the qualifiers begin across five knockout rounds.

Emmanuel Fernandez Wins Rangers Player of the Season After Stunning Debut Campaign

Noble Onyeagoro10 hours ago10 hours ago0

Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez has been named Rangers’ Men’s Player of the Year after a strong debut season in Scotland, completing a rapid rise from Peterborough United to becoming one of the most trusted figures at Ibrox.

D’Tigress vs Minnesota Lynx: Nigeria Show Fight Despite Second US Tour Defeat

Noble Onyeagoro11 hours ago11 hours ago0

D’Tigress suffered a second straight defeat on their United States tour, but the 88-79 loss to Minnesota Lynx carried a different message. Nigeria competed harder, rebounded better and found scoring rhythm through Ezinne Kalu, yet weaker shooting, bench production and ball movement still separated the African champions from WNBA-level control in Kansas City overnight.

Team Nigeria World Relays Push Begins After Arrival in Gaborone

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Team Nigeria have arrived in Gaborone for the 2026 World Athletics Relays, turning a difficult Lagos-to-Botswana trip into the start of a high-stakes qualification push. With Favour Ashe back in the sprint group and Nigeria cleared for all six relay events, the delegation now faces a serious test of depth, timing and medal-level execution.

Nigeria Commonwealth Games Target Rises as NSC Eyes 22 Gold in Glasgow

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Nigeria’s Commonwealth Games target has moved from ambition to pressure after NSC Director General Bukola Olopade said Team Nigeria could push beyond an 18-gold internal projection to 22 gold medals in Glasgow. The bold target builds on Birmingham 2022 success, but it now demands sharper planning, event discipline, funding clarity and medal delivery across priority sports.

Sanwo-Olu Backs Hamzat for Lagos 2027, Signals Early APC Power Alignment

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Sanwo-Olu backs Hamzat for Lagos 2027, signalling an early shift in the APC’s internal power structure in Nigeria’s most influential state. The move positions the deputy governor at the centre of succession politics ahead of the election cycle. In Lagos, where political decisions often shape national alignments, early backing carries significant strategic weight.

FCC Digital Platform Launch: Omidiran Reforms Target Transparency Across 700 MDAs

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The FCC digital platform launch marks a significant step in Nigeria’s governance reform, with the Federal Character Commission unveiling a new system to monitor compliance across over 700 MDAs. Backed by top government officials, the initiative aims to improve transparency, public access, and institutional accountability, aligning with broader efforts to modernise public sector operations nationwide.

Adamawa Football Pitch Massacre: 29 Killed as Boko Haram, ISWAP Claims Expose Security Breakdown

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The Adamawa football pitch attack has left at least 29 people dead after gunmen stormed a community gathering in north-east Nigeria, targeting youths watching a match. Authorities blame Boko Haram, while ISWAP has also claimed responsibility, exposing a fragmented insurgency. The incident deepens concerns over Nigeria’s worsening security crisis and the vulnerability of civilians to coordinated attacks