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President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles for winning 2-0 in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final against Algeria. The President also told the team to keep working hard, adding that every Nigerian is supporting them. Nigeria’s Super Eagles defeated Algeria’s Desert Warriors 2-0 on Saturday and advanced to the semifinals of the tournament. After the game on Saturday, the President posted his comments on his verified X account, @officialABAT. The Nigerian leader praised Eric Chelle’s team and told them to stay focused as they continue to the semi-final stage of the competition. “Go, Super Eagles!” Tinubu said, adding:…

Oyo State Police Command has stepped up security operations in Ikoyi-Ile, Oriire Local Government Area of the state, following intelligence reports indicating a possible attack by suspected bandits. In a statement issued on Saturday in Ibadan, the state capital, the Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, disclosed that a handwritten threat note, written in both Yoruba and English, was allegedly found in front of a residential building in the community. According to the police, the letter contained a threat of an impending attack on Ikoyi-Ile, warning residents to prepare for violence and indicating January 20, 2026, as the proposed date.…

Former Super Eagles striker, Odion Ighalo, has insisted that a ‘calm’ Victor Osimhen doesn’t play well for the national team. According the Ighalo, Osimhen needs to be angry for you to see the best out of him. The Manchester United star spoke on SuperSport on Saturday as Nigeria defeated Algeria 2-0 in the AFCON quarter-final stage. This comes after Osimhen recently had a heated argument with Super Eagles teammate Lookman Ademola during Nigeria’s 4-0 win against Mozambique. However, both players have already settled their differences and were impressive against Algeria on Saturday. “We have seen Ronaldo do that [Osimhen’s heated…

Suspected gunmen on Saturday evening attacked a Benue Links commercial bus conveying passengers in Otukpo, Benue State. Sources said the vehicle, which departed Makurdi en route to Lagos, was ambushed a few minutes before Otukpo town, precisely around the Burnt Bricks. The attackers reportedly opened fire on the bus, causing panic among the passengers. At least three occupants were shot during the attack, while others managed to flee the scene for safety. The wounded passengers were said to have been rushed to the Federal University of Health Sciences Teaching Hospital, where they are currently receiving medical attention.

The semi-final fixtures at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations have been confirmed. This followed the completion of the quarter-final games on Saturday night. Egypt are the last team to book their spot, following a thrilling 3-2 victory over champions Ivory Coast. The Pharoahs raced into a two-goal lead, thanks to Omar Marmoush and Ramy Rabia. An own goal from Ahmed Abou El Fotouh just before half time, dragged the Elephants back into the game. But Mohamed Salah extended their lead again seven minutes after the break. Guela Doue’s goal proved to be a mere consolation. Egypt will now play…

Algerian players confronted the referee, Isaa Sy, after they lost 2-0 to Nigeria in the quarter-final of the 2025 Africa Cup on Nations. Sy had to be escorted into the dressing room for his safety, after Algerian fans clashed with stadium security. Officials of the Desert Foxes also confronted the referee on the pitch. However, things continued to be heated in the tunnel, as they kept harassing the official. It is believed the Algerians are not happy with some of the decisions from Sy during the defeat. Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams scored in the second half, as the Super…

Some Nigerian football fans have reacted to Super Eagles’ 2-0 win against Algeria in the AFCON quarter-final tie on Saturday. DAILY POST reports that goals from Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams ensured Nigeria defeated the Desert Foxes. Reacting, some Nigerians wondered how come the Super Eagles failed to qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following their brilliant display against Algeria. Others hailed Eric Chelle’s men for putting in a magnificent performance against the North Africans. Here are some comments gathered by DAILY POST on X: @WhispersAfrica5, “Massive respect to the Super Eagles!  All those early morning sessions, tactical drills,…

The people of Ibeno Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State have expressed willingness to allow the passing of Federal government’s Lagos-Calabar Coastal highway project through the Stubb Creek Reserve. Routing the project through the forest reserve has raised a lot of tension as the people of Ekid (Eket and Esit Eket), while claiming ownership of the forest, had issued a caveat emptor barring contractors from the area. However, the state governor, Umo Eno during the commissioning of a hospital facility in Eket, warned the people to steer clear of the land and allow the project to see the light…

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has lost his Special Adviser on Arewa matters, Alhaji Danjuma Garba. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Dr Patrick Ebojele, said the governor’s aide died in the afternoon of January 10, 2026, after a brief illness. Okpebholo described the late aide as a dedicated public servant and a vital bridge between the state government and the Arewa community in the state. He noted that his commitment to fostering peace, unity, and mutual understanding among all residents of the state was exemplary. “The late Special Adviser was a loyal aide, a tireless…

Seun Kuti, a Grammy-nominated singer and son of the late Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, has said it is an insult to refer to Afrobeats singer Wizkid as the modern day equivalent of his father. Kuti stated this while warning Wizkid fans, otherwise known as Wizkid FC, to stop comparing the Ojuelegba crooner with the late Afrobeat maestro during a recent Instagram livestream. He explained that comparing Wizkid or any new generational artist to Fela is an insult to the legacy of the Afrobeat pioneer. “Wizkid FC keep Fela’s name out of your mouths. You try to claim that your fake…