Author: Ganiyu Amodu

Nigeria Defeat Morocco 3-2 To Win Record 10th WAFCON Title

Ganiyu Amodu

Nigeria’s Super Falcons came from behind to secure a dramatic 3–2 victory over Morocco in a thrilling Women’s Africa Cup of Nations clash played on Saturday. Morocco took an early lead through Ghizlane Chebbak in the 12th minute, and doubled their advantage when Sanaâ Mssoudy found the back of the net in the 24th minute. However, Nigeria responded with a determined second-half performance that turned the game around. Esther Okoronkwo pulled one back for Nigeria in the 64th minute from the penalty spot, before Folashade Florence Ijamilusi levelled the scoreline…

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‘Nurturing Young Talents,’ Lagos, PlotWeaver Unveil Storytelling Contest

Ganiyu Amodu

The Lagos State Film and Video Censors Board (LSFVCB) has announced its partnership with PlotWeaver, an innovative AI-powered storytelling and film production platform, to launch the maiden edition of the Lagos Youth Storytelling Competition. Speaking during a press briefing on Thursday, the Executive Secretary/CEO of LSFVCB, Mrs. Adebukola Agbaminoja, said the competition is targeted at nurturing the creative talents of youths aged 13 to 20, using storytelling as a tool to spotlight their imagination and promote the state’s cultural heritage. “As the Lagos State Film and Video Censors Board, we…

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Wrestling Legend, Hulk Hogan, Is Dead

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Hulkamania: All you need to know about one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time   Hulk Hogan, the iconic face of professional wrestling in the 1980s who parlayed his prowess in the ring into an acting career, has died at the age of 71, US media reported Thursday. Hogan — a Hall of Fame talent known for his towering 6’7″ (two-meter) physique, bandana and distinctive blond handlebar mustache — died at his home in Florida, NBC News reported, citing his manager Chris Volo. TMZ also reported the news,…

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Protect Nigeria, Curb Fake News – Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu, Others Charge Editors

Ganiyu Amodu

The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, along with the Governors of Bauchi and Lagos States — Senator Bala Mohammed and Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu — and other notable Nigerians, have called on media professionals to curb the spread of fake news in order to protect the nation. Platforms Africa reports that this call was made at the 3rd Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture organised by the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), with the theme, ‘Journalism and the Challenge of Nation-Building in a Multi-Ethnic Society.’…

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Nigeria Defeat South Africa 2-1, Advance To WAFCON Final

Ganiyu Amodu

The Super Falcons of Nigeria have qualified for the final of the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. 1,2,3,4,5 – 0: How Super Falcons Thrashed Zambia To Reach WAFCON Semi-Finals ‘After Technical Glitch,’ Nigerian Govt Reopens Recruitment Portal For Immigration, Civil Defence, Others The team defeated South Africa 2-1 in the semifinal on Tuesday. More to come…

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‘After Technical Glitch,’ Nigerian Govt Reopens Recruitment Portal For Immigration, Civil Defence, Others

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Here are the details + step-by-step guide on how to apply for the recruitment exercise   The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has reopened its online recruitment portal today, Monday, July 21, 2025, following a brief suspension last week due to technical glitches. In a recruitment update released early Monday, the board advised applicants who had already begun their applications to return to the portal to retrieve and complete their submissions once the system goes live again. “Kindly be informed that applicants who have successfully initiated…

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Tinubu Seeks Africa-led Energy Market, Demands Fair Pricing

Ganiyu Amodu

President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, stated that Africa must take ownership of its energy resources by creating credible and transparent benchmarks that reflect the continent’s realities and safeguard its economies. Speaking ahead of the Global Commodity Insights Conference on West African Refined Fuel Markets scheduled to hold in Abuja this week, the President said Nigeria would work with regional partners to build an integrated energy market that ensures value for Africa. The conference, hosted by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority in collaboration with S&P Global Insights, will…

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‘False, Misleading,’ Nigerian Govt Debunks Cancellation Of WAEC, NECO Exams

Ganiyu Amodu

The Federal Government has denied a false online report claiming the cancellation of the 2025 West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and National Examinations Council (NECO) examinations due to widespread malpractice. In a statement on Sunday signed by the Director of Press and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Education, Boriowo Folasade, it clarified that the 2025 WAEC exams have been concluded with minimal incidents of malpractice, which were promptly addressed. The Ministry also assured that the ongoing NECO exams are proceeding smoothly without reported cases of malpractice. It advised the public…

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‘Trilogy Fight,’ Tyson Fury Calls Out Usyk After Daniel Dubois Win

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Tyson Fury has called out Oleksandr Usyk for a trilogy fight following the latter’s victory against Daniel Dubois. Usyk reclaimed his undisputed crown as he managed to overcome Dubois at Wembley. Fury was defeated by Usyk in May and December 2024, with both fights taking place in Saudi Arabia. Despite announcing his retirement after the second fight, Fury is now ready for a return to the ring. The Gypsy King praised Usyk for his display against Dubois and declared that he is the only man who is capable of beating…

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‘Three-Time Undisputed Champion,’ Usyk Knocks Out Dubois In 5th Round + PHOTOS

Ganiyu Amodu

Oleksandr Usyk beat Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium on Saturday night, knocking out the Briton to become a two-time undisputed heavyweight champion. Usyk, one of the finest boxers of this generation, secured a fifth-round stoppage, two years after beating Dubois via TKO in Poland. The result kept the Ukrainian, 38, unbeaten, and saw him regain undisputed status atop the heavyweight division. Last May, he outpointed Tyson Fury to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion in 24 years, but he soon vacated the IBF title, and Dubois was elevated from interim…

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