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In a move sparking national debate, Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has controversially benched captain William Troost-Ekong. This decision, according to reports on Soccernet.ng, introduces a moment of clarity in the chaos as the team faces a do-or-die World Cup qualifier against Rwanda, with...

The Digest: The Federal Government's push for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as an affordable alternative to petrol is facing a new challenge. The price of CNG has nearly doubled to ₦450 per standard cubic meter after the government reduced its subsidy. Key Points: The price of CNG has risen...

The Digest: The Police Service Commission (PSC) has described the passing of its immediate past Chairman and former Inspector General of Police, Dr. Solomon Arase, as a tragic loss. Key Points: The Police Service Commission (PSC) paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Solomon...

The Digest: Cote d'Ivoire will now host the 2025 WAFU B U-17 Championship instead of Nigeria. The decision follows ongoing renovations at Remo Stars Stadium, one of the designated venues in Nigeria. Key Points: The WAFU B U-17 Championship was originally set for Nigeria in September 2025...

The Digest: Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves have reached $41 billion as of August 19, 2025, marking the highest level since December 2021. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has emphasized that this growth reflects efforts to stabilize the foreign exchange market and boost the economy...

The Digest: With the 2026 FIFA World Cup at stake, the Super Eagles’ camp opens on September 1 in Uyo. Nigeria will face Rwanda on September 6, followed by a crucial match against South Africa on September 9. Key Points: The Super Eagles will gather on September 1 First, they will face...

The Digest: The Nigerian House of Representatives has received 46 formal proposals for new states, marking a significant step in the ongoing constitutional review. These requests span across all six geopolitical zones and include new regional and local developments. Key Points: 46 proposals...

The Digest: Following a severe flood alert from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), residents in floodplains across 20 states have begun relocating. Despite over N620bn in ecological funds disbursed since 2012, concerns remain over inadequate state-level responses, leaving communities...

The Digest: The US Mission in Nigeria has clarified its reasons for reducing non-immigrant visa validity for Nigerians from five years to three months, stating it is not due to any recent Nigerian government action. Key Points: US Mission in Nigeria clarified reduced visa validity for...

The Digest: Starting July 8, 2025, the US has imposed new visa restrictions for Nigerians, shifting from multiple-entry to single-entry visas for non-immigrant categories. This change has sparked discussions on the rationale behind the decision and its broader implications. Key Points: The...

The Super Falcons of Nigeria secured a confidence-boosting 3-1 win over Ghana in their final warm-up match ahead of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The match, played in Morocco, underlined Nigeria’s readiness to chase their historic 10th continental title. Chinwendu Ihezuo...

According to the World Bank’s 2025 Energy Progress Report, Nigeria has the largest number of people without electricity access globally, with an estimated 86.8 million people lacking power in 2023. This is the third consecutive year Nigeria has held this position. The report highlights a...