By Ekpenyong Emmanuel The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has withdrawn a contentious internal memo that sparked tensions with the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU). The memo had blocked the automatic deduction and remittance of check-off dues for NASU members, prompting the union to threaten a …
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By Ekpenyong Emmanuel Zimbabwe’s national football team, the Warriors, have landed in Lagos, Nigeria, ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Super Eagles. The team touched down earlier today and is now en route to Uyo, where the highly anticipated showdown is set to take place …
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By Ekpenyong Emmanuel Nigeria’s star striker, Victor Osimhen, has etched his name deeper into the history books by becoming the country’s second all-time top scorer. The Napoli forward netted his 25th goal for the Super Eagles, surpassing the legendary Segun Odegbami, who held a tally of 23 goals. Osimhen’s latest …
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By Ekpenyong Emmanuel Pope Francis is set to be discharged from Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Sunday, March 23, after spending over five weeks receiving treatment for pneumonia and other respiratory complications. According to Dr. Sergio Alfieri, one of the pontiff’s attending physicians, the 88-year-old leader of the Catholic Church will …
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