According to the organisers, the latest edition will combine football viewing with music and light entertainment. The post Goldberg unveils Small Doctor, Shoday for AFCON third-place fan event in Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Speaking about her aspirations, the viral TikTok sensation expressed admiration for both musicians, noting their global appeal and artistry. “In the UK, it would definitely be Ed Sheeran. In Nigeria, I’d probably say Davido because I love Davido,” she said.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has commended the introduction of Ghana’s Domestic Gold Purchasing Programme (DGPP), citing its positive impact on economic stability during a period of severe financial distress.

Nigeria suffered a disappointing 4–2 penalty shootout loss to hosts Morocco after a 0–0 draw, while Egypt were beaten 1–0 by Senegal. The post AFCON ’25: Egypt vs Nigeria – Preview, time and where to watch appeared first on Vanguard News.

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An Ijaw group and grassroots-based organisation, POLIVOX, on Friday, called on the Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, to consider appointing Dr. Famous Sayerigha Eseduwo as Deputy Governor. POLIVOX noted that Eseduwo’s background and track record in public service The post Ijaw group urges Diri to consider Eseduwo as Bayelsa deputy gov appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

CAF has also selected an Algerian, Lahlou Benbraham, to oversee the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system for the fixture. The post AFCON 2025: CAF names Moroccan referee for Egypt, Nigeria third-place clash appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Confederation of African Football, CAF, on Friday confirmed the referees for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations third-place playoff between Nigeria and Egypt on Saturday. Jalal Jayed has been appointed to be the centre referee for the game. Jayed will be assisted by Zakaria Brinsi, Akarkad Mostafa and Hassani Khalil. The fourth official for […] AFCON 2025: CAF confirms referees for Nigeria vs Egypt third-place playoff

Ike City Group of Companies has extended vital support to Dzorwulu Special School, reinforcing the idea that corporate success is best measured by impact, not profit alone.

Nigerian music star Burna Boy thrilled fans in Rabat as he headlined AFCON concert with Stormzy and others after Nigeria's semifinal exit to Morocco.

Former Anambra State governor and Opposition leader, Peter Obi, has described the $9 million spent on foreign lobbyists by the federal government as evidence of what he called the “disgraceful state of Nigeria,” accusing the country’s leaders of prioritising waste, propaganda and corruption over genuine development needs. In a statement posted on his verified X […]

Grief was noted in Oyingbo area of Lagos State on Friday, January 16, as fire gutted a building. Legit.ng gathered that the inferno killed a 103-year-old woman.

The integration of advertising has been a key question for generative AI chatbots, with companies largely reluctant to interrupt the user experience with ads. The post OpenAI introducing ads to ChatGPT appeared first on Vanguard News.

The governor also said the state would put up a sustained joint security effort for the people of the community. The post Oloka Killings: Makinde Visits Old Oyo National Park, Compensates Victims’ Families appeared first on Channels Television.

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo dismisses Special Adviser Aigbogun Collins amid police custody, appointing Christopher Udobor Iyase to replace him.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met with the Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday as both countries renewed ties amid changing global economy and international security challenges. Carney and Xi jointly announced a new Canada-China strategic partnership grounded in five pillars – energy, economic and trade cooperation, public safety and security, multilateralism, and culture. ​ […] Carney, Xi announce new Canada-China partnership on trade, others

 Chief (Barrister) Success Obioma Akagburuonye A stalwart of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State, and estate mogul, Chief (Barrister) Success Obioma Akagburuonye, has charged politicians and businessmen to… The post IMO APC Stalwart, Akagburuonye Escapes Assassination, Charges Politicians, Businessmen To Respect Agreements, Human Lives appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A new study in the UK has found that diesel cars with exhaust pipes on the left side produce much more air pollution near pavements than cars with exhausts on the right.

A Nigerian lady shared how her pastor was humbled after he came to the UK in search of a job. She mentioned the kind of job her past did in the UK, and many reacted.

Promise Awosanmi has been named as the Shooting Stars Player of the Month for December. Awosanmi has been impressive for the Oluyole Warriors this season. He helped the Nurudeen Aweroro’s side record three wins and two defeats in the month. Awosanmi grabbed the winning goal in Shooting Stars’ 2-1 win over Niger Tornadoes in a […] NPFL: Awosanmi, Ayodele win Shooting Stars’ December POTM, GOTM

Workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) under the auspices of the Joint Union Action Congress (JUAC) have declared an indefinite strike action, commencing from Monday, January 19, 2026, over unpaid promotion arrears, poor working conditions, lack of training, and other entitlements. FCT JUAC President, Comrade Rifkatu Iortyer, during a press briefing on Friday […]

Rivers United goalkeeper, Osagie Onisodumeya, has expressed confidence that the team can secure a positive result in their next CAF Champions League encounter in Zambia. The Pride of Rivers will be up against Power Dynamos in a matchday three fixture at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola next Saturday. The return is billed for the […] CAFCL: Rivers United will beat Power Dynamos in Zambia – Onisodumeya

As a concerned patriot within the Damongo Constituency and a committed member of the New Patriotic Party, I find it necessary to firmly respond to the misleading and contradictory statements being peddled by Dr Bryan Acheampong in the ongoing presidential contest.

The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Morocco 2025, has set a new scoring benchmark after recording 120 goals ahead of Sunday’s final. The post AFCON 2025 breaks scoring record with 120 goals ahead of final appeared first on Vanguard News.

Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo has been awarded Governor of the Year by New Telegraph Newspapers. The award is in recognition of the giant strides his administration has made in the The post Okpebholo named Governor of the year in education appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

He said LASEMA’s Response Team arrived at the scene by 12:13 p.m. and found a residential bungalow with two attached shops already engulfed in flames.

A Lagos father, Samuel Alozie, is seeking justice after his nine-month-old identical twin sons, Testimony and Timothy, allegedly died 24 hours after receiving routine immunisation at a primary health care centre in Lagos. Alozie, who shared a heartbreaking video on TikTok showing the twins’ remains in body bags, has sparked widespread outrage. According to Alozie, […] Man seeks justice as nine-month-old Lagos twins allegedly die after immunisation

Several fully funded scholarship opportunities are available for Nigerian students in 2026, covering undergraduates, masters, doctoral, and postdoctoral studies across multiple regions. These scholarships are designed to reduce financial barriers The post FULL LIST: Fully funded scholarships for Nigerian students in 2026 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived Conakry, the Guinean capital, to represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the inauguration of President-elect Mamady Doumbouya. According to a statement by Senior Special The post Shettima arrives Guinea for Doumbouya’s inauguration appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Under the revised approach, the NBS linked the old CPI series to a rebased and reweighted index using the full year of 2024 as the reference period. The post IMF welcomes Nigeria’s December inflation easing, backs new CPI methodology appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has launched the construction of a drainage canal in the Wurukum area of Makurdi to address the perennial flooding challenges in the state capital. The groundbreaking ceremony took place on Thursday in Wurukum, Makurdi. The project involves the construction of a drainage canal stretching from the Wurukum Market […] Gov Alia launches canal construction to combat flooding in Benue

Manchester United has opted to bring back young goalkeeper Elyh Harrison from his loan stint at Shrewsbury Town in League Two. The Red Devils disclosed this in a post via their website ahead of their Premier League tie with Manchester City on Saturday afternoon. During his time at Shrewsbury,  Harrison made a notable impact, including […] EPL: Man Utd recall Harrison from loan

Daddy Freeze made the claim on Friday, January 16, 2026, revealing that he had personally seen one of the DNA test results conducted in the highly publicised case.

He said the inauguration of President Doumbouya follows his victory in the December 2025 general elections, signalling the formal end of a four-year military transition. The post Shettima arrives Guinea for President Doumbouya’s inauguration appeared first on Vanguard News.

In a remarkable move of commitment to the delivery of education services and community development in Yobe State, the Damuli Investment Nigeria (DMIN) firm is to invest over N90 million into the education sector. The firm led by Alhaji Liman The post Damuli boosts Yobe’s education service delivery with N90m investment appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Recall that Davido recently stated that multiple DNA tests conducted on Anu showed that she is not his biological daughter. The singer also claimed he had never met Anu’s mother, describing her in unflattering terms while responding to Anu’s open letter requesting a DNA test.