# bola oyebamiji (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover bola oyebamiji. Page: Feed: --- ## [BREAKING: NFF President Ibrahim Gusau Resigns as Nigerian Football Faces Leadership Crisis](https://tell.ng/ibrahim-gusau-resigns-nff-nigeria-football-crisis/) _2026-08-27 · Shola Akinyele · TELL Magazine_ TELL Magazine News Follow ( 0 Followers ) X Follow E-mail : \* Follow Unfollow The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has been thrown into a fresh leadership crisis after its president, Ibrahim Musa Gusau, resigned from office alongside members of the federation’s Executive Committee and General Secretary, Dr Mohammed Sanusi. Gusau announced his resignation on Thursday at the \[…\] The post BREAKING:… ## [Nigeria Must Declare War on Poverty](https://tell.ng/nigeria-must-declare-war-on-poverty/) _2026-08-27 · Shola Akinyele · TELL Magazine_ TELL Magazine News Follow ( 0 Followers ) X Follow E-mail : \* Follow Unfollow Poverty in Nigeria is alarmingly high, with some estimates suggesting that over 70% of the population lives below the poverty line. This is unacceptable. Something drastic must be done before it is too late. The economic crisis of 2023 necessitated tough policies such \[…\] The post Nigeria Must Declare War on Poverty… ## [Atlético Madrid confirm Julián Álvarez will NOT join Barcelona](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/atletico-madrid-confirm-julian-alvarez-will-not-join-barcelona/) _2026-08-27 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post Atlético Madrid confirm Julián Álvarez will NOT join Barcelona appeared first on Phenomenal . ​Atlético Madrid have issued an official statement shutting down any possibility of Julián Álvarez joining FC Barcelona this summer. ​Following a Board of Directors meeting, the club unanimously supported the strategy to refuse any negotiations with Barcelona, accusing the Catalan club of failing… ## [Presidency slams Atiku, says he’s “confused”](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/presidency-slams-atiku-says-hes-confused/) _2026-08-27 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ The Presidency has slammed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over what it described as conflicting positions on petrol subsidy, saying the different explanations coming from him and his aides within one week showed a lack of clarity in his policy proposal. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, stated this \[…\] The post Presidency slams Atiku, says he’s… ## [Atiku dares Tinubu govt to prosecute him over alleged $16bn spent on power under Obasanjo](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/atiku-dares-tinubu-govt-to-prosecute-him-over-alleged-16bn-spent-on-power-under-obasanjo/) _2026-08-27 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Atiku Abubakar has challenged the Bola Tinubu administration to investigate and prosecute him if it has evidence linking him to the alleged $16bn spent on the country’s power sector under the Olusegun Obasanjo administration. Atiku, in a statement on Wednesday, issued by his \[…\] The post Atiku dares Tinubu… ## [Education minister says govt to review foreign scholarship schemes](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/education-minister-says-govt-to-review-foreign-scholarship-schemes/) _2026-08-27 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has said the Federal Government is reviewing its foreign scholarship and bilateral education arrangements with other countries. According to him, the government could no longer justify spending scarce public funds to send students abroad to study programmes that are already available in Nigerian universities, polytechnics and colleges of education. \[…\] The… ## [South, Middle Belt leaders vow to resist Nigerian govt’s planned land acquisition for ranching](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/south-middle-belt-leaders-vow-to-resist-nigerian-govts-planned-land-acquisition-for-ranching/) _2026-08-27 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ The Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum (SMBLF) has vowed to resist every attempt to seize community lands under the guise of the new National Livestock Policy introduced by the federal government. The Forum advised government against handing over lands to pastoralists, whom they accused of killing and displacing thousands of farmers in their communities. \[…\] The post South, Middle Belt leaders… ## [HERE WE GO: Liverpool agree deal to sign Bradley Barcola from PSG](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/here-we-go-liverpool-agree-deal-to-sign-bradley-barcola-from-psg/) _2026-08-27 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post HERE WE GO: Liverpool agree deal to sign Bradley Barcola from PSG appeared first on Phenomenal . Liverpool have reached a verbal agreement with Paris Saint-Germain to sign French winger Bradley Barcola. ​The Reds have secured their top target of the summer after breakthrough negotiations with PSG. The deal consists of an initial base fee of £100m, with performance-related add-ons taking… ## [Sani Usman mourns The Eagle Online publisher Dotun Oladipo at 56](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/sani-usman-mourns-the-eagle-online-publisher-dotun-oladipo-at-56/) _2026-08-27 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post Sani Usman mourns The Eagle Online publisher Dotun Oladipo at 56 appeared first on Phenomenal . Retired Brig.-Gen. Sani Usman, former Director of Army Public Relations, has described the late veteran journalist and publisher of The Eagle Online, Dotun Oladipo, as a dependable professional and trusted colleague. Usman, in a condolence message on Wednesday, described Oladipo’s death as a… ## [Oborevwori promises continued development as Delta marks 35th anniversary](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/oborevwori-promises-continued-development-as-delta-marks-35th-anniversary/) _2026-08-27 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post Oborevwori promises continued development as Delta marks 35th anniversary appeared first on Phenomenal . Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta has pledged his administration’s commitment to sustaining growth, development and prosperity for the people of the state. The governor made the pledge on Thursday in a felicitation message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba… ## [Earn crypto for idle GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/nVujiz77VDZD) _2026-08-27 · **Sponsored**_ Run one CLI, host Qwen/Llama/Mistral, and earn BTC, ETH, SOL, or USDC ## [AGN beats PMAN 3-1 to win Mayor’s Unity Cup in Abuja](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/agn-beats-pman-3-1-to-win-mayors-unity-cup-in-abuja/) _2026-08-27 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post AGN beats PMAN 3-1 to win Mayor’s Unity Cup in Abuja appeared first on Phenomenal . The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) defeated the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria (PMAN) 3-1 to win the fifth edition of the Mayor’s Unity Cup in Abuja. The 2026 edition of the annual novelty football match was held on Wednesday as part of activities marking International Actors Day. The match… ## [Firefighters rescue man trapped in well while saving cow in Kano](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/firefighters-rescue-man-trapped-in-well-while-saving-cow-in-kano/) _2026-08-27 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post Firefighters rescue man trapped in well while saving cow in Kano appeared first on Phenomenal . The Kano State Fire Service has rescued a 40-year-old man, Badamasi Ibrahim, who was trapped in an old well while attempting to rescue his cow at Sabon Ruwa in Makoda Local Government Area of the state. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon. According to the service’s Public Relations… ## [Daura Emirate celebrates International Day of Hausa with grand cultural display](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/daura-emirate-celebrates-international-day-of-hausa-with-grand-cultural-display/) _2026-08-27 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post Daura Emirate celebrates International Day of Hausa with grand cultural display appeared first on Phenomenal . The Daura Emirate in Katsina State has concluded a three-day celebration to mark the 2026 International Day of Hausa with cultural displays and a traditional durbar at the Emir’s Palace. The celebration began on Aug. 24 with Jajibirin Sallar Gani, the eve of the traditional… ## [Francis Duru urges KASU theatre students to master characterisation](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/francis-duru-urges-kasu-theatre-students-to-master-characterisation/) _2026-08-27 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post Francis Duru urges KASU theatre students to master characterisation appeared first on Phenomenal . Veteran Nollywood actor, Francis Duru, has urged theatre arts students of Kaduna State University (KASU) to take characterisation seriously in acting. Duru made the call on Wednesday at the 9th Kaduna International Film Festival, held at KASU with the theme, “Cultural Renaissance.” He said… ## [Okoya’s son Siraheem explains why he is quitting music](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/okoyas-son-siraheem-explains-why-he-is-quitting-music/) _2026-08-26 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post Okoya’s son Siraheem explains why he is quitting music appeared first on Phenomenal . Nigerian singer and son of billionaire businessman Rasaq Okoya, has explained the reason he is quitting music. Siraheem on Wednesday announced his exit from the music industry, saying he could no more fulfil the elements and discipline the craft demands. The 23-year-old singer, whose real name is Raheem… ## [Dotun Oladipo’s contributions to political journalism and digital media will not be forgotten – Tinubu](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/dotun-oladipos-contributions-to-political-journalism-and-digital-media-will-not-be-forgotten-tinubu/) _2026-08-26 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post Dotun Oladipo’s contributions to political journalism and digital media will not be forgotten – Tinubu appeared first on Phenomenal . President Bola Tinubu has said that the contributions that the late Mr Dotun Oladipo, former Political Editor of The Punch newspaper and Publisher of The Eagle Online, made to journalism will not be forgotten. Tinubu said this as he mourned Oladipo,… ## [Savannah Energy Grows 7M Revenue to US$160.6m, with 13% Increase in Cash Collections in Nigeria](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/savannah-energy-grows-7m-revenue-to-us160-6m-with-13-increase-in-cash-collections-in-nigeria/) _2026-08-26 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post Savannah Energy Grows 7M Revenue to US$160.6m, with 13% Increase in Cash Collections in Nigeria appeared first on Phenomenal . Savannah Energy PLC, the British independent energy company focused around the delivery of Projects that Matter, has released its operational and financial update on its Nigerian operations and other markets in Africa for the seven months to 31 July 2026,… ## [GOCOP mourns former President Dotun Oladipo](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/gocop-mourns-former-president-dotun-oladipo/) _2026-08-26 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post GOCOP mourns former President Dotun Oladipo appeared first on Phenomenal . The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) has expressed sadness over the death of its former President, Dotun Oladipo, publisher of The Eagle Online. Oladipo died on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at the age of 56. Astatement by GOCOP’s Secretary, Kemi Yesufu, noted he was the guild’s President from 2017 to 2021… ## [Umahi Dresses Down Concessionaire Handling Benin-Asaba Highway – Accuses CEO Of Manipulation and Lacking Technical Know-how in Road Construction](https://tell.ng/umahi-dresses-down-concessionaire-handling-benin-asaba-highway-accuses-ceo-of-manipulation-and-lacking-technical-know-how-in-road-construction/) _2026-08-26 · Shola Akinyele · TELL Magazine_ TELL Magazine News Follow ( 0 Followers ) X Follow E-mail : \* Follow Unfollow It was not a good outing for the chief executive officer of the Benin-Asaba Expressway Concession Company, (BAECC) Samuel Daramola, who was publicly tongue-lashed by the Minister of Works, David Umahi, for poor handling of the deplorable federal highway which had caused untold \[…\] The post Umahi Dresses Down… ## [Delta Creating Enabling Environment to Attract Investors, Jobs — Aniagwu](https://tell.ng/delta-creating-enabling-environment-to-attract-investors-jobs-aniagwu/) _2026-08-26 · Adekunbi Ero · TELL Magazine_ TELL Magazine News Follow ( 0 Followers ) X Follow E-mail : \* Follow Unfollow Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, has said the state government is creating the necessary environment to attract investors, create jobs and improve the living standards of Deltans. Aniagwu spoke on Sunday on Arise News’ The \[…\] The post Delta Creating Enabling… ## [A Friend Gave You $30 (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/6VlYn0a0qGnv) _2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_ Sign up, deposit $5 within 30 days, and start investing with expert guidance. ## [The Psychology of Penalty Shootouts: Why World-Class Athletes Fail Under the Ultimate Pressure](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/the-psychology-of-penalty-shootouts-why-world-class-athletes-fail-under-the-ultimate-pressure/) _2026-08-26 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ There is something almost cruel about the penalty shootout. Ninety minutes, sometimes 120, can be reduced to a walk of a few yards, a ball placed on a spot and a goalkeeper standing between a player and immortality. The goal is 7.32 metres wide and 2.44 metres high. The taker has time to choose a \[…\] The post The Psychology of Penalty Shootouts: Why World-Class Athletes Fail Under the Ultimate… ## [Labour threatens showdown with govt](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/labour-threatens-showdown-with-govt/) _2026-08-26 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ Organised Labour through the Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council (JNPSNC) has threatened a showdown with the Federal Government over the failure to implement an approved occupational hazard allowance for agricultural professionals in the public service, nearly two years after approval. The council, in a fresh letter to the Head of the Civil Service of \[…\] The post Labour threatens… ## [Barcelona have harmed us economically and socially- Atlético Madrid say](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/barcelona-have-harmed-us-economically-and-socially-atletico-madrid-say/) _2026-08-26 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post Barcelona have harmed us economically and socially- Atlético Madrid say appeared first on Phenomenal . Atlético Madrid have slammed Barcelona following Joan Laporta’s recent comments on Julián Álvarez, completely ruling out any chance of selling the Argentine forward to Camp Nou. ​Speaking to Marca, Atlético expressed deep frustration over how Barça have handled the situation, accusing… ## [Army launches skills programme to empower 10,000 youths, widows and orphans in Katsina](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/army-launches-skills-programme-to-empower-10000-youths-widows-and-orphans-in-katsina/) _2026-08-26 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post Army launches skills programme to empower 10,000 youths, widows and orphans in Katsina appeared first on Phenomenal . The Nigerian Army has launched a skills acquisition programme in Katsina aimed at empowering 10,000 widows, orphans and youths to become self-reliant and reduce insecurity. The initiative, launched by the 35 Battalion and sponsored by 17 Brigade, began with the training of… ## [Ogogo: Family, colleagues gather in Ikorodu for 3-Day Fidau prayer](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/ogogo-family-colleagues-gather-in-ikorodu-for-3-day-fidau-prayer/) _2026-08-26 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post Ogogo: Family, colleagues gather in Ikorodu for 3-Day Fidau prayer appeared first on Phenomenal . Oyindamola Ogunbowale The three day Fidau prayer for late veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, is currently underway in Ikorodu, Lagos State. Family members, friends, colleagues and well-wishers have gathered to pray for the repose of the late actor’s soul and offer… ## [OAUSTECH ASUU vows to continue strike until demands are met](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/oaustech-asuu-vows-to-continue-strike-until-demands-are-met/) _2026-08-26 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post OAUSTECH ASUU vows to continue strike until demands are met appeared first on Phenomenal . The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH), Okitipupa Branch, says it will not suspend its ongoing strike until all its demands are fully implemented. The ASUU Chairman, Dr Oluwatoyin Ogunbamike, stated this on Wednesday in… ## [Dangote takes shipping into its own hands with new fleet](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/dangote-takes-shipping-into-its-own-hands-with-new-fleet/) _2026-08-26 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post Dangote takes shipping into its own hands with new fleet appeared first on Phenomenal . Suara Sherif Dangote Industries is set to acquire its own vessels to transport products from Nigeria to markets across West and Central Africa, as limited shipping capacity and rising road transport costs continue to constrain the group’s regional expansion. The move is expected to give the… ## [OUTRAGE TO APOLOGY: DJ Chicken Sparks Backlash Over Remarks on Late Actor Ogogo”](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/outrage-to-apology-dj-chicken-sparks-backlash-over-remarks-on-late-actor-ogogo/) _2026-08-26 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post OUTRAGE TO APOLOGY: DJ Chicken Sparks Backlash Over Remarks on Late Actor Ogogo” appeared first on Phenomenal . OUTRAGE TO APOLOGY: DJ Chicken Sparks Backlash Over Remarks on Late Actor Ogogo” Controversial internet personality and disk jockey, DJ Chicken (Ademola Abiodun), triggered widespread outrage across social media platforms following insensitive remarks directed at the late… ## [Hausa Day: Tinubu hails Hausa people as pillars of Nigeria’s unity, progress](https://newcitizen.ng/36635-2/) _2026-08-26 · FATI ABDUL · New Citizen_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described the Hausa people as “great pillars” who play a vital role in the unity and progress of Nigeria. Tinubu stated this on Wednesday in a message posted on his verified X handle to commemorate the annual Hausa Day, which is being celebrated at the historic Daura Palace in Katsina \[…\] ## [Alvarez Transfer:More intrigue between Barca and Atlético de Madrid](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/alvarez-transfermore-intrigue-between-barca-and-atletico-de-madrid/) _2026-08-26 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post Alvarez Transfer:More intrigue between Barca and Atlético de Madrid appeared first on Phenomenal . Things are getting trickier between Barcelona and Atlético Madrid over Julián Álvarez. ​Barcelona president Joan Laporta publicly reaffirmed the club’s strong intention to sign the Argentine striker, confirming their official proposal remains valid through the final moments of the transfer… ## [Meet Claude, the AI assistant (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ywIEKAk1rpWf) _2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_ Conversational AI to answer questions, brainstorm ideas, and help with tasks. ## [After the farewell: Ogogo’s family unveils remaining burial programmes](https://phenomenal.com.ng/2026/08/after-the-farewell-ogogos-family-unveils-remaining-burial-programmes/) _2026-08-26 · Phenomenal · Phenomenal_ The post After the farewell: Ogogo’s family unveils remaining burial programmes appeared first on Phenomenal . Oyindamola Ogunbowale The family of veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has announced two more programmes to complete his burial rites, two days after he was laid to rest in Ilaro, Ogun State. Veteran actor Jide Kosoko, speaking on behalf of the family on Wednesday,… ## [Edo Ex-Speaker Agbebaku’s Controversial Ouster: From Resignation to Impeachment](https://tell.ng/edo-ex-speaker-agbebakus-controversial-ouster-from-resignation-to-impeachment/) _2026-08-26 · Adekunbi Ero · TELL Magazine_ TELL Magazine News Follow ( 0 Followers ) X Follow E-mail : \* Follow Unfollow Did the immediate past Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly Blessing Agbebaku, resign his position last Monday or was he impeached by his colleagues? This is the controversy trailing the Monday August 24, 2026, declaration by the House that Agbabaku had \[…\] The post Edo Ex-Speaker Agbebaku’s Controversial Ouster:… ## [Student bags 10yrs jail term for stabbing friend to death over fake Rolex watch](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/student-bags-10yrs-jail-term-for-stabbing-friend-to-death-over-fake-rolex-watch/) _2026-08-26 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ A student who stabbed his former friend through the heart after an argument about a fake Rolex watch has been sentenced to 10 years’ imprisonment. Sky News reports that jury at Leicester Crown Court found Harper Dennis, 19, not guilty of murder, but guilty of manslaughter, having an offensive weapon and failing to provide the \[…\] The post Student bags 10yrs jail term for stabbing friend to death… ## [Police burst baby factory in Ogun](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/police-burst-baby-factory-in-ogun/) _2026-08-26 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have uncovered what they say was a ‘baby factory’ syndicate at Abaren Village, Mowe area of the state. The operation resulted in the rescue of two heavily pregnant women and four children, as well as the arrest of six suspects: Florence Ogbona ‘f’ (58), Magdalene Julius ‘f’ (63), \[…\] The post Police burst baby factory in Ogun appeared first on Latest… ## [Tinubu orders redesign, reconstruction of Benin bypass, other roads](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/tinubu-orders-redesign-reconstruction-of-benin-bypass-other-roads/) _2026-08-26 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ Following public outcry over the state of the Benin-Agbor-Asaba road where travellers are stranded for days, President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday ordered for redesign and total reconstruction of the road and other major federal highways across Edo State and adjoining corridors to ease the suffering of travellers, and reduce hardships on these roads. As part \[…\] The post Tinubu orders redesign,… ## [Trump lowers US flag for one week to mourn country music icon, Dolly Parton](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/trump-lowers-us-flag-for-one-week-to-mourn-country-music-icon-dolly-parton/) _2026-08-26 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, according to multiple reports, including The Independent, The Guardian and Sky News. Parton’s death was reportedly announced by her nephew, Bryan Seaver, on Instagram on Tuesday. “I have imagined the heaviness of this moment but haven’t truly felt it until now. “It is \[…\] The post Trump lowers US flag for one week to mourn country music… ## [Edo Bad Roads: Incessant Rains Stalling Repairs, Says Afegbua as Govt Appeals for Commuters’ Patience, Understanding](https://tell.ng/edo-bad-roads-incessant-rains-stalling-repairs-says-afegbua-as-govt-appeals-for-commuters-patience-understanding/) _2026-08-26 · Adekunbi Ero · TELL Magazine_ TELL Magazine News Follow ( 0 Followers ) X Follow E-mail : \* Follow Unfollow Following severe knocks over the deplorable condition of roads in Edo State, particularly interstate link roads, the state government, on Monday, craved the understanding and patience of the people, especially commuters, in fixing the roads blaming the delay on incessant rainfall. In a \[…\] The post Edo Bad Roads:… ## [2027: Matawalle targets 20 million votes for Tinubu](https://newcitizen.ng/36628-2/) _2026-08-25 · ALI KANO · New Citizen_ Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has pledged to mobilise 20 million votes for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election through his Tinubu Again Movement. Matawalle made the pledge on Tuesday in Abuja after returning to Nigeria from a foreign trip, where he was received by supporters of the All Progressives \[…\] ## [Afreximbank unveils jury for 2026 CANEX Prize for Publishing](https://newcitizen.ng/36621-2/) _2026-08-25 · ALI KANO · New Citizen_ The CANEX Book Factory, a publishing incubator under the Creative African Nexus (CANEX) Programme of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), has unveiled a three-member jury for the 2026 CANEX Prize for Publishing. The announcement comes ahead of the 2026 edition of CANEX WKND, scheduled to hold from November 5 to 8 in Lagos, Nigeria. The \[…\] ## [Dolly Parton, queen of country music, dies at 80](https://newcitizen.ng/36614-2/) _2026-08-25 · Reuters · New Citizen_ Dolly Parton was around six when she wrote her first song: “Little Tiny Tasseltop,” an ode to her corncob doll with corn-silk hair. Her mother stored it preciously in a shoebox. “I loved that little doll,” Parton wrote decades later. “I expressed myself and my feelings through writing – I’m sure what I was thinking \[…\] ## [When Rains Betray the Farmer: Planters share experiences at UAES, CJID climate change forum](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/when-rains-betray-the-farmer-planters-share-experiences-at-uaes-cjid-climate-change-forum/) _2026-08-25 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ When Mrs. Akpelu Celin cultivated cassava in the current planting season, she looked forward to months of hard work ending in a rewarding harvest. Like many farmers in the host communities of the University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (UAES), Umuagwo, Imo State, she had invested her savings in land preparation, labour and planting materials, \[…\] The post When Rains Betray the Farmer:… ## [SDP presidential candidate, Adebayo, advocates for FG, state and LG police system](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/sdp-presidential-candidate-adebayo-advocates-for-fg-state-and-lg-police-system/) _2026-08-25 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ Adewale Adebayo, presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party has made a case for decentralised policing, arguing that Nigeria’s federal structure should allow the Federal Government, states and local governments to establish their own police forces. He spoke at the 66th Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) held in Port Harcourt, Rivers \[…\] The post SDP… ## [Crude-for-product swap is biggest scam by Nigerian govt -Donald Duke](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/crude-for-product-swap-is-biggest-scam-by-nigerian-govt-donald-duke/) _2026-08-25 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ Donald Duke, a former governor of Rivers State, and presidential candidate of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP) for the 2027 elections has described the crude oil for product swap policy as “the biggest scam that has been perpetrated in this country” Duke spoke at the 66th Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NB) \[…\] The post Crude-for-product swap is biggest scam by… ## [Sowore challenges Obi, Amaechi to show achievements as governors](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/sowore-challenges-obi-amaechi-to-show-achievements-as-governors/) _2026-08-25 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ Presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) Omoyele has criticised the records of former political officeholders, including Rotimi Amaechi and Peter Obi, challenging them to account for their performance while in government. He spoke on Monday at a conference for presidential candidates in a debate themed, “Beyond Limits: Redefining the Practice of Law,” The \[…\] The post Sowore… ## [US forces train Nigeria troops in use of unmanned aircraft, others](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/us-forces-train-nigeria-troops-in-use-of-unmanned-aircraft-others/) _2026-08-25 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ United States forces have commenced training for Nigerian troops in unmanned aircraft systems, combat casualty care and other military skills as part of efforts to strengthen security cooperation between both countries. The training was conducted at an operating location in Bauchi State and formed part of a broader US-Nigeria security cooperation mission aimed at enhancing \[…\] The post US forces… ## [Jonathan laments poor ranking of African universities, says it’s “terribly bad”](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/jonathan-laments-poor-ranking-of-african-universities-says-its-terribly-bad/) _2026-08-25 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ Former President Goodluck Jonathan has described as “terribly bad”, a situation where no African university was among the world’s top 100, while only the University of Cape Town featured among the top 200. He stated that the situation was a major setback to the continent’s technological and industrial development. Jonathan spoke on Monday in Abuja \[…\] The post Jonathan laments poor ranking of… ## [NNPC, partners sign deal on Bonga South-West Aparo Project projected to attract $21bn investment](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/nnpc-partners-sign-deal-on-bonga-south-west-aparo-project-projected-to-attract-21bn-investment/) _2026-08-25 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and its partners have signed agreements on the proposed Bonga Southwest/Aparo project, estimated to attract up to $21bn in investment. The project, located in Oil Mining Lease 118, is expected to become one of Nigeria’s biggest new deepwater developments, with a projected peak production of about 175,000 barrels \[…\] The post NNPC, partners… ## [Amusan, Ajayi lead Team Nigeria to maiden World Ultimate Championship](https://www.ripplesnigeria.com/amusan-ajayi-lead-team-nigeria-to-maiden-world-ultimate-championship/) _2026-08-25 · Ripples Nigeria · Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria_ Tobi Amusan, Kayinsola Ajayi and Nathaniel Ezekiel are to lead Nigeria’s contingent to the maiden edition of the World Athletics Ultimate Championship, slated to hold at the National Athletics Centre in Budapest, Hungary this September. The three-day championship will feature Olympic champions, World champions, Diamond League winners and leading performers of the 2026 season in \[…\] The post… ## [Kwankwaso questions APC Campaign Council, calls for new direction](https://newcitizen.ng/36609-2/) _2026-08-25 · ALI KANO · New Citizen_ Former Kano State governor and presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Dr Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has criticised the recently constituted All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council, describing its composition as a continuation of the current administration. Kwankwaso, in a statement, said the council, which comprises several political actors associated with… ## [FG releases 2026/2027 admission list for Federal Unity Colleges](https://newcitizen.ng/36599-2/) _2026-08-24 · IRO MAMMAN · New Citizen_ The Federal Government has announced the release of the admission list for successful candidates offered admission into Junior Secondary School One (JSS1) of Federal Unity Colleges for the 2026/2027 academic session. The Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, who approved the release, said the development was part of the Federal Government’s commitment to ensuring \[…\]