Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has made a bold decision ahead of today’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clash against Rwanda, leaving out long-time captain William Troost-Ekong from the starting lineup. The veteran defender, who has been a mainstay in the Super Eagles’ backline for over a decade, will make way for promising youngster Benjamin Fredrick. The 19-year-old has been impressed by recent friendlies in London and Moscow and will partner Fulham’s Calvin Bassey in central defence at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. Troost-Ekong’s omission may not be unconnected to his costly error that gifted Zimbabwe a late…
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The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has been warned against plunging the country into crisis with threats of a nationwide strike. Naija News reports that Nigeria may be heading into another round of fuel scarcity across the nation as a brewing confrontation between the NUPENG and the Dangote Refinery threatens to disrupt petroleum product distribution nationwide. Recall that NUPENG directed its Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) branch to stop loading petroleum products from Dangote depots starting Monday, September 8. At the centre of the dispute is Dangote Refinery’s reported insistence that drivers recruited for its 10,000 compressed natural…
Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has announced a temporary break from public engagements for a few days after doctors advised him to take medical rest. In a statement on Saturday, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) disclosed that he began to feel unwell while attending a tourism programme in Enugu. Peter Obi said after undergoing medical checks, he was prescribed medication and told to take one or two days off his usually packed schedule. He said: “As advised by my doctor, I will not be able to meet up with all my scheduled engagements within and outside the…
Former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has asserted that the people of the South-East are lagging behind the rest of Nigeria regarding the voter registration exercise. Naija News reports that El-Rufai stated this on Saturday at an event in Imo State. El-Rufai, a former Minister of the Federal, appealed to Igbo mothers and daughters to take voter registration seriously, stressing that leaders are not selected or appointed. He said, “Because the governance of our country today is democratic, we elect our leaders we don’t select them, we don’t appoint them. So Voting is important. Registering to vote is a…
Well-seasoned song composer and entertainer Tolibian, a Nigerian music phenomenon with exceptional skill, makes his debut with the fascinating single “Latansa.” It is also a follow-up to his previously released song “Oblee,” which is a genius work. Ultimately, this engaging tune is a work of art that, if you value quality music, will wind up on your playlist. Listen and share your thoughts below! DOWNLOAD MP3 The post Tolibian – Latansa appeared first on Val9ja.
Barcelona could cut short Marcus Rashford’s loan spell from Manchester United just weeks after his high-profile move to Spain, according to El Nacional. Rashford joined the LaLiga champions in July after being frozen out at Old Trafford, where he was excluded from first-team training alongside Jadon Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho, Antony and Tyrell Malacia. But Rashford’s time in Spain has been far from smooth. Reports suggest the 27-year-old England international is struggling to settle, with Barca’s hierarchy considering cancelling the deal due to concerns over his performances. Rashford has featured in the club’s opening three league fixtures but has yet to…
Amazing, award-winning, and well-known Canadian musician, songwriter, composer, and singer Justin Bieber just dropped the seductive song “I Think You’re Special.” To spice it up, Tems, the award-winning legend and powerhouse Nigerian female music sensation, also contributed her steadfast vocal skills to this resounding song. The aforementioned record is also included in his most recent extended playlist, “Swag II (Album).” In the end, if you enjoy good music, you should add the aforementioned album to your playlist. Listen and share your thoughts below! DOWNLOAD MP3 The post Justin Bieber – I Think You’re Special Ft. Tems appeared first on Val9ja.
House of Representatives member representing Kiru/Bebeji constituency, Abdulmumin Jibrin Kofa, has been expelled from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). Naija News reports that this comes barely 24 hours after the member said it should not come as a surprise if he dumps the NNPP and returns to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The lawmaker also said he is old enough to take a stand independently on what is best for him politically. The Chairman of NNPP in Kano State, Hashim Sulaiman Dungurawa, while briefing journalists on Saturday, accused Jubrin of engaging in anti-party activities and failing to meet his…
A former Peoples Democratic Party’s House of Representatives candidate for Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency in the 2023 elections, Usman Okai-Austin, has claimed that northern leaders are not genuinely representing the people’s interests. Speaking in an interview with the Daily Post, he lamented that northern stakeholders are using the region’s name to advance their personal political interests rather than genuinely representing its people. According to him, people are hiding behind the name of the North to push their own agenda. He argued that the perceived division in northern Nigeria over political matters, including the 2027 presidential race, is largely overstated. “The North…
France captain, Kylian Mbappe, has described it as “crazy” to have matched Thierry Henry’s international goal tally at just 26 years old. Mbappe netted a stunning solo strike in the 82nd minute of France’s 2-0 World Cup qualifying win over Ukraine on Friday, taking his tally to 51 goals for Les Bleus, the same number Henry scored in his glittering international career. “Big up to Titi [Henry], but now I want to surpass him,” Mbappe said after the game. “It’s an honour to equal a player like Henry. Everyone knows what he means to us French people, especially strikers. He’s…
