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29/10/2025

Italy Crushes Nigeria 4-0 to End Flamingos’ U-17 World Cup Dream

Nigeria’s Flamingos crashed out of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup on Tuesday, suffering a humiliating 4-0 defeat to Italy in the Round of 16 at the Mohammed VI Football Academy.

The Azzurrine dominated from the start, breaking the deadlock in the 45th minute through Anna Copelli’s clinical finish just before halftime.

Italy doubled their advantage early in the second half when Caterina Venturelli struck in the 58th minute. Giulia Robino piled on the misery five minutes later with a 63rd-minute goal that effectively ended Nigeria’s hopes.

Rachele Giudici sealed the rout in stoppage time, scoring in the 92nd minute to complete a comprehensive victory.

The heavy loss ends Nigeria’s campaign in the knockout stage, as Italy advances to the quarterfinals.

29/10/2025

Drama at Ex-Deputy Governors’ Forum as Shaibu, Omobayo Clash Over Edo Representation

Mild chaos erupted at the fourth annual national conference of the Former Deputy Governors’ Forum on Tuesday when reinstated Edo Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu publicly challenged the introduction of his successor, Omobayo Godwins, as the state’s representative.

The tension flared after Omobayo was announced as Edo’s former deputy governor, prompting Shaibu to interrupt and object, insisting the office was never vacant.

Speaking afterward, Shaibu branded the introduction “improper,” arguing Omobayo was “brought in through the backdoor” and never elected. He cited a recent court judgment declaring his April 2024 impeachment illegal and reinstating him.

Omobayo, who replaced Shaibu following the impeachment, described the incident as “almost a national disgrace” and said he had tried to remain calm. “I never made myself deputy governor,” he stated.

The clash briefly disrupted proceedings at the Abuja event, highlighting the ongoing legal and political dispute over the Edo deputy governorship.

29/10/2025

BREAKING: The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has directed banks, stockbrokers, and other financial institutions to begin deducting a 10% withholding tax on interest earned from short-term securities

29/10/2025

Abia APC Rejects Claims of Court Order Against Minister Onyejeocha, Calls It 2027 Election Ploy

The Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed media reports alleging that a Federal High Court ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to investigate or prosecute Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, for alleged election forgery.

Party Legal Adviser Vigilus Nwankwo described the reports as “politically motivated” fabrications designed to undermine Onyejeocha’s rising profile ahead of the 2027 elections.

In an interview, Nwankwo clarified that the Abuja Federal High Court, in a September 23 ruling by Justice M.G. Umar, only granted Rep. Amobi Godwin Ogah leave to apply for an order of mandamus—not a substantive directive compelling INEC action.

“The court is yet to make any order compelling INEC,” Nwankwo stressed. “What was granted was only an order of leave... He is yet to apply for that order, so it has not been granted.”

He labeled the suit a pre-emptive strike against Onyejeocha, whom he called “the face of the APC in Abia” with strong grassroots backing. “All this tango is coming because of the future elections in 2027,” he added.

Nwankwo argued the case is barred by issue estoppel, as the underlying forgery claims were addressed during 2023 post-election litigation. Both the Election Petition Tribunal and Court of Appeal found no evidence against Onyejeocha; the appellate court voided her victory solely on technical grounds—failure to present polling agents as witnesses.

Onyejeocha, responding through the APC, said she remains focused on delivering President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and will not be distracted by “politically motivated claims.”

Earlier reports had claimed Justice Umar granted Ogah leave to force INEC to probe Onyejeocha for allegedly forging results in 62 polling units during the 2023 Isikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency election, which she initially won before the Court of Appeal nullified it.

28/10/2025

UNILAG Bans Unauthorized Skit-Making, Video Recording on Campus and Hostels

The University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka, has imposed a strict ban on skit-making, content creation, and all video recording activities within its campus and hostels without prior approval, effective immediately.

The directive, issued in a statement signed by Head of Communication Mrs. Adejoke Alaga-Ibraheem, cited the unchecked use of university facilities for unauthorized film shoots, comedy skits, vox pops, and other productions as the reason for the clampdown.

“The attention of the University Management has been drawn to the rising use of the University premises, including hostels and other facilities, for shooting of films, videos, skits, and similar cinematographic activities without proper authorisation,” the statement read.

UNILAG said the policy is intended to protect its institutional image, uphold academic decorum, and prevent misrepresentation in online or public content.

All students, staff, and external parties must now obtain formal permission from the university’s Communication Unit before conducting any recording or production on campus.

While recognizing the value of creative expression, the institution stressed that such activities must follow established protocols to ensure order and safety.

The university urged full compliance from the community and the public “in the interest of order, safety, and collective responsibility.”

28/10/2025

Senate President Blames Women Voters for Low Female Representation in Nigerian Politics

Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Tuesday said Nigerian women’s lack of support for female candidates is the primary reason for their poor electoral performance, as he hosted a European Union parliamentary delegation at the National Assembly.

Speaking to the EU Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee, led by Chairman David McAllister, Akpabio stated: “Women often vote for male candidates, making it difficult for female candidates to win elections.”

The former Akwa Ibom governor highlighted the stark gender gap in Nigeria’s legislature, where women make up nearly half the electorate but hold just four of 109 Senate seats and 17 of 360 House of Representatives seats—figures that have stagnated for over two decades and rank among Africa’s lowest.

Akpabio revealed that the National Assembly is exploring constitutional amendments and other “innovative solutions” to boost women’s political participation, with backing from groups like the Black Women’s Forum.

McAllister, accompanied by EU Ambassador Greta Mylott, described the visit as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria-EU ties and gain deeper insight into West Africa’s challenges. “The EU is committed to supporting Nigeria’s development efforts,” he said, emphasizing cooperation on terrorism, climate change, and economic stability.

The delegation’s trip includes stops in Ghana and precedes the International Islamic Conference on Security and Governance in West Africa and the Sahel, set for November 4 at the ECOWAS Commission in Abuja.

Akpabio welcomed the renewed partnership, pledging Nigeria’s readiness to collaborate on security, trade, and governance. “Nigeria is committed to strengthening ties with the EU,” he affirmed.

28/10/2025

BREAKING: A High Court in Lagos State has ordered MultiChoice Nigeria Limited to pay N5 million in general damages to a subscriber for the wrongful and willful disconnection of his cable TV service.

The case, LD/ADR/2297/2019, was filed in 2019 by Ben Onuora, the Obi of Okwudor in Imo State, who sought N20 million in general damages.

28/10/2025

JUST IN: Anambra State has emerged as the best-performing state in Nigeria’s 2025 Fiscal Performance Ranking, according to BudgIT’s State of States Report, released on Tuesday.

Lagos, Kwara, Abia, and Edo followed in the top five, while Cross River suffered a major decline, dropping from fifth in 2024 to 30th in 2025.

28/10/2025

BREAKING: The House of Representatives today resolved to set up a Special Committee to investigate financial grants advanced to the Nigerian Football Federation and the Confederation of African Football, totalling $25m.

28/10/2025

Nigeria House of Representatives raise the alarm over terrorists’ threat to bomb National Assembly complex

28/10/2025

Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka's US Visa Revoked, Entry Barred Indefinitely

Nobel Prize-winning author Professor Wole Soyinka announced on Tuesday that the United States has revoked his B1/B2 nonimmigrant visa, effectively barring him from entering the country.

Speaking at a media briefing held at Kongi’s Harvest Gallery in Freedom Park, Lagos Island, Soyinka said he was notifying the public to prevent inconvenience for those expecting him at events in the US.

“It is necessary for me to hold this conference so that people in the United States who are expecting me for this event or that event do not waste their time. I have no visa; I am banned, obviously, from the United States. And if you want to see me, you know where to find me,” he told journalists.

The 91-year-old playwright expressed bewilderment over the decision, stating he has no criminal record or history of misconduct that could justify the revocation.

“I’m still looking into my past history… I don’t have any past criminal record or even a felony or misdemeanour to qualify for the revocation,” Soyinka said. “Have I ever misbehaved toward the United States of America? Have I been convicted? Have I gone against the law anywhere?”

Soyinka displayed a letter dated October 23, 2025, from the US Consulate General in Lagos, which formally notified him of the revocation.

“This letter serves as official notification by the United States Consulate General in Lagos that the nonimmigrant visa listed below has been revoked pursuant to the authority contained in U.S. Department of State regulations,” the document read. It was issued by the Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) Section.

The reason for the revocation remains undisclosed.

The development follows a broader US policy shift to restrict migrant inflows, though no direct link to Soyinka’s case has been established.

In September, Soyinka had publicly declined an invitation from the US Consulate for a visa re-interview scheduled for September 11, 2025. The consulate had issued similar requests to other Nigerian holders of B1/B2 visas—used for business or tourism travel.

At the time, Soyinka described the initial letter as suspicious, initially suspecting it to be a scam or AI-generated fraud.

“I thought it came from scammers who prey on those eager to get visas elsewhere… I even thought that maybe AI had been generating generic letters,” he told *PM News* in an earlier interview.

Soyinka emphasized that his relationship with US diplomatic officials has always been courteous.

Authorities have not commented on the revocation. The Nobel Laureate says he is still seeking clarity on the matter.

28/10/2025

JUST IN: The Nigerian Police Force has revealed plans to deploy 45,000 officers across Anambra State in preparation for the governorship election slated for November 8, 2025, as security agencies step up measures to ensure a peaceful poll.

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