(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has said it is an independent political party and does not belong to any individual. The party’s spokesperson, Bolaji Abdullahi, made this known during an appearance on Politics Today on Channels Television on Friday. He dismissed claims that the ADC is being used to support the presidential […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Nigeria’s Super Eagles defeated Egypt 4–2 on penalties on Saturday to win the third-place match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Casablanca. The game ended 0–0 after 90 minutes and was decided by a penalty shootout. Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali was the hero for Nigeria, saving two penalties from Mohamed Salah […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The spokesperson of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Bolaji Abdullahi, has said the party does not belong to any individual and that no one has been promised its presidential ticket. Abdullahi spoke on Friday during an interview on Politics Today on Channels Television. He dismissed rumours that the ADC was being positioned […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has described Calvin Bassey as the best centre-back at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Bassey featured in all of Nigeria’s matches at the tournament in Morocco and has been one of the team’s standout performers. The 26-year-old has led the Super Eagles’ defence, which […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has called on state governments to stop negotiating with bandits, saying such actions undermine military operations. Musa made the call during an interview with BBC Hausa, where he said bandits cannot be trusted and often break agreements reached with them. According to him, negotiating with bandits […]
(AFRICAN EXAmINER) – Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has urged the people of the South-East to move beyond the Nigerian Civil War and redirect their energy toward national participation and development, stressing that the conflict ended 56 years ago. Soludo made the call on Thursday at the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day wreath-laying and […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Chairman of the Unified Supporters Club of Nigeria, Vincent Okumagba, has alleged that Nigerian fans were subjected to harassment and poor treatment by Moroccan police during Wednesday night’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final between Nigeria and host nation Morocco in Rabat. The Super Eagles were eliminated after losing 4–2 on […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu, has said the party has the capacity to defeat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election if it builds a strong coalition of influential political figures. Momodu stated this on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television’s Morning Brief, where he […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Federal Government has commended the Super Eagles for their performance and resilience at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), despite their semi-final defeat to hosts Morocco. The Atlas Lions edged Nigeria 4–2 on penalties on Wednesday in Rabat to secure a place in the final, ending the Super Eagles’ quest […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Senegal have reached the final of this tournament for the fourth time, seeking their second title. They broke through in 2021, beating Egypt on penalties. That came after losses to Cameroon and Algeria in 2002 and 2019, respectively. Sadio Mane has always thrived on the big stage at AFCON. He has been […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday said Nigeria will co-host Investopia with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Lagos in February, an initiative aimed at attracting global investors and accelerating sustainable investment inflows. Special Adviser to the President, Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, in a press release said Tinubu disclosed this at […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Laryea to officiate the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final match between Nigeria and Morocco. CAF released the list of match officials on Tuesday. The Super Eagles will face Morocco’s Atlas Lions at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium on […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has denied allegations that she stole $40,000, amid her ongoing marital crisis with Senator Ned Nwoko. Speaking during a live broadcast, Regina claimed that her estranged husband was behind the theft allegations. She alleged that an arrest warrant had been issued against her and some members of her […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Former Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose, has said President Bola Tinubu will not remove Nyesom Wike as minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to resolve the political crisis in Rivers State. Speaking on Arise TV, Fayose said Tinubu values loyalty, political strength and influence, adding that Wike remains too important to […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Armed groups operating in parts of Kano and Katsina states are reportedly extorting farmers, demanding up to ₦50,000 per acre from sugarcane growers before they are allowed to harvest their crops. According to multiple reports, the armed groups have established strongholds within the Rugu Forest in Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Award-winning author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has served Euracare Hospital, Lagos, with a legal notice alleging that medical negligence and professional misconduct led to the death of her 21-month-old son, Nkanu Nnamdi. Nkanu, one of Adichie’s twin sons, died on January 7, 2026, following complications arising during a series of preparatory medical procedures […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Ayodele Fayose, former governor of Ekiti State, has warned that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) could drift into political irrelevance if it fails to present Peter Obi as its presidential candidate in the 2027 general election. Speaking in an interview excerpt scheduled to air on Tuesday on Arise Television, Fayose described the […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has opened an investigation into alleged misconduct involving players and officials during the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 quarter-final matches between Nigeria and Algeria, as well as Cameroon and Morocco. In a statement released on Monday via its official website, CAF confirmed that it had […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Bola Tinubu arrived in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), on Sunday ahead of his participation in the 2026 edition of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), which begins on Monday. Special Adviser to the President, Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga in a press release issued on Sunday said the President’s […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has said he remains calm amid the political crisis in the state because God is with him, assuring residents that peace will return. Fubara spoke on Sunday at an interdenominational church service held to mark the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day. The service took place at St […]
