Senate Confirms 65 Ambassadors Including Fani-Kayode
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed 65 ambassadorial nominees, including former INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu and Femi Fani-Kayode. Get the full list and details of the historic confirmation.
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed 65 ambassadorial nominees, including former INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu and Femi Fani-Kayode. Get the full list and details of the historic confirmation.
Super Eagles winger Moses Simon laments the injury absence of defender Benjamin Fredrick for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Get the full story on Nigeria's squad challenges.
Dr. Yakubu Moses Ede successfully defended his PhD thesis at ABU Zaria. Explore his journey as a scholar, bar leader, and the qualities he represents for the future of the Nigerian Bar Association. Discover why his profile inspires confidence.
The Nigerian Army and Lilu community leaders deny soldiers killed a youth found dead in Anambra bush. The victim was earlier arrested by vigilantes over gun-making allegations. Read the full details.
Ex-Super Eagles star Yakubu Aiyegbeni says Nigeria's squad lacks creative balance due to too many defensive midfielders. Read his full analysis ahead of AFCON 2025.
Ex-Super Eagles star Yakubu Aiyegbeni says Nigeria's AFCON 2025 squad lacks creative midfielders like Sunday Oliseh. He warns the team is too defensive. Read his full analysis.
Super Eagles boss Eric Chelle will be without star striker Victor Osimhen and winger Moses Simon for the crucial pre-AFCON 2025 friendly against Egypt. Get the latest team news and expected lineup here.
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President Bola Tinubu has sent 65 ambassadorial nominees to the Senate, including controversial figures. The list sparks debate on merit and political compensation as Nigeria reaffirms global peace goals.
Atiku Abubakar condemns President Tinubu's nomination of ex-INEC chairman Mahmood Yakubu as ambassador, calling it damaging to electoral credibility. Read public reactions.
Former Speaker Yakubu Dogara congratulates Gen. Christopher Musa on his new role as Defence Minister, calling it pivotal for Nigeria's peace and military reform.
Nigerian Army troops rescued Reverend Ephraim Yakubu from kidnappers in Plateau State's Bassa LGA. The clergyman was found injured. Troops recovered a fabricated rifle and ammunition. Read the full report.
Former Speaker Yakubu Dogara hails President Tinubu's choice of Gen. Christopher Musa (Rtd) as Defence Minister, calling it a timely move to tackle Nigeria's security crisis. Read his full endorsement.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council supports Prof. Mahmood Yakubu's ambassadorial nomination, dismissing criticism as politically motivated. They urge the Senate to confirm him. Read more.
The Northern Stakeholders Consultative Initiative (NSCI) asserts that Prof. Mahmood Yakubu's ambassadorial nomination will not compromise INEC's independence. Read their full statement.
PAACA supports President Tinubu's nomination of ex-INEC chair Prof. Mahmood Yakubu as ambassador, citing his competence and service record. The group urges Senate confirmation.
The Network for Good Governance in Nigeria (NGGN) has condemned the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for claiming Prof. Mahmood Yakubu's ambassadorial nomination confirms 2023 election partisanship. Read the full details.
Super Eagles legend Yakubu Aiyegbeni has identified Victor Osimhen and Calvin Bassey as the two players who can lead Nigeria to glory at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Read his full analysis here.
Ex-Super Eagles star Yakubu Aiyegbeni has condemned coach Eric Chelle's voodoo claims following Nigeria's World Cup playoff loss to DR Congo. Read his full reaction and the potential fallout.
Nigeria's Super Eagles suffer a blow as vice-captain Moses Simon is ruled out of the Egypt friendly. Club vs country conflict threatens AFCON preparations. Read more.
African Democratic Congress demands Prof. Mahmood Yakubu reject Tinubu's ambassadorial nomination, calling it 'embarrassingly insensitive' after 2023 elections. Read full details.
The African Democratic Congress condemns President Tinubu's nomination of ex-INEC chairman Mahmood Yakubu as an ambassador, calling it a threat to electoral integrity. Read more.
The Peoples Democratic Party demands President Tinubu withdraw his ambassadorial list, calling it 'scandalous' and seeking nominees with high moral standing. Read more.
Coalition of Civil Society Groups applauds President Tinubu's strategic nomination of Jimoh Ibrahim and Mahmood Yakubu as ambassadors, citing merit and national development impact.
Nigerian legend Yakubu Aiyegbeni explains why indigenous coaches like Siasia and Eguavoen shouldn't replace Eric Chelle before AFCON 2025. Read his full analysis.
Former Super Eagles star Yakubu Aiyegbeni explains how past captains like Sunday Oliseh and Jay Jay Okocha demanded payments before matches. Read about the current NFF payment crisis.
Super Eagles legend Yakubu Aiyegbeni warns NFF against appointing Augustine Eguavoen or Samson Siasia as Eric Chelle's replacement. Read his strong reasons and analysis.
Gospel star Moses Bliss reacts with deep pain to the brutal Kwara church attack, demanding government action. Read his emotional plea and fan reactions.
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