According to Nivo News, former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong and defender Ola Aina have sent messages of encouragement to the Nigerian national team and coaching staff, including head coach Eric Chelle, ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 semifinal against Morocco.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Both Troost-Ekong and Aina expressed pride in the team’s performance and confidence in their ability to succeed. Troost-Ekong retired from international football shortly before the tournament began, while Aina was initially named in the squad but missed the final selection due to fitness issues.

The Super Eagles enter Wednesday night’s semifinal at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on the back of an unbeaten run in the tournament. Sharing his thoughts via the team’s official social media channels, Aina commended the players, technical staff, managers, coaches, physios, and medical personnel for their efforts. He wished the squad success and assured them of his support and prayers from home.

Troost-Ekong also sent a heartfelt message, praising the team’s teamwork and tactical setup. Highlighting the effectiveness of the diamond formation in midfield, he urged the players to stay united, enjoy the experience, and give their all on the field. He encouraged them to fight for one another and seize the opportunity to make the semifinal a memorable moment in their careers, assuring them of his unwavering support from afar.

Both former players’ messages underscore the pride and faith in the Super Eagles as they aim for a historic triumph in the AFCON 2025 tournament.

According to Nivo News, Bauchi State recorded 50 fatalities and 468 injuries in road accidents during the last quarter of 2025, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has reported.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking with journalists on Wednesday, the FRSC Sector Commander in Bauchi, Apaji Boyi, revealed that a total of 76 crashes occurred between October and December, with 193 passengers escaping unhurt.

Breaking down the figures, Boyi said October saw 10 crashes involving 77 people, resulting in eight deaths and 58 injuries. November recorded 25 crashes with 201 individuals involved, leaving 14 dead and 144 injured. December was the deadliest month, with 41 crashes affecting 433 people, causing 28 fatalities and 266 injuries.

The sector commander attributed many accidents to factors such as speeding, reckless overtaking, driver fatigue, overloading, and the unsafe transport of passengers in trucks carrying goods. He also warned against motorists travelling with fuel stored in plastic containers, which further heightens the risk of accidents.

Boyi emphasised that driver behaviour remains a key factor in highway safety, highlighting violations like ignoring traffic rules, using drugs, failing to wear seat belts, and making phone calls while driving as major contributors to preventable crashes.

He commended the Federal Government for its support of the Corps and urged motorists to maintain their vehicles, exercise caution, and comply with traffic laws. Boyi assured that the FRSC would continue to conduct public awareness campaigns to enhance road safety across Bauchi State.

According to Nivo News, two additional members of the Rivers State House of Assembly have joined calls for the withdrawal of impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his Deputy, Ngozi Odu.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The lawmakers, Barile Nwakoh representing Khana Constituency I and Emilia Amadi of Obio/Akpor Constituency II, made the appeal shortly after two other legislators publicly urged restraint and dialogue over the impeachment process.

Earlier in the week, lawmakers Sylvanus Eyinna Nwankwo and Peter Abbey called on their colleagues to approach the dispute with caution and understanding, advocating alternatives to impeachment as a means of resolving tensions between the legislative and executive branches of government.

Speaking at a press briefing in Port Harcourt, Minority Leader Nwankwo, who represents Omuma State Constituency, said that appeals from community and political leaders had urged leniency and reconciliation. He encouraged fellow legislators to reconsider the impeachment and pursue peaceful solutions.

Abbey, representing Degema State Constituency, acknowledged that the governor may have breached constitutional provisions but emphasised the importance of allowing for corrective measures, noting that leaders have a responsibility to prevent similar issues in the future.