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AFCON Shock: Nwabali’s Injury Throws Super Eagles Into Goalkeeping Chaos.
Nigeria’s preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations have suffered a significant setback as first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali is now unlikely to feature in the tournament due to injury. The situation adds to growing anxiety within the Super Eagles camp, which has been battling a series of fitness concerns and disruptions to its defensive structure ahead of the continental competition.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Nwabali, 29, earned widespread acclaim for his performances at the previous AFCON, where he helped lead Nigeria to the final with his composed displays in goal. However, he has been absent from action since the team’s dramatic penalty shootout loss to DR Congo during the World Cup qualifying playoffs in Rabat.
Fresh doubts over his recovery emerged after Chippa United coach Vusimuzi Vilakazi offered a strong indication that the goalkeeper may not be ready in time for the tournament. According to Nivo News, Vilakazi revealed that Nwabali has been dealing with multiple injuries and requires surgery. He noted that the shot-stopper is battling an ankle problem in addition to a hand injury that worsened during his time in Morocco. Despite Nwabali’s optimism about recovering quickly, his coach admitted that the reality remains uncertain.
Nigeria’s head coach, Eric Chelle, has included Nwabali in his provisional squad but has yet to confirm the final list of 27 players. The Super Eagles will begin their AFCON campaign in Group C with a fixture against Tanzania in Fes, followed by matches against Tunisia and Uganda in what is expected to be a tightly contested group.
The squad has already been hit by other setbacks, with young defenders Benjamin Fredrick and Felix Agu ruled out, while Ola Aina and Taiwo Awoniyi continue to struggle with fitness issues. Former captain William Troost-Ekong, who was named the Most Valuable Player at the last AFCON, has also retired after earning 83 caps, leaving a leadership gap in the defensive line.
With two centre-backs unavailable and Nwabali’s participation looking doubtful, Chelle may be forced to restructure his defensive set-up just days before the tournament begins. Should the goalkeeper fail to recover in time, the coach will have to choose from Amas Obasogie, Maduka Okoye, Adebayo Adeleye, Francis Uzoho, and teenage prospect Ebenezer Harcourt. While Okoye and Uzoho bring international experience, their inconsistent form has raised concerns, and the remaining trio are yet to feature in a major tournament.
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Tension in Ibadan: Military Denies Access To Rescued Oriire Pupils, Only Governor Makinde Granted Entry!.
A government source has clarified that the delay in granting Oyo State officials access to the pupils and teachers recently rescued from Oriire Local Government Area was due to standard military security procedures. The source explained that the hold-up at the 2 Division Medical Centre in Ibadan involved routine profiling and security clearance, rather than a refusal of access.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Following the completion of these security protocols, members of the Oyo State delegation were permitted to enter the facility:
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The state’s medical team, which included the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, and a former Chief Medical Director of the University College Hospital, Ibadan, Prof. Temitope Alonge, was granted access to evaluate the health of the rescued victims.
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The broader delegation, led by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, also included the Governor’s Special Adviser on Security Coordination, Maj. Gen. Tokunbo Omoniyi (retd.), and the Chief Press Secretary, Dr. Sulaimon Olanrewaju.
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While the medical personnel were admitted earlier, other members of the state’s delegation waited outside until Governor Seyi Makinde arrived and the military security clearance process was finalized.
The International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria has announced that journalist Zainab Sodiq has been released from detention by the Department of State Services (DSS). Following the organization’s intervention, Sodiq was released directly to IPI leadership at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2026.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Circumstances of Detention: Sodiq was initially intercepted by security personnel at Lagos’s Murtala Muhammed International Airport on July 6, 2026, while traveling with a drone. Although permitted to proceed to Abuja, she was ordered to report to DSS headquarters on July 8, 2026, where she was subsequently detained for allegedly lacking the necessary End User Certificate for the drone.
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Resolution: The journalist was released two days after her detention following engagement between the DSS and IPI Nigeria.
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Statement from IPI: Musikilu Mojeed, President of IPI Nigeria, expressed satisfaction with the resolution and commended the DSS for responding to the institute’s intervention.
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Balancing Security and Rights: While acknowledging the duty of security agencies to protect the nation, Mojeed emphasized that these actions must respect the constitutional rights of citizens and journalists. He further called for sustained dialogue between security forces and the media to ensure that national security measures do not hinder press freedom.
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IPI’s Commitment: The institute, a network representing editors and journalists globally, reaffirmed its dedication to protecting press freedom while operating within the framework of national law.
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“Tinubu Is Working!” Sanwo-Olu Hails Presidential Might Following Daring Rescue Of Oriire Pupils!.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has hailed the rescue of pupils and teachers kidnapped in Oyo State as a clear indication of President Bola Tinubu’s dedication to fighting insecurity. The victims, who spent over 50 days in captivity, were released following a collaborative operation between intelligence and security agencies.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Operation Success: A total of 39 schoolchildren and six teachers were successfully rescued, bringing relief to families and citizens across Nigeria.
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Government Stance: Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasized that this successful mission proves the Federal Government is gaining ground in its battle against kidnapping and terrorism.
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Security Coordination: The governor praised the Nigerian Army, Air Force, Police, Department of State Services (DSS), and other agencies for their coordinated efforts, which he stated were essential to ending the victims’ ordeal.
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Context of the Abduction: The victims were kidnapped on May 15, 2026, when gunmen suspected of being linked to the militant group Ansaru attacked three schools in the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.
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Impact on the Community: The incident, which resulted in the reported deaths of two educators, caused significant distress and led to protests, an indefinite strike by public school teachers in Oyo State, and heightened anxiety regarding school security in the region.
Governor Sanwo-Olu extended his sympathies to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and the affected families, noting that the rescue has helped restore hope to the region.
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