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AFCON Drama: CAF Investigates Post-Match Violence After Super Eagles Triumph.
According to Nivo News, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has launched an investigation into the disturbances that erupted after Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Algeria in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-final encounter in Marrakech.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
CAF is currently reviewing reports submitted by match officials, stadium security personnel, and accredited media representatives to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident that followed the final whistle.
Nigeria secured their place in the semi-finals through second-half goals from Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams. However, the outcome triggered strong reactions from the Algerian camp, with allegations of biased officiating leveled against the refereeing team.
Tensions reportedly escalated immediately after the match as Algerian players confronted referee Issa Sy and his assistants, prompting swift intervention from stadium security to prevent further escalation. The unrest also spilled into the stands, where some Algerian supporters attempted to breach security barriers, resulting in reported damage to parts of the stadium before order was restored.
As CAF’s disciplinary process continues, the Super Eagles have shifted their attention to their semi-final clash against tournament hosts Morocco. Nigeria is scheduled to train behind closed doors as preparations intensify for the crucial encounter. The training session will take place at the Complexe Mohammed VI in Rabat, while the team is expected to arrive from Fès and lodge at the Rihab Hotel. Media access will be limited to the opening 15 minutes of training on Tuesday.
Nigeria and Morocco will square off on Wednesday at the Prince Moulay Hassan Stadium, with a spot in the AFCON final at stake.
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has said that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) approved the appointment of Nyesom Wike as a minister in President Bola Tinubu’s administration.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Yilwatda made the statement on Wednesday during a media chat in Abuja, while addressing questions about Wike’s continued membership of the PDP despite serving in an APC-led government.
He explained that the appointment was not unusual, noting that past administrations had also appointed opposition members into ministerial positions.
According to him, former ministers such as Bala Mohammed and Adamu Aliero served under PDP-led governments despite their party affiliations at the time.
“President Jonathan discovered Bala Mohammed was good enough and brought him from ANPP,” he said.
“Aliero was also appointed by President Yar’Adua from ANPP because of his experience,” he added.
Yilwatda argued that criticism of President Tinubu over Wike’s appointment was unfair, insisting it followed past political precedents.
He also cited other opposition figures currently serving in the government, saying the focus on Wike alone was selective.
The APC chairman further claimed that Wike formally notified the PDP National Working Committee in 2023 before accepting the ministerial appointment, and that the party gave its approval.
“Wike wrote the National Working Committee of the PDP before he took the appointment,” he said.
“The National Working Committee approved that he should come and serve.”
Yilwatda maintained that Wike’s position in the current administration was with the consent of the PDP, not solely the APC.
A United States lawmaker, Kimberly Daniels, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to either redeploy or sack Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, over concerns linked to Nigeria’s worsening security situation.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
What is the dollar to naira exchange rate in the black market (also known as the parallel market or Aboki FX)?....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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