latest
‘It’s Brotherhood, Not Tactics’ — Iwobi Explains Nigeria’s AFCON Magic.
According to Nivo News, Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has attributed Nigeria’s impressive run at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations to strong unity and brotherhood within the team, rather than tactics or individual brilliance alone.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Iwobi spoke ahead of Nigeria’s highly anticipated semi-final clash against host nation Morocco at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, describing the atmosphere within the squad as the key factor driving their flawless performance at the tournament.
The Super Eagles have emerged as the standout team of the competition, winning all five of their matches, scoring a tournament-high 14 goals and conceding only four. The current campaign has already gone down as Nigeria’s most prolific AFCON outing, surpassing the 12 goals recorded at the 2000 edition.
Nigeria’s journey to the semi-finals has included victories over Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Mozambique and Algeria, firmly establishing the team as strong contenders for the title.
Speaking during a pre-match media briefing, Iwobi explained that the team’s success is rooted in a shared sense of purpose and collective responsibility among the players.
He noted that the environment within the camp encourages unity, care for one another and a common determination to succeed on the pitch, a spirit he believes is clearly reflected in Nigeria’s performances.
Iwobi, who has played a pivotal role in Nigeria’s midfield dominance, has earned praise for his composure, intelligence and influence in controlling games, often initiating key attacking moves.
The Fulham midfielder added that the foundations of the current success were laid during the previous AFCON, when a youthful Nigerian side reached the final and gained valuable experience.
He explained that many of the players have since matured, entered their prime and are now delivering consistently strong performances for both club and country.
Iwobi also revealed that the disappointment of failing to qualify for the World Cup has served as extra motivation for the squad, pushing them to approach every match in Morocco with renewed hunger and determination.
Off the pitch, he disclosed that his decision to share behind-the-scenes moments from the camp through video diaries was aimed at showing the human side of the players and strengthening the bond within the team.
He further praised the coaching staff for fostering a family-like atmosphere, stressing that the sense of unity starts from the technical crew and extends throughout the squad.
According to Iwobi, the strong togetherness within the camp has translated into players fighting for one another on the field, bringing out the best in every member of the team.
Nigeria will take on Morocco on Wednesday evening for a place in Sunday’s final, while the second semi-final will feature Senegal against Egypt.
Bamidele Kehinde, Director of Dynamic Ambassadors for Social Orientation Initiatives and the City Transformation Project, has expressed appreciation to the Federal Government of Nigeria for its efforts in securing the release of Pastor Benjamin Egbaji, who was reportedly held in detention in the Republic of Benin for over two years under difficult conditions.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Pastor Egbaji, a Nigerian cleric, was said to have endured harsh treatment during his detention, including prolonged confinement. His release followed a presidential pardon granted by the authorities in Benin Republic under President Patrice Talon.
Speaking on News Central TV, Dr. Kehinde praised the diplomatic efforts that led to the cleric’s freedom, describing the process as lengthy and challenging. He noted that significant progress was achieved after Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu was appointed Minister of State for Foreign Affairs.
He stated that although there was no personal connection or financial influence involved, the minister actively engaged Benin Republic authorities through diplomatic channels. According to him, her visit and negotiations played a key role in securing Pastor Egbaji’s release.
Dr. Kehinde also commended all individuals and institutions that contributed to the advocacy efforts, including Moses Eyo, Dickson Umu Unung, the Cross River State Government, CP Alobi Lawrence (rtd), Joseph Bisong Ayi, Blessing Harrison, Eze Sampson, and Rt. Hon. Legor Idagbo.
He said their combined efforts were instrumental in achieving the cleric’s freedom.
He added that while Egbaji’s release is a major relief, the cleric now faces the task of recovering and rebuilding his life after years of hardship. He called for continued support to help him reintegrate into society.
Dr. Kehinde also urged stronger government commitment to protecting Nigerian citizens abroad and enhancing diplomatic engagement across West Africa to prevent similar cases in the future.
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has provided an update on its ongoing nationwide recruitment exercise.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The board stated that 1,120,491 applications were successfully completed and processed, allowing candidates to proceed to the computer-based test (CBT) stage.
It also disclosed that 432,935 applications were left incomplete, while 360,923 applicants were disqualified during screening and shortlisting for failing to meet the required criteria.
In total, the recruitment exercise recorded over 1.8 million applications across the country.
The exercise covers agencies under the board, including the Nigeria Immigration Service, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Federal Fire Service, and the Nigeria Correctional Service.
CDCFIB also released a breakdown of CBT performance, showing that 221,996 candidates scored between 0–40, 229,155 scored between 41–60, 278,543 scored between 61–80, while 142,697 scored between 81–100.
The recruitment process is now expected to move to the next stage, which includes physical screening and document verification. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with details of their screening venues, dates, and required documents.
The board reiterated that the entire process is free of charge and advised applicants to rely only on official communication channels for updates, warning against misinformation and unauthorized messages circulating online.
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has confirmed that its Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI conducted precise airstrikes in the Yuwe axis of the Sambisa Forest, resulting in the elimination of several terrorist elements on Monday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
This was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja by the Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, who noted that military operations in the North-East continue to maintain strong pressure on insurgent groups.
He explained that the operation was based on credible intelligence, supported by Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) activities, which identified active terrorist presence within fortified positions and underground hideouts.
According to him, NAF air platforms successfully engaged the targets using precision-guided munitions, destroying the structures, neutralising multiple terrorists, and dismantling key logistics facilities. This was later confirmed through battle damage assessments.
The statement added that sustained air operations have continued to weaken terrorist networks, disrupting their activities and forcing them into more defensive and unstable responses.
The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, also reiterated the Air Force’s commitment to maintaining continuous, intelligence-driven operations aimed at completely neutralising terrorist threats.
He further assured that the NAF remains focused on protecting its personnel, safeguarding national security, and ensuring the safety of citizens, while continuing precision operations in line with strict rules of engagement to minimise civilian impact.
-
latest8 months ago“Social Media Erupts As Jim Iyke Declares Rita Dominic Nollywood’s Most Beautiful”
-
latest2 years agoEdo Political Showdown: Oshiomhole Appears At Presidential Villa As Tinubu Hands APC Gubernatorial Flag To Okpebholo (Photos & Video)
-
entertainment2 years agoLove Knows No Age American Woman Defends Marriage To Young Nigerian Man “I’m Not 70”
-
latest2 years agoOlumide Akpata Strikes Again: Drops Killer Track, Sends Edo State Into Frenzy!(Video)
-
Politics2 years agoNigerians React As Pastor Adeboye Foresees Passing Away On A Sunday After Enjoying A Satisfying Meal Of Pounded Yam
-
latest2 years agoFG Identifies 31 States At Risk Of Heavy Flooding In 2024: See Full List
-
Politics2 years agoBREAKING: Inspector-General Of Police Summons Top Police Commanders For Crucial-Security Challenges
-
latest2 years ago5 NYSC Corpers Perish In Fatal Road Accident Returning From Camp