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Tinubu Swears In New FCC Chairman, 37 State Commissioners.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday officially swore in Hulayat Omidiran as the new Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), alongside 37 commissioners representing the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, at the State House, Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The ceremony, held at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, marked the formal inauguration of Omidiran, 59, who succeeds Dr. Muheeba Dankaka, whose reappointment was reversed on the same day Omidiran’s nomination was announced.
A former two-term member of the House of Representatives, Omidiran represented Ayedaade/Irewole/Isokan Federal Constituency in Osun State from 2011 to 2019. An indigene of Ikire, Osun State, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
Beyond her legislative career, Omidiran has extensive experience in sports administration. She served as Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Sports and held roles in football administration, including membership of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) board, chairperson of the NFF Women’s Football Committee, and membership of the FIFA Women’s Football Committee. She also sits on the Board of Trustees of the Nigeria Olympic Committee and founded the Omidiran Babes Football Club in Osogbo in 1997.
President Tinubu appointed Omidiran on August 11, 2025, and her nomination was confirmed by the Senate on November 27, 2025, following a security screening and her appearance before the Senate Committee on Federal Character and Inter-Governmental Affairs on October 30. Mohammed Musa was sworn in as Secretary of the Commission.
The commissioners inaugurated include Peter Eze (Enugu), AbdulWasiu Bawalla (Lagos), Obinna Oriaku (Abia), Lawal Roni (Jigawa), Abubakar Bunu (Kebbi), Eludayo Eluyemi (Osun), Bema Madayi (Adamawa), Dora Ebong (Akwa Ibom), Nnoli Gloria (Anambra), Babangida Gwana (Bauchi), Sir Tonye Okio (Bayelsa), Aligba Tarkende (Benue), Modu Mustapha (Borno), Dr. Stella Ekpo (Cross River), Ederin Idisi (Delta), and Solomon Dagami (FCT), among others.
After the brief swearing-in, President Tinubu personally greeted the chairperson and commissioners. Notable attendees included the President’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila; Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake; Permanent Secretary of the State House, Temitope Fashedemi; and Permanent Secretary of the Cabinet Affairs Office, Dr. John Ezeamama.
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MARRIAGE ON THE BRINK? Toyin Abraham Breaks Silence On Explosive Rumours And Truth About Leaving Husband’s House!
Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has publicly responded to social media claims alleging that her marriage to fellow actor Kolawole Ajeyemi is in turmoil.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The speculation arose after Instagram blogger Fatitell Gist shared claims originating from another blogger, Bukky Jesse, which asserted that the couple was at odds and that Abraham had moved out of their matrimonial home into a newly built residence.
Key Highlights of the Response:
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Direct Denial: Abraham firmly rejected the narrative in the comment section of the post, strongly pushing back against the rumors.
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Prayer and Biblical Reference: Using a spiritual response invoking the Trinity, she prayed against any separation and declared that marital discord is not her family’s destiny.
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Background: Toyin Abraham and Kolawole Ajeyemi tied the knot in a private traditional ceremony in 2019, and the union is blessed with a son, Ire.
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BLOODY ENCOUNTER: Two Gunmen Dead, 31 Kidnap Victims Restored To Freedom In Daring Military Rescue!
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North West), Operation Fansan Yamma, successfully rescued 31 kidnapped victims, neutralized two terrorists, and arrested two suspects during separate operations across Katsina and Kebbi States on September 14 and 15, 2026.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Katsina Rescue Operation: Following an abduction report from Unguwan Daudu and Unguwan Chibauna in Funtua Local Government Area on September 14, Sector 2 troops engaged the terrorists in a gun battle and rescued 10 victims (three males, seven females, and an infant).
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Kebbi State Operation: Responding to a distress call on the same day from Fafala Village in Kangiwa Local Government Area, troops engaged terrorists in a heavy fire exchange, successfully rescuing 21 kidnapped victims who were later reunited with their families.
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Neutralization of Terrorist Kingpin: On September 15, troops foiled an attack in Matazu and Kankara Local Government Areas of Katsina State, killing two terrorists—including a known kingpin named Abbah Alhassan—and recovering ammunition, a motorcycle, camouflage clothing, and other items.
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Suspect Arrests: Also on September 15, troops arrested two suspected terrorists linked to a kingpin named Mannori in the Yantumaki general area of Dan Musa Local Government Area.
Nigeria’s Falconets are set to face England in the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup at the Bielsko-Biała Stadium, with a quarter-final spot on the line.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Path to the Knockouts: Nigeria secured second place in Group F with four points following a 10-1 thrashing of New Caledonia—featuring hat-tricks from Ramotalahi Kareem and Winner Onajite David—after previously losing 2-0 to Spain and drawing 0-0 with China PR.
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England’s Form: England advanced as the third-place team in Group B with four points, having drawn 1-1 with Canada, beaten Tanzania 5-1, and lost 2-1 to Brazil.
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Fearless Mentality: Captain Christiana Uzoma stated that the camp possesses a winning mentality and emphasized that the team is fully prepared and not intimidated by England.
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Calls for Support: Both Uzoma and Kareem expressed immense pride in representing Nigeria, with Kareem urging fans to pray and support the team as they promise victory and a push for the last eight.
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Next Round: The winner of the encounter will advance to face either hosts Poland or Colombia in the quarter-finals.
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