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Fury Climbs Back into Heavyweight Rankings Amid Joshua Speculation

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Despite announcing his retirement from boxing last month, Tyson Fury has surprisingly reappeared at the number one spot in The Ring Magazine’s heavyweight rankings, fueling speculation about a potential super-fight with Anthony Joshua. The 36-year-old “Gypsy King” had declared his fifth retirement following his second consecutive defeat to unified champion Oleksandr Usyk, but The Ring’s latest rankings suggest doubt about the permanence of his decision.    Fury now holds the top spot in the heavyweight rankings, trailing only Usyk, who is recognized as The Ring’s heavyweight champion and holds the…

EFCC chairman: I rejected N500m offers during my mother’s burial

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'EFCC Recovered Over N200bn, Convict 3,000 In One Year'

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Olanipekun Olukoyede, disclosed that he turned down offers of about N500m from various individuals during his mother’s funeral in 2019. Olukoyede spoke at the 38th Anti-Corruption Situation Room in Abuja on Thursday with the theme: Ethics, Integrity, Corruption Risk Assessments and Anti-Corruption at National and Sub-National levels: Sustaining the fight against corruption in Nigeria. The programme was organised by the Human and Environmental Development Agenda Resource Centre, Kano State Public Complaint and Anti-Corruption Commission, ICPC, and EFCC with the support of…

Tinubu signs N54.99tn 2025 budget into law

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President Bola Tinubu has signed into law the N54.99tn 2025 Appropriation Bill. Tinubu signed the budget in the presence of principal officers of the National Assembly and other top government officials in a small ceremony in his office at the State House, Abuja, on Friday. The bill was passed by the two Chambers of the National Assembly on Thursday, February 13, after Tinubu asked for an increase from the proposed N49.7tn. The National Assembly approved a ₦54.99 trillion ($36.6bn) budget for the fiscal year, surpassing President Bola Tinubu’s initial proposal…

BREAKING: We’re going to review electricity tariff for Band B, C customers – FG

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The Federal Government has announced plans to review electricity tariffs for Band B and C customers as part of efforts to improve the power sector and encourage investment. Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, made this revelation during the public presentation of the National Integrated Electricity Policy and Nigeria Integrated Resource Plan on Thursday in Abuja. Adelabu clarified that the review does not necessarily mean an increase in tariffs but rather an assessment to enhance last year’s progress and ensure the sector’s growth. He stated that the government aims to invest…

MultiChoice Price Hike Under Scrutiny: FCCPC Launches Investigation

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The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has mandated MultiChoice Nigeria, the operator of DStv and GOtv, to maintain its current subscription prices. This directive is in place while the FCCPC conducts an investigation into the company’s planned tariff adjustments. The commission’s decision to freeze prices is primarily to prevent potential consumer exploitation during the investigative period. This directive was communicated through a statement issued by Ondaje Ijagwu, Director of Corporate Affairs for the FCCPC, on Thursday. Although the FCCPC granted MultiChoice’s request for a postponement of a prior…

Okocha: Gasperini’s Reaction to Lookman Was Excessive

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Former Super Eagles captain, Austin Jay-Jay Okocha, has publicly defended Ademola Lookman following the Nigerian forward’s contentious situation with Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini. The dispute stemmed from Atalanta’s Champions League exit against Club Brugge, where Gasperini attributed their elimination, in part, to Lookman’s missed penalty. Despite Lookman scoring early in the second half, his subsequent penalty miss proved detrimental, contributing to Atalanta’s 5-2 aggregate defeat. Instead of sharing collective responsibility for the team’s performance, Gasperini singled out Lookman, labeling him “one of the worst penalty takers” he had ever…

APC, PDP clash as El-Rufai woos opposition parties

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The All Progressives Congress on Sunday attacked the immediate-past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, as indications emerged that the former Federal Capital Territory minister was rallying northern leaders and bigwigs against President Bola Tinubu’s re-election ahead of the 2027 poll. The APC National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru, accused El-Rufai of stoking ethnic agenda over his failure to get a cabinet appointment. The once-cordial relationship between the President and El-Rufai soured after he failed to secure a ministerial appointment. Though Tinubu nominated him for a ministerial position, the ex-governor was rejected…

Van Persie Steps In as Feyenoord’s New Head Coach

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Feyenoord Rotterdam has officially announced the appointment of Robin van Persie as their new head coach, heralding a new era for the Eredivisie club. The club expressed their enthusiasm with an official statement released on Sunday, stating, “The next chapter starts here. Robin van Persie, welcome home again.” Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the appointment, reporting that the former Netherlands international and Feyenoord legend has signed a contract extending until June 2027. This long-term commitment signifies the club’s confidence in Van Persie’s ability to lead the team. Van Persie, known…

Thank you for restoring my rank, honour, Gowon tells IBB

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Former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon (retd.), has expressed gratitude to the ex-military president, Ibrahim Babangida, for restoring his rank and honour. Speaking at a book presentation by the former military president on Thursday in Abuja, Gowon acknowledged that Babangida saved him from treason charges. The elder statesman also appreciated Babangida for their long-standing friendship and his contributions to Nigeria’s development. Gowon said, “I had a very rough time in government; I was even charged with treason. Later, President Shagari rescinded that order, and you (IBB) eventually restored my…

Clark’s last words before demise — Family

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The family of late Chief Edwin Clark, leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), has revealed his final words before his passing on Monday night at the age of 97. Speaking, the National Chairman of PANDEF, Amb. Godknows Igali and the first child of the elder statesman, Mrs. Rebecca Clark-Okorodudu, said Clark affirmed his love for Nigeria, saying “I am a Nigerian, I love Nigeria, Nigeria is my country, I am proud to be a Nigerian.” He also encouraged those he left behind to persevere and continue fighting for…