Governor Okpebholo orders, threatens commissioners to wear Tinubu’s ‘Asiwaju mandate cap’

Governor Monday Okpebholo has mandated his cabinet members to always wear the ‘Asiwaju mandate cap’ as a show of support for President Bola Tinubu, threatening to sanction any defaulting members. Mr Okpebholo disclosed this at the swearing-in of...

Governor Okpebholo Bars Commissioners From Attending Exco Meetings Without Wearing “Asiwaju Cap”

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has instructed members of his cabinet to publicly demonstrate their loyalty to President Bola Tinubu by wearing branded outfits featuring the president’s insignia. The directive was issued on Tuesday...

Izeze Hails Oborevwori’s Vision as Delta State Government Begins Reconstruction of Effurun–Sapele–Benin Road

In a momentous event that signals a new era of development for Delta State, the state government officially commenced the reconstruction of the Effurun–Sapele–Benin Road on Tuesday. This long-overdue project, which has been a source of frustration...

Gernot Rohr Explains Benin’s Heavy Defeat To Nigeria, Praises Osimhen’s Brilliance

Benin Republic coach Gernot Rohr has admitted that Nigeria’s quality and depth made the difference in Uyo after his side’s 4-0 defeat to the Super Eagles in Tuesday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. Naija News reports that the Cheetahs were...

FG pledges timely completion of Lagos–Sagamu–Benin expressway

The Federal Government has expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of work going on along the Lagos–Sagamu–Ijebu-Ode–Benin Expressway as well as the Lagos–Ibadan reconstruction project, describing it as a model of the new standard for...

2026 WCQ: ‘We’re disappointed’ – Rohr on Benin’s defeat to Super Eagles

Benin Republic head coach Gernot Rohr has expressed disappointment following his team’s loss to the Super Eagles of Nigeria, DAILY POST reports. The Cheetahs were thrashed 4-0 by their neighbours at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo...

2026 WCQ: Olaitan rues Benin Republic’s heavy defeat to Super Eagles

Benin Republic midfielder, Junior Olaitan cannot hide his disappointment following the team’s failure to secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, DAILY POST reports. The Cheetahs went down 4-0 to the Super Eagles in their final group game at the...

Osimhen is ‘best striker in the world,’ Coach Chelle says after Benin victory

The Super Eagles Coach, Eric Chelle, has commended his players for their superlative performance in the last World Cup qualifying match against the Cheetahs of Benin, which they won 4-0. The match played at the Godswill Akpabio International...

Super Eagles victory over Benin sparks 2026 World Cup hope – Chelle

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has lauded his squad for a dominant performance against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic, after a stunning 4-0 victory in Tuesday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match held at the Godswill Akpabio International...

Nigeria 4-0 Benin Republic: Five talking points from Super Eagles’ statement win into Playoffs

On a warm Tuesday evening at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, the Nigeria national football team delivered their most complete performance of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: a ruthless 4–0 demolition of the Benin national football...

I’m happy for my players - Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle praises his team after 4–0 win over Benin Republic

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle expressed great admiration for his players after their commanding 4–0 victory over the Benin Republic that sealed the Super Eagles’ place in the CAF Playoff Tournament for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking after the...

Goals and Highlights: Nigeria 4-0 Benin in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers

EVENT ENDED It was a constant back-and-forth, with Nigeria orchestrating good plays, allowing them to take a three-point lead and close out these qualifying rounds with a flourish ahead of what's to come. Mounié hasn't found the space. Despite...

Nigeria Thrash Benin 4-0, Secure World Cup Playoff Spot

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have qualified for the playoff of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers after a resounding 4-0 victory over Benin at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, yesterday. Victor Osimhen was the standout performer, netting a...

Osimhen hat trick past Benin sends Nigeria to World Cup playoffs

Nigeria’s Super Eagles overwhelmed Benin Republic 4-0 in the final Group C match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Tuesday. The Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen starred, netting...

WANGUI WA GORO, PIONEERING TRANSLATOR AND AFRICAN LANGUAGES & ADVOCATE DELIVERS THE 13TH INTERNATIONAL AFRICAN WRITERS’ DAY LECTURE

The South African Literary Awards (SALA) welcomes aboard the City of Joburg – through the Library and Information Services – into a partnership that includes the national Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) in hosting the 13th...

Customs Seizes N80Million Fuel Bound for Benin

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted 1,980 jerrycans of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), valued at ₦80.4 million, that were being smuggled to the Republic of Benin. The National Coordinator of Operation Whirlwind, Assistant Controller...

Nigeria Thrash Benin Republic 4-0 To Boost World Cup Hopes

A Victor Osimhen hat-trick and a sensational pile-driver by substitute Frank Onyeka that ensured a 4-0 win over Benin Republic in Uyo on Tuesday evening was enough to send Nigeria to the Four-Team CAF Playoff Tournament for the 2026 FIFA World Cup...

How Super Eagles fans celebrated Victor Osimhen during the 2026 WCQ vs Benin, video

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen was in the form of his life against Benin Republic at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium on Tuesday night The Galatasaray forward scored his first hat-trick in two years as Nigeria dismantled the Cheetahs in their...

Tinubu Urges Super Eagles To Seal World Cup Spot After 4-0 Win Over Benin Republic

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged the Super Eagles to go all the way and book their ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup after their 4-0 victory over Benin Republic on Tuesday night in Uyo. The President, in a congratulatory message, praised the...

Edo Governor Okpebholo Orders Newly Appointed Commissioners To Wear ‘Asiwaju Cap’, Threatens Sanctions For Defaulters

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has directed his newly appointed commissioners and top government officials to always wear the ‘Asiwaju Mandate Cap’ as a show of loyalty to President Bola Tinubu, warning that any commissioner who fails to...