Thursday, January 15, 2026
Sports

CAF appoints Somali referee Omar Artan for Nigeria Vs Algeria game

Omar Abdulkadir Artan The Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) has appointed Somalia Omar Artan as the centre referee of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nation quarter final game between the Nigeria Super Eagles and the Desert Foxes of Algeria. This was after earlier reports of his removal by the Africa Football governing body for alleged commercial regulation breaches. Sponsorship rules regarding footwear. He was said to had put on non-approved boots. However, CAF appointment of Artan highlights his respected status on the continent and selection for the 2026 FIFA World...
Politics

Rivers Assembly Commences Impeachment Proceedings Against Governor Fubara, Lists 9 Allegations of Gross Misconduct

Speaking during a plenary session broadcast live on Channels Television and ARISE TV, Jack accused the governor of, among other things, failing to implement the constitutional provisions on financial autonomy for the judiciary and the legislature, starving the Rivers State House of Assembly Service Commission of funds, and engaging in extra-budgetary expenditure without legislative approval.
Politics

Edo residents, traders reaffirm support for Ikpoba Hill flyover bridge

    • Applaud economic benefits     From our news desk, Benin     Traders, motorists and residents within the Ikpoba Hill and Ramat Park axis in Benin City, have reaffirmed strong support for the ongoing construction of the first flyover bridge in Edo State under the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo.   They described the project as a major boost to economic activities, traffic flow and urban renewal.   Ebojele Akhere Patrick PhD, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Edo State made this known in a...
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