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Tinubu Commends Super Eagles, Urges ‘Em to Focus on AFCON

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President Bola Tinubu has commended the Super Eagles for putting up their best efforts towards qualifying for the FIFA World Cup, despite their loss in the playoffs on Sunday Tinubu Commends Super Eagles, Urges ‘Em to Focus on AFCON President Bola Tinubu has commended the Super Eagles for putting up their best efforts towards qualifying for the FIFA World Cup, despite their loss in the playoffs on Sunday. The President, in a statement on Monday, charged the Eagles to put behind them the loss to the Democratic Republic of Congo and prepare for the African Cup of Nations, which will be held from December 2025 to January 2026 in Morocco. Nigeria’s dream of featuring in the World Cup was dashed as Congo DR eliminated the Super Eagles in a dramatic qualifier play-off on Sunday night in Morocco. The Eagles lost in a penalty shootout after the game ended 1-1 in extra time. DR Congo triumphed 4-3 on penalties to advance to the Inter-Confederation play-off, keeping their own 2026 World Cup hopes alive. President Tinubu said that, although it was painful that the Eagles failed to qualify for the World Cup tournament for the second consecutive time, the team must be commended for striving hard to reach the Mundial, particularly after winning their first playoff match. President Tinubu remarked: “Notwithstanding the unfortunate loss, we must commend the players for their efforts and continue to support them. “We must now plug all the loopholes. Our football administrators, players, and indeed all stakeholders must go back to the drawing board. “Now is the time to focus all efforts on the Cup of Nations. Our Super Eagles must recover the lost glory.” The President, in a statement on Monday, charged the Eagles to put behind them the loss to the Democratic Republic of Congo and prepare for the African Cup of Nations, which will be held from December 2025 to January 2026 in Morocco. Nigeria’s dream of featuring in the World Cup was dashed as Congo DR eliminated the Super Eagles in a dramatic qualifier play-off on Sunday night in Morocco. The Eagles lost in a penalty shootout after the game ended 1-1 in extra time. DR Congo triumphed 4-3 on penalties to advance to the Inter-Confederation play-off, keeping their own 2026 World Cup hopes alive. President Tinubu said that, although it was painful that the Eagles failed to qualify for the World Cup tournament for the second consecutive time, the team must be commended for striving hard to reach the Mundial, particularly after winning their first playoff match. President Tinubu remarked: “Notwithstanding the unfortunate loss, we must commend the players for their efforts and continue to support them. “We must now plug all the loopholes. Our football administrators, players, and indeed all stakeholders must go back to the drawing board. “Now is the time to focus all efforts on the Cup of Nations. Our Super Eagles must recover the lost glory.”

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Bangladesh Court Sentences Former PM Sheikh Hasina to Death

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A Bangladesh court on Monday sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death for crimes against humanity, drawing cheers from a packed courtroom as the verdict was announced. Hasina, 78, had defied court orders to return from India to attend her trial, which centered on whether she ordered a violent crackdown on a student-led uprising that led to her ouster in August 2024. The ruling, broadcast live on national television, comes ahead of Bangladesh’s first elections since her removal, scheduled for February 2026. Judge Golam Mortuza Mozumder stated that “all the… elements constituting crimes against humanity have been fulfilled,” finding Hasina guilty on three counts: incitement, ordering killings, and failing to prevent atrocities. “We have decided to inflict her with only one sentence — that is, a sentence of death,” he said. Former Interior Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, also a fugitive, was sentenced to death on four counts of crimes against humanity, while former police chief Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun, who pleaded guilty, received a five-year prison term. Bangladesh has experienced significant political unrest since the end of Hasina’s rule, with violence disrupting campaigning for the upcoming elections. According to the United Nations, up to 1,400 people were killed in crackdowns during her final days in office, a key focus of the trial. Chief prosecutor Tajul Islam said he hoped the verdict would satisfy the public’s “thirst for justice” and mark an end to crimes against humanity. Prosecutors had filed five charges, including failure to prevent murder. The trial, conducted largely in absentia, featured months of testimony alleging that Hasina ordered mass killings. She dismissed the proceedings as a “jurisprudential joke,” refused to recognize the court, and rejected her state-appointed lawyer. In an October interview with AFP, she said a guilty verdict was “preordained” and she would “not be surprised when it comes.” Security was heightened in Dhaka ahead of the verdict, with armored vehicles and checkpoints across the capital. Nearly half of the city’s 34,000 police officers were deployed following a month of petrol bomb attacks on government buildings, buses, and religious sites. Bangladesh’s foreign ministry also summoned India’s envoy, demanding that New Delhi prevent Hasina from speaking to journalists or using media platforms to “spread hatred.” Despite the sentence, Hasina remains defiant. She expressed mourning for the lives lost during the crackdown but criticized the interim government’s ban on her party, the Awami League, warning that it is deepening the country’s political crisis ahead of elections in the 170-million-strong nation.

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Jake Paul to Fight Ex-heavyweight Champ Anthony Joshua on Dec. 19

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YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul will face former two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua in a professional heavyweight boxing match on December 19 at Kaseya Center in Miami, Most Valuable Promotions told ESPN on Monday. The fight — which will be streamed live on Netflix — is scheduled for eight, 3-minute rounds and the fighters will wear 10-ounce gloves, the standard for heavyweight fights. It’s an about face for Paul, 27, who was originally slated to take on WBA lightweight champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis in an exhibition fight on November 14. However, the bout was canceled after Davis was named in a civil lawsuit filed by an ex-girlfriend accusing the boxer of aggravated battery, false imprisonment, kidnapping and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Instead of an exhibition against a hard-hitting pro boxer who campaigned at 130 pounds, Paul will now face a two-time heavyweight champion and Olympic gold medalist in a sanctioned professional boxing match who has fought as high as 256 pounds, over 100 pounds heavier than Davis. Paul has campaigned primarily as a cruiserweight with a 200-pound weight limit, although he weighed 227.25 pounds for his heavyweight exhibition fight with Mike Tyson in 2024. “This isn’t an AI simulation. This is Judgment Day,” Paul said in a statement. “A professional heavyweight fight against an elite world champion in his prime. When I beat Anthony Joshua, every doubt disappears, and no one can deny me the opportunity to fight for a world title. To all my haters, this is what you wanted. To the people of the United Kingdom, I am sorry. On Friday, December 19, under the lights in Miami, live globally only on Netflix, the torch gets passed and Britain’s Goliath gets put to sleep.” Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) is still a novice in the sport with no notable amateur experience and only 70 total rounds boxed as a pro since 2020. He’ll take a massive step up from MMA fighters and journeyman boxers to face Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs), one of the hardest hitting and most decorated heavyweights and in the world with over 160 rounds boxed in his 12 years as a professional. “Jake or anyone can get this work. No mercy,” Joshua, 36, said in a statement. “I took some time out and I’m coming back with a mega show. It’s a big opportunity for me. Whether you like it or not, I’m here to do massive numbers, have big fights and break every record whilst keeping cool, calm and collected. Mark my words, you’ll see a lot more fighters take these opportunities in the future. I’m about to break the internet over Jake Paul’s face.” In his last outing in September 2024, Joshua was stopped in the fifth round of his IBF title fight against Daniel Dubois. He elected to have elbow surgery following the loss and had been sidelined since. Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter at Matchroom Boxing, told ESPN earlier this year that his charge would fight once in 2025 before targeting a massive all-British heavyweight fight with the currently retired Tyson Fury. However, few expected the one fight in 2025 would be against Paul. “Everyone laughed when Jake Paul said in March that he wanted to fight AJ in 2026,” said Nakisa Bidarian, CEO of Most Valuable Promotions. “Well, plans changed, and in under two weeks, MVP and Netflix have made one of the biggest fights of all time. Now, as only Jake Paul could and would do, he’s fighting one of the most fearsome boxers in the world. Joshua has every advantage in this fight, except one — the delusional confidence of Jake Paul, and if anyone can shock the world, it’s him. This is a global clash between two of the most recognizable figures in the sport, Jake, the face of boxing’s new era, and Joshua, the King of UK boxing. Joshua had been targeted by Paul for a fight in 2026. However, those plans were expedited following the cancelation of the Davis fight. Most Valuable Promotions told ESPN that Paul would fight before the end of the year following the Davis cancelation but needed to quickly find an opponent. The Ring was the first to report last week that the two sides were negotiating and now Paul will get the toughest test of his young career that very few expect him to be remotely competitive in. “They say be careful what you wish for, kind of feel like that’s all I need to say,” Hearn said. “Two of the biggest names in the sport will collide on Dec 19. Whilst I admire Jake’s balls, he’s going to find out the hard way in Miami.”

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Baba Ijesha Added to Lagos State Sex Offenders’ Register Despite Release

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The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency has confirmed that Nollywood actor Olanrewaju James, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, has been officially added to the Lagos State Sex Offenders’ Register following his conviction for sexually assaulting a minor. Baba Ijesha was convicted in 2021 for assaulting a 14-year-old girl and has served his prison sentence. Shortly after his release on Saturday, he was seen resting in a vehicle. The Lagos State Government, through Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice Lawal Pedro, SAN, denied reports suggesting that the Court of Appeal had cleared the actor. Pedro described the circulating claims as “false, misleading, and irresponsible,” reaffirming that the conviction remains valid. In a statement on X on Sunday, the Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency reiterated the government’s position, quoting Pedro: “Mr Olanrewaju James was not cleared of the offences of sexual assault and indecent treatment of a child.” The agency also warned that claims promoted by actor Yomi Fabiyi were “wholly untrue and capable of alarming the public” and advised residents to disregard them. Pedro explained that Section 37 of the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency Law 2021 requires that Baba Ijesha’s name be entered into the sex offenders’ register. “This measure supports ongoing efforts to protect minors, strengthen accountability, and ensure that accurate information is available to the public,” he said. The decision to add the actor to the register follows public calls from Nollywood actress Damilola Adekoya, also known as Princess, who urged authorities during a live Instagram session on Saturday to ensure Baba Ijesha was listed.

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Former AGF Abubakar Malami Declares 2027 Kebbi Governorship Bid

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Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has officially declared his intention to run for governor of Kebbi State in the 2027 election, promising to tackle insecurity and revive the state’s struggling agricultural sector. Malami made the announcement during an interview with DCL Hausa on Monday, where he expressed confidence in the strength of his political backing across Kebbi State. “INEC guidelines don’t permit mobilisation yet, but when the time comes, you will see that the people of Kebbi are with us. I have agreed to contest, and there is no retreat. God willing, we are going to win. We won’t disappoint those who believe in us,” he said. Criticizing the ruling All Progressives Congress, Malami accused the party of worsening conditions in the North and leaving farmers vulnerable to insecurity. He lamented that bandit attacks have forced many farmers off their land, severely affecting food production. “Today, rice mills that operated for two decades have shut down because of bad policies that favour foreign companies,” he said, blaming both state and federal authorities for “negligence and policy failure.” Malami said his governorship ambition is driven by a desire to “salvage Kebbi State,” restore security, rebuild the agricultural sector, and protect the welfare of residents. He insisted that his campaign is “not for personal gain but a rescue mission.”

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Taraba Assembly Speaker and 15 Lawmakers Join APC

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The Speaker of the Taraba State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Kizito Bonzena, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC), alongside 15 other lawmakers from the state assembly. The group of defectors includes Deputy Speaker Hamman Adama Abdullai (Bali 2), Majority Leader Jethro Yakubu (Wukari 1), Tafarki Eneme (Kurmi), Akila Nuhu (Lau), Musa Chul (Gassol 1), Josiah Yaro (Wukari 2), Tanko Yusuf (Takum 1), Veronica Alhassan (Bali 1), Anas Shuaibu (Karim Lamido 2), Nelson Len (Nguroje), Umar Adamu (Jalingo 1), Joseph Kassong (Yorro), John Lamba (Takum 2), Happy Shonruba (Ardo-Kola), and Zakari Sanusi (Ibi). Bonzena emphasized that the decision was made in the collective interest of Taraba State, not for personal gain. “Our people should not misinterpret this decision. It is for the interest of Taraba. We now have all 24 members of the House as APC members. We want the people of Taraba to see this as the best decision for the state and continue to support the government,” he said. Former Speaker and Mbamnga Constituency representative, Peter Diah, welcomed the defectors, noting that the House had previously supported APC members when they were in the minority. He expressed satisfaction that all members are now united under the vision of President Bola Tinubu. Bonzena also prayed that the move would usher in a new era of progress for Taraba State. With the shift, the Taraba State House of Assembly now has no opposition members. Governor Kefas has confirmed he will also defect from the PDP, with his formal declaration for the APC scheduled for Saturday. The mass defections have raised concerns among critics, who argue that the moves may be pushing Nigeria toward a one-party system under the APC.

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Electricity Company Threatens Nationwide Shutdown After Police Attack on Imo Staff

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The nation’s power supply faces potential disruption after the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) threatened a nationwide shutdown following an alleged attack on Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) staff by armed police officers at the Egbu 132/33kV Transmission Substation in Imo State. The union described the incident as a “brutal invasion” and has ordered its members in Imo State to suspend electricity operations until further notice. According to NUEE, staff on duty were beaten, held at gunpoint, and some were reportedly taken away by police officers allegedly acting under state directives. The incident has sparked outrage across the power sector, with NUEE warning that it may withdraw services nationwide unless immediate measures are taken to protect electricity workers. Police operatives were accused of forcefully entering control rooms, damaging equipment, and disrupting operations, while assaulting staff and taking some to an undisclosed location. In a statement on Saturday, NUEE Acting General Secretary Dominic Igwebike condemned the police actions, calling them unprofessional and violent. He said officers attempted to force staff to grant an illegal power outage, disconnecting electricity at gunpoint, vandalizing equipment, and assaulting workers. Personal belongings, including phones, laptops, and vehicles, were reportedly destroyed, and CCTV cameras damaged. The union demanded the immediate release of abducted members, full medical attention for assaulted workers, and replacement of damaged or confiscated property. NUEE also called on TCN management, the Federal Ministry of Power, and the Inspector-General of Police to ensure the safety of electricity workers. Igwebike warned that work would not resume until staff safety is guaranteed. “Failure to address these issues promptly will leave the union with no option but to withdraw our services nationwide until adequate protection is secured at all workplaces,” he said. The threat of service withdrawal underscores rising tensions in the nation’s power sector and raises concerns over potential widespread disruptions if the situation is not quickly resolved.

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Blueface Reveals He Wants to Collaborate With Burna Boy

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American rapper Blueface, recently released from jail, has revealed his interest in collaborating with Nigerian Afrobeat superstar Burna Boy. During a livestream that drew significant attention from fans, a streamer asked Blueface which artists he would like to work with that he hasn’t collaborated with yet. “I’d like to work with Burna Boy,” Blueface said, naming the global hitmaker as his top choice and expressing enthusiasm about creating music together. The comments have already sparked a wave of excitement on social media, with fans sharing clips from the livestream and speculating about the potential for a cross-continental collaboration. Blueface says Burna Boy is the the only artist he wants to work with. https://t.co/ZK6qo9OSXl pic.twitter.com/AyzBybeBmN — benny. (@1BENNY7G) November 16, 2025

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