In Morocco, the Super Eagles started off the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign on a victory note by beating Tanzania 2-1.
The tournament kicked off on Sunday night, with Davido and Angelique Kidjo delivering headline performances at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.
In Ibadan, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde declared that he is qualified to lead Nigeria, adding that he would not support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election campaign.
In another story, The Director-General of the National Counter Terrorism Centre announced that the federal government would start identifying and shutting down social media accounts used by terrorist and criminal groups in Nigeria.
The NCTC Head also revealed that some Nigerians have been faking kidnappings to extort money from their own families.
In our Good News Report, we celebrate Abia State for officially launching state-owned electric shuttle buses, marking a significant step towards sustainable transport.
In another development, the Founder and Group Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Tony Elumelu, hosted a bipartisan United States Congressional delegation at the Transcorp Hilton in Abuja led by US Congressman Bill Huizenga.
Representative Huizenga said the U.S. wants to work in partnership with Nigeria, focusing on training, intelligence sharing, and capacity-building instead of military intervention.
The Ooni of Ife welcomed Afrobeats star Asake and his mother to the ancient palace in Ile-Ife, where the musician performed a special rendition of his popular song, ‘Lonely At The Top’.
Asake also visited his alma matter, Obafemi Awolowo University where he was seen prostrating to students in a display of humility and respect for his Yoruba roots.
In our final Entertainment story, Flavour thrilled a Lagos crowd when he brought out Prophet Odumeje for a surprise performance of their song ‘Powers’.
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