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Pochettino calls Man City’s success ‘a period of deception’

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 12:17 PM wire dispatch

Mauricio Pochettino has branded Manchester City’s era of success “a period of deception” after they were reportedly found guilty of financial rule breaches. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

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Durbar: Kano govt warns against defying restrictions

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 12:14 PM wire dispatch

The Kano State Government has warned traditional rulers, politicians, religious leaders and community leaders against making statements or taking actions that could encourage people to disobey lawful directives or threaten peace in the state. The warning was issued in a statement by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Justice and Constitutional Matters, Aminu Hussaini.

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LA 2028 Olympics: Eguavoen Names Ajibade, Nnadozie, 26 Others For Comoros

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 12:02 PM wire dispatch

Super Falcons interim head coach Augustine Eguavoen has named a 28-player squad for Nigeria’s second-round 2028 Olympic qualifying tie against Comoros next month. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, defenders Michelle Alozie, Oluwatosin Demehin and Ashley Plumptre, midfielders Christy Ucheibe, Toni Payne and Jennifer Echegini, as well as forwards Asisat Oshoala, Gift Monday and Uchenna […].

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Eguavoen invites Ajibade, Nnadozie, 26 others as Super Falcons begin Olympic qualification race against Comoros

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 11:56 AM wire dispatch

The players have been instructed to report to the AM2PM Hotel in Ijebu-Ode on Saturday, 3rd October. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

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City Beats Archives - Page 3647 of 3647 - The Nation Newspaper

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 11:56 AM wire dispatch

Comprehensive up-to-date news coverage, aggregated from s all over the world by Google News. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

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US urges Nigeria to sustain efforts against Middle Belt attacks

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 12:16 PM wire dispatch

The United States has praised Nigeria’s response to recent attacks in the Middle Belt, urging the government to maintain efforts to safeguard communities in Plateau State. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

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Mystery over UK airbase scare after reports of no explosives found

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 12:08 PM wire dispatch

A probe into a suspected bomb plot at a UK airbase used by the US is in confusion after five men were released and no explosives were reportedly found. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

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NFSS deploys personnel after suspected rabid dogs bite 18 in Kano

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 12:12 PM wire dispatch

The Nigerian Forest Security Service (NFSS) has deployed personnel to Garko Local Government Area of Kano State following attacks by suspected rabid dogs that left 18 residents injured. The command’s spokesman, Usman Abdullahi-Umar, said in a statement that the State Commander of the NFSS, Abdullahi Al’ameen, received a distress report at about 2 p.m.

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After Madagascar Heroics, Usor Targets Guinea-Bissau

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 11:52 AM wire dispatch

LASK forward Moses Usor has vowed to maintain his impressive start with the Super Eagles when Nigeria face Guinea-Bissau in their second 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture on Tuesday. Usor announced himself on the international stage in emphatic fashion last Friday, scoring the winning goal in Nigeria’s 2-1 comeback victory over Madagascar in […].

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AFCON Qualifiers: Full list of Super Eagles players doubtful for Guinea-Bissau clash

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 12:04 PM wire dispatch

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle is facing selection concerns ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Guinea-Bissau, with George Ilenikhena, Tolu Arokodare and Akor Adams among the players doubtful for the match. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

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Kenyan court halts Dangote refinery work as firm says groundbreaking holds

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 11:50 AM wire dispatch

A Kenyan court has ordered a halt to construction of the proposed Dangote refinery in Lamu County following a lawsuit by local farmers over evictions. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

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AFCON 2027Q: Iwobi to captain Super Eagles against Guinea-Bissau

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 12:12 PM wire dispatch

Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi will captain the Super Eagles in tonight’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday two clash against Guinea-Bissau’s Djurtus. According to SCORENigeria, regular captain Wilfred Ndidi will start the encounter from the bench.

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BREAKING: Uba Sani Suspends 66th Independence Day Celebration In Kaduna

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 11:51 AM wire dispatch

The Kaduna State Government has announced the immediate suspension of the 66th Independence Day celebration scheduled to place on Thursday October 1, 2026. Announcing the suspension on behalf of Governor Sani, Commissioner Ministry of Information and Culture, Ahmed Maiyaki, regretted any inconvenience the decision may have caused. In a statement on Tuesday, entitled: ‘Suspension of […].

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Jerry Eze apologises to worshippers turned away at Old Trafford

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 11:58 AM wire dispatch

“Before I continue, I want to sincerely, from the depth of my heart, apologise. Apologise to the tens of thousands of people who were turned back,” Eze said.

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NASS to translate laws into Igbo, Hausa, Yoruba

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 11:49 AM wire dispatch

The National Assembly is set to translate Nigerian laws into Igbo, Hausa, Yoruba, and other local languages to expand public access to legislative informat. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

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21 companies fined N30m each for operating without SEC licences

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 12:08 PM wire dispatch

The Federal High Court in Lafia, Nasarawa State, has convicted and sentenced 21 companies for operating financial investment businesses without valid licences from the Securities and Exchange Commission, SEC. Justice Anyalewa Onoja-Alapa handed down the verdict after the companies were prosecuted by the Abuja Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.

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Trump’s Canadian Alcohol Import Ban Takes Effect As Trade Tensions Escalate

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 11:49 AM wire dispatch

A new US ban on certain Canadian alcoholic beverages has taken effect, adding another layer to the increasingly strained trade relationship between Washington and Ottawa. The measure came into force on Tuesday, September 29, following months of escalating tariffs and retaliatory trade measures between the two countries. It targets specified alcoholic products from Canada, although […].

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‘I’m proud of you’ – Otedola writes after dinner with Tinubu in Paris

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 11:55 AM wire dispatch

Billionaire businessman Femi Otedola said on Tuesday that he remains proud of President Bola Tinubu following what he described as his “bold and forward-thinking reforms”. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

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Troops recover 11 rustled cattle from suspected terrorists in Kaduna

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 12:05 PM wire dispatch

Troops of 4 Demo Battalion, operating under Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have recovered 11 rustled cattle from terrorists in Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Security analyst Zagazola Makama, in a post on X on Tuesday, quoted security s as saying the recovery followed credible information about cattle-rustling activities at Katabu Pole Wire village.

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Slipknot Announce Massive 2027 Stadium Tour With Bring Me The Horizon

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 11:49 AM wire dispatch

Slipknot are taking their live show to stadiums across three continents next year with the newly announced (sic)est Stadium Tour, their biggest global stadium run to date. The tour will begin at London’s Wembley Stadium on July 3, 2027, in what will be the band’s only UK and European performance of the tour.

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‘You are pained because I left a feeble brained man’ — Moyo Lawal fires back

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 11:59 AM wire dispatch

Nollywood actress, Moyo Lawal has hit back at a man who age-shamed  her and accused her of refusing to retire from the entertainment industry,  preventing younger actresses from getting opportunities. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.

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UK Foreign Worker Settlement: Home Secretary Signals Possible Policy Revision

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 11:47 AM wire dispatch

UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has indicated that the British government may alter proposed migration reforms that would extend the waiting period for foreign workers seeking permanent residence.   Speaking at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool, Mahmood addressed rising concerns from cabinet colleagues and trade unions regarding the fairness of the proposed changes to […].

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Buhari found it difficult to manage Yorubas, threw me under the bus – Babachir Lawal

FILED: Sep 29, 2026 • 11:51 AM wire dispatch

Official updates highlight key developments regarding buhari found it difficult to manage Yorubas, threw me under the bus – Babachir Lawal. Industry analysts and regulatory authorities are actively monitoring the situation to determine long-term socio-economic implications.

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