Bello Omotunde As the political landscape in Lagos intensifies ahead of the 2026 gubernatorial elections, a growing wave of public discourse reveals a clear pattern: the preferences of Lagosians appear largely divided between two prominent figures — Akinwunmi Ambode and Kadiri Obafemi Hamzat. Across communities, professional groups, and political circles, conversations around leadership continuity, performance,…
Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the most pressing public health challenges in Nigeria, continuing to place significant strain on patients, healthcare workers, and the national healthcare system. However, recent developments signal a promising shift from pressure to measurable progress, as the country strengthens its diagnostic capacity and response strategies. According to insights shared by Roberto…
Morocco have officially been crowned champions of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations following a dramatic decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to overturn the original outcome of the final match against Senegal. Senegal had initially secured a 1–0 victory in the final played on 18 January, a match marred by controversy after…
Nigeria’s growing prominence in international wrestling received a major boost as four Nigerian athletes emerged gold medalists at the 2026 NAIA Women’s Wrestling National Championships in the United States. The prestigious collegiate tournament featured over 210 wrestlers competing across 10 weight classes, with the Nigerian quartet delivering outstanding performances to dominate their respective divisions. Leading…
A new youth-focused health advocacy campaign, the Healthy Living Initiative, has been launched to inspire young people to adopt better hygiene practices and healthy lifestyle habits as essential foundations for confidence, wellness, and personal development. The initiative is being championed by Amb. Kemi Olundegun, a Youth Ambassador with the West African Youth Council, who is…
It was a colourful and spiritually uplifting atmosphere at the Redeemed Christian Church of God Camp ground, Mowe, Ogun State, on Friday, March 13, 2026, as the grand finale of the Daddy G.O’s Cup football tournament was held in celebration of the 84th birthday of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God,…
A historic photograph taken in 1999 at the iconic Liberty Stadium—now known as Obafemi Awolowo Stadium—captures a moment when the arena proudly hosted the Group C match between Saudi Arabia and Mexico during the 1999 FIFA World Youth Championship. Today, that same stadium tells a very different and heartbreaking story. Once a proud symbol of…
Nigeria’s football community has been thrown into mourning following the death of former Henry Nwosu, a key member of the legendary Nigeria national football team squad that won the country’s first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title in 1980 Africa Cup of Nations. Nwosu, who passed away at the age of 61, is widely remembered as…
MSC Group has signed a landmark 45-year concession agreement with Nigerdock for the development of a modern container terminal at Snake Island Port (SIP), Lagos, Nigeria, while also concluding an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract with ITB Nigeria Limited and DEME Group to execute the project. The development represents a major milestone in MSC…
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Lagos State Chapter, joins the family, friends, and the entire Nigerian football community in mourning the passing of one of Nigeria’s most respected football icons, High Chief Festus Adegboye Onigbinde. With great gratitude to God for a life well spent, we received the news of the passing of…
