For the layman, FIFA means Federation of International Football Associations. It was formed 122 years ago on May 21, 1904 in Rue Saint-Honore in Paris, France. Incidentally, its first president was a French man named Robert Guérin who served for two years, 1904-1906. After him came Daniel Burley Woolfall (England): 1906–1918, Jules Rimet (France): 1921–1954, […]
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Brazil were forced to come from behind to snatch a 1-1 draw with African champions Morocco in their World Cup Group C opener at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Saturday.
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By Peterside Apereseimokomo In the turbulent waters of Nigerian politics, leadership is often defined by the fierce defense of one’s own territory, faction, or political camp. Yet, every once in a generation, a leader emerges who transcends these artificial boundaries to embody the very soul of a people. For the Ijaw nation, that leader is Senator […]
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By Kehinde Olaosebikan As the 10th Senate marks three years, one name defines its rhythm: Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, CON. Majority Leader. Lawyer. Bridge builder. To call him “The All Round Leader” is to capture three years of law, politics, and quiet consensus in the Red Chamber. The Lawmaker’s Lawmaker MOB came prepared. A lawyer with […]
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By Toni Kan A wag once said that the reward for hard work is more work. This aphorism was at the core of Yemi Cardoso’s acceptance speech in London on June 10, 2026 when he accepted the Central Banking award for Central Bank of the Year on behalf of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). […]
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By Glory Wobo When a tough task is to be undertaken, a person with the required experience is normally chosen to lead the group that will undertake that task. Primodial sentiments are kept aside, while choosing the leader, if the task at hand is to be done speedily and efficiently. Therefore, the choice of Kingsley Ogundu […]
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Thanks be to God for life. You are a testifier. That we are alive to witness the first half of the sixth month is indeed a testimony. Beloved, the greatest testimony is that of life and the salvation of our souls. Sleeping and waking up, isn’t by our power. It is God that gives […]
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