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Government Day Secondary School, Karu, Abuja, has defeated Laurels Model College, Ada-George, Port Harcourt, by the narrowest of margins in a dramatic Group B debate at the I Beg To Differ Tournament of Champions.

Vetland Senior Grammar School, Lagos, has defeated Great Solid Rock College, Lagos, in a closely contested Group B debate on day four of the I Beg to Differ Secondary School Debate – Tournament of Champions, 2026.

Grace High School, Lagos, has edged Venocrest Schools, Eneka, Port Harcourt, in a closely fought Group A debate on Day Four of the I Beg To Differ Tournament of Champions.

Super Falcons captain has urged Nigerians to support the team rather than subject players to online criticism as Nigeria prepares to face South Africa in a crucial Women’s Africa Cup of Nations playoff Thursday night.

Nigeria and the United States have begun high-level security talks in Washington, D.C., focused on strengthening counterterrorism cooperation and expanding bilateral security collaboration.

The Presidency says public submissions on the proposed National Policing Bill, which provides a framework for state police, will close at 5 p.m. Thursday.

Lagos State Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday commissioned a mid-level agro-produce hub in Agege, saying the facility will help reduce food prices, cut post-harvest losses and create jobs.

The Rivers State Government has denied reports of a renewed dispute between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and members of the State House of Assembly over the delay in passing the 2026 Appropriation Bill.

Following a discussion on the relevance of Nigeria's educational system, Nigeria Info surveyed students at the University of Port Harcourt to hear their views on whether schools are preparing them for real life or simply producing certificate holders.

Commercial drivers in Port Harcourt have expressed frustration over what they describe as persistent extortion by both police officers and motor park operators, commonly known as agberos, saying the practice is increasing the cost of doing business and making their work more difficult.

As reports of "one-chance" robberies continue to rise in Port Harcourt, commercial drivers and residents have urged members of the public to take extra precautions when using public transport. One-chance is a form of robbery in which criminals disguise themselves as commercial transport operators or passengers to lure unsuspecting victims into vehicles before robbing, assaulting, or abducting them.

The planned ban on the use of commercial motorcycles, popularly known as okada, in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area has left many riders questioning their future, with respondents expressing concerns over the possible loss of jobs and livelihoods.

The proposed reforms to the NYSC orientation camp have continued to generate diverse opinions among students, with views differing on the planned extension of the orientation exercise, the proposed shift to civilian leadership, and the overall relevance of the scheme. As discussions continue, students remain divided on whether the changes will strengthen the programme or create new challenges for prospective corps members.

As preparations for the 2027 general elections gather pace, many residents of Port Harcourt say they have little or no confidence in the electoral process, with a large number expressing reluctance to vote. In a street survey, most of the residents who spoke said they do not intend to participate in the elections. They argued that voting has lost its value because, in their view, those elected are not always the ones who eventually assume office.

The Supreme Court’s decision to reserve judgment in the case involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and its National Chairman, David Mark, has drawn mixed reactions from callers, who weighed in on its implications for the party and broader opposition politics.

A caller on Hello PH has weighed in on the ongoing debate surrounding a man who was pressured into contributing to his wife’s father’s burial expenses, despite the presence of other siblings who could have shared the financial responsibility.

Cameroon have defeated hosts Morocco on penalties to secure a place in the final of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

Malawi have reached their first-ever final at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after a 3-1 victory over Algeria in the semi-finals of the 2026 tournament in Morocco.

The Super Falcons of Nigeria are out of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations following a loss to the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon.

Cameroon coach Valentine Nguele says the Indomitable Lionesses will approach their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal against Nigeria without fear, despite admitting the Super Falcons are favourites.