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November 29, 2024 Friendly: Demehin Excluded from Super Falcons’ Match Against France
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Friendly: Demehin Excluded from Super Falcons’ Match Against France

Galatasaray defender Oluwatosin Demehin will be absent for the Super Falcons' upcoming friendly match against France due to injury. Demehin picked up the injury during a recent league fixture with Galatasaray.

As a result, interim head coach Justine Madugu will have 19 players available for the match. The friendly is set to take place on Saturday at the Stade Raymond Kopa in Angers, with a kick-off time of 9:30 pm Nigeria time.

This will be the fourth meeting between the two nations, with France having won all three of the previous encounters.

 

November 29, 2024 Osun State Set to Implement New Minimum Wage Starting December 1
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Osun State Set to Implement New Minimum Wage Starting December 1

The Osun State Government has announced that the new minimum wage of N75,554.20 for civil servants will take effect from December 1, 2024. This follows the successful conclusion of negotiations between the state government and labor unions.

In addition to the minimum wage increase, the government has approved a uniform N25,000 increase for all pensioners. Arrears for the minimum wage will be paid alongside November salaries for workers.

During the official signing of the agreement, Osun’s Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, emphasized that this decision reflects Governor Ademola Adeleke’s dedication to ensuring a satisfied and motivated workforce. Alimi remarked, “This move highlights the Adeleke administration’s focus on worker welfare and the well-being of retirees.”

The ceremony was attended by the state chairpersons of the Trade Union Congress and the Nigeria Labour Congress, Abimbola Fasasi and Christopher Arapasopo. Osun’s Deputy Governor, Kola Adewusi, commended the peaceful resolution of the negotiations and praised Adeleke’s leadership, which he said had gone above and beyond expectations. He urged workers to respond by enhancing service delivery and productivity across the state.

A circular issued on November 29, 2024, by the Head of Service, Ayanleye Aina, provided further details on the wage adjustment. It stated that the N25,000 pension increase reflects the government’s sensitivity to the needs of senior citizens and its commitment to resolving outstanding pension issues.

The circular also noted that the wage hike was the result of “exhaustive negotiations” between the government and labor unions, with consideration given to factors such as state revenue, debt obligations, and economic sustainability. It confirmed that the new wage will take effect on December 1, 2024, with arrears to be paid for one month, and stated that other salary structures will be addressed in the future.

The government has called on all public servants, including local government workers, to show renewed commitment to service delivery and contribute to Osun State’s ongoing development.

 

November 29, 2024 Public Outcry as Investigative Journalist Fisayo Soyombo Detained by Army
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Public Outcry as Investigative Journalist Fisayo Soyombo Detained by Army

Renowned investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo, founder of the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), has been detained for three days by the 6th Division of the Nigerian Army in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, sparking nationwide outrage.

Soyombo, celebrated for exposing corruption and systemic failures, is being held without clear charges, raising serious concerns about press freedom in Nigeria.

In a statement on Friday, November 29, FIJ denounced the detention, describing it as a direct assault on journalism.
“Journalism is not a crime! #FreeFisayoNow,” the organization declared, urging the military to immediately release Soyombo and protect confiscated evidence.
“All his devices have been seized. We demand the Nigerian Army safeguards this evidence to ensure the truth is not suppressed,” FIJ added.

This marks yet another instance of journalists facing persecution in Nigeria, where press freedom is increasingly under threat. Soyombo himself was briefly detained in 2021 following an exposé on police corruption.

The latest detention has sparked an outcry on social media, with the hashtag #FreeFisayoNow trending as activists, rights groups, and citizens demand his release.

Amnesty International Nigeria described the detention as "arbitrary and unlawful," calling for his immediate and unconditional release. Activist Aisha Yesufu criticized the Army's priorities, urging them to focus on arresting criminals rather than journalists.
“Dear Nigerian Army, go and arrest Bello Turji, who has killed Nigerians and your personnel. Leave Fisayo alone. Journalism is not a crime,” she posted on X (formerly Twitter).

The International Centre for Investigative Reporting echoed these sentiments, labelling the incident an attack on press freedom.

Despite mounting pressure, the Nigerian Army has neither confirmed the detention nor provided an official explanation. Attempts to contact Army spokesperson Clement Nwachukwu have gone unanswered.

Nigeria continues to rank poorly on global press freedom indices. In the 2024 World Press Freedom Index, the country was ranked 115th out of 180 countries, solidifying its reputation as one of the most dangerous places for journalists in West Africa.

The detention of Fisayo Soyombo underscores the growing challenges faced by the Nigerian press as rights groups and citizens rally for his freedom.

November 29, 2024 Lookman, Ekong, Oshoala, and Onuachu Nominated for FIFA Best Awards
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Lookman, Ekong, Oshoala, and Onuachu Nominated for FIFA Best Awards

Four Nigerian football stars—Ademola Lookman, William Troost-Ekong, Paul Onuachu, and Asisat Oshoala—have been nominated for the prestigious FIFA Best Awards 2024, highlighting their exceptional performances over the past year.

Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman received a nomination in the Best Attacker category. The 27-year-old, who placed 14th in the Ballon d’Or rankings, is also among the top contenders for the CAF Men’s Player of the Year award.

William Troost-Ekong, a key figure in Nigeria’s defense, is shortlisted for the Best Defender award. The center-back was recognized as the Most Valuable Player (MVP) at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) held earlier this year in Côte d’Ivoire.

Forward Paul Onuachu is in the running for the Puskás Award, which celebrates the best goal of the year. His stunning strike against Konyaspor on November 10, 2023, during his loan spell at Trabzonspor in the Turkish Süper Lig, earned him a spot on the shortlist.

Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala has been nominated for the FIFA Marta Award, a newly introduced category recognizing the best goal scored by a female player within the year.

These nominations underscore the global impact of Nigerian football talents and their exceptional contributions to the sport. Fans eagerly await the award ceremony to see if these stars will bring home the honors.

 

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