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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Congratulates Oba of Benin on 9th anniversary

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8 months ago

October 20, 2025

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated His Royal Majesty, Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, CFR, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, on the 9th anniversary of his ascension to the revered throne, which falls today (Monday, October 20).

In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President joined the government and people of Edo State, the Benin Traditional Council, and members of the royal family in celebrating the monarch on the significant occasion.

President Tinubu commended the Oba for his unwavering commitment to promoting peace, unity, and social harmony within his kingdom, as well as his active efforts in addressing societal challenges such as human trafficking and illegal migration, particularly among young people.
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He also lauded the monarch’s steadfast advocacy for cultural renaissance and the preservation of traditional values, noting his leadership role in championing the repatriation of African artefacts from Western countries.

As the Oba of Benin marks nine remarkable years on the ancestral throne, the President extolled his leadership in safeguarding Benin’s rich cultural heritage and ensuring its preservation for future generations.

Tinubu prayed that Almighty God would continue to bless the Oba with long life, good health, and many more historic accomplishments on the throne of his forebears.

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Femi Azeez Declares Dreams of Premier League Chance

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1 week ago

May 31, 2026

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Femi Azeez has declared his ambition to reach the Premier League after marking his Super Eagles debut with two goals against Zimbabwe in Nigeria’s 2-0 Unity Cup semi-final victory, a performance that made him the first Nigerian debutant to score twice for the senior team in 55 years, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.

The 24-year-old Millwall forward, who arrived at the tournament on the back of a 19-goal-contribution season across 35 Championship appearances, has quickly identified the international stage as the springboard to the next phase of his career.

“I had a good season in the Championship and obviously, to do it on the international stage as well was just that next step up,” Azeez told Sky Sports.
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“Whenever I achieve something, I’m always hungry for more. I’m never satisfied with what I’ve got. I’m always going to work towards that next level because I’m ambitious as a footballer and as a person, and I want to reach as high a level as possible.”

The winger was direct about his top-flight ambitions, saying, “The Premier League is obviously the pinnacle of football. I’d love to play in the Premier League. So obviously, working hard, I’m going to do whatever I can to get there.”

Azeez arrived in the Eagles squad having already had a strong domestic season, earning a place in the Championship Team of the Season despite Millwall narrowly missing out on automatic promotion and falling to Hull City in the play-offs. His debut brace at The Valley, Charlton’s ground in London, only sharpened a hunger that was already well established.

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