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Benin Coach Rohr Names 24-Man Squad for AFCON Qualifiers Against Nigeria, Libya
The Cheetahs of Benin, under head coach Gernot Rohr, have announced a 24-man squad for their crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Nigeria and Libya.
The squad includes key players like goalkeeper Saturnin Allagbe, Olivier Verdon, and Junior Olaitan, along with captain Steve Mounie, Jodel Dossou, and Aiyegun Tosin.
Benin will face Nigeria’s Super Eagles on November 14 at the Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium in Abidjan, before traveling for an away match against Libya’s Mediterranean Knights on November 18.
Currently, Benin sits second in Group D with six points from four games, aiming to secure qualification with these upcoming fixtures.
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“Nigeria Is Safer Than 10 Years Ago” – Seyi Law Backs Tinubu’s Administration
Nigerian comedian Seyi Law takes to social media as he defends President Bola Tinubu. The comedian stated that the president has done a lot in his administration and claimed that Nigeria is safer and economically sound under his administration.
He then compared how things now to past years under the administration of others, and shared how things were bad. He claimed that now the economy is stabilized.
“Nigeria is safer now than 10 years ago. This government has killed more bandits than any government in Nigeria since the time of Jonathan. When last have you heard of bomb blast in Nigeria?”
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Fire Incident Reported at Murtala Muhammed Airport
It has been reported that fire occurred at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos (MMIA), Terminal 1. This fire incident occurred on Monday, 23rd of February, 2026.
Passengers at that terminal were spotted running away for safety after seeing the fire and the alarm.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) released a statement and shared that no life was lost and people were saved and avoided danger.
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Kano State Shuts Down Entertainment Centres Over Ramadan Fast
It has been reported that Kano State has closed down all entertainment spots across the state. This was stated to happen because of the ongoing Ramadan fast.
The federal government shared that the new law will take place from 18th of February, 10 pm, till the last day of Ramadan. This is in order for the people participating in it to truly focus on the fast.
