Top Trending News in Nigeria Today – April 5, 2025

⚽ Al Hilal vs Al Nassr – The Saudi Showdown..

The Saudi Pro League match between Al Hilal and Al Nassr is one of today’s most searched topics in Nigeria. The attention largely comes from the participation of global football icon Cristiano Ronaldo, whose every touch on the pitch continues to spark excitement worldwide. Nigerian fans followed the action closely, with hashtags like #HilalNassr and #RonaldoTrending dominating social media. This rivalry isn’t just about bragging rights but a battle that impacts the league title race significantly.
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⚽ Kevin De Bruyne – Midfield Masterclass Keeps Fans Buzzing

​Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has announced he will leave the club at the end of the 2024-2025 season, concluding a decade-long tenure marked by significant achievements. ​Teammate Jack Grealish expressed his sentiments on social media, stating, “It’s been an absolute pleasure to share the pitch with you, Kev. Your vision and skill are unparalleled, and you’ve been an inspiration to us all.” ​Manager Pep Guardiola also praised De Bruyne, calling him “one of the greatest” players in Premier League history and acknowledging his consistent performance over the years. ​
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⚽ Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol – The Surprise Match Grabbing Eyeballs

​Following their impressive 4-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano on April 4, 2025, RCD Espanyol‘s locker room was filled with jubilation and camaraderie. The players’ celebration highlighted their unity and team spirit.​ A standout moment featured Omar El Hilali playfully interrupting teammate Javi Puado during a post-match interview. El Hilali, with a microphone in hand, humorously posed as a journalist, asking Puado questions and eliciting laughter from those present. This light-hearted exchange quickly gained traction on social media, symbolizing the positive atmosphere within the team.
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🧾 NYSC Arrears and Minimum Wage Exemption – Youths Demand Clarity

​The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Yushau Ahmed, has announced that corps members who recently completed their service will receive an arrears payment of N77,000. This payment is intended to cover the difference resulting from the recent increase in the monthly allowance for corps members. The Federal Government had earlier approved an increment of the corps members’ monthly allowance from N33,000 to N77,000. However, there had been delays in the disbursement of the new allowance due to pending release of funds. ​
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🛢️ Adesua Dozie Appointed to NNPC – Policy & Power

The recent appointment of the new board for the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has sparked concerns regarding gender imbalance. The Women in Energy Network (WIEN) has expressed disappointment over the minimal representation of women on the board, highlighting a broader issue of gender inclusivity in leadership roles within the energy sector. ​President Bola Tinubu’s overhaul of the NNPCL board aims to rejuvenate the country’s oil sector, with notable appointments including former Shell executive Bashir Ojulari as the new Chief Executive Officer and Ahmadu Musa Kida as the board chairman. However, the composition has raised eyebrows due to the limited inclusion of female professionals.
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⚽ Everton vs Arsenal – Major changes to starting XI made..

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has announced five changes to the starting lineup for today’s Premier League match against Everton at Goodison Park. With a Champions League fixture against Real Madrid approaching, Arteta aims to manage player workload effectively. The Premier League match between Everton and Arsenal is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, 2025, with kickoff at 12:30 PM BST at Goodison Park in Liverpool.
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Startimes better than Dstv or Gotv? A Comparison Post..

Multichoice or StarTimes, people say the GAP is too wide but we feel its worth comparing as the later has been improving her customer base on daily bases.

Background

MultiChoice the service provider of Dstv commenced operation in Nigeria on the 6th October 1995 (28 years old)

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DStv Prestige: MultiChoice uncovers New Subscription Package

Multichoice has consistently trill their customers with special packages and mouth watering offers, hence the announcement of the launch of a new subscription package which has an exclusive benefits for subscribers.

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Startimes Subscription Prices

If you have a Startimes subscription, you are aware that renewing it regularly is crucial to maintaining uninterrupted access to your preferred TV channels and shows. You must have a Startimes decoder and be aware of the decoder and subscription costs in order to renew your Startimes subscription. Renew Startimes subscription here in 1min.

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Is INEC Really Independent?

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was created in year 1998 and is the electoral body which organises and cordinate elections in Nigeria.

INEC is a product of metamorphosed Electoral Commission of Nigeria (ECN) which was inaugurated in 1958 to conduct the 1959 federal elections.

General Abdulsalam Abubakar’s Administration dissolved the National Electoral Commission of Nigeria (NECON) who conducted the controversial election that General Abacha annulled and established the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

INEC is therefore established to save the Democracy in Nigeria.

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