Evening recap: Tinubu orders crackdown on thuggery, Super Eagles win, other top stories

The news cycle on Friday was dominated by developments in politics, diplomacy, security, and sports, as Nigeria gears up for the 2027 general elections. In South Africa, Nigeria's Ambassador Femi Fani-Kayode secured the release of his speech after protesting its omission from the livestream of a diplomatic ceremony. Meanwhile, a prophet was arraigned for filming the remains of late gospel singer Toluwanisings at a morgue without consent.

The Super Eagles boosted their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualification hopes with a 3-1 victory over Tanzania, with Tolu Arokodare scoring twice. President Bola Tinubu condemned political violence and directed security agencies to tackle thuggery as preparations for the 2027 elections gather momentum.

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