Serie A: Lookman keen to hit top form for Atalanta
Ademola Lookman has expressed confidence that he will soon return to his best form after scoring in Atalanta’s 1-1 draw against AC Milan on Tuesday night. The Nigerian forward netted the equalizer for Atalanta, marking his first goal of the season and giving fans hope that he is ready to bounce back after a slow […]
Akpabio deceiving you, all not well at home – Shehu tells Nigerians in diaspora
Public affairs commentator Mahdi Shehu has cautioned Nigerians living abroad to be wary of recent remarks by Senate President Godswill Akpabio regarding Nigeria’s state of affairs. In a post on X, Shehu said Akpabio’s comments about progress in the country were misleading and did not reflect the harsh realities on ground. He urged Nigerians in […]
NASS proposal for general elections in Nov 2026 raises fresh controversies
The National Assembly’s plan to move Nigeria’s next general elections to November 20, 2026 has stirred heated debate across the country. The draft amendment to the Electoral Act proposes that presidential, governorship, national and state assembly elections be held not later than 185 days before the end of current officeholders’ tenure. Lawmakers argue this adjustment […]
EPL: Be angry with your team-mates – Berbatov advises Man Utd striker Sesko
Former Manchester United star Dimitar Berbatov has shared strong advice for Benjamin Sesko, urging the young striker to show more emotion and authority on the field. Sesko joined Manchester United this summer for £74 million from RB Leipzig but is still trying to make a major impact under manager Ruben Amorim. According to Berbatov, Sesko […]
FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Four countries qualify for quarter-final
The race for the trophy at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco is getting hotter as four nations have now booked their spots in the quarter-finals. Italy, Brazil, the Netherlands and North Korea all qualified after impressive performances in Tuesday’s Round of 16 fixtures. Italy showed great strength and teamwork to record a […]
Super Eagles’ big boy – Obi Mikel hails Osimhen
Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has showered praise on Victor Osimhen, calling him the “big boy” of the Nigerian national team. Mikel celebrated the striker’s brilliant performance in Nigeria’s 4-0 victory over Benin Republic in the 2026 World Cup qualifier, where Osimhen scored a stunning hat-trick in Uyo. The convincing win helped Nigeria […]
EPL: ‘These Chelsea defenders can’t win title’ – Mikel names club to emerge champions
Former Chelsea star John Obi Mikel has backed Arsenal to win the Premier League this season, saying the Gunners have the strongest defence in the league. Speaking on his “Obi One Podcast,” Mikel argued that Arsenal’s solid backline gives them a major advantage in the title race. He noted that Mikel Arteta’s men have conceded […]
Retract claim or face legal action – NMA Enugu State threatens Prof Bala Audu, Dr Ben Egbo
The Enugu State chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has challenged the national leadership over claims that the state executives were not properly elected. In a strongly worded rebuttal and pre-action notice, the Enugu NMA described the national body’s publication as false and damaging. The chapter insisted that its chairman, Dr. Sunday Okafor, secretary […]
Reps to probe abandoned N22.5bn Kajola Dam project in Osun
The House of Representatives has agreed to investigate the long-abandoned Kajola Multipurpose Dam project in Ile-Ife, Osun State, which has remained incomplete for over 20 years despite huge public funds committed to it. The dam, now valued at N22.58 billion, was first awarded in 2004 but never completed. The motion, sponsored by Hon. Abimbola Ajilesoro, […]
DSS arrests man allegedly canvassing for military coup via social media
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested a man named Innocent Chukwuma for allegedly using social media to promote military takeover in Nigeria. Chukwuma reportedly posted messages calling for the military to remove the current democratic government. Security analyst Zagazola Makama revealed the arrest on his official X platform on Wednesday. According to him, […]