Echegini returns from injury, set to face Le Havre
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Jennifer Echegini has recovered from a hamstring injury and is expected to return to action today when PSG face Le Havre in an Arkema Premier League match. The Nigerian star picked up the injury late in a league game against Strasbourg before the international break, which ruled her out of national team […]
It’s lion, tiger situation – Shehu Sani rejects Trump’s designating Nigeria CPC
Former Kaduna Senator Shehu Sani has dismissed the United States decision, under President Donald Trump’s administration, to place Nigeria on the list of Countries of Particular Concern (CPC) over alleged religious persecution. According to him, the move is based on misinformation and does not reflect Nigeria’s reality. In a post on X, Sani argued that […]
Dangerous to pretend we didnt notice – Nicki Minaj on Trump designating Nigeria as CPC
American rap star Nicki Minaj has voiced strong concern about global religious persecution following the U.S. government’s decision to list Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC). The designation, approved by President Donald Trump’s administration, highlights fears of religious freedom violations in Nigeria. In a post shared on X, Minaj said she felt grateful […]
Christian genocide: Muslim lives matter too – Onanuga tells Trump’s govt for blacklisting Nigeria
Presidential media aide, Bayo Onanuga, has rejected claims that Christians are being deliberately targeted and killed in Nigeria. His reaction came after U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio supported President Donald Trump’s decision to place Nigeria on the “Country of Particular Concern” list over alleged Christian persecution. Rubio posted that thousands of Christians were being […]
EFCC begins investigation on Oladip’s extortion allegation against operatives
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has opened an investigation into allegations made by Nigerian rapper Oladipupo Olabode Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips. The music star claimed that some EFCC operatives extorted ₦10 million from him before granting him freedom after an arrest linked to suspected internet fraud cases. According to a statement from […]
Ukraine: Russia retaliates against 19th EU sanctions
Russia has announced fresh retaliatory measures following the European Union’s latest sanctions targeting Moscow over the war in Ukraine. The 19th sanctions package, approved on October 23, includes actions against 69 individuals and several sectors such as finance, energy, and military industries, which the EU says are supporting Russia’s war effort. In a statement on […]
Police confirm abduction of Kebbi deputy speaker, launch rescue operation
The Police Command in Kebbi State has confirmed the kidnapping of the Deputy Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Alhaji Muhammad Sama’ila-Bagudo. The incident happened on Friday night in Bagudo Local Government Area when armed men stormed the town and abducted the lawmaker shortly after he returned from observing the Isha’i prayer. According to […]
Akwa Ibom: Masquerade leader, one other arrested for alleged criminal activities, public disturbance
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a leader of a masquerade group, identified as Uwem Umana, along with another suspect, for their alleged involvement in criminal activities and public disturbance. The arrests followed a distress call from a resident who reported attacks and extortion by the masked group. According to the Police spokesperson, […]
They’re being slaughtered by radical Islamists – US lawmaker excited as Trump designates Nigeria
US lawmaker Riley M. Moore has praised former President Donald Trump for designating Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) over alleged attacks on Christians. Trump made the announcement on Friday, citing claims that Christians in Nigeria are being targeted and killed. Before the designation, Moore had claimed that more than 30 Christians were […]
EPL: Mbeumo rejected Arsenal, three other clubs before joining Man Utd
Bryan Mbeumo reportedly rejected offers from four Premier League clubs — including Arsenal — before deciding to sign for Manchester United during the summer transfer window. The Cameroon forward chose Old Trafford as his new destination despite strong interest from other top EPL sides. Mbeumo signed a five-year contract with Manchester United, with an option […]