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Boluwatife Kehinde Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has firmly denied reports suggesting that Nigeria’s national team players made any “special demands” while in camp. He clarified that the players’ current concerns are strictly about receiving their overdue payments, not additional or extraordinary requests. The response comes amid growing tension within the Nigerian camp in Morocco, where preparations for a crucial World Cup qualifying playoff were reportedly interrupted by a player protest over unpaid bonuses. Addressing the issue on social media, Troost-Ekong quoted a post from BBC journalist Oluwashina Okeleji, adding his own clarification: “Any other statement/claim…
By Fatimah Idera and Helen Okechukwu The political turbulence within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a more dynamic turn following a recent judicial ruling that threatens the party’s forthcoming planned national convention and further exposes its internal conflict. A Federal High Court in Abuja has again restrained the Peoples Democratic Party from holding its planned national convention scheduled for November 15 and 16 in Ibadan, Oyo State. Justice Peter Lifu, in a ruling on Tuesday, also stopped the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from supervising or recognising any outcome of the convention, where new national officers were to…
Boluwatife Kehinde Cristiano Ronaldo has announced that the 2026 World Cup will mark his final appearance on football’s grandest stage. The 40-year-old, five-time Ballon d’Or winner, is aiming for his sixth World Cup, even though Portugal has yet to secure qualification as they await to take Ireland on Thursday. During a Saudi-hosted global forum on tourism and investment, Ronaldo was asked if the 2026 World Cup would be his last. He responded with certainty: “Definitely, yes. I’ll be 41 years old, and I think that will be the moment.” Speaking with his usual humor, he…
Boluwatife Kehinde Despite having one match left to play, Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, have secured the 2025 WAFU Zone B U-20 Women’s Cup title after a commanding 3–0 victory over Ghana’s Black Princesses on Tuesday. The match, played at the Stade Omnisports d’Adjohoun in Benin Republic, completed a double for the Falconets, who had earlier defeated Ghana 3–1 in their opening game of the tournament. With this latest win, Falconets have collected nine points from three matches and will wrap up their group-stage campaign against Benin Republic on Wednesday. Goals from Janet Akekoromowei,…
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By: Yunusa Umar Scores of terrorists have been reportedly killed following a fierce clash between rival jihadist factions, Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), in Abadam Local Government Area of Borno State yesterday. The deadly confrontation, which erupted over territorial control and leadership supremacy, has further deepened the internal rift between the two extremist groups operating in the Lake Chad region. After days of brutal attacks, ISWAP has succeeded in defeating Gazuwa’s faction of Boko Haram. Intense fighting continues against Ngulde’s Boko Haram faction in the Sambisa forest and near the Mandara mountains. READ ALSO: Ondo govt…
Boluwatife Kehinde Ahead of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025, the Confederation of African Football (CAF), in partnership with global sports brand PUMA, has unveiled the tournament’s official match ball. The ball, named ITRI, will make its debut when the AFCON Morocco 2025 kicks off on 21 December 2025. PUMA introduced the ITRI ball, which honors the star on Morocco’s flag and draws inspiration from the country’s centuries-old zellij mosaic art. Its design combines traditional Moroccan geometric patterns with the advanced PUMA Orbita 6 technology, blending heritage with modern performance. Mohamed Ghonemi,…
Boluwatife Kehinde Nigeria international Ademola Lookman has become the subject of a transfer tussle between Tottenham Hotspur and Atletico Madrid, as tensions grow between the forward and his Atalanta manager, Ivan Jurić. The 2024 CAF Player of the Year is reportedly open to leaving Atalanta in the January transfer window, with both clubs ready to pounce on the opportunity. Tottenham view Lookman as a dynamic attacking addition capable of injecting pace and creativity into their frontline, while Atletico Madrid are eager to bolster their offensive options with his versatility and experience. According to Fichajes, Lookman has…
Ismaeel Aleem The leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Imo State has issued a fervent appeal for unity and restraint among its members and supporters, particularly in the wake of discussions triggered by the recent Anambra State Governorship Election held last Saturday. In a statement released on Monday by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Chief Macdonald Amadi, the ADC underscored its foundational principles of unity, integrity, and progress. The ADC reiterated its dedication to cultivating an environment of mutual respect and collaboration among members and coalition partners. The statement acknowledged circulating conversations within the party concerning the electoral performance…
