Meanwhile, key revelations from La Repubblic indicate that Lille had proposed an effective sale price of €50 million for Osimhen, which was artificially supplemented by the inflated transfer fees allocated to the other players.
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By Sakariyah, Ridwanullah As the year winds down, Nigeria’s cultural calendar ignites with the phenomenon known as Dirty December – a month-long extravaganza of festivities, music, and communal revelry that transforms the nation into a hub of unbridled celebration. Coined from the Pidgin term “detty,” implying a “dirty” or carefree letting loose, this season draws millions, including diaspora returnees, to partake in concerts, carnivals, and gatherings across states. However, amid the joy, economic pressures loom large, with inflation hovering at over 30 percent and living costs strain household budgets (Trading Economics, 2024). In a country where economic disparities are stark,…
By Jeremiah Aminu Since the dawn of time, humanity has been driven by the curiosity to explain the mysteries that characterise the very fabric of existence. It is this curiosity that has prompted humankind to make cutting-edge discoveries that provide explanations concerning bizarre phenomena and places such as the operational process of time and space, gravity, stories about mysterious locations (one of which is the Bermuda Triangle), and many other universal wonders. One of such bizarre events that has continuously piqued the interests of many is the unusual seasonal conditions in Northern Norway whereby, in particular seasons, the region does…
By Sakariyah, Ridwanullah The Nigerian state has subsidised petrol since the 1970s, keeping pump prices artificially low to protect citizens from global oil shocks. But the books tell a darker story. According to the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI), between 2005 and 2021 the country spent ₦13.697 trillion on subsidies. NEITI’s 2022 Executive Secretary, Orji Ogbonnaya Orji, explained that this amount could have built at least three modern refineries with the capacity to process 450,000 barrels of crude per day – plants that might have freed Nigeria from its humiliating reliance on imported fuel. Instead, Nigeria remains the only…
Boluwatife Kehinde Ruben Amorim is expected to have three years to demonstrate his capabilities at Manchester United, as co-owner Jim Ratcliffe emphasizes the importance of thoughtful decision-making regarding the manager’s future amid ongoing challenges. Throughout this season, there has been considerable speculation about Amorim’s position as United has faced various difficulties. The former Sporting Lisbon manager, appointed by Ratcliffe in November 2024, openly acknowledged that he contemplated resigning during some of United’s more challenging periods. Last season, his team finished 15th in the Premier League, marking the club’s lowest final position since 1973-74, along with a missed opportunity to qualify…
Boluwatife Kehinde Nigeria’s Flying Eagles journey at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile 2025 ended in heartbreak as they suffered a resounding 4–0 defeat at the hands of Argentina in the round of 16. The South American team demonstrated their dominance with a display characterized by ruthless efficiency, scoring twice in each half to secure their place in the quarter-finals. Throughout the match, Nigeria’s Flying Eagles struggled to keep pace with the relentless intensity and tactical prowess exhibited by Diego Placente’s side. The match commenced with a shocking start for Nigeria. In just the second minute,…
By: Fatima Idera and Helen Okechukwu In recent years, Nigeria has grappled with a troubling wave of certificate forgery scandals involving members of its political elite, including ministers holding some of the nation’s most strategic positions. These recurring controversies have deepened public concern about integrity, accountability, and the credibility of the country’s vetting system for political appointments. The latest scandal erupted in 2025, following revelations that the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, allegedly presented falsified academic credentials from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN). The university later disowned the degree purportedly linked to him, stating that…
Boluwatife Kehinde Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, is gearing up for a rigorous journey toward the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup after being placed in a particularly tough qualifying group. This announcement was made during the draw ceremony held on Tuesday at the prestigious Patrick Baumann House of Basketball in Mies, Switzerland. As four-time African champions, D’Tigress are set to contend for a coveted World Cup spot in Lyon-Villeurbanne, France—one of the four cities designated as hosts for the global qualifiers. The matches are scheduled to take place from March 11 to 17, 2026, marking this segment…
Former NFF President and FIFA Council member, Amaju Pinnick, continues to maintain his stature on the international stage with his re-appointment as Deputy Chair of the FIFA Men’s National Teams Competitions Committee.
By Eniola Amadu The UK’s largest-ever legal action over environmental pollution has been filed at the High Court, with almost 4,000 people suing major poultry producers and a water company over what they describe as “extensive and widespread pollution” in three rivers called the Wye, Lugg and Usk. The claimants argue that the worsening condition of the rivers has damaged local businesses, lowered property values and diminished public enjoyment of the countryside. They are seeking substantial compensation and a court order requiring the companies to clean up the waterways. The defendants namely Avara Foods Limited, Freemans of Newent Limited and…
