By Ismaeel Aleem  Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, reignited political debate with bold predictions about the 2027 presidential election, claiming President Bola Tinubu would fail to secure a place among the top two contenders. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, El-Rufai suggested the election could go into a run-off, as no candidate was likely to secure the required majority in the first round. He attributed this to widespread dissatisfaction…

President Bola Tinubu has pledged to expedite the implementation of all bilateral agreements signed with Colombia, underscoring Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening international partnerships. The assurance was given during a meeting with Colombian Vice President Francia Márquez at the State House. Tinubu emphasised that in a world of volatile economies and shifting policies, nations must forge new alliances for shared prosperity. READ ALSO: Tinubu greets Bishop Kukah at 73 He assured the…

By Ismaeel Aleem The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Monday defended the legality of the recently conducted local government elections in Rivers State, dismissing claims of illegality and accusing sections of the media of spreading misinformation due to poor research. Speaking at a media parley, Wike insisted that the elections were held in line with constitutional provisions and presidential powers under emergency rule. READ ALSO: Wike…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Bayern Munich have finalised an agreement with Chelsea to sign striker Nicolas Jackson on loan with a mandatory purchase clause, just hours before the summer transfer window closes. The deal involves a €16.5 million loan fee and an obligation to buy in 2026, after Chelsea pushed for improved terms. Jackson has already agreed on a five-year contract with the German champions. READ ALSO: Chelsea demand £100m for Jackson…

Nigeria striker Tolu Arokodare has penned an emotional farewell to Genk supporters as he prepares to finalise a £27m move to Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers. The 24-year-old is expected to be unveiled by Wolves on Monday after passing a medical, with the fee representing a club-record sale for Genk. His departure closes a two-year chapter in Belgium that saw him develop into one of the league’s most feared forwards.…

Manchester United have agreed a deal worth an initial £18.1m to sign Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp, ending their pursuit of Aston Villa’s World Cup winner Emiliano Martinez. The 23-year-old, capped nine times by Belgium’s Under-21s, is travelling to Manchester to finalise a five-year contract. United view him as one of Europe’s brightest goalkeeping prospects and a potential long-term successor to Thibaut Courtois at international level. United’s Goalkeeping…

Liverpool have agreed a British record £125m fee to sign Sweden striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United, smashing their own transfer record in a dramatic end to the summer window. The deal, which could rise to £130m with add-ons, eclipses the £107m Chelsea paid Benfica for Enzo Fernandez in 2023 and ranks as one of the biggest transfers in football history. Saga Finally Ends The transfer concludes a drawn-out saga…

Bayer Leverkusen have sensationally parted company with manager Erik ten Hag after only two Bundesliga fixtures, making his dismissal the fastest in the league’s history. The 55-year-old Dutchman, who signed a two-year deal in May following his exit from Manchester United, leaves the German club after a turbulent summer and a disastrous start to the new campaign. Leverkusen confirmed the news on Monday morning, with managing director Simon Rolfes acknowledging…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Bayer Leverkusen have dismissed Erik ten Hag after only two Bundesliga matches in charge, the club confirmed on Monday. The Dutch manager, appointed in the summer, failed to secure a win during his short spell. His final outing was a dramatic 3-3 draw against 10-man Werder Bremen, following a 2-1 home defeat to Hoffenheim on the opening weekend. READ ALSO: Erik Ten Hag bids farewell to Manchester United,…

A 14-year-old boy has been left in critical condition after a snake bite at one of the Internally Displaced Persons’ (IDP) camps in Agagbe, Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State. The teenager, identified as Chagu Terhemen, was reportedly on his way to the farm with his father, Tse Kyomke Mbapupuu, last Friday in Gaambe Ushin Council Ward when the snake struck. According to fellow displaced person Terna Ibaah,…

Newcastle United supporters made their feelings plain at Elland Road on Saturday. As Alexander Isak’s absence dragged into a third league game, the away end turned on their record signing with chants of: “We don’t care about Isak, he don’t care about me, all we care about is NUFC.” The Sweden international has made no secret of his wish to join Liverpool before Monday’s transfer deadline, and Newcastle’s fanbase has…

The Premier League has once again been dominated by controversy surrounding video assistant referee (VAR) decisions, with several high-profile calls sparking fury from managers and players. Burnley and Fulham were the latest clubs to find themselves on the wrong end of contentious rulings that have reignited the debate about VAR’s role in the modern game. At Old Trafford, Burnley manager Scott Parker accused VAR of stripping the sport of its…