Prominent human rights activist Deji Adeyanju has stated he would vote for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election if the opposition coalition, the African Democratic Congress (ADC), nominates Peter Obi as its candidate. Adeyanju made the statement on Friday during an interview on Channels Television’s Morning Brief. “God forbid that I support APC. If the opposition presents Peter Obi, I will vote for Tinubu,” he said, in response…

By Boluwatife Kehinde  ‎‎In a significant turn of events in the world of football, former Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has parted ways with Turkish club Fenerbahce. ‎This decision comes on the heels of a disappointing performance in the UEFA Champions League, where the team was unable to secure a coveted place in the 2025/26 tournament. READ ALSO: Mourinho handed three-match ban for nose grab incident ‎The final straw for Mourinho…

By Ismaeel Aleem  Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has addressed comments attributed to his predecessor, Kayode Fayemi, asserting that the people of Ekiti are not ungrateful. The statement, made during a public address in Ado-Ekiti on August 28, 2025, comes amid speculations of a rift between the two leaders, sparked by Fayemi’s alleged remarks suggesting that Ekiti residents failed to appreciate his administration’s contributions. READ ALSO: Oyebanji names Olubamise Provost of…

Former Nigerian international Austine Eguavoen has expressed understanding and support for Junior Nduka’s decision to join the Iraqi League, highlighting the player’s right to seek new opportunities and the financial benefits involved. Nduka, the former Remo Stars captain, was part of the squad that won the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) title last season. He also featured in the recently concluded CHAN tournament with the Home Eagles, where Nigeria exited…

South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has cautioned his players against underestimating the Super Eagles of Nigeria ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier next month. The Bafana Bafana boss, who guided his team to the semi-finals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, has his side sitting on top of Group C with 13 points from six matches. But with two critical fixtures coming up in September…

The Champions League league-phase draw has delivered high drama for England’s top clubs, with both Liverpool and Manchester City set to face record 15-time winners Real Madrid in a blockbuster opening round of fixtures. Thursday’s draw in Nyon confirmed that all six Premier League representatives will face daunting schedules as the competition enters its second season under the expanded 36-team “Swiss-style” format. Premier League’s tough assignments Liverpool’s reunion with Real…

Arsenal forward Kai Havertz will undergo surgery on a knee injury sustained after the opening weekend of the Premier League season, but the German international is not expected to face a lengthy spell on the sidelines. The 26-year-old, who came off the bench in Arsenal’s 2-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford on the opening day, was absent for the 5-0 home win against Leeds United last weekend. It…

Crystal Palace made history on Thursday night as they secured their first-ever appearance in the group stage of a European competition, edging past Norwegian side Fredrikstad with a narrow 1-0 aggregate victory in the UEFA Conference League play-offs. Oliver Glasner’s men arrived at the Nye Fredrikstad Stadion holding a slender lead thanks to Jean-Philippe Mateta’s strike in the first leg at Selhurst Park. They clung onto that advantage despite a…

By Eniola Amadu  Former president Goodluck Jonathan, has called for improvements in the Nigerian electoral system, emphasising on the process for selecting the Independent Electoral Commission Chairman (INEC) and resolving post-electoral disputes. He made this known through his representative, the executive director of the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation, Ann Iyonu, at the National Action Plan for Electoral Reform Dialogue, organised by the Abuja Schools of Social and Political Thought. He admits…

By Boluwatife Kehinde  The 2025/26 UEFA Champions League is set to be a thrilling tournament, showcasing a series of spectacular fixtures that feature a blend of dream matchups and fierce rivalries. The initial draw has already generated considerable excitement among fans and teams alike. One of the most anticipated encounters sees Chelsea finally face off against FC Barcelona in what promises to be a highly competitive and strategically intense battle.…

By Ismaeel Aleem  In a major political shift, former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai on Thursday received hundreds of youths from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The defectors, led by PDP Kaduna State Youth Leader Aliyu Bello, described the move as a “youth revolution” aimed at reshaping the state’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 elections. READ ALSO: PDP sets September 2 to…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Nigeria’s Super Falcons will meet the Benin Republic’s She-Cheetahs in October as the race for qualification to the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco heats up. The ten-time champions and reigning titleholders will begin their campaign with a first-leg qualifier away in Benin, before hosting the return leg in Nigeria during the final qualifying window from 20–28 October. READ ALSO: Updated: Tinubu rewards Super Falcons…