By Ismaeel Aleem  The Kebbi State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has issued a stern warning to members attempting to sabotage its upcoming congresses, scheduled for September 20 and 27, 2025, stating that such actions will face severe sanctions. The announcement was made by the party’s State Legal Adviser, Nura Bello, during a press briefing in Birnin Kebbi on Friday. Bello revealed that the PDP’s national leadership has…

By: Boluwatife Kehinde  The draw for the revamped UEFA Women’s Champions League (UWCL) group stage has been concluded, setting up a string of high-profile encounters for Europe’s elite clubs. England’s representatives—Arsenal, Chelsea, and debutants Manchester United—now know the challenges that await them on the continental stage. Making their first-ever appearance in the competition, Manchester United face a daunting task. Marc Skinner’s side has been placed in a formidable group featuring…

‎In her own message on Wednesday via X, Ebi reflected on her career, stating

Former Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has identified key weaknesses in Nigeria’s current squad as the team faces the prospect of missing out on qualification for the 2026 World Cup. Nigeria currently sits third in Group C with 11 points, trailing South Africa on 17 points and Benin Republic on 14 points, with just two qualifying matches remaining. Recent results have included draws against Zimbabwe, Lesotho, and South Africa, leaving…

Following the conclusion of a six-month state of emergency, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (ret.), the former Sole Administrator of Rivers State, has handed over control to Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Ibas declared that his mission, assigned by President Bola Tinubu, has been successfully completed. In a broadcast to the state, Ibas stated that his goal was to restore peace and order in Rivers following the political turmoil that led to the…

The Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) has entered discussions with Chelsea over the treatment of Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi, two high-profile players currently frozen out of the club’s first-team set-up. Both players, once key figures in Chelsea’s squad, now find themselves sidelined under head coach Enzo Maresca, who has made it clear they are not part of his immediate plans. As things stand, Sterling and Disasi are training away from…

The South African Football Association (SAFA) and midfielder Teboho Mokoena are under the spotlight after FIFA officially opened disciplinary proceedings regarding the player’s eligibility during a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier. The development, announced this week, could have major ramifications for Bafana Bafana’s qualification hopes. The Issue at Hand The controversy surrounds the March 21, 2025, World Cup qualifying match against Lesotho, played in Polokwane City. South Africa won the…

Los Angeles FC forward Son Heung-min announced himself in style on Wednesday night with his first Major League Soccer hat-trick, inspiring his side to a 4-1 victory over Real Salt Lake. The 33-year-old South Korean, who only joined LAFC last month after a decade at Tottenham Hotspur, wasted no time in stamping his mark on the American game. Lightning Start from Son Son opened the scoring inside 10 minutes with…

Chelsea’s return to the Champions League ended in a 3-1 defeat to Bayern Munich on Wednesday, highlighting the challenges of competing at Europe’s elite level

By Boluwatife Kehinde  ‎‎The Nigeria National League (NNL) has announced that the highly anticipated 2025/2026 season will launch on November 8 with an exciting star match. ‎ Following this inaugural event, the remaining fixtures for Week One are slated to take place from November 14 to November 16 across a selection of approved venues, ensuring the matches are accessible to fans nationwide. ‎These decisions were part of the significant resolutions…

President Bola Tinubu has lifted the state of emergency in Rivers State, reinstating full democratic governance six months after the suspension of the Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor, and members of the State House of Assembly. Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, announced the development in a statement released on his social media platforms on Wednesday. Below is the full text: “My Fellow countrymen and, in particular,…

Manchester United have announced record annual revenues of £666.5 million for the year ending 30 June 2025, even as the club endured one of its poorest seasons on the pitch in decades. The financial update comes just months after United finished a dismal 15th in the Premier League, their lowest placing since the relegation campaign of 1973-74. Yet, despite the footballing struggles, the club’s commercial muscle continues to flex, largely…