By Eniola Amadu Former White House adviser Peter Navarro has appealed to the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, seeking to compel Donald Trump’s Justice Department to explain why it abandoned its defence of his 2022 contempt of Congress conviction. Navarro, who served four months in prison last year after refusing to comply with a subpoena from the January 6 committee, submitted a 13-page filing…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Bayer Leverkusen have appointed former Denmark national team coach Kasper Hjulmand as their new head coach, following the dismissal of Erik ten Hag after only two league matches in charge. Hjulmand signed a contract running until 2027 and expressed his excitement at leading a club of Leverkusen’s stature. “It is an honour to be entrusted with such a team,” the 53-year-old said in a statement. “I’m motivated…

Baroness Harriet Harman has said Labour’s next deputy leader must be a woman. Her comments come as the party prepares to replace Angela Rayner, who resigned last week after an investigation revealed she had underpaid stamp duty on a house purchase. Harman, who was deputy leader from 2007 to 2015, told BBC Radio that the role should go to a woman outside London. Labour MP Lewis Atkinson also backed the…

Steve Reed, the newly appointed Housing Secretary, has vowed to launch one of the most ambitious housebuilding drives in UK history, pledging to pull every lever to meet Labour’s target of building 1.5 million homes during this Parliament. In his first meeting with civil servants since taking over from Angela Rayner, Reed declared his mantra would be build, baby, build, signalling a proactive approach to tackling the country’s worsening housing…

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has unveiled plans to boost the UK economy by creating thousands of new jobs in the defence sector, as part of a broader strategy to drive national growth. Defence Secretary John Healey is set to launch the Government’s new Defence Industrial Strategy (DIS) on Monday, backed by an initial £250 million investment. Central to the plan are new defence growth deals to be rolled out…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Cameroon goalkeeper André Onana has agreed a season-long loan move to Turkish club Trabzonspor from Manchester United. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed that all documents on the player’s side have been signed, with final approval from Trabzonspor expected before Onana travels to Türkiye next week to complete the switch. The arrival of Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens has already reshaped the hierarchy at Old Trafford, with Altay Bayındır…

By Boluwatife Kehinde People often say a player’s value is set by the market — and for Christantus Uche, that is exactly what happened. Just two years ago, the young Nigerian forward was worth little more than spare change. Today, Crystal Palace have secured his signature in a deal worth around €20 million — an astonishing 25,000 times his early valuation. Born and raised in Owerri, Imo State — the…

Emily Thornberry, member of parliament of the United Kingdom, is preparing to run for Labour’s deputy leadership, setting up a possible challenge to Sir Keir Starmer’s authority. Thornberry, who was left out of Starmer’s Cabinet despite serving as shadow attorney general in opposition, said the role needs someone with skills and experience. She accused the Prime Minister of becoming isolated and failing to listen to MPs. Her move follows Angela Rayner’s…

By Boluwatife Kehinde  Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Team Lagos on their historic triumph at the 9th National Youth Games, describing the feat as proof of the state’s growing dominance in youth sports. The Games, held in Asaba, Delta State, concluded with Team Lagos finishing top of the medals table after a record haul of 110 medals – 52 gold, 32 silver and 26 bronze. It was the…

The United Kingdom government is considering ways to limit how the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) is applied, in an effort to toughen its stance on illegal immigration. Defence Secretary, John Healey said ministers want to tighten the interpretation of the ECHR, especially rules linked to family life, which are often used to stop deportations. The move comes after Shabana Mahmood became Home Secretary in a reshuffle following Angela…

Migrants currently housed in United Kingdom (UK) hotels will soon be moved into military barracks under plans due to be announced within weeks.

By Boluwatife Kehinde Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen has been ruled out of Tuesday’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa in Bloemfontein after sustaining an injury during the win over Rwanda. The 26-year-old forward limped off midway through the first half following a challenge, and subsequent medical checks confirmed he would not travel with the squad. Super Eagles Media Officer Promise Efoghe disclosed that the team doctor diagnosed…