By Boluwatife Kehinde Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho has joined Scottish Premiership champions Celtic following the mutual termination of his contract with Sevilla. Sevilla confirmed his departure in an official statement, noting that both parties agreed to end the deal, which had been due to run until June 2026. READ ALSO: Chelle drops Musa, Iheanacho in Eagles 23-man squad for Rwanda, Zimbabwe The club thanked the 28-year-old forward for his contributions and…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have officially opened camp in Uyo with 13 players reporting for duty ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixtures against Rwanda and South Africa. The camp, based at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, began to bubble with activity on Monday as captain William Troost-Ekong, goalkeeper Amas Obasogie, defender Felix Agu, and midfielder Raphael Onyedika were among the earliest arrivals. Their presence…

Spanish club Sevilla have confirmed the termination of Kelechi Iheanacho’s contract, drawing a premature end to the Nigerian forward’s time at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium. The Super Eagles striker had joined the Rojiblancos on a free transfer in the summer of 2024 after leaving Leicester City. His contract was originally set to run until June 2026, but after just one season marked by limited opportunities, both parties have now…

As part of efforts to reduce the number of migrants housed in hotels, Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has revealed that the government is exploring the use of industrial and military sites, including warehouses as alternative accommodation for asylum seekers. During an interview, Cooper confirmed that warehouses are one of the things being looked at as the government ramps up plans to phase out the use of costly hotel accommodation.  This…

Alexander Isak has brought the curtain down on his time at Newcastle United with a heartfelt message to the club’s fans following his record-breaking move to Liverpool. The Sweden international striker joined the Merseyside giants on deadline day in a dramatic £125 million transfer, making him the most expensive signing in British football history. His departure ends a three-year spell at St James’ Park, one that saw both triumph and…

Britain’s government bond markets came under renewed strain on Tuesday, with yields on long-dated debt rising to their highest levels in decades and the pound weakening. These challenges facing Chancellor Rachel Reeves as she prepares for the autumn budget. The yield on 30-year gilts surged to 5.723%, the highest since 1998 signalling higher borrowing costs for the UK. The 10-year gilt yield, closely watched by the Office for Budget Responsibility…

England manager Thomas Tuchel has handed recalls and opportunities to Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Jarell Quansah for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia. The surprise call-ups underline Tuchel’s determination to balance experience with fresh energy as England prepare for back-to-back fixtures that could prove pivotal in their qualifying campaign. Loftus-Cheek’s Return After Seven Years For Loftus-Cheek, now 29 and plying his trade at AC Milan, the call-up…

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has slammed a fine of N1 million on Warri Wolves following a breach of security during their Matchday Two fixture against Enugu Rangers at the Southern Delta University Stadium, Ozoro. The league body, in its official communication on Monday, said the sanction was necessary after the Seasiders failed to provide “prompt, adequate and effective” security measures which led to a delay in the scheduled…

A senior Reform UK figure is demanding that the Ukrainian flag be taken down from outside Warwickshire County Council’s headquarters, newly released correspondence has revealed. The row comes after previous disputes over the Progress Pride flag, which the party also wanted removed. Over the summer, three flags flew above the council offices in Warwick: the Progress Pride, the Ukrainian national flag, and the county banner. While the rainbow emblem was…

By Eniola Amadu Britain’s long-term borrowing costs have surged to their highest level since 1998, intensifying the pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of her first Budget. The yield on 30-year government bonds jumped to 5.698% on Tuesday, pushing up the cost of government borrowing and debt servicing. READ ALSO: UK suspends refugee family reunion applications amid pressure to cut arrivals The pound also weakened, sliding more than 1% against the…

By Eniola Amadu Zack Polanski has been elected leader of the Green Party of England and Wales in a decisive victory that signalled a bold new direction for the party. The London Assembly member and former deputy leader secured 85% of the vote, defeating the co-leadership ticket of Adrian Ramsay and Ellie Chowns by 20,411 votes to 3,705 in a ballot of members. Turnout stood at just over 37%, a…

Sir Keir Starmer has reorganised his Downing Street team as he attempts to reset his premiership after a turbulent first year in office. The changes follow a difficult summer for Labour, marked by criticism over immigration policy, welfare reforms, and cuts to winter fuel payments. Recent polls have shown the party slipping behind Reform UK, while some Labour backbenchers have accused Number 10 of weak communication and poor engagement with…