Month: July 2025

Oyo State governor, Engr ‘Seyi Makinde has taken over the supervision of the state’s Ministry of Tourism for the purpose of building a strong economy that can fund itself and the future of the state. The governor who announced a major shift in the state’s handling of tourism development at the International Tourism Summit Oyo […]

Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has accused the administration of President Bola Tinubu of marginalising the Northern part of the country in the distribution of federal resources while prioritising development in the southern region. Kwankwaso made the accusation during a stakeholders’ dialogue organised by the Kano […]

The Emir of Gusau, Dr. Ibrahim Bello is dead. The Emir passed away Friday morning in Abuja after a protracted illness at the age of 71. A statement on Friday by Zamfara State governor, Dauda Lawal through his spokesman Sulaiman Idris Bala, commiserated with the people of the state over the death of the monarch. […]

As they prepare for tomorrow’s final match of the 2024 Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) against hosts Morocco, Nigeria’s Super Falcons have emphasised their focus on winning the trophy, dismissing any external pressure. “We’re not concerned about the pressure,” stated striker Esther Okoronkwo, who has become a key player for Nigeria during the tournament, […]

Barau FC of Kano have reached an agreement to appoint Ladan Bosso as their new technical adviser. Bosso has been in charge of Bayelsa United for the last two seasons. According to the Kano-based club, details of Bosso’s contract and unveiling will be communicated in due course. Barau FC gained promotion to the Nigeria Premier […]

Enyimba FC has issued a robust rebuttal to claims by former Super Eagles striker Brown Ideye regarding alleged poor player welfare within the club. Ideye’s assertions have ignited controversy just a year after his much-anticipated signing, which was celebrated as a significant boost for Nigerian football. The two-time African champions, under the leadership of former […]

Hulk Hogan, one of America’s best-known wrestling stars, has died at the age of 71, World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) has confirmed. Reuters reports that the star, born Terry Gene Bollea and known for his flowing blond hair and moustache, died at his home in Florida yesterday. Hogan began his professional wrestling career in 1977, but […]

A former Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino has joined Qatar’s Al Sadd after Saudi Pro League club Al Ahli confirmed his departure Wednesday. Firmino has signed a two-year deal with the Qatar Stars League champions, having led Al-Ahli to the Asian Champions League Elite title in Jeddah in May. “I’m happy because we made history at […]

Newly elected fourth vice president of the African Karate Federation (UFAK), Hon. Silas Agara, has pledged to dedicate his new role to the growth and development of karate in Africa. He stated his intention to collaborate closely with key stakeholders, including the Nigeria Sports Commission (NSC), to bolster grassroots karate and implement impactful, well-aligned programmes. […]

Sporting CF striker, Viktor Gyokeres, has been given permission to travel for medicals with Arsenal. The two clubs have already exchanged legal paperwork and approved the agreement. Gyokeres will now take the final steps to becoming a new Arsenal player over this weekend. This was confirmed by football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, via his X […]