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Tokyo Olympic trials: Senegal, Ivory Coast arrive Lagos for invitational relays
Two out of the seven countries confirmed for the invitational relays scheduled as part of Nigeria’s Tokyo 2020 Olympic trials have arrived Lagos for the event.
Brighton reject Arsenal’s bid for Ben White
Arsenal have reportedly had a £40m bid for Brighton and England defender Ben White rejected as they look to secure an early bit of transfer business.
Liverpool renew interest in PSV Eindhoven striker
The 22-year-old is currently with the Netherlands squad for their Euro 2020 campaign, and his stellar club form throughout the 2020-21 season has earned him links with some of Europe’s biggest names.
Kasper Schmeichel offers encouraging update Christian Eriksen
Kasper Schmeichel has offered an encouraging update on Christian Eriksen while criticising UEFA's decision to restart Denmark's clash with Finland.
Hunters nabbed four ‘bandits’ in Kogi
At least four suspected bandits were nabbed when hunters raided a hideout of kidnappers around Osara in Okehi Local Government Area of the state.
Kaizer Chiefs appoint Stuart Baxter for second stint at Naturena
Kaizer Chiefs have announced the appointment of Stuart Baxter as coach, replacing Gavin Hunt who was fired almost two weeks ago.
PSG open talks with Juventus for Cristiano Ronaldo
Ronaldo has been at Juventus for three seasons now, signing in 2018 for €100 million from Real Madrid. It was hoped that his arrival would be the final piece in the puzzle as the Bianconeri looked to win the Champions League for the first time since 1996.
Report: Antonio Conte likely to be unveiled as next Tottenham manager
This development comes after reports on Wednesday evening emerged that Tottenham were in ‘advanced’ talks to secure the services of the Italian tactician.
Asisat Oshoala linked with Manchester United move
Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala could be set for a stunning return to the WSL with Manchester United reportedly keen on the striker.
Napoli appoint Luciano Spalleti as new manager
Napoli have announced Luciano Spalletti as their new manager just days after Gennaro Gattuso left the club.
NHRC: Nigerian government must prosecute foreigners involved in illegal wood exportation
The Nigerian Human Rights Community (NHRC) has urged the federal government to arrest and prosecute foreigners who are involved in the large scale illegal exportation of wood in the country.
Gunmen renew attacks in Ogun, Osun
As the nation battles with security challenges across the country, unidentified gunmen intensified efforts at making life miserable for citizens in parts of the southwest between last Wednesday and Saturday.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer told by Manchester United chiefs to forget Erling Haaland
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has already been told that Manchester United will not be bidding for Erling Haaland this summer, according to The Athletic.
Brendan Rodgers confident FA Cup winners will seal Champions League spot
Brendan Rodgers says his Leicester players are ready to seize the opportunity of rounding off a wonderful season by qualifying for the Champions League to add to Saturday’s FA Cup triumph.
Real Madrid boss: ‘No retreat, no surrender’ in LaLiga title race
Real Madrid head coach, Zinedine Zidane, has said his side will go until the final minute in the LaLiga title race after closing within two points of leaders Atletico Madrid on Thursday.
Juventus’ dressing room divided over special treatment of Cristiano Ronaldo
Juventus forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, has been isolated in the dressing room, with his team-mates feeling he has too much freedom, AS reports.
Lagos to introduce identity cards for residents
Governor of Lagos, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, says his government would relaunch the Lagos State Residents Card, to ensure that the records of Lagos residents are in the state’s database.
Lagos to demolish shanties, takeover abandoned buildings
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday said that the government would continue to demolish shanties across the state.
Thiago Alcantara explains celebration after breaking Liverpool goal duck against Southampton
Thiago Alcantara is finally off the mark for Liverpool, with his goal duck broken in a Premier League meeting with Southampton, and the Spain international has been explaining his celebration.
Liverpool boss expects strong Manchester United squad in rearranged game amid fixture pile-up
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said he expects Manchester United to field a strong squad in Thursday’s rearranged Premier League fixture despite the Old Trafford club’s hectic schedule.
Ebubeagu arrests 8 ‘armed robbers’ in Ebonyi
The Eastern Security Network known as “Ebubeagu”, Ebonyi State branch, has arrested eight armed robbery suspects in the state.
Daniel Akpeyi still recuperating from a head injury
Super Eagles goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi is still under intensive care as he recuperates from a head injury he sustained recently.
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‘Armed robbers’ involved in ghastly motor accident in Ogun
Three suspected armed robbers on Saturday were involved a ghastly motor accident at Ode-Remo, Ogun State, while escaping with a car they allegedly snatched at gunpoint.
Russians nationals detained in Chad desert say they are tourists
A group of Russians detained by the police in a part of northern Chad where the army has been battling a rebel invasion from Libya said on Wednesday that they were tourists who had come to sightsee in the Sahara Desert.
Senate vows to expose MDAs refusing to account for public funds
President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has said that the upper chamber will publish the names of government agencies that have refused to appear before the Public Accounts Committee to defend the interrogations of the Auditor-General for the Federation in the 2015 report.
Oyo governor urges council chiefs to strengthen intelligence gathering in their areas
Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has urged local government chairmen in the state to upscale intelligence gathering in their respective council areas.
Super Eagles coach joins NPFL stars in training ahead of Mexico friendly
Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr was present at the first training session of selected Nigeria Professional Football League players in Abuja on Wednesday.
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Akwa Ibom to review expulsion of university student accused of insulting governor
Governor Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom State has set up a committee to investigate the circumstances surrounding the expulsion of a final year student in a university who was accused of making “derogatory remark” on Facebook against the governor.
Joe Biden: US administered 300 million coronavirus vaccines in 150 days
U.S. President Joe Biden, on Friday said the U.S. administered 300 million Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccines in 150 days, and that COVID-19 cases and deaths had decreased by more than 90 per cent.
Minister: Nigerian government will complete second Niger Bridge next year
The Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, has reaffirmed that construction of the Second Niger Bridge would be completed next year.
Euro 2020: Daley Blind insists Christian Eriksen can still play football again
Holland defender Daley Blind has kicked against claims by some pundits and cardiologists that said Denmark star, Christian Eriksen won’t be able to play football again after his heart failure.
Police: Insecurity in Ghana not a reality
Director of Public Affairs of the Ghana Police Service, Sheilla Kessie Abayie-Buckman, says the use of the word ‘insecurity’, to describe the recent surge in crime in the country, deviates from the reality.