Former 2000 African Cup of Nations silver medalist, Benedict Akwuegbu, urged the inclusion of Leicester City’s Kelechi Iheanacho in the Super Eagles’ lineup for the quarter-final clash against Angola. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday, Akwuegbu emphasized the need for Coach Peseiro to harness Iheanacho’s midfield talents, stating that…
Sophia Momodu, the initial paramour of entrepreneur and musician Davido, has candidly expressed a steadfast resolve, even under the direst circumstances. The single mother, known for her past entanglement with the renowned artist, avowed on her Snapchat platform that she would steadfastly refrain from showcasing her romantic partner on social media, unwavering even in the…
Napoli’s formidable striker, Victor Osimhen, expressed his determination to leave an indelible mark for Nigeria amidst the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast. Osimhen, a standout performer in the tournament, played a pivotal role in Jose Peseiro’s squad advancing to the quarter-finals. In a compelling display against Cameroon during the last-16…
In a post-triumph statement following the Super Eagles’ decisive victory over Cameroon in the Africa Cup of Nations round of 16, Captain Ahmed Musa emphasized the unifying force of football, transcending tribal and religious boundaries. Musa, reflecting on the team’s journey to the AFCON quarter-finals, underscored the profound happiness shared by all, highlighting the compelling…
Nigerian thespian and clergyman, Pastor Jimmy Odukoya, extends a heartfelt plea to the Cameroonian populace, urging their unwavering support for Nigeria in the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON). The impassioned appeal follows the Super Eagles’ triumphant elimination of Cameroon in a riveting round of 16 clash last Saturday, marked by the stellar performance and…
Emilio Nsue, the captain of unfancied Equatorial Guinea, goes into a last-16 tie with Guinea on Sunday after netting five times in the group stage. Victor Osimhen, Mohamed Salah or Sadio Mane were perhaps the most likely bets to be top marksman at this year’s Africa Cup of Nations, but the entirely unexpected name leading…
The Federal Government has commenced the allocation of affordable houses to Nigerians, an official has confirmed. Mr Martin Gyado, the Federal Controller of Housing in charge of Adamawa, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Yola. He said that President Bola Tinubu has improved the National Housing…
The Federal Government and Niger Government have reiterated their commitment to ensuring food security and driving down food inflation. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari, and Gov. Mohammed Bago of Niger stated this when Bago visited Kyari on Friday in Abuja. Kyari said that Bago’s visit was an attestation to the…
A federal jury ruled on Friday that former US President Donald Trump must pay $83.3 million in damages for defamatory statements he made denying he sexually assaulted the writer E. Jean Carroll. According to CBS, the jury awarded Carroll $18.3 million in compensatory damages, and $65 million in punitive damages. The compensatory amount included $11…
Daniil Medvedev and Jannik Sinner go head-to-head in the Australian Open men’s final on Sunday, with the only guarantee being that there will be a new name on the trophy. Since Stan Wawrinka won his only title in Melbourne in 2014, Novak Djokovic has picked up six trophies, Roger Federer won two and Rafael Nadal…
The coffers of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) remain devoid of the funds earmarked for the remuneration of Super Eagles’ bonuses and allowances during the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, casting a shadow over the players’ financial expectations. Despite the Federal Government’s prior sanctioning of the allocated funds ahead of the tournament’s commencement, reports…
Prof. Garba Sharubutu, Executive Secretary, Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria, ARCN, says the council has recruited 1,650 scientists to boost food security in the country. Sharubutu disclosed this at a news conference on Friday in Abuja. He said the Federal Government had approved the recruitment with specific instructions to engage plant breeders to develop more…
Nigeria football legend, Segun Odegbami, has predicted the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, Round of 16 clash against Cameroon. Both heavyweights face-off on Saturday in Abidjan, after finishing runners-up in their groups. Odegbami expects the game to be “the easiest” the Super Eagles will play at the tournament. Although he expects “war”, Odegbami says…
A former presidential aide, Malam Garba Shehu, has described former President Muhammadu Buhari as a victim of the crisis of expectation, urging Nigerians to learn from the past administration and not expect too much. Speaking during the 21st Daily Trust Annual Dialogue organised by Trust Media Group in Abuja, Shehu asked Nigerians to lower their…
European scouts have arrived Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire, keenly observing the prowess of Alhassan Yusuf amid the unfolding drama of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. As reported by SCORENigeria, the watchful eyes of Premier League giants West Ham United and Bundesliga stalwarts RB Leipzig are fixated on Abidjan, meticulously evaluating Yusuf’s performance on the football…
CAF has unveiled the elite squad of eleven standout players emerging from the group stage of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Notably dominated by talents hailing from Senegal and Morocco, the roster glaringly lacks representation from Nigerian footballers. Jesus Owono of Equatorial Guinea earns his spot as the formidable goalkeeper, accompanied by his teammate…
In a unexpected twist, singer Kizz Daniel dropped a surprise remix of his hit track ‘Twe Twe,’ featuring colleague Davido, causing a buzz among music enthusiasts on social media. The remix, unveiled on digital streaming platforms on Thursday, prompted fans to flood the artists’ social pages with opinions. While many applauded the collaboration, some vowed…
The Federal Government has intensified discussions with the Kingdom of Morocco to expedite the Final Investment Decision (FID) for the Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline. According to a statement by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). The talks focused on enhancing the partnership between the two nations to accelerate the Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline Project, aligning with…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has said the Lagos Red Line rail would be unveiled in February. Sanwo-Olu said he has written to President Bola Tinubu regarding the unveiling of the rail line. He disclosed this at the Lagos West Senatorial District Town Hall Meeting held at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Sheraton, Ikeja. “Our…
Japan, one of the few developed countries to still impose capital punishment, on Thursday sentenced to death a man found guilty of carrying out an arson attack that killed 36 people at an anime studio in 2019. The sentence comes as a convicted murderer in the United States is scheduled to be executed this week…
The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, announced on Thursday that the construction of the long-anticipated Fourth Mainland Bridge will begin in the first quarter of this year, likely by the end of March or April. The announcement was made during his keynote address at the Lagos West Senatorial District Town Hall Meeting at the…
Manchester United legend Gary Neville has described Kalvin Phillips’ transfer move from Manchester City to West Ham United as a good move. Phillips is all set to join West Ham on loan after Man City and the Hammers agreed to a deal which includes a buy option on Tuesday. Speaking on the development, Neville told…
Nigerian singer Stanley Omah Didia, popularly known as Omah Lay, has reacted to fans tagging his style of music as “Afro-depression.” Speaking in a recent interview with The Beat FM, London, United Kingdom, the singer said he doesn’t care about whatever tag his music is given as long as fans are enjoying it. He added…
The U.S. Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken, says America is committed to lasting peace and security in Africa. He said this on Tuesday in Abuja after meeting with President Bola Tinubu during his visit to Nigeria as part of his tour of African nations. Blinken, however, said the initiatives of America would greatly depend on…
Ghana have sacked Chris Hughton as their head coach following the national team’s exit from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. His dismissal was confirmed by the Ghana Football Association Tuesday night. The Black Stars were eliminated from the group stages, after taking only two points from their three Group B matches. Their slim hopes…
The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, said the ministry will work within the ambits of the law to facilitate the full implementation of the presidential directive on the Integrated Personnel Payroll Information System (IPPIS) as it affects tertiary institutions in the country.” Mamman expressed his commitment during a meeting with the leadership of the…
United States Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken, has just landed in Abuja, Nigeria. The high-profile visit includes a stop at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, with plans to meet Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa. Despite his ongoing African tour, Blinken will swiftly move to Lagos by 10pm for further commitments on Wednesday,…
A shocking turn of events unfolded in the Ikeja High Court on Tuesday, as a 25-year-old man, Ayoko Oluwatobi, attempted to take his own life. Oluwatobi, who is facing trial on several criminal charges, appeared before Justice Hakeem Oshodi. As the bail application for Oluwatobi was being presented, pandemonium broke out when he attempted to…
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has registered three oil marketers’ associations to distribute diesel and aviation fuel. The three groups, who collectively represent 75 percent of the total market in Nigeria, are a big step towards ensuring efficient distribution of these vital resources. This move is part of Dangote’s commitment to providing affordable, high-quality…
Nigerian businessman Femi Otedola explained why he is investing in Dangote Cement, saying it is part of his overall strategy to ensure long-term wealth preservation. Otedola stated this in a statement from his media office on Monday. The billionaire investor stressed that the move also underscores his confidence in the capacity of the company to…
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami slumped to a 1-0 defeat against FC Dallas in a pre-season friendly on Monday before the team set off on a hectic international tour. After a lacklustre 0-0 draw against El Salvador on Friday, Miami delivered another performance to forget in wet, cold conditions at the Cotton Bowl Stadium. Argentine…
