Rome, Italy — Veteran tactician Maurizio Sarri has made a sensational return to Lazio, stepping back into the role of head coach 15 months after his initial resignation from the club. The 66-year-old replaces Marco Baroni, who guided the Roman side to a seventh-place finish in Serie A last season — narrowly missing out on…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Global football icon Lionel Messi could soon be joining long-time rival Cristiano Ronaldo in the Saudi Pro League, as fresh reports suggest negotiations have resumed over a possible switch to the Middle Eastern competition. According to sources cited by TEAMtalk, the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF) has reopened dialogue with…
Lagos, Nigeria — Africa’s largest oil refinery, the Dangote Refinery, is now fully capable of meeting the fuel needs of Nigeria and the wider West African region, according to its founder and industrialist, Aliko Dangote. He made the declaration during a high-level visit by ECOWAS Commission President, Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, to the world-class facility…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast a three-day spell of thunderstorms and rains across various parts of the country, starting Monday, June 2. In a statement released in Abuja on Sunday, NiMet outlined its weather outlook covering the northern, central, and southern regions of Nigeria. According to the Agency, morning thunderstorms…
Abuja, Nigeria — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and financial analysts have raised alarms over Nigeria’s mounting public debt levels as the federal government advances plans to secure nearly $26 billion in new loans to support its 2025–2026 fiscal agenda. The warning follows President Bola Tinubu’s recent $21.5 billion loan request to the National Assembly…
Kano, Nigeria — A disturbing plot aimed at tarnishing the image of the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, through the use of advanced artificial intelligence technology has been uncovered by digital forensic experts. According to preliminary findings, the conspiracy involved the creation and planned circulation of a deepfake video—a hyper-realistic AI-generated clip designed to…
Brazzaville, Congo — As the global community marks World No Tobacco Day 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) has sounded the alarm over an escalating tobacco crisis affecting Africa’s young population — a trend it attributes to aggressive marketing tactics by the tobacco industry. In a compelling statement on Friday, WHO’s Acting Regional Director for…
Moscow, Russia — Ahead of Friday’s highly anticipated friendly between Nigeria and Russia at the Luzhniki Stadium, Russian national team head coach Valery Karpin has dismissed claims that the Super Eagles pose less of a threat due to the absence of star forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman. The encounter will mark the first-ever meeting…
Leverkusen, Germany — Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen have placed a €50 million price tag on Nigerian striker Victor Boniface as speculation intensifies over his future ahead of the summer transfer window. Boniface, 24, is widely expected to make a move away from the BayArena following manager Xabi Alonso’s exit to Real Madrid. His departure could…
Abeokuta, Ogun State — The much-anticipated international friendly between Nigeria’s Super Falcons and the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon has been postponed once more, following a fresh round of schedule adjustments. Originally set to be played last Saturday at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, the fixture was first moved to Monday and relocated to the…
Lagos, Nigeria — In a significant move to strengthen Nigeria’s maritime security, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commissioned a fleet of advanced Naval platforms, reaffirming the country’s commitment to safeguarding its territorial waters and economic interests. The commissioning ceremony, held at NNS BEECROFT in Apapa, Lagos, was presided over by the Minister of State for…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of 22 athletes from Kano State who perished in a road accident along the Zaria-Kano Expressway on Saturday. The athletes were returning from the National Sports Festival recently held in Ogun State when their…
Abeokuta, Nigeria — Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has extended financial support to the families of 22 athletes and officials from Kano State who tragically lost their lives in a road accident while returning from the National Sports Festival, dubbed the Gateway Games 2024, held in Abeokuta. The sum of ₦1 million was donated…
Lagos, Nigeria — In a decisive move to address the growing concern of domestic and sexual violence, the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has partnered with AXA Mansard Insurance Plc to promote awareness and education, especially in defense of the girl child. The announcement was made in a statement issued by Mr….
Munich, Germany — Inter Milan President Giuseppe Marotta has acknowledged the overwhelming dominance of Paris Saint-Germain during Saturday night’s UEFA Champions League final, following the Italian side’s heavy 5–0 defeat at the hands of the French champions. Speaking to Sky Sport Italia after the match, Marotta described the night as a humbling one, conceding that…
Paris, France — Paris Saint-Germain’s record-breaking UEFA Champions League triumph continues to spark widespread celebration, as former stars Kylian Mbappe, Neymar, Thiago Silva, and Lucas Moura have all extended heartfelt congratulations to the French giants after their emphatic 5–0 victory over Inter Milan. The commanding win not only secured PSG’s first-ever Champions League title but…
Lagos, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially commissioned three newly acquired Nigerian Navy warships—NNS SHERE, NNS FARO, and NNS IKOGOSI—alongside three AW109 Trekker helicopters, marking a significant step in Nigeria’s efforts to strengthen maritime security and national defense. The commissioning ceremony, held at the Naval Dockyard in Victoria Island, Lagos, was carried out…
Abuja, Nigeria — The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has issued a new summons for Nigerian singer Speed Darlington, directing him to appear at its office on Monday, June 2, after failing to honour an earlier invitation. The agency had initially called on the artist to report on May 30,…
Munich, Germany — Paris Saint-Germain have etched their name in football history, securing their first-ever UEFA Champions League title with a commanding 5–0 triumph over Inter Milan in the 2025 final at the Allianz Arena. The French champions delivered a stunning performance, led by teenage sensation Desire Doue, who set up Achraf Hakimi for the…
Los Angeles, USA — Ronald Fenty, father of global pop icon Rihanna, has passed away at the age of 70, following a brief illness. The sad news comes from close family sources, who confirmed that he died in Los Angeles after battling an undisclosed health condition. On Wednesday, Ronald’s younger son, Rajad Fenty, was seen…
🏆 Champions League Final Tonight! It’s PSG 🇫🇷 vs Inter Milan 🇮🇹 in a historic clash for Europe’s biggest club prize! This marks their first-ever competitive meeting — and the stakes couldn’t be higher. 💥 PSG are eyeing their first title after falling short in 2020, while Inter look to add a 4th…
Jamaica and Nigeria clash this evening at the Gtech Community Stadium, West London, in the long-awaited return of the Unity Cup — back for the first time in 20 years! 🏆 Nigeria, who won the last edition in 2004, will be aiming to retain their crown 👑. The Super Eagles soared past Ghana in…
Lagos — Popular TikTok star and content creator Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has disclosed that he and his fiancée, Jarvis, have mutually agreed to abstain from sexual relations until after marriage. The revelation came during a recent livestream session with fellow entertainer Shank Comics, where Peller opened up about his personal lifestyle choices…
Riyadh — Al-Nassr skipper Cristiano Ronaldo has officially ruled out any move away from the Saudi Pro League side this summer, opting instead to extend his stay with the club beyond the 2024/25 season. The Portuguese superstar, who recently concluded his third campaign in the Middle East, has signed a new contract that will keep…
Lagos — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to commission a completed segment of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway today, marking a significant milestone in one of his administration’s flagship infrastructure initiatives under the Renewed Hope agenda. According to a statement issued by Barr. Orji Uchenna Orji, the Special Adviser on Media to the Minister of…
Mumbai, India — Manchester United centre-back Harry Maguire has revealed that the club is bracing for significant changes this summer, with a major squad overhaul expected ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League season. Speaking during a media session at a commercial event in Mumbai, Maguire confirmed that several players will be leaving Old Trafford, as…
Istanbul — Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen capped off his loan stint with Turkish giants Galatasaray on a high note, scoring in their 2–0 triumph over Istanbul Başakşehir on the final day of the 2024/25 Turkish Super Lig season. The match, played at the Nef Stadium, saw Galatasaray break the deadlock early, with veteran Belgian playmaker…
Abuja, Nigeria— In a strategic move to mitigate transportation costs and advance cleaner energy adoption, the Federal Government has commenced the deployment of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered buses across Nigerian universities. The rollout began at the University of Abuja, under the flagship initiative ‘CNG-Sprout’, a sub-project of the broader ‘Project CNG Special Palliative Relief for…
Abuja, Nigeria — The House of Representatives has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) over mounting concerns regarding the conduct of the ongoing Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE). The directive was made by Hon. Oboku Oforji, Chairman of the House Committee on Basic Education and Examination Bodies, following WAEC’s failure…
Abuja, Nigeria — Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has commended Dr. Akinwumi Adesina for what he described as an exceptional and historic tenure at the African Development Bank (AfDB), marking the end of Adesina’s two-term leadership of the continental financial institution. In a message of goodwill, Buhari expressed satisfaction with Adesina’s achievements, praising his transformative…
Abuja, Nigeria — The House of Representatives has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) to appear before it, following growing concerns over alleged irregularities in the ongoing Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE). The directive came on Thursday from Hon. Oboku Abonsizibe Oforji, Chairman of the House Committee on Basic Education…
