Manchester United are reportedly considering a move for Bournemouth midfielder Tyler Adams as they continue reshaping their squad ahead of the 2026/27 season, despite already investing around £85 million in midfield reinforcements this summer. The Red Devils have already completed the signings of Andrey Santos from Chelsea and Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa, giving new…
By Izuchukwu Okosi Three time African champions Nigeria suffered a 2-1 defeat against Portugal Wednesday evening as they wrapped up their international friendlies in the month of June. Head coach Eric Chelle made five changes to the starting line up that drew 2-2 with Poland a week ago. Before the game kicked off, Fulham forward…
President Bola Tinubu has officially flagged off Section I of the 700-kilometre Akwanga–Bauchi–Gombe–Biu–Maiduguri Superhighway, describing the project as a major step toward boosting trade, improving connectivity and strengthening economic growth across northern Nigeria. The ceremony marked the commencement of the 125-kilometre Akwanga–Jos section, one of five phases that make up the ambitious corridor stretching into…
Hull City are closing in on a deal to sign Lucas Gourna-Douath from RB Salzburg for around €4 million, with the 23-year-old defensive midfielder undergoing his medical and personal terms reportedly agreed on a contract running until June 2031. At first glance, it looks like another newly promoted Premier League club making a relatively inexpensive…
A tanker overturning on a Lagos road should normally be a road safety emergency. But videos showing residents rushing to scoop diesel from an overturned tanker reveal something much bigger: poverty in Nigeria is pushing people towards risks they know could kill them. The recent Lagos tanker incident saw residents gather around spilled diesel with…
Thousands of migrant workers have gathered outside foreign embassies and consulates across South Africa as fears over escalating anti-immigrant violence continue to grow. The crowds, made up of nationals from several African countries, are seeking emergency evacuation assistance amid renewed xenophobic tensions that have spread across parts of the country. The latest wave of anxiety…
Businessman and social commentator Isaac Fayose has reaffirmed his support for Peter Obi after days of controversy sparked by a viral video showing him praying with Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu. The video prompted criticism from some members of the Obidient movement, who questioned Fayose’s political loyalty ahead of the 2027 general election….
Nigeria’s new Electoral Act has created a major change in how allegations of certificate forgery can be used against political candidates, raising questions about whether the law protects the integrity of elections or simply moves the battle to an earlier stage. The 2026 Electoral Act replaced the 2022 law and no longer lists a candidate’s…
The quarter-final lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been confirmed following a dramatic Round of 16 filled with stunning comebacks, penalty shootouts and fresh controversy both on and off the pitch. The final eight teams remaining in the tournament are France, Morocco, Spain, Belgium, Norway, England, Argentina and Switzerland, with four blockbuster clashes…
The humanitarian crisis in Venezuela continues to deepen after the country’s devastating twin earthquakes, with the official death toll rising to 1,430 as thousands of emergency workers from around the world intensify rescue operations. Authorities say the powerful 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes, which struck just seconds apart earlier this week, have left widespread destruction…
