The Court of Arbitration for Sport has scheduled a hearing to decide on who won the 2025 AFCON title. It will take place on October 8 between the Senegalese Football Federation and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Royal Moroccan Football Federation. The appeal seeks to overturn a CAF decision declaring that the…
A series of overnight crashes on the Kara Bridge section of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway has caused severe traffic congestion stretching from Kara to Otedola Bridge and beyond, leaving thousands of motorists stranded during Friday’s morning rush. According to emergency responders, the first major crash occurred at about 12:05 a.m. on the outbound carriageway towards Ibadan,…
Arsenal have officially unveiled their 2026/27 away kit, with supporters already hailing it as one of the club’s finest designs in recent years. Created by adidas, the new strip features a deep navy base accented with subtle red detailing and gold sponsor branding, combining a modern aesthetic with nods to Arsenal’s rich history. The shirt…
Christian organizations have pushed back against a provision in the proposed Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Act (Amendment) Bill, 2026 that would ban preaching in commercial vehicles, arguing that it infringes on Nigerians’ constitutional right to freedom of religion and expression. The bill, passed by the Senate on July 16, proposes a ₦50,000 fine for…
Manchester United continue their preseason preparations on Friday with a friendly against Norwegian side Rosenborg at Lerkendal Stadion in Trondheim, as excitement grows around Michael Carrick’s rebuilt squad and marquee signing Bryan Mbeumo. Kick-off is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. BST, with the match serving as United’s second outing of the summer. The Red Devils head…
Anticipation is building across Nigeria as Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 11 prepares to premiere on Sunday, July 26, with organizers promising the biggest edition in the show’s history. The new season will feature a record-breaking ₦160 million grand prize, the highest reward ever offered since the reality show’s return in 2017. MultiChoice Nigeria has…
Aston Villa have completed the signing of Alejandro Garnacho from Chelsea on a season-long loan, with the deal including a conditional obligation to buy that could become permanent if agreed appearance-related targets are met. The total package is expected to be worth around £40–50 million, matching Chelsea’s valuation of the Argentine winger. The 22-year-old joined…
Residents of Ilotombi community in Andoni Local Government Area of Rivers State were treated to a rare wildlife sighting after an adult African forest elephant emerged near the village following heavy rainfall. The elephant was spotted on July 23, with videos shared on social media showing residents following the animal from a safe distance while…
Crystal Palace Women midfielder Justine Vanhaevermaet has earned widespread praise after sharing photos of herself taking part in light preseason training while seven months pregnant with her first child. The 34-year-old Belgium international posted images from the club’s training ground this week, showing her participating in carefully managed fitness sessions as Palace prepare for their…
Nigerian TikTok stars Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, and Elizabeth Aminata, better known as Jarvis, have officially kicked off the countdown to their wedding by releasing elegant pre-wedding photographs ahead of their August 1 ceremony. The romantic portraits, shared across their social media pages, have generated excitement among fans and celebrities, with many congratulating…
