Author: Binta Agboola

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has named a formidable squad to face Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup final, scheduled for the National Stadium in Warsaw. The team boasts an array of talented players, including Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham, and Rodrygo. As the reigning UEFA Champions League winners, Real Madrid is poised to take on Atalanta, the UEFA Europa League champions. The Los Blancos come into the game on the back of a pre-season friendly win against Chelsea, while Atalanta suffered a loss to FC St. Pauli. REAL MADRID’S SQUAD LIST Goalkeepers: Courtois, Lunin, Fran Defenders: Carvajal, Militão,…

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has taken a bold step to sanitize the education system by withholding the results of 215,267 candidates from the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). This move is aimed at tackling the menace of examination malpractice, which has been a recurring issue in the conduct of the examination. According to the Head of the Nigeria Office, WAEC, Dr. Amos Dangut, the withheld results represent 11.92% of the total 1,805,216 candidates who sat for the examination. This figure is 4.37% lower than the 16.29% recorded in the 2023 WASSCE. Dr. Dangut attributed the…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has initiated consultations with the Senate leadership to reinstate Senator Ali Ndume as the Chief Whip. This development comes after Ndume apologized to the party for his public criticisms of President Bola Tinubu and the APC. The APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, confirmed that Ndume’s apology was accepted, describing the situation as a “family affair.” The party is now writing to the National Assembly to convey the developments and request a review of Ndume’s removal. A source at the party secretariat revealed that discussions are ongoing with the Senate leadership to reinstate Ndume. The Deputy…

American rapper and record executive, Rick Ross, is embroiled in a legal battle over allegations of discrimination against disabled attendees at his popular Car & Bike Show. Darris Straughter, a disabled man, has sued Ross for failing to make the event wheelchair accessible, despite prior notification of his needs. According to the lawsuit, Straughter purchased a ticket and made travel arrangements, but was unable to attend the event at Ross’ estate in Fayetteville, Georgia, due to lack of accessibility. Despite promises of refunds for those unable to enter, Straughter claims he received no follow-up or compensation. The lawsuit, filed by…

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has sounded the alarm on the African region, listing over 30 pathogens that could spark the next pandemic. In its latest report, WHO highlights Lassa fever, Mpox, Ebola, and dengue fever as some of the viruses and bacteria that pose a significant threat. Lassa fever, endemic in Nigeria, is expected to see a surge in cases until the end of the dry season. Mpox outbreaks, caused by different virus clades, have been reported in various African countries, including Nigeria, Kenya, and Uganda. In response to the growing threat of mosquito-borne viral infections, WHO has prequalified…

Spain has emerged victorious in the Olympic men’s football final, defeating host nation France 5-3 in a pulsating encounter. The match, held at Parc des Princes, saw Spain dominate but France staged a dramatic comeback to level at 3-3 with a stoppage-time penalty. However, Sergio Camello’s extra-time brace sealed the win for Spain, securing their second Olympic gold in men’s football. This triumph adds to Spain’s impressive summer, following their Euro 2024 and Under-19 Euros victories. France, despite their valiant effort, settles for silver, left to ponder a classic match that evoked memories of their 2022 World Cup loss. The…

The Allied Conservative Congress (ACC) has thrown its weight behind the call for a Nigerian President of South-East extraction come 2027, citing the need to sustain national unity. Party Chairman Olusegun Peters made the declaration during the inauguration of Abia State executives in Umuahia, stressing that the Igbo have been denied the presidency since Gen. Johnson Aguiyi-Ironsi’s assassination in 1966. Peters, represented by National Vice Chairman Ibrahim Abdullahi, noted that the North and South West have each occupied the presidency twice since democracy’s return, while the Igbo remain excluded. He emphasized the party’s commitment to equity and power distribution among…

Nigerian afrobeats sensation Rema has finally addressed the widespread reports that he received a whopping $3 million to perform at the high-profile wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in India. In a recent interview with GRM, Rema confirmed the payment, stating, “Hehehe. That’s what I can say, to be honest. Money-wise, but overall, it was a great treatment. It was beautiful.” Rema expressed his love for India and its people, who have embraced his music. He noted that his performance at the wedding was just one aspect of his successful tour in India, where he was received with immense…

The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, has reassured the Nigerian diaspora in the UK of their safety following recent disturbances in various cities across the country. Montgomery gave the assurance during a meeting with the Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, on Wednesday. Montgomery addressed concerns about the unrest affecting 12 towns in the UK, revealing that the UK government is implementing measures to restore order. These measures include the establishment of a special task force of 60 courts with police and legal operatives to tackle criminal activities linked to the unrest. The British High…

Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South Senatorial District, has expressed regret over his public criticisms of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Bola Tinubu. Speaking to journalists in Abuja after a closed-door meeting with the APC National Working Committee, Ndume acknowledged that he should have addressed his concerns within the party rather than taking them public. Ndume, who was relieved of his role as Senate Chief Whip due to his criticisms, stated that he spoke the truth but should have done so within the party. He assured that he would seek clearance from the party before speaking out in…