Author: Staff Reporter

Manchester United’s interim manager, Ruud Van Nistelrooy, has singled out three standout players for praise following their emphatic 5-2 victory over Leicester City in the Carabao Cup fourth round on Wednesday. Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes stole the show with two goals each, while Alejandro Garnacho also found the back of the net. The win sets up a tantalizing quarterfinal clash against Tottenham Hotspur. Speaking to Sky Sports, Van Nistelrooy acknowledged the role of luck in their victory but reserved special praise for his trio of stars. “I have to say we had some luck as well,” he said. “I am…

Global football icon, Cristiano Ronaldo, has weighed in on the longstanding debate between two of Nigeria’s music giants, Davido and Wizkid. In a recent video on his YouTube page, Ronaldo was asked to choose his favorite between the two superstars. Giving his honest answer, Ronaldo picked Davido ahead of Wizkid. This revelation comes on the heels of a viral video showing Ronaldo vibing to Asake’s hit song “Active” featuring Travis Scott. Ronaldo’s choice may have surprised some, but a glance at his social media interactions reveals a connection with Davido. The two are following each other on Instagram, whereas Wizkid…

A member of the House of Representatives, Alex Ikwechegh, has publicly apologized for assaulting a Bolt driver, Stephen Abuwatseya, who delivered a package to his residence in Maitama, Abuja. The incident, captured in a viral video, showed Ikwechegh slapping and insulting the driver, sparking widespread condemnation. In his apology statement, Ikwechegh acknowledged his behavior was unacceptable and fell short of the standards expected of a public official. “As a public servant, I recognize the trust placed in me by my constituents and the Nigerian people. My behavior fell short of the standards expected of me, and for that, I am…

The Delta State High Court in Warri has issued an interim order stopping the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) from enforcing its new policy requiring applicants to be at least 16 years old to gain university admission. This decision comes after John Aikpokpo-Martins, a former Nigerian Bar Association chairman, Warri branch, challenged JAMB’s directive in court. JAMB’s policy, announced on October 16, stated that only candidates who will be 16 years old by August 2025 would be admitted to tertiary institutions. However, an exception was made for students seeking admission in the 2024/2025 session ¹. Aikpokpo-Martins, representing candidates born…

The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) have declared an indefinite strike, starting tonight, October 27, 2024. The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of non-teaching staff unions in universities is coordinating the nationwide action. The strike is in protest of the non-payment of four months’ withheld salaries, dating back to when they joined the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) industrial action during President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration. Despite President Bola Tinubu’s approval for 50% of the withheld salaries to be paid, the Minister of Finance’s inaction has raised concerns…

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released the nominees for its prestigious 2024 awards, with South Africa’s Ronwen Williams making history with nominations in three categories. The 2024 CAF Awards will take place on December 16, 2024, in Marrakech, Morocco. The event honors outstanding African footballers and coaches who have excelled between January and October 2024. _Nomination Categories_ – CAF Player of the Year (10 nominees) – CAF Goalkeeper of the Year (10 nominees) – CAF Interclub Player of the Year (10 nominees) Full List of Nominees: PLAYER OF THE YEAR (MEN) Amine Gouiri (Algeria / Rennes) Edmond Tapsoba…

Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, has made significant strides in the latest FIFA men’s ranking, jumping three places to claim the 36th spot globally. The team also improved its continental standing, moving from sixth to fourth place in Africa. The Super Eagles’ upward trajectory was fueled by their 1-0 victory over Libya in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture. The top five teams in the world remain: 1. Argentina 2. France 3. Spain 4. England 5. Brazil In Africa, the Super Eagles trail behind: 1. Morocco (Atlas Lions) 2. Senegal (Terangha Lions) 3. Egypt (Pharaohs) The…

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has made a bold prediction, backing Vinicius Junior to clinch the coveted Ballon d’Or award on Monday. Following Vinicius’s stunning hat-trick in Real Madrid’s 5-2 Champions League victory over Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday, Ancelotti expressed his conviction. “Vinicius Jr will win the Ballon d’Or, in my opinion. He will get the award,” he stated. Ancelotti emphasized that Vinicius’s outstanding performance last season, rather than just his recent hat-trick, makes him the deserving candidate. “It’s not about tonight… It’s what he did last season,” he clarified. However, he acknowledged that the Brazilian’s latest heroics could bolster…

Former House of Representatives member Farouk Lawan has been released from Kuje Prison after completing his five-year jail term. Lawan was convicted in 2021 for accepting a $500,000 bribe from businessman Femi Otedola. The Supreme Court affirmed the five-year jail term in January, dismissing Lawan’s appeal as “without merit.” The Court of Appeal had previously upheld the sentencing in 2022. Lawan was tried at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on a three-count charge. He was found guilty on count three and sentenced to five years. A video surfaced on Tuesday showing Lawan’s release from Kuje Prison,…

Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has declared the party’s intention to take control of Ondo, Oyo, and Osun states. Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting in Akure, Ondo State capital, Ganduje expressed confidence in the party’s triumph in the Southwest, starting with the November 16 governorship election in Ondo. Ganduje emphasized the importance of delivering 100% votes in favor of the APC in the geopolitical zone. “In this geopolitical zone, we must deliver 100 per cent in favour of APC. Therefore, Ondo State, you must be the forefront, the two other states – Oyo…