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Mission 89, the global research and advocacy organisation dedicated to combating child trafficking in sports and athlete protection, has announced the appointment of professional footballer and Nigerian international Ashleigh Plumptre as a global ambassador. This strategic partnership underscores the organisation's unwavering commitment to safeguarding young athletes and upholding the integrity of football. Ashleigh Plumptre, renowned…
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Fourth division Stade Briochin stunned top-flight Nice 2-1 to reach the French Cup quarter-finals on Wednesday with a performance the minnows' coach admitted was beyond his "wildest dreams". Nice, fifth in Ligue 1 and chasing a place in Europe next season, were ahead in the tie thanks to Tom Louchet's 55th-minute effort. However, Stade…
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Chelsea striker Sam Kerr Wednesday told a court she was treated differently by police "because of the colour of my skin" after "fearing for my life" following an incident with a taxi driver. The Australia captain, who is of mixed race, is on trial charged with causing racially aggravated harassment to police officer Stephen Lovell…
2 Feb
Robert Lewandowski's second-half strike helped Barcelona beat Alaves 1-0 on Sunday to cut the gap on La Liga leaders Real Madrid down to four points. The Catalans, third, capitalised with a narrow victory after the champions slipped up across town at Espanyol on Saturday. Barcelona trail second-place Atletico by three points before the Rojiblancos face…
1 Feb
An economic expert, Dr. Opialu Opialu, has claimed that economic reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu have led to declining insecurity across the country.
31 Jan
Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran joined Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr on Friday in a deal worth a reported £64 million ($79 million). Duran was unable to break into Villa's team on a regular basis despite a series of impressive substitute appearances. The 21-year-old Colombian scored Villa's winner in their memorable Champions League victory…
30 Jan
The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), on Thursday said the continued stay
29 Jan
The Digital Scouting Africa (DSA) U-17 Talent Showcase, which kicked off on January 27 at the Inspire Sports Academy Arena in Oshodi, Lagos, has already lived up to its billing as a groundbreaking platform for young African footballers. On Day 3, Inspire Sports Academy, one of the event’s key partners, put on a masterclass performance…
29 Jan
Members of staff and close associates of Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo have sent heartfelt congratulations to him and his wife, Oyindamola, as they celebrate their wedding anniversary today, Wednesday, January 29, 2025. The couple, known for their strong commitment to philanthropy and youth empowerment in Nigeria, have made their anniversary an annual occasion celebrated by family,…
29 Jan
Several years after leaving the country, former Green Eagles defender, Godwin Odiye is back in Nigeria’s sports circle.
28 Jan
Former Nigerian goalkeeper and midfielder, Ike Shorounmu and Mutiu Adepoju, have said the Super Eagles have everything to make an impact in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025. Still, they warned that the team should not underrate their opponents. Nigeria’s Super Eagles are placed in Group C alongside Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania. The draw…
27 Jan
The founder of Afe Babalola University Ado Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, SAN, has agreed to drop charges against Mr. Dele Farotimi.
26 Jan
Inter Milan kept up the pressure on Serie A leaders Napoli on Sunday with a convincing 4-0 win at lowly Lecce which moved the defending champions three points from the summit. Goals from Davide Frattesi, Lautaro Martinez, Denzel Dumfries and Mehdi Taremi gave Inter their seventh win in eight league matches in a dominant performance…
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Amid dangerous weather conditions, authorities have launched a search for a Bering Air Caravan plane with 10 people on board which vanished over Alaska. The aircraft, which was travelling from Unalakleet with nine passengers and one pilot on board, was declared missing after it disappeared from radar and failed to arrive at its destination in…
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Vice President Kashim Shettima has humorously said that he is prepared to throw more political jabs at the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP)
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The United States Department of Justice has said that after completing his 75-month jail term for defrauding Americans, convict Edwin Okoronkwo will be deported to Nigeria. Okoronkwo and his wife, Juliet Okoronkwo, both permanent residents, had defrauded Americans through a catfish scheme, using stolen identities to disguise themselves as a high-ranking member of the US…
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Virtuitis Solaris (VS), a subsidiary of MOJEC International Holdings, has reaffirmed its dedication to bridging Nigeria’s energy gap by committing to the construction of 500 mini-grids within the next three years.
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The Lagos State House of Assembly has resumed plenary, almost a month after the removal of Mudashiru Obasa as the Speaker of the House over alleged financial misconduct, and abuse of office.
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Justice Chinyere Nwecheonwu of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, sitting in Kuje, has ordered the remand of three property owners linked to Delta Mega Trends in Kuje and Suleja correctional facilities pending the perfection of their bail conditions.
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Vice President Kashim Shettima, yesterday observed that Nigeria is witnessing a surge in reverse medical tourism, with patients from the United States and other countries thronging the nation’s hospitals to seek affordable and high-quality kidney transplants.
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Senate has directed its committees on Intelligence and National Security and Foreign Affairs to probe allegations by the Head of State of Niger Republic, Brigadier General Abdourahmane Tchiani, accusing Nigeria of conspiring with France to destabilise his country.
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The decomposing body of a member of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Justice Azuka, has been discovered on the Second Niger Bridge.
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Government policies and devaluation of the naira are responsible for the worsening cost of living, the Trade Union Congress (TUC) has said.