Ronaldo
25 Nov
Cristiano Ronaldo struck twice for Al Nassr as they continued to thrive in the AFC Champions League Elite, with the Saudi champions defeating Al Gharafa 3-1 in Qatar on Monday. The 39-year-old's contributions moved Al Nassr nearer to the last eight, needing just two points from their final three group games. Only Al Shorta on…
14 Nov
Nigerian forward, Ademola Lookman, has been nominated for the 2024 Globe Soccer Awards alongside the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel
14 Oct
Cristiano Ronaldo's commitment to international football aged 39 is an example to his team-mates, said Portugal boss Roberto Martinez after the superstar's arrival in Scotland sparked excitement among fans. Instead of training at Hampden Park, where Portugal face Scotland in the Nations League on Tuesday, the visitors used St Mirren's ground in Paisley for their…
13 Oct
Cristiano Ronaldo scored as Portugal beat Poland 3-1 for their third straight Nations League win on Saturday, while European champions Spain put an end to Denmark's perfect start in the competition. Bernardo Silva volleyed Portugal ahead in the 26th minute in Warsaw as Bruno Fernandes cleverly nodded a cross from Ruben Neves back towards the…
9 Sep
Portugal substitute Cristiano Ronaldo struck a late winner as his side came from a goal down to beat Scotland 2-1 and continue their strong start to the Nations League on Sunday. After Bruno Fernandes had fired in Portugal’s equalizer, Ronaldo pounced in the 88th minute for his 901st career goal. Scotland were given hope of…
25 Mar
Brazil is unparalleled when it comes to football success and fervour, and for many the sport itself is synonymous with the Brazilian national team.
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Holders Barcelona overcame Manchester City 3-0 in the Women's Champions League on Wednesday to pip their opponents to top spot in their group. In Group C, Arsenal pulled off a sensational comeback to beat Bayern Munich 3-2 and top their pool thanks to a late Mariona Caldentey penalty. In Catalonia, Claudia Pina opened the scoring…
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The Federal Commissioner of the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), Hon Tijani Aliyu Ahmed, has stated that over 10 million foreigners reside in Nigeria. The federal commissioner disclosed this while speaking in Abuja after a walk in commemoration of the 2024 International Migration Day on Wednesday. “We have not less…
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The Hague Institute for Innovation of Law (HiiL) has appointed Udo Jude Ilo, a renowned Nigerian advocate and author, as its new Chief Executive Officer. Ilo, a vocal proponent of people-centred justice, will take over on 1 February 2025, marking a new chapter for the Netherlands-based organisation. HiiL is globally recognised for its work in…
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The yen fell against the dollar on Thursday as the Bank of Japan left borrowing costs unchanged and warned of uncertainty over the economic policies of US president-elect Donald Trump.
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Nigeria has concluded plans to start auctioning undeveloped oil and gas blocks from the year 2025. According to a report on the official website of global news agency Reuters, Nigeria will take this step, prioritising natural gas development to support the country's commitment to the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals. Reuters, quoting the oil…
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Award-winning activist and advocate for social justice, Amanda Amaeshi, has been named My Life My Say’s “Changemaker of the Year” for 2024. The announcement was made during the charity’s “Next Generation Conference,” held on 22 November 2024 at the Barbican Centre in London. The event also serves as a key platform for youth-led discussions on…
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In recent years, Nigeria has witnessed a rapid evolution in its entertainment landscape, driven by advancements in technology and increasing internet penetration. Among the notable contributors to this transformation is the rise of online gaming, a sector that has steadily gained popularity and reshaped how Nigerians engage with digital entertainment. Platforms like High Roller have…
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Nigeria's Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has revoked the ownership of 762 plots of land in the Maitama 1 District of Abuja, citing non-payment of statutory fees. High-profile figures, including former President Muhammadu Buhari and former Chief Justice Walter Onnoghen, are among those affected. The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) also…
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PRESENTATION BY HIS EXCELLENCY, PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR OF THE 2025 BUDGET OF RESTORATION: SECURING PEACE, REBUILDING PROSPERITY TO A JOINT SESSION OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY ON WEDNESDAY 18TH DECEMBER, 2024 PROTOCOLS: — The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima — Senate President, Distinguished Senator Godswill Akpabio — Right Honourable Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas — National…
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A court in Toronto, Canada, has rejected the request of a Nigerian politician and a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Adams Omozakari Ayonote, seeking asylum, saying ‘his claims were embellished’. The presiding judge, Whyte Nowak, delivered the judgment on November 15, 2024, turning down Ayonote's request, despite the politician claiming that he was…