July 23, 2025
Euro 2025: Bonmatí’s Extra-Time Stunner Sends Spain to Final Against England
Women’s Ballon d’Or holder Aitana Bonmatí fired Spain into their first-ever UEFA Women’s Euro final with a spectacular extra-time winner against Germany, setting up a highly anticipated rematch with England in Sunday’s showpiece. The two-time Ballon d’Or winner produced a moment of brilliance in the 113th minute, turning sharply on the edge of the box […]
Transfer Update: Liverpool Sign Hugo Ekitike from Frankfurt in £79m Deal
Reining Premier League Champions Liverpool have completed the signing of French striker Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt in a deal worth up to £79 million, subject to international clearance. The 23-year-old forward passed a medical and agreed personal terms before finalising a £69m initial fee, with an additional £10m in performance-related add-ons. He is expected […]
Transfer Update: Rashford Officially Joins Barcelona on Loan, Eyes Fresh Start After United Exit
Marcus Rashford says he feels “at home” at Barcelona after sealing a season-long loan move from Manchester United, bringing an end to a tumultuous chapter at Old Trafford. The 27-year-old England international joins the Spanish champions on an initial 12-month loan, with Barcelona holding a £30.3m (€35m) option to make the deal permanent in 2026. […]
Adekunle Gold Slams Bank Over ‘First Class Giveaway’ Ad Use
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Adekunle Gold, popularly known as AG Baby, has threatened to take legal action against a commercial bank for allegedly exploiting his viral ‘first-class giveaway’ initiative in its advertising campaign without his permission. The singer, who recently trended on social media for rewarding first-class graduates with cash gifts to celebrate academic excellence, expressed […]
Davido Honors Late Son Ifeanyi Three Years After Tragic Death
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has once again melted hearts worldwide with an emotional tribute to his late son, Ifeanyi David Adedeji Adeleke, nearly three years after the tragic incident that claimed the young boy’s life. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Davido posted a short but powerful message:“Ifeanyi David Adedeji Adeleke […]
Tems Joins Spotify’s Billion Streams Club with Global Hit
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer and songwriter, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has reached another historic milestone in her fast-rising global career. The music sensation has officially joined Spotify’s Billion Streams Club after her chart-topping hit, “Wait For U”, a collaboration with American rapper Future and Canadian superstar Drake, surpassed 1 billion streams on the platform. […]
Police Arrest Justice Umokoro’s Kidnappers
The Bayelsa State Police Command has arrested several members of the criminal gang responsible for the recent abduction of Justice E.G. Umokoro of the Bayelsa State High Court. However, a manhunt remains ongoing for the gang leader, who is still at large. The incident, which caused significant concern within the legal and security communities, occurred […]
CHAN 2024: Remo Stars Dominate Super Eagles B Final Squad for Tournament
Nine players from Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions Remo Stars have made the final 23-man list of Super Eagles B ahead of the 8th African Nations Championship (CHAN), which kicks off next month across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. Head coach Eric Chelle, who earlier named a 35-man provisional squad for the training camp at […]
EU Sets Up Air Defenses For Ukraine and Sanctions For Russia
The European Union has significantly bolstered its support for Ukraine in its ongoing conflict with Russia. Recently, the EU announced an 18th round of sanctions against Russia, aimed at severing all remaining Russian energy imports and further restricting the country’s access to international markets. This move is part of a broader effort to weaken Russia’s […]
APC Reschedules Crucial NEC Meeting, Moves Venue to Presidential Villa
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially announced changes to the venue and time of its upcoming National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, originally slated for Thursday, July 24, 2025. According to a statement released on Wednesday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the NEC meeting will no longer hold at the APC National […]