August 2025
Police commission warns against Fake Police Recruitment Advert
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has issued a warning to potential applicants for the Nigeria Police Force recruitment, denying any involvement in an online advertorial claiming to announce the start of the recruitment process for 2025. Ikechukwu Ani, Head of Press and Public Relations at the PSC, described the online advert as “fictitious and diversionary,” […]
Tragic: 23,659 Nigerians currently missing under harsh conditions– ICRC
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has revealed that 23,659 people have gone missing from across Nigeria, despite efforts to reunite families separated by armed conflicts and violence. The staggering figure was disclosed in Yola on Saturday, as the ICRC marked the International Day of the Disappeared. According to Mr. Benson Lee, Protection […]
Amorim hails united’s effort after dramatic win over Burnley but admits concerns remain
Ruben Amorim praised his Manchester United players for their “effort” after Bruno Fernandes’ stoppage-time penalty sealed a dramatic 3-2 win over Burnley in what he had labelled a “must-win” game. United twice went ahead only to be pegged back, before Fernandes converted in the 97th minute after VAR penalised a shirt pull on Amad Diallo. […]
Liverpool make £35m bid for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi
Liverpool have submitted a £35m bid for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi as the transfer deadline approaches. The Reds’ latest proposal includes a 10 per cent sell-on clause, but Palace value the England international at £40m and are seeking a package of £35m plus £5m in add-ons. Palace remain reluctant to sell Guehi, who has […]
Chelsea beat Fulham amid VAR controversy at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea moved top of the Premier League with a 2-0 win over Fulham, but the game was overshadowed by two major VAR interventions that left Marco Silva furious. Josh King thought he had given Fulham the lead after 21 minutes when he cut inside and buried a low strike past Robert Sanchez, only for referee […]
Bournemouth stun Spurs as Frank suffers first Premier League defeat
Thomas Frank’s honeymoon as Tottenham head coach came to a sobering end as Bournemouth deservedly claimed a 1-0 victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Spurs produced a dismal display, registering just one shot on target in the entire match, and saw their hopes of moving top of the Premier League evaporate against a vibrant Cherries […]
Fernandes’ last-gap penalty rescues Manchester United against Burnley
Bruno Fernandes converted a 97th-minute penalty to hand Manchester United a desperately needed 3-2 victory over Burnley at Old Trafford, in a match manager Ruben Amorim had labelled a “must-win.” United’s head coach was under pressure following a humiliating Carabao Cup exit to Grimsby in midweek, but despite collecting three points, his side again displayed […]
Houthi Prime Minister killed in Israeli airstrike amid escalating tensions
The recent Israeli airstrike on Sanaa, Yemen, has resulted in the death of Ahmed al-Rahawi, the prime minister of the Houthi-led government, along with several other ministers. This attack is part of the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Houthis, who have been launching attacks on Israeli targets and Western vessels in the Red Sea […]
Hojlund set for Napoli switch in loan-to-buy deal
Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund is set to join Napoli on a season-long loan that includes an obligation to buy. United will receive a €6m (£5.2m) loan fee, with a further €44m (£38m) due next summer if the obligation — dependent on certain conditions — is triggered. The deal ensures United will avoid a financial […]
Palestinian president’s UN appearance hangs in the balance
The Palestinian presidency has expressed deep disappointment and concern over the United States’ decision to revoke Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas’s visa, just weeks before he was scheduled to attend the United Nations General Assembly in New York. According to Nabil Abu Rudeineh, spokesperson for Abbas, “This decision will only increase tension and escalation.” The Palestinian […]