Former Cross River State governor, Donald Duke, has expressed disapproval of President Bola Tinubu’s acquisition of a new presidential jet, citing the current economic struggles of Nigerians. Duke termed the move as “leadership failure” during an appearance on Channels TV’s “Inside Sources” program. He emphasized that leaders should prioritize their people’s welfare, stating, “If I…
The Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Victor Oko-Jumbo, has screened and confirmed eight nominees for the positions of chairman and members of the Rivers State Bureau of Public Procurement, BPP. This decision follows a request from Governor Siminalayi Fubara for the House to review and approve the nominees, as presented by factional Speaker…
Bruno Labbadia has made a U-turn on his decision to coach the Super Eagles of Nigeria The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, announced on Tuesday that the German will take charge of the Super Eagles. According to reports emanating from Germany, the 58-year-old has now rejected the chance to manage the three-time African champions. NFF reportedly…
Italian Seria A side Napoli have signed Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay for a fee of £25.7m. The Scotland international, departs having spent his entire career at United – first attending a soccer school at the club when aged five. McTominay made his United debut in 2017 and made 255 club appearances under four permanent…
Kieran Trippier, the 33-year-old Newcastle United defender, has announced his retirement from international football. With 54 caps for England, Trippier has had a remarkable international career, representing the Three Lions in four major tournaments Trippier made his debut for England in 2017 and was a key player in Gareth Southgate’s team, known for his set-piece…
Southampton have completed the signing of Arsenal and England goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale for £25m. The Saints will pay an initial £18m for the former Sheffield United goalkeeper, with an extra £7m in add-ons. The 26-year-old has signed a four-year deal at St Mary’s and the club have the option of extending his deal by a…
According to 2023 data from the Ministry of Police Affairs, kidnapping for ransom has become the most-reported crime case in Nigeria under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. StatiSense revealed this information on its X account, showing that kidnapping cases have surpassed murder, banditry, terrorism, and armed robbery in terms of reported incidents. A zonal analysis…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President, Joe Ajaero, and General Secretary, Emma Ugboaja, have been summoned by the police to appear at the Force Headquarters on September 5, 2024, for the second time This new invitation comes after Ajaero honored the police’s initial invitation, where he faced allegations of criminal conspiracy, terrorism financing, treasonable felony,…
The remains of Nigeria’s music icon, Onyeka Onwenu, have been buried in a private ceremony in Ikoyi, Lagos, following a funeral service at the Fountain of Life Church in Ilupeju. The service, which drew a large crowd of mourners, was a celebration of Onwenu’s life and legacy, which spanned music, broadcasting, acting, and activism. Onwenu,…
The draws for the new look Europa League have been made with Scottish club Rangers taking on both Manchester United and Tottenham. Rangers will play Spurs at Ibrox and travel to Old Trafford to play Manchester United their first meeting in 14 years. Each team plays eight fixtures in the ‘league phase’, with this year’s…
