Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

From Abuja To Lisbon: Young Nigerian Striker Joins Benfica. An Inspiring leap from the pitches of Abuja to the prestigious grounds of Lisbon, 18-year-old Edokpolor Peter Osayande has signed a long-term contract with Benfica, one of Portugal’s premier football clubs competing in the Primeira Liga as reported by France based Nigerian Sports Journalist Ojora Babatunde. Osayande, affectionately known as ‘Osa’, was scouted in Abuja last year while playing for Galadima FC. His journey from the local Nigerian club to the international stage is a testament to his remarkable talent and dedication to the sport. The young striker has shown…

Sporting Lagos Strikes Lucrative Shirt Sponsorship Deal With Rexona. In a significant boost for Nigerian football, Sporting Lagos has announced a new shirt sponsorship agreement with Rexona, the renowned deodorant brand under the Unilever umbrella. This partnership marks a pivotal moment for the club as they continue the 2024/25 season in the Nigeria National League (NNL). Rexona, known for its global presence in sports sponsorship, brings a wealth of experience to the table, having previously partnered with high-profile entities such as Manchester City, Chelsea, La Liga, and the Confederation of African Football (CAF). This association not only elevates Sporting Lagos’…

Arsenal Thrashes Manchester City 5-1 In Emphatic Premier League Statement. Arsenal delivered a stunning performance at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, demolishing Manchester City 5-1 in a match that saw the Gunners carve out a statement win against the defending champions. The visitors took an early hit when Martin Ødegaard netted a goal in the second minute, capitalising on a defensive error from Manuel Akanji. Despite City’s attempts to regain control, Arsenal’s intensity did not wane. At half-time, the scoreline read 1-0 in favour of Arsenal, but the second half saw a dramatic turnaround. Erling Haaland pulled a goal back…

Espanyol Stun Real Madrid To Halt Title Charge. La Liga side Espanyol pulled off a stunning upset over Real Madrid, denying Carlo Ancelotti’s side a chance to move four points clear at the top of the table. After absorbing an immense amount of pressure from the formidable Real side, the home team struck on the counter-attack. In the 85th minute, Carlos Romero calmly slotted the ball beyond Thibaut Courtois at the back post, sealing a memorable victory for Espanyol. Real Madrid had earlier believed they had taken the lead in the first half when Vinicius Jr curled a beautiful shot…

Moyes’ Magic Touch Lifts Everton To 4-0 Victory Over Leicester. Just weeks after remarking that he “can’t magician” Everton to scoring goals, manager David Moyes appears to have waved his wand successfully during Saturday’s 4-0 triumph over Leicester City. In a performance that recalled a touch of wizardry, Everton opened the scoring when Abdoulaye Doucoure found the net after just ten seconds – a moment so instantaneous that Moyes later mused, “After eight seconds, I was thinking ‘my goodness this is fabulous’.” The lead was soon extended by fans’ favourite Iliman Ndiaye, whose goal sealed the thrashing of…

Police Crackdown On Infrastructure Thieves In Abuja, Recover Assets Worth N1 Billion. In lieu of the recent vandalism and theft of public property within the Abuja Metropolis, the Nigeria Police Force in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has arrested 31 suspects linked to the theft of 115 manhole covers, transformer components, and other public assets valued at over N1 billion. The arrests, which were made during a series of coordinated raids across various locations including Dei-Dei, Nyanya, Zuba, Mpape, Kabusa, Jabi, and Gwarinpa, mark one of the largest anti-vandalism operations in FCT’s history. The operation involved a joint task…

Israel Adesanya Delivers Classic Performance Against Kelvin Gastelum At UFC 236. By Olukayode Olumuyiwa  Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has etched his name in the annals of mixed martial arts history with a pulsating victory over Kelvin Gastelum at UFC 236—a bout widely hailed as one of the finest championship clashes in the sport.  A Battle of Resilience and Skill Adesanya, whose illustrious championship reign included six successful middleweight title defences—second only to Anderson Silva’s record ten—faced a stern test in his interim title fight against the then 16-3 Gastelum. The fight took place as the co-main event to…

Chuba Akpom Still Waiting For Super Eagles Call-Up Six Years After Switching Allegiance. Former Arsenal striker Chuba Akpom has expressed his continued desire to represent Nigeria, six years after pledging his international allegiance to the Super Eagles. Akpom, who currently plays for Ajax, revealed in an interview with Omasports TV that he is yet to receive a call-up despite his commitment to the Nigerian national team since 2019. “I try to give 100%, and I’ve been waiting since 2019. I switched allegiances a long time ago, but if it happens, it happens. And if not, I’ll just keep…

JUST-IN: Nigeria Police To Enforce Third-Party Insurance From 1st February 2025. The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed that from the 1st of February 2025, all vehicles on Nigerian roads must possess valid Third-Party Insurance. This new regulation aims to enhance road safety and provide financial protection for accident victims. The enforcement of this mandate has sparked a wide array of reactions across social media, particularly on X. Many users have taken to the platform to voice their opinions on the initiative. On one hand, there’s optimism regarding the potential benefits. “This could be a game-changer for road safety in…

Jhon Duran Completes £71m Move To Al-Nassr From Aston Villa. Colombian striker Jhon Duran has completed a move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr from Aston Villa in a deal that could be worth up to £71 million. The 21-year-old will now join star players Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mané in Riyadh after spending two years at Villa Park. “Aston Villa can confirm that Jhon Duran has joined Al-Nassr,” the club announced. “Everyone at Aston Villa would like to wish Jhon all the best in the next step of his professional career.” Duran was an unused substitute in…

Trump Announces New Tariffs On Mexico, Canada And China. US President Donald Trump has announced new tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China, with duties set to take effect on Saturday. According to the White House, tariffs of 25% will be imposed on Mexico and Canada, while Chinese goods will face a 10% duty. However, Trump revealed on Friday that Canadian oil would be subject to a lower 10% tariff, which is expected to come into force later, on 18 February. He also signalled plans to impose tariffs on the European Union in the future, citing unfair treatment…

British-Israeli Hostage Reveals Captivity In UN Facilities. A British-Israeli woman held hostage by Hamas for 15 months has revealed that she was detained in United Nations facilities during her captivity. Emily Damari, who was released earlier this month, disclosed during a phone call with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer that she was held at sites belonging to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). She also recounted being denied medical treatment despite suffering gunshot wounds to her hand and leg. Damari stated that while being held at an UNRWA facility, her captors provided her…