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Former Super Eagles captain and ex-coach, Sunday Oliseh, has once again expressed his disapproval of the Nigeria Football Federation’s continued preference for foreign managers, insisting that competent Nigerian coaches are being unfairly sidelined. Speaking on Channels Sports on Sunday, Oliseh reiterated his belief that local tacticians possess the necessary expertise to lead the national team successfully. “I am totally against having that role not being handed over to a Nigerian because we have qualified Nigerians who can do that job,” Oliseh stated. His comments come amidst the tenure of Éric Chelle, a French-born former Mali international, who took over the…

Tensions are rising within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) over the political future of Vice President Kashim Shettima as the party inches closer to the 2027 general elections following a violent confrontation at a North-East stakeholders’ meeting held in Gombe State on Sunday. The source of the crisis: growing concerns that Vice President Kashim Shettima may be dropped as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate for the 2027 elections. The meeting, convened at the International Conference Centre, Gombe, was initially intended to reaffirm support for President Tinubu’s second-term ambition. However, it descended into chaos after some party officials failed to…

Traffic along the Osogbo-Gbongan road was severely disrupted on Thursday as multiple accidents caused a major gridlock, leaving travellers stranded for several hours. The congestion, which stretched between Akoda and Sekona communities, kept some motorists stuck for nearly four hours, with only a limited number of Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) officials and security personnel on the ground to manage the situation. While details of the accidents remained unclear as of press time, the Public Enlightenment Officer of the FRSC in Osun State, Agnes Ogungbemi, confirmed that some victims sustained injuries and were taken to a private hospital in Ede.…

The Federal Government has kick-started preparations for the 2025 Democracy Day with the inauguration of an inter-ministerial committee. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has been named chairman of the committee. A statement released on Thursday by the Director of Information in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Segun Imohiosen, revealed that Akume was represented at the inauguration event by the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu. In his remarks, Bagudu emphasized the significance of the celebration, noting that Democracy Day is more than a symbolic occasion. “Democracy…

Former President of Zambia, Edgar Lungu, has died at the age of 68. His party, the Patriotic Front, announced his death in a statement released on Thursday. According to the party, Lungu passed away in Pretoria, South Africa, where he had been receiving medical treatment for an undisclosed illness. The statement read that Lungu was “receiving specialized treatment in South Africa for an undisclosed illness.” Lungu served as Zambia’s president from 2015 to 2021. He lost his re-election bid to the current president, Hakainde Hichilema, and subsequently stepped away from politics. However, he later returned to the political scene with…

In a bid to ensure road safety during the Sallah season, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has carried out a special enforcement operation in Nyanya, Abuja, leading to the arrest of multiple traffic offenders and the impoundment of vehicles. According to a statement shared on the Corps’ official X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday, the operation was aimed at curbing traffic violations among commercial tricycle operators in the area. The statement read in part: “As part of efforts to ensure the safety of road users during the Sallah festivities, Officers and Men of RS7.13 Nyanya Unit Command, led by…

President Bola Tinubu has cautioned police officers against using their authority to intimidate or abuse the very people they are meant to protect. Emphasizing the importance of professionalism and accountability, the President urged the police to uphold the rule of law at all times. Speaking through Senate President Godswill Akpabio at the 2nd Annual IGP’s Award and Commendation Ceremony held in Abuja on Wednesday night, Tinubu reminded officers of the responsibility that comes with their role. “Be reminded that the power you wield is not for intimidation but for protection. It is not for abuse but for service. You must…

Simone Inzaghi has officially been unveiled as the new manager of Saudi Arabian giants Al Hilal, marking the end of his four-year stint with Inter Milan. The announcement confirms that Inzaghi has signed a two-year contract with the Riyadh-based club. His deal, reportedly worth around €25 million per season, will make him the highest-paid manager in the world. The agreement takes immediate effect, with his first assignment set to be a high-profile Club World Cup clash against Real Madrid on June 18. Inzaghi departs Inter after a largely successful spell in charge, during which he secured one Serie A title,…

Cristiano Ronaldo delivered yet again, scoring his 137th international goal to complete a dramatic 2-1 comeback win for Portugal over Germany, sealing a place in the UEFA Nations League final and ending a five-match losing streak against Die Mannschaft. Kick-off at the Allianz Arena was delayed by 10 minutes due to a storm in Munich, but both sides came out with intensity. Leon Goretzka tested Diogo Costa early, while Ronaldo forced a routine save from Marc-André ter Stegen at the other end. Germany applied pressure as the first half progressed, but Costa stood firm with key saves to deny Goretzka…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday received Pastor Tunde Bakare, the Serving Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church, at his residence in Lagos. The meeting was made public by presidential aide Bayo Onanuga, who shared a photo of the President with Bakare on his X (formerly Twitter) handle. After the closed-door session, Pastor Bakare addressed journalists, revealing that their discussion centered on national development and the future of Nigeria. “It’s not about just reservations. It’s about how the country will go well. My personal vision is to see a nation that works in my lifetime, and those things I’ve…