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Two European clubs have reacted to Super Eagles’ victory against Egypt in the AFCON third-place playoff tie on Saturday evening. The clubs are Atalanta and Besiktas, respectively. Recall that Nigeria defeated the Pharaohs 4-2 on penalties after the match ended in a 0-0 after normal as there was no extra time. Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali saved the two penalty kicks of Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush. Reacting, Atalanta who have Ademola Lookman in their squad wrote on X: “Ademola Lookman converts the decisive penalty in the win against Egypt as the Super Eagles secure the bronze medal at the…
Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi has congratulated the Super Eagles on their third-place finish at the Africa Cup of Nations, praising the team’s resilience and fighting spirit throughout the tournament. Nigeria secured the bronze medal after defeating Egypt 4–2 on penalties in the third-place playoff, ending their AFCON campaign on a positive note after narrowly missing out on a place in the final. In a statement shared on his X handle on Saturday, Atiku commended the players for representing Nigeria with pride and determination, noting that their performance reflected the values of perseverance and national…
Some yet to be identified gunmen have reportedly killed a police officer and abducted a Chinese expatriate principal at Aqua Triton Company in Ogunmakin Area of Ibadan in Oyo State. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, confirmed this in a statement, on Saturday, in Ibadan, the state capital. The statement read, “There was an attack at Aqua Triton Company in Ogunmakin, near Ibadan, Oyo State, where yet to be identified gunmen stormed the facility in a commando-style operation. “One police officer tragically died while repelling the attack, injuring some of the assailants, and the Chinese expatriate principal was…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara has pledged not to support, directly or indirectly, any action capable of undermining peace and safety in the state. The governor made the pledge while speaking as Special Guest at the finals of the 2026 Port Harcourt Polo Tournament held in the state capital on Saturday. According to Fubara, the protection of lives and property remains the foremost responsibility of his administration. He said he remains the governor of Rivers State, stressing that he is committed to delivering on the promises made to the people of Rivers State. “What is important is that I am…
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has praised his players’ unity, resilience, and determination following Nigeria’s bronze medal finish at the AFCON 2025. Nigeria claimed third place after edging Egypt 4–2 on penalties on Saturday, ending the tournament on a positive note after narrowly missing out on a place in the final. The Super Eagles showed composure under pressure during the shootout to secure the victory. Speaking after the match, Chelle emphasised his desire to maintain continuity within the squad, stressing the importance of building on the chemistry developed during the competition. He hinted at keeping the current group together…
Many stars grew their families in 2026. Former Bachelor contestant Sydney Warner announced in January that she gave birth to her second baby with her husband, NFL star Fred Warner. “Our girl is safe, healthy, and so deeply loved,” Sydney gushed via Instagram on January 7. “Thankful for God’s protection, strength, and the countless prayers that carried us through her early days. We are finally home and [a] family of four!” Sydney and Fred, who have been together since 2020, previously welcomed son Beau in March 2024. The Warners aren’t the only stars who have their hands full this year.…
President Donald Trump has imposed a 10 per cent tariff on goods from the UK, Denmark, France, and other key European countries over their resistance to the US acquisition of Greenland. Mr Trump, in a post on Truth Social, said the countries — the UK, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Finland — have failed to prioritise World peace and the interests of the US against China and Russia despite long years of free trade with America. “This is a very dangerous situation for the Safety, Security, and Survival of our Planet,” he wrote. The tariff, according to…
The Kano State Government has rejected reports claiming that Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s directive caused an administrative shutdown in the state. Some media outlets alleged that a late-2025 order by the governor, which temporarily prevented Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) from sending files to his office, had “grounded public administration.” Responding in a statement on Saturday, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Umar Faruq Ibrahim, described the reports as false and misleading. “The Government wishes to state clearly and unequivocally that this claim is incorrect, misleading and devoid of factual or legal basis,” Ibrahim said. He explained that…
A former All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship aspirant in Osun State, Dr Akin Ogunbiyi, has thrown his weight behind the party’s campaign strategy ahead of the 2026 general election cycle. Ogunbiyi spoke on Saturday in Osogbo during a meeting with leaders and members of his political organisation drawn from the 30 local government areas and the Modakeke Area Office. The gathering was convened to review developments from the APC governorship primary election conducted in December 2025 and to outline next steps for party mobilisation. At the meeting, Ogunbiyi instructed his campaign coordinators and supporters across federal constituencies and local government…
A 37-year-old man, whose identity is yet to be known, has been rescued from a well in Saki, Oyo State. The man was rescued alive from the well in the Oke-Sebe area of Saki. The incident occurred on Saturday morning. It was learnt that the man was given proper medical attention immediately after he was rescued by men of the Oyo State Fire Service. The Chairman of the Oyo State Fire Service, Hon. Maroof Akinwande, confirmed the incident. He added that the man was rescued alive by his men. “Upon arrival at 9:29 a.m., the officers quickly swung into action…
