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Awoniyi ends 348-day goal drought in Forest win Aina, Awaziem get assists Otu scores in Fenerbahçe’s 18–0 win It was a weekend to remember for Nigerian stars, as the men announced their return from international football with goals and the women maintained their impressive momentum. ABIODUN ADEWALE reports ENGLAND Awoniyi, Aina (Nottingham Forest) Super Eagles duo Taiwo Awoniyi and Ola Aina played key roles in Nottingham Forest’s impressive 2–0 away victory over Brentford, combining for a goal and an assist to cap a strong Nigerian showing in the Premier League. Both players registered their first direct goal contributions of the…

Japan’s financial regulator is weighing potential rule changes that could pave the way for cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs), with local media reporting that 2028 is being discussed as an early target.According to a report by Nikkei, citing people familiar with the matter, Japan’s Financial Services Agency plans to amend its regulatory framework to allow crypto to be included as eligible ETF assets alongside stronger investor-protection mechanisms. Major financial groups, including Nomura Holdings and SBI Holdings, are among the first companies expected to develop crypto-linked ETF products, Nikkei reported.If implemented, the changes would lower barriers for Japanese retail investors aiming for regulated…

Taylor Swift’s mom Andrea Swift is spending quality time with her future in-law Donna Kelce. Andrea, 68, was photographed linking arms with Travis Kelce’s mom, 73, as the pair attended Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, on Sunday, January 25. The photos were shared via People that day. While Travis, 36, and Taylor, 36, didn’t appear to join their moms for the chilly outing, Andrea and Donna looked at ease in one another’s company, leaning into one another as they flashed smiles for the camera. Dressed in appropriately cozy attire — Andrea teaming a patterned jacket with snow boots…

It was a “white” Sunday in the United States, as heavy snow, crippling ice, freezing rain and frigid temperatures blanketed a massive swath of the country this weekend. Roughly 245 million people across 40 states, stretching all the way from New Mexico and Texas to parts of New England and the South, are affected by what has been a historic storm. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that dangerously cold conditions with the coldest wind chills started to impact most parts of the US since Friday and will be in effect till the early days of the week. In…

Wael Sawan, Chief Executive Officer of Shell Plc, has commended President Bola Tinubu for restoring investor confidence and improving Nigeria’s investment climate. According to a statement on Sunday by presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Mr Sawan spoke during a meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The Shell CEO said the multinational oil company was deepening investments in Nigeria and, with partners, ready to commit an additional $20 billion due to the President’s vision. “Nigeria under your administration has emerged as a major destination for global oil and gas investments,” Mr Sawan noted. He highlighted recent Shell projects, including $5 billion in…

Two people were killed and six others abducted on Friday night when armed bandits attacked Dan Nakwabo and Madobai villages in Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State. The incident was contained in a post shared on X on Monday by security analyst Bakatsine. According to the post, the gunmen struck at about 9:00 p.m.., “In Dan Nakwabo village, the attackers killed a man and a woman, identified as children of a local businessman, Alhaji Dan Azimi. Two other residents were abducted during the attack. “In nearby Madobai village, no deaths were recorded, but four people were kidnapped by the…

Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has reacted to speculations about accepting to become President Bola Tinubu’s running mate in the 2027 general election. Dogara stated that leadership and nation-building have never depended on perfect individuals, citing historical examples of how civilizations were built and sustained by ordinary people. He said he’s not perfect despite his political experience but can boast of having some rich pedigree. The former Speaker made the remarks on Sunday while speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme, where he was asked about the possibility of serving as vice-presidential candidate. According to him,…

Security forces have neutralised Amadu, a wanted kidnapping kingpin, during a military operation in Jama’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State.Details of the operation were made public in a post shared on X on Monday by security analyst Zagazola Makama. The post disclosed that the raid was carried out in Malafiya town, Atiku Ward, after troops received credible intelligence about the location of the criminal group’s hideout. Amadu was identified as the head of a gang involved in kidnapping, cattle rustling and armed robbery across Malafiya and nearby communities. He was also listed among the most wanted suspects by security…

Governor of Abia State,  Alex  Otti, has approved the appointment of Deutsch Detchoua Gustave Emmanuel as the new Head Coach of Enyimba International Football Club, Aba. The appointment of the new Head Coach was announced by Abia State Commissioner for Information, Okey Kanu  in a statement, on Monday. According to him, Enyimba, which is Nigeria and Africa’s foremost club, has experienced decline from its traditional standards of excellence, noting that the administration of Governor Otti is determined to reposition the club for professionalism, sustainability, and strong corporate governance. The statement read in part: “The appointment of Coach Deutsch Detchoua Gustave…

The Minister of State for Works, Bello Goronyo, has expressed dissatisfaction with the slow pace of the Zaria–Sheme Road project after inspecting the construction from Sheme, Katsina State, on Sunday in Kaduna. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the project forms part of the dualisation of Zaria-Funtua-Sokoto road in Kaduna, Katsina, Zamfara and Sokoto states, a vast route executed by no fewer than four contractors across the states. Goronyo explained that “Mothercat Nigeria Limited was handling phases one and two from Sheme to Zaria, while CBC covered about 105 kilometres to Talatan Mafara in Zamfara.” He said Triacta was…