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Victor Osimhen was on target as Galatasaray claimed a comfortable 3–1 victory over Fatih Karagümrük, strengthening their grip at the top of the Turkish Süper Lig on Saturday Galatasaray made a flying start to the contest, opening the scoring in the first minute through Gabriel Sara. Fatih Karagümrük responded positively and were rewarded with an equaliser in the 27th minute, briefly threatening to upset the hosts. However, Galatasaray regained control early in the second half. Sara completed his brace in the 51st minute to restore the lead, before Osimhen put the result beyond doubt four minutes later with a composed…

Former Bachelorette Emily Maynard Johnson’s 20-year-old daughter, Ricki, is enjoying her postpartum bliss after welcoming her first baby. “How is she real life?” Ricki gushed via her Instagram Stories on Friday, January 23, sharing a selfie with newborn Romi from a hospital bed. Ricki also shared photos of Romi sleeping and getting her first bath. Ricki, Maynard Johnson’s daughter with late ex-fiancé Ricky Hendrick, announced that she was expecting a baby in August 2025. Weeks later, Ricki asked her mother, 39, about her having “a baby outside marriage.” (Ricki has not publicly revealed the identity of Romi’s father.) Related: Former…

Nigeria’s Super Eagles stars have wasted no time returning to club duty after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, marking their comebacks with goals and strong performances across Europe on Saturday. Just a week after battling Egypt in the AFCON third-place match—where Nigeria prevailed on penalties to claim a record-extending ninth bronze medal—several members of the squad were back in action, carrying the same intensity and confidence into domestic football. In England, Samuel Chukwueze delivered a timely response after a difficult AFCON campaign. The winger, who endured a tough night against Morocco in the semi-final and missed a…

Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike and Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State Confused. Undecided. Disordered. Manipulated. These words fittingly depict the current state of affairs and conscience of the Rivers State House of Assembly in its impeachment plot. The swords are already drawn. The atmosphere is toxic with the smell of blood and screams of agony. There is an aberration in the ambiance, and justice is crying for help! The previously calm waters of Rivers State have surged over their banks. Streams are submerging plateaus. What shall we tell our children! Several generations of Nigerians would find…

The President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration has dismissed claims that it is demanding Nigerian students repay loans. This comes amid reports that Tinubu had asked Nigerian students to repay their debt to the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). Reacting to the development, a presidential media aide, Olusegun Dada, urged Nigerians to disregard the rumours. In a statement on his X account on Saturday, Olusegun said, “As reported from inception, repayment of the student loan will not commence until a moratorium period of two years (after NYSC completion) has been reached by the applicants. “As it stands, the scheme will clock…

The Chairman of Umuahia South Local Government Area of Abia State, Chinedu Enwereuzo, has cautioned residents against releasing their Permanent Voter’s Cards, National Identification Numbers, Bank Verification Numbers, and bank account details to individuals or groups. He said no government agency has authorised the collection of such information from the public. According to the council chairman, sharing personal data with unauthorised persons exposes individuals to fraud, identity theft, and other criminal activities. Similarly, the Chairman of Isuikwuato Local Government Area, Chinedu Ekeke, said he received reports about individuals allegedly demanding sensitive personal information from residents in the name of a…

A woman from Donga local government council of Taraba State, Mrs. Ramatu Abbas, who was recently accused of mutilating a teenage girl, has been divorced by her husband in accordance with Islamic rites. The incident last occurred in the council when Mrs. Abbas was said to have attacked a 17-year-old girl, Miss Iwasen Terhemba, over accusations that the teenager was having an affair with her husband. The husband, identified as Abbas, reportedly ended the marriage on grounds that his wife’s actions brought disgrace and disrepute to his family, eroded trust, and caused serious disharmony among relatives and associates. Mrs. Abbas…

Akor Adams scored for the second consecutive game to help Sevilla beat Athletic Bilbao 2-1. Akor rose from the bench to bag a brace in the Rojiblancos clash with Elche in midweek. The Nigeria international netted the winning goal for Sevilla in the mid-table clash with Athletic Bilbao. Matias Almeyda’s side ended a run of four league games without a win. Robert Navarro gave the visitors the lead five minutes before the break. Sevilla fought back with Gerard Fernandez equalising two minutes later. Akor converted from the spot 10 minutes after the break to hand Sevilla maximum points. The 25-year-old…

Victor Osimhen has cemented his hero status among Galatasaray supporters after scoring his 50th goal for the Turkish giants, a milestone achieved in record time. The 27-year-old reached the 50-goal milestone in just 59 games, making him the fastest player to reach 50 goals for Galatasaray since 2000, according to Transfermarkt’s database report on Saturday. Although he failed to score in Galatasaray’s 1–1 draw against Atlético Madrid in the Champions League, he didn’t have to wait long to hit the milestone. Osimhen struck in the very next match, scoring Galatasaray’s third goal in a 3–1 win over Fatih Karagümrük, after…

A fire outbreak has occurred at the Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate, Mile 2 area of Lagos State. Confirming the incident in a short statement on Saturday, the Controller General of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, said firefighters were already on the ground battling the blaze and working to bring the situation under control. She assured residents and business owners that there was no cause for panic, adding that the service was fully on top of the situation. Adeseye urged members of the public to remain calm as emergency responders continue operations at the scene. The statement…