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The Executive Director of YIAGA Africa, Samson Itodo, has said that the forthcoming Anambra Governorship Election will be the first major test for the newly confirmed Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Joash Amupitan. Itodo, in an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday, said that despite Professor Amupitan’s credentials and experience reflecting … Continue reading “Anambra Election Will Be Amupitan’s First Major Test — Itodo”
The Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice has clarified that no inmate approved for clemency under the recent exercise of President Bola Tinubu’s power of prerogative of mercy has been released from custody. The clarification comes amid widespread debate following President Tinubu’s recent exercise of the prerogative of mercy … Continue reading “Presidential Pardon Still Under Review, Not Yet Final – AGF Fagbemi”
Nigeria’s shot put champion, Chukwuebuka Enekwechi has described his African record-breaking 22.10m throw at the 2025 Prefontaine Classic in Eugene as the highlight of his season. In an interview with Making of Champions, the 32-year-old called his long-awaited 22-metre mark a moment that defined his persistence and belief after years of hard work. The record-breaking … Continue reading ““It Almost Felt Impossible” – Chukwuebuka Enekwechi Speaks on Historic 22-Metre Throw”
Maduka Okoye is set to make his return to competitive football just days after completing a two-month suspension handed down by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC). Okoye, 26, was sidelined following an investigation into suspicious betting activity during a match two seasons ago. With his ban now lifted, Okoye is poised to reclaim his spot … Continue reading “Maduka Okoye Set for Udinese Return After Suspension”
U.S. President, Donald Trump has threatened to relocate the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches scheduled to hold in Boston, citing alleged unrest and “unsafe conditions” in parts of the city. The comments, made on Tuesday during a meeting with Argentina’s president, have sparked confusion and pushback from both FIFA officials and Boston city leaders, who … Continue reading “Donald Trump Threatens to Move World Cup Fixtures from Boston “
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, wrapped up their preparations for the upcoming FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup with an impressive 3–2 victory over Paraguay in Casablanca on Tuesday. The Bankole Olowookere-led side showed sharpness and attacking intent early in the contest, continuing their fine form in friendly games ahead of the tournament in … Continue reading “U-17WWC: Nigeria’s Yahaya Hits Hat-trick in Flamingos 3-2 Friendly Win”
Former Super Eagles Sylvanus Okpala and Duke Udi have called for a mindset shift among African nations competing at the FIFA World Cup. Speaking during Brila FM’s breakfast show, ‘No Holds Barred with Ifeanyi Udeze’, Okpala emphasized the need for African teams to approach the World Cup with a winning mentality. “The teams that qualified … Continue reading “Okpala and Udi Call for World Cup Mindset Shift”
Towards the end of last month, promising young Liverpool striker Jayden Danns suffered a hamstring injury in U21 action against Ipswich Town. The injury came just a week following his return to action with the first team with an appearance against Southampton in the League Cup. Now, U21 coach Rob Page has confirmed the injury—and … Continue reading “Liverpool Confirm Jayden Danns Hamstring Injury”
It’s been 15 years since Fenway Sports Group bought a Liverpool Football Club on the brink of administration. Fifteen years since a side struggling on the pitch, on the brink of a potential massive points deduction that could well have seen them dropped down into the Championship, was saved from that fate. Not every moment … Continue reading “FSG Reflect On 15 Years and Returning Liverpool FC to Their Perch”
Liverpool FC and Manchester City have locked horns on the pitch for domestic and continental trophies over the past decade, and it should perhaps come as no surprise that the competition is just as intense over the pitch too. In the past couple of years in particular, Liverpool have made something of a habit of … Continue reading “Liverpool Sign Goalkeeping Prospect From Man City”