Written by Bruno Guimaraes made his first Arsenal appearance as the Premier League champions were held to a 1-1 draw by Como in their final pre-season friendly at the Emirates on Wednesday. Guimaraes, signed for a reported £75 million ($101 million) from top-flight rivals Newcastle last week, was introduced at half-time after Myles Lewis-Skelly’s opening goal for … Continue reading “Guimaraes makes Arsenal debut in 1-1 draw with Como”
The family of late Nollywood actress Tope Osoba has announced the postponement of her burial ceremony until further notice. In a statement, the family said the decision was taken following the Candlelight and Artists’ Night held in honour of the actress. The family explained that the postponement would allow it to make further arrangements and … Continue reading “Tope Osoba’s burial postponed – Family announces”
Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain, PSG rubber-stamped their status as Europe’s top team as they beat Aston Villa 2-1 in the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Desire Doue netted either side of a debut goal for Villa teenager Brian Madjo in Salzburg as PSG defended the title they first won 12 months … Continue reading “PSG down Aston Villa 2-1 to retain UEFA Super Cup”
The UK government has announced the closure of 13 more hotels being used to accommodate asylum seekers, as part of its wider plan to end the use of hotels for asylum accommodation. The latest closures mean hotels in several parts of England can return to normal commercial use or be repurposed to serve local communities. … Continue reading “Full list: UK shuts 13 more asylum hotels”
By Dickson Omobola All Progressives Congress, APC has insisted that its governorship candidate in Saturday’s Osun State governorship election, Biodun Oyebamiji, will defeat Governor Ademola Adeleke. However, media entrepreneur and ADC chieftain, Dele Momodu, expressed confidence that Adeleke would secure a second term due to his impressive performance in office. Speaking on Politics Today, a … Continue reading “Osun: Momodu backs Adeleke for second term; APC predicts defeat”
By Udeme AkpanDangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has clarified its position following recent reports referencing data released by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), which suggested that the refinery rejected 15.5 million barrels of crude oil offered by local producers in the second quarter of 2026.The company emphasised that it remains fully committed to … Continue reading “Domestic crude must be available and commercially viable – Dangote Refinery”
By Adesina Wahab The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, Southwest Zone, has called for the immediate release of a student leader and activist, Alalade Bukola Felix, who was arrested by the police over an allegation that he took part in the violence that erupted at a political event in the state.NANS said Alalade should … Continue reading “NANS calls for release of student leader arrested over political crisis in Osun”
Portugal and football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has married his long-time partner, Georgina Rodriguez, in a private civil ceremony in Portugal. Ronaldo, 41, and Rodriguez, who have been together since 2016 after meeting in Madrid, confirmed the marriage by sharing a photograph on Instagram showing off their wedding rings. View this post on Instagram A post … Continue reading “Ronaldo marries long-time partner Georgina Rodriguez in Portugal”
By Efe Onodjae Men dressed in what appeared to be Lagos State Task Force uniforms, alongside others in plain clothes, yesterday forced a Vanguard reporter to transfer money to them after stopping and damaging his vehicle on the Mile 2 Bridge in Lagos. The men jumped onto the reporter’s car, demanded money, damaged the vehicle … Continue reading “Men dressed in task force uniforms force Vanguard reporter to transfer money on Mile 2 Bridge”
By Olasunkanmi Akoni Two people have been killed in a fatal road accident at the Diamond Tank Junction on Creek Road, Apapa, Lagos, on Tuesday. The crash occurred around 2:20 p.m. when a heavy-duty truck fully loaded with plywood lost control while attempting a U-turn near the MSC company premises. According to an eyewitness, Joseph … Continue reading “Apapa Ports: Truck crushes two to death in alleged extortion attempt”