Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

I did not consent to kiss – Spain World Cup star Hermoso Rubiales kissing incident Spanish Women’s World Cup winning midfielder Jenni Hermoso said she did not consent to being kissed by the country’s federation chief Luis Rubiales, after he refused to resign Friday following worldwide outcry over the incident. In a statement released by women players’ union Futpro, Hermoso and 80 other players said they would not accept an international call-up “if the current leadership continues” at the Spanish football federation. Rubiales, 46, said in a defiant speech at an emergency RFEF meeting that his kiss on Hermoso’s lips…

Meet Lionel Messi’s new bodyguard who protects him even while playing Recently, a viral video of a clean shave, medium-built man, pacing the touchline while football star, Lionel Messi was in action for his Major League Soccer side, Inter Miami. His close proximity presence to the Argentine left many wondering about his true identity. Apart from ensuring condoning off-pitch invaders, Chueko is responsible for ensuring Messi’s secure transition from the team bus to the changing rooms. Apart from Messi, the arrival of ex-Barca teammates, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba means more eyes on the club than before. Club Director Jorge…

Actress Yvonne Jegede, celebrates a remarkable milestone as she turns 40 today, defying age with her stunning elegance. The Nollywood actress, known for her chocolate-toned complexion, has chosen to ring in this new decade in a distinctive manner. In a departure from her 39th birthday, where she opted not to release a birthday photoshoot, Jegede has taken the studio route this year, gifting her fans with a series of captivating looks. The mother of one effortlessly shattered age norms, showcasing her youthful vigor in an enchanting black and red dress that tastefully highlighted her curves. Known for her brevity in…

Bonmati, Carmona Nominated For UEFA Women’s Player Of The Year Award Aitana Bonmati and Olga Carmona have been nominated for the UEFA Women’s Player of the Year award alongside Australia Women’s and Chelsea forward Sam Kerr. The duo were part of the Spanish team that won the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Barcelona Femeni midfielder Aitana Bonmati was named the best player at the 2023 Women’s World Cup. The 25-year-old was part of the Barcelona side that won the UEFA Women’s Champions League and the Primera Division in the 2022–23 season, scoring 19 goals in 37 appearances. Olga Carmona scored…

FirstBank CEO Named Ambassador of UI’s 75th Anniversary The Chief Executive Officer, FirstBank of Nigeria Limited, Dr. Adesola Adeduntan has been designated as the ambassador for the University of Ibadan (UI) 75th anniversary celebration, in acknowledgment of his outstanding achievements as an alumnus. In addition, Adeduntan has stressed the significance of private sector engagement in strengthening technology education across Nigerian universities, citing the importance of nurturing graduates who can excel in the international arena. He made this call recently at a courtesy visit to FirstBank’s Head office in Lagos, where the Vice Chancellor UI, Professor Kayode Adebowale, and his board…

Nigerian Film Corporation stresses commitment to audio-visual pact with South Africa The Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) during the Durban Filmmart in South Africa, unveiled the Co-Production Procedure and Practice Handbook to service the Nigeria-South Africa Audio-Visual Cooperation Agreement; and assured of its seamless implementation. The pact between both nations was signed by former President Muhammadu Buhari and Cyril Ramaphosa, arising from the outcome of the 10th Session of the Bi-National Commission held from November 26th – 28th 2021, in Abuja, Nigeria. Speaking at the unveiling, during the Nigeria Co-production and Cooperation Session at the Durban Filmmart, Dr. Chidia Maduekwe, NFC’s…

Enoh vows to revive Moshood Abiola stadium The Minister of Sports Development, John Enoh, has undertaken a commitment to restore the renowned Moshood Abiola National Stadium to its former glory. This declaration came during a comprehensive inspection of the expansive national monument, nestled across 29 hectares (72 acres) of land. The stadium, divided into two sections – Package A, comprising the 60,000-seat Main Bowl, and Package B, housing an array of sporting facilities including basketball courts, volleyball courts, tennis courts, squash courts, and the NFF office – stands as a potential jewel within the African multi-purpose stadium landscape. The new…

Subsidy: Onuesoke Lauds Oborevwori For Increasing Workers Salaries, Reducing Working Days Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Chieftain and former Delta State gubernatorial candidate, Chief Sunny Onuesoke, has commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s lofty implementation of the N5 billion allocated to each state of the federation and the subsequent increment of Delta State workers’ salaries, as well as reduction of working days to ameliorate hardship of the workers in the state. Recalled that Oborevwori, in an attempt to reduce the hardship on Delta State workers occasioned by fuel price increase, has not only announced the increase of workers’ salaries in the state, but…

We’ll Continue To Use Sports To Curb Youths Restiveness – Aisekhalaye Assures As part of an effort to promote peaceful co-existence among youths in its various host communities, NEPL/ND-WESTERN JV, OML 34 Assets Management Team (AMT), said it will soon commence the sponsorship of an enlarged annual football competition as a means of enhancing sustainable cordial relations. Speaking with newsmen during the opening game between Okpare United FC and Eruemukohwarien United FC, held recently at Otu-Jeremi stadium, Ughelli South Council area, Company’s team leader, Mr. Dele Aisekhalaye, described the tournament as a pilot edition preceding its adoption as Corporate Social…

I’ll intervene in issue with Emirates Airline, UAE visa issuance — Tinubu Tinubu to Envoys: Only homegrown solutions’ll solve African problems President Bola Tinubu (2nd left) wirth Salem Saeed Alshamsi(left), Ambassador-designate of the United Arab Emirates to Nigeria, and other government officials. STATE HOUSE PHOTO. President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, said he was ready to personally intervene in the issues with Emirates Airline and the issuance of United Arab Emirates, UAE, visa to Nigerians. The President also said African countries have a better chance of overcoming economic and security challenges by looking inward for solutions and walking the talk on all…