Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

AFCON U-20: Egypt suffers 4-1 defeat to Nigeria in penalty shootout losing bronze Flying Eagles Egypt suffers 4-1 defeat to Nigeria in penalty shootout losing bronze. The Flying Eagles of Nigeria secured third place at the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Egypt 2025 with a dramatic 4-1 victory in a penalty shootout against tournament hosts, Egypt, on Sunday. The third-place clash, held at the 30 June Stadium in Cairo, ended 1-1 after regulation time. With no extra time in the playoff fixture, the match was decided on penalties, where the Flying Eagles showed composure to claim their fifth bronze…

Sanwo-Olu honours with Premier League trophy, ready to continue using sports as tools for development The trophy was presented to Governor Sanwo-Olu by the Managing Director of Guinness Nigeria PLC, Mr. Girish Sharma, at the Lagos House, Marina. * Governor promises to make Lagos conducive for sports activities. Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Sunday received the Premier League Trophy, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to using sports as a tool for engagement, social inclusion, and youth development. The trophy was presented to Governor Sanwo-Olu by the Managing Director of Guinness Nigeria PLC, Mr. Girish Sharma, at the Lagos House, Marina.…

Osimhen shines as Galatasaray win Turkish Super League Osimhen shines as Galatasaray win Turkish Super League * Osimhen scores 36 goals this season. Galatasaray have been crowned the 2024/25 Turkish Super Lig champions following a convincing 2-0 win against Kayserispor on Sunday evening at a packed Rams Park in Istanbul. Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen opened the scoring in the 27th minute with a thunderous header, rising highest to meet Gabriel Sara’s well-placed corner. The Super Eagles star powered the ball past the Kayserispor goalkeeper, igniting wild celebrations among the home fans. The goal marked Osimhen’s 36th in all competitions this…

Tinubu, Obi and Fayemi in hilarious moment in Rome President Bola Tinubu, Peter Obi and Kayode Fayemi in Rome Tinubu, Obi and Fayemi in hilarious moment in Rome President Bola Tinubu and the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, shared warm moments in Rome on Sunday. The two political rivals met Pope Leo XIV’s installation mass on Sunday in Rome. Tinubu was one of the world leaders officially invited to the event by Pope Leo XIV. The Nigerian president who arrived Rome on Saturday, was received at the Mario De Bernardo Military Airport by…

Tinubu passes message to Catholic bishops in Rome President Bola Tinubu Tinubu passes message to Catholic bishops in Rome President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigerians to use their diversity for the country’s stability and rapid development. Tinubu spoke on Sunday in Rome when he received members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria. The President also issued a stirring call to leaders at all levels to work for the betterment of the citizenry. He said, “If we use our diversity not for adversity but for prosperity, the country’s hope is stability and progress.” He described it as historic,…

CRAN General Secretary: Popular Journalist, Joshua Uloko elected CRAN General Secretary: Popular Journalist, Joshua Uloko elected In a significant leadership transition for the Crime Reporters Association of Nigeria (CRAN), Joshua Uloko of The Pride Newspaper was elected as the General Secretary during the association’s triennial elections held on Friday, May 16, 2025, at the Mike Okiro Press Centre, Ikeja, Lagos. The keenly contested election saw Uloko defeat the incumbent, Niran Odufayo, with a decisive 22 votes to 8, marking a pivotal shift in the association’s secretariat. His victory is widely viewed as a mandate for renewed energy, transparency, and dedication…

Starting from scratch, my father was jailed for my education – Atiku Atiku Abubakar Starting from scratch, my father was jailed for my education – Atiku * Speaking during graduation ceremony of AUN. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said his father was jailed for opposing his enrolment in school at childhood. Atiku, the founder of the American University of Nigeria, urged Nigerian youths to embrace education, pointing out that it is the only instrument that can change their lives. A statement on Saturday by his media aide, Paul Ibe, said the 2023 presidential candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party…

Edwin Clark rests, Tinubu, dignitaries  pay last respects Pa Edwin Clark Edwin Clark rests, Tinubu, dignitaries  pay last respects Last respect – It was a gathering of dignitaries, including politicians, members of the clergy, family and friends at Kiagbodo, Delta State, over the week as the respected elder statesman, Pa Edwin Clark, was laid to rest in a week-long funeral. From Abuja to the creeks of the Niger Delta, the 96-year-old nationalist and founder of Edwin Clark University was honoured with solemn tributes, in honour of his legacy. The funeral was graced by prominent figures, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio,…

FG advises shutting down of satellite campuses The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa • States tertiary institutions should be value-driven. The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, has urged tertiary institutions across the country to phase out satellite campuses, describing them as unsustainable and inefficient. Speaking on Friday at a Tertiary Education Trust Fund one-day strategic engagement with heads of institutions, bursars, and directors of procurement in Lagos, Alausa said the Federal Government was determined to streamline tertiary education for improved efficiency and value. “Don’t play politics with education. Those with satellite campuses, look at how you can congregate them into…

UK’s youngest Mayor, 29-year-old Nigerian-British elect Princess Opeyemi Bright UK’s youngest Mayor, 29-year-old Nigerian-British elect. * Her story is a symbol of resilience and inspiration. Princess Opeyemi Brigh has been inaugurated as the youngest Mayor in the United Kingdom, in a historic moment for Nigerians in the diaspora and youth leadership. At 29 years old, she now holds the esteemed position of First Citizen of the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. The inauguration, which took place on Friday, May 16, 2025, marks a new chapter in British politics and celebrates Nigerian global leadership. Born in the UK to…