Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Al-Hilal ready for €75m offer, schedule Osimhen medical Victor Osimhen Al-Hilal ready for €75m offer, schedule Osimhen medical * Al-Hilal ready for €75m offer, schedule Osimhen medical. Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal are moving towards the signing of Victor Osimhen after raising their offer to €75m to meet Napoli’s demands, and are looking to have the player’s medical soon. According to Belgian journalist Sacha Tavolieri, an agreement between Osimhen and Al-Hilal over personal terms is in place. Tavolieri claims that Osimhen has accepted an offer to join Al-Hilal on a three-year contract, where he will earn £25.9m per year during…

Glo-Sponsored Ojude Oba Celebration Kicks Off With Spectacular Entertainment Show Technology company, Globacom, on Friday evening in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, gave an indication of what to expect in this year’s Ojude Oba festival with a spectacular night of entertainment featuring Commander Ebenezer Obey Fabiyi and king of Fuji music, Wasiu Ayinde Marshall. This year’s Ojude Oba marks the 20th anniversary of Globacom’s sponsorship of the festival. The company’s support for the cultural festival has not only made it a tourist destination but also helped put it in contention to be declared an international heritage event. The event which was…

Stanbic IBTC uplifts home ownership with new financing solutions Stanbic IBTC uplifts home ownership with new financing solutions Stanbic IBTC has reinstated its commitment to lifting the standards of living of more Nigerians through its home loan solution, aimed at increasing the percentage of home owners in the country. The Chief Executive, Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc, Wole Adeniyi, speaking during the 2025 Stanbic IBTC Home Ownership Summit, in Lagos, said the company is ready to key into numerous opportunities available in the nation’s mortgage space. He said: “There are a lot of opportunities to take away from here and there…

Foreign affairs ministry alerts public to fake Facebook account Foreign affairs ministry alerts public to fake Facebook account The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a warning in Abuja about the creation of a fake Facebook account in the name of its Permanent Secretary, Amb. Dunoma Ahmed was defrauded by fraudsters. “This fraudulent account is being used to spread false information, promise contracts, solicit help, and offer enticing rewards to unsuspecting members of the public,” the ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, said in a statement on Friday. Ebienfa said, “The Ministry firmly disassociates itself from this impersonation and urges the public…

Music icon, Mike Ejeagha to be immortalised – Enugu govt. Highlife musician, Mike Ejeagha | Credit: X, Aji Bussu Music icon, Mike Ejeagha to be immortalised – Enugu govt. • Ejeagha transforms simple indigenous folktales into globally resonant songs. The Enugu State Government, on Saturday, expressed sadness over the death of legendary Nigerian music icon, Gentleman Mike Ejeagha. He also promised to immortalise him. The revered folklorist and cultural ambassador passed away on Friday, leaving behind a monumental legacy in the nation’s music history. In a post on his verified X platform on Saturday, Mbah highlighted Ejeagha’s contributions to…

Nigeria celebrates Olympic Day on June 28, NOC leads across nation Nigeria Olympic Committee Nigeria celebrates Olympic Day on June 28, NOC leads across nation ‘… is about uniting people through sport.’ The Nigeria Olympic Committee will lead the national celebration of Olympic Day on Saturday, June 28, across various states, as the country joins the global movement to commemorate the founding of the modern Olympic movement. This year’s event, organised in collaboration with the Nigeria Sport For All Commission, is set to feature a range of activities encouraging Nigerians of all ages and abilities to embrace physical fitness and…

Galatasary make move submitting Osimhen proposal Victor Osimhen Galatasary make move submitting Osimhen proposal Galatasary make move submitting Osimhen proposal. Galatasaray have intensified their pursuit of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen following his refusal to join Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal. The Turkish champions have submitted a formal contract proposal to Osimhen, who recently concluded his on loan at the Istanbul club from Napoli, according to reports from transfer insider Fabrizio Romano. Galatasaray are reportedly looking to secure a permanent deal for the 26-year-old as part of a bold summer rebuild aimed at boosting their attacking options. “Galatasaray have sent…

Friendly: Super Eagles hold Russia to 1-1 draw as Arokodare nets Full time scores of Nigeria vs Russia. Photo: Super Eagles, X Friendly: Super Eagles hold Russia to 1-1 draw as Arokodare nets Russia and Nigeria settled for a 1-1 draw in their international friendly clash on Friday, with both sides sharing the spoils in a game marked by moments of intensity and resilience. Russia took the lead in the 27th minute after Nigerian defender Semi Ajayi inadvertently put the ball into his own net. The Super Eagles responded in the second half through Tolu Arokodare, who netted the equaliser…

Sallah free train ride attracts about 2000 holidaymakers– Osun govt. The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke. Photo: State House Sallah free train ride attracts about 2000 holidaymakers– Osun govt. The Osun State Government has said that no fewer than 2,000 holidaymakers returning to the state for the Eid-el-Kabir celebration have benefited from the free train service. The travellers boarded the train from Lagos and Ibadan and arrived at the Osogbo Train Station in the early hours of Friday, where they were welcomed by friends, family members, and state officials. According to a statement by the Information Officer of the…

Ojude Oba 2025: Expectations high as about 100 million participate globally Ojude Oba Ojude Oba 2025: Expectations high as about 100 million participate globally Aspirations on the rise as not less than 100 million people are expected to participate in the 2025 edition of the globally renowned Ojude Oba Festival, the event’s organising committee has revealed. The Coordinator of the Ojude Oba Festival Committee, Dr Fassy Yusuf, disclosed this on Friday during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abeokuta. Yusuf said the festival was scheduled to be held on Sunday, in Ijebu-Ode, in honour of the…