Portugal midfielder, Bruno Fernandes, has revealed his conversation with Cristiano Ronaldo following his bust-up with head coach Jorge Jesus. Ronaldo left camp before their UEFA Nations League clash with Denmark on Thursday, after Jesus left him on the bench for the Croatia game. Fernandes was then appointed as captain after the 41-year-old’s exit. The Manchester United skipper has now publicly addressed the issue. Recommended “I spoke with Cristiano Ronaldo and told him that he is and will always remain the greatest icon of our national team and our country. “Our national team is united, not divided. “Matters must be resolved internally…
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Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has called on North-East governors to remain focused on security, saying continued peace is essential to the region’s economic and social development. He gave the warning at the North East Governors’ Forum (NEGF), on Friday at the opening of the forum’s 10th meeting in Maiduguri. Zulum, the chairman of the forum, said the North-East had recorded improvements in security in recent years, which he attributed to the sacrifices of the Nigerian Armed Forces, cooperation among the states and non-military measures such as the Safe Corridor Initiative. The initiative has supported the surrender and rehabilitation of repentant insurgents.…
Former Sweden international Zlatan Ibrahimovic has picked the teams to win the Premier League, LaLiga and FA Cup this season. Speaking recently with ESPN FC, Ibrahimovic was asked several questions, including which teams he expects to win the Premier League, LaLiga and FA Cup this term. The former Paris Saint-Germain star picked Manchester City to win the English top-flight league, Barcelona to win LaLiga and Chelsea to win the FA Cup. Asked which teams will win the EPL, LaLiga and FA Cup, Ibrahimovic simply said, “City, Barcelona and Chelsea.” Recommended Manchester City won the FA Cup last season but failed…
Poland striker, Robert Lewandowski, has broken Cristiano Ronaldo’s record as the oldest player to score a hat-trick in the UEFA Nations League. Lewandowski was on fire as his country hammered Romania 6-0 on Friday. The 38-year-old netted in the 24th, 47th and 86th minutes in Warsaw. It was also his record-extending 170th appearance for Poland and his goal tally to 92. Recommended Ronaldo was 34 years and 120 days old when he scored a hat-trick for Portugal against Switzerland in the 2019 Nations League semi-final. Lewandowski was 38 years and 42 days old when he completed his hat-trick against Romania.…
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential running mate, Rotimi Amaechi, has warned President Bola Tinubu against rigging the 2027 election. Amaechi warned that there might be no Nigeria if Tinubu rigs the 2027 presidential election. Featuring on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Amaechi also assured that he loves and does not hate Tinubu but noted he needs to improve the situation in Nigeria. According to Amaechi: “Tinubu will not rig this election because there may not be a Nigeria if he rigs this election. Recommended “Why? Because the people are tired; they are hungry. The President can help them by giving them…
Oyo State Police command has announced the arrest of three suspected murders and armed robbers. The command noted that the suspects were arrested in connection with the killing of a woman in Ibadan and armed robbery. Public Relations Officer of the command, Olayinka Ayanlade made the revelations in a statement made available to newsmen on Saturday in Ibadan, the State capital. Ayanlade explained that the suspects belong to an armed robbery gang and were responsible for a deadly robbery attack at Wofun Olodo Area of Ibadan, during which a 44-year-old woman, Wahab Rukayat, was killed and other victims sustained serious…
Thousands of followers of the Qadiriyya Islamic order from different parts of Nigeria and other countries have gathered in Kano for the 76th annual Maukibi, also known as the Waliyyai Festival. Maukibi is an annual religious procession organised by members of the Qadiriyya order in Kano. The event began at the Qadiriyya House in Kabara, with participants marching to the Wali Maigiginya Cemetery along Katsina Road, where the main gathering was held. The procession was led by Sheikh Qaribullahi Nasiru-Kabara, the leader of the Qadiriyya order in West Africa. Recommended The Kano State Police Command said it had put security…
Wasiu Ganiyu has resumed to training with his Shooting Stars teammates after an injury layoff, DAILY POST reports. Ganiyu picked up the injury in the Oluyole Warriors’ goalless draw against Kwara United in Ilorin last season. The setback ruled him out for the remainder of last season. He managed only seven appearances for the Ibadan-based club during the 2025/26 season. Recommended Ganiyu trained with his teammates ahead of the matchday seven encounter against Nasarawa United. The encounter is billed for the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba Ibadan on Sunday. You may like
The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has raised concerns over reported cases of extra-judicial killings in Osogbo, the state capital, and other parts of the state. The party, in a statement issued on Saturday, by its Director of Media and Information, Kola Olabisi, said the reported incidents had become a source of concern to residents and other stakeholders in the state. The statement called on the state government and security agencies to prioritise the protection of lives and property. The party said its expectation that the conclusion of the August 15 governorship election would bring an…
Bright Osayi-Samuel has become the latest established Super Eagles player to withdraw from Nigeria’s friendly against Russia. Osayi-Samuel joins captain Wilfred Ndidi, who earlier pulled out of the encounter scheduled for Tuesday, October 6. FC Basel defender Akpe Victory has also been ruled out of the fixture due to injury. Ndidi and Victory have since been replaced by John Oromewo and Vince Osuji, respectively. Recommended The Super Eagles arrived Moscow for the international friendly on Friday. Nigeria and Russia played out a 1-1 draw in their first-ever meeting at senior international level in June 2025. You may like