Mason Greenwood agrees deal with Olympique Marseille
Mason Greenwood is a transfer saga that has been well over two years in the making, but it is now set to finally reach its conclusion. The Manchester United forward, who spent last season on loan at Getafe, will travel across the English Channel to France to undergo his medical at Marseille, and then put […]
Rwanda’s president, Kagame wins for the 4th term after 24 years
Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame is set for a fourth term in office with provisional results showing him winning more than 99 percent of the vote, according to electoral authorities. Kagame, the country’s de facto leader for three decades, faced only two challengers after the courts banned his most prominent critics. The National Electoral Commission said […]
Elon Musk vows $45million for Donald Trump’s campaign
Elon Musk vows to donate $45m monthly to support Trump’s reelection campaign following assassination attempt The CEO of Tesla motors and founder of X Elon Musk has announced plans to donate $45 million a month to a new super political-action committee (PAC) supporting former President Donald Trump’s 2024 reelection campaign. The Tesla and SpaceX founder […]
Southgate resigns as England manager after Euro 2024 final defeat
Gareth Southgate has stepped down as England manager after Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain. Southgate’s tenure comes to an end after nearly eight years in charge, guiding England to four major tournaments. The 53-year-old oversaw 102 matches, winning 61 and losing just 17 during his time in charge, becoming the first manager to lead […]
Court hinders Bayero from parading as Emir
A Kano State High Court presided over by Justice Amina Aliyu has perpetually restrained Aminu Ado-Bayero and four other deposed Emirs of Bichi, Rano, Gaya and Karaye from parading themselves as Emirs. Delivering the judgment on Monday, Justice Aliyu further restrained the 15th Emir of Kano and four other dethroned Emirs by themselves, servants, privies […]
JUST IN: Federal Government agrees with UAE to lift VISA BAN on Nigerians
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have reached an agreement on the issue of visa ban. Addressing State House Reporters at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, the Minister said that, “You are aware that Nigeria has been discussing with the United Arab Emirates on the […]
FG Donates Trucks Of Rice To 36 States, FCT
The Federal Government has donated 20 trucks of rice to the 36 state governors and the federal capital territory for onward distribution to Nigerians. Addressing state House Reporters after the Federal Executive Council meeting on Monday, Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, said the rice is for the most vulnerable Nigerians. He also […]
Germany’s Mueller retires from international football
Germany striker Thomas Mueller said Monday he was drawing a line under his 14-year career with the national team following the conclusion of Euro 2024 “After 131 national team games and 45 goals, I am saying goodbye,” Mueller said in a video statement announcing his decision. Mueller, who turns 35 in September, was a key […]
Nigeria’s inflation rises to 34.19% in June
Nigeria’s headline inflation increased for the 18th time in June 2024 to 34.19 percent from 33 95 percent recorded in May amid worsening hardship. The National Bureau of Statistics disclosed this in its latest Consumer Price Index and Inflation report released on Monday. Looking at the movement, the June 2024 headline inflation rate showed an […]
Argentina defeats Colombia 1-0 to win 2024 Copa America
Lautaro Martinez scored an extra-time winner as Argentina beat Colombia 1-0 to win a record 16th Copa America title at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday. A poor game which had been marred by security and crowd issues, forcing a 82-minute delay, was decided by a quality finish from Martinez — his fifth goal of the […]