Author: Ayobami Ogungbemi

Nwankwo Kanu has expressed strong belief that Arsenal can win the UEFA Champions League this season after observing their recent performances in both domestic and European competitions. According to the former Nigerian international, the team has shown resilience, tactical discipline, and improved attacking depth under their current manager. He noted that Arsenal’s consistency in high-pressure matches has positioned them as serious contenders for continental glory. Kanu, widely respected for his achievements in football, believes experience combined with youthful energy could push the squad further in the tournament. Furthermore, he urged fans to remain supportive as Arsenal continue their pursuit of…

Paris Saint-Germain Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé has reaffirmed that the French giants are still fully motivated and determined in their pursuit of the UEFA Champions League title. According to him, the team has not lost its competitive edge despite previous setbacks in Europe’s elite competition. Speaking with confidence, Dembélé emphasized that PSG continues to work tirelessly on and off the pitch to achieve their long-awaited European success. He noted that the club’s ambition remains unchanged, as players and coaching staff are united by a common goal of lifting the prestigious trophy. In addition, he highlighted that experience from past…

Governor of Kebbi State has distributed cash gifts to returning Hajj pilgrims as part of his welfare support for citizens. The gesture was announced after the pilgrims arrived from Saudi Arabia, where they successfully completed the spiritual exercise. According to state officials, the cash support aims to ease the financial burden of pilgrims and encourage continued religious devotion. In addition, the government emphasized that the initiative reflects its commitment to supporting religious activities and community development. Beneficiaries expressed appreciation, noting that the financial assistance would help them settle immediate personal and travel-related expenses. Officials also urged pilgrims to continue praying…

Italian authorities have arrested two Nigerians and three other African migrants over the alleged abduction and gang rape of a Colombian tourist in Rome, sparking widespread concern across Italy. According to reports from British news platform Daily Express, the incident occurred on May 19 after a 32-year-old Colombian woman was reportedly approached by a man outside a restaurant in Rome. The suspect allegedly offered to sell her hashish before luring her away from the area. Investigators revealed that the woman was later transported in a van to an abandoned building located on the eastern outskirts of the Italian capital. Authorities…

Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has rated the administration of President Bola Tinubu 70 per cent in its fight against insecurity across Nigeria. The minister stated that although security challenges still exist in some parts of the country, the Federal Government has continued to record measurable progress through coordinated military operations and intelligence-driven strategies. Speaking during a recent engagement, Badaru explained that the Tinubu-led administration inherited complex security issues ranging from terrorism and banditry to kidnapping and oil theft. However, he noted that security agencies have intensified operations against criminal groups while improving collaboration among the armed forces and intelligence…

Governor Ahmed Aliyu has announced a financial donation of 1,000 Saudi Riyals, roughly N450,000, to each of the 2,410 Sokoto State pilgrims performing the 2026 Hajj in Saudi Arabia. The announcement was made on Thursday night in Mina by the State Amirul Hajj, Muhammad Mai Gari Dingyadi. He explained that the gesture reflects the governor’s continued commitment to supporting pilgrims as they complete their spiritual journey. According to Dingyadi, the financial assistance is designed to ease the pilgrims’ expenses, especially as they prepare for their return journey to Nigeria. He noted that the support will help reduce financial pressure during…

The Special Adviser to Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has strongly defended the administration’s economic reforms, insisting that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu “took the bullets” to prevent Nigeria from sliding into fiscal collapse.Speaking in an opinion article titled “Bola Tinubu: the man who took the bullet for Nigeria to survive,” Bayo Onanuga argued that opposition figures have intensified misinformation campaigns ahead of the 2027 elections despite what he described as key achievements over the past three years. According to Onanuga, Tinubu inherited a struggling economy in May 2023 marked by fuel scarcity, multiple exchange rates, weak…

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) is set to officially ratify former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, as its flagbearer today, marking a significant moment in the party’s preparation for the upcoming election cycle. The announcement has drawn widespread attention across the political landscape. According to party insiders, the ratification process will follow due internal procedures, including final confirmations and stakeholder consultations. As the event unfolds, expectations are high that the move will reshape political alignments and strengthen the party’s visibility ahead of the polls. Meanwhile, supporters of Obi have expressed optimism, noting that his experience and reform-driven agenda could energize the…

Health authorities across Nigeria have intensified surveillance efforts as an Ebola emergency watch officially begins in Lagos, the Federal Capital Territory, and eight other states. The move follows growing concerns over the possible spread of the deadly viral disease in parts of Africa, prompting the government to strengthen preventive measures nationwide. According to health officials, emergency response teams have already increased monitoring at airports, border communities, hospitals, and major transit points. In addition, medical personnel are receiving updated training on early detection, isolation procedures, and rapid response strategies to contain any suspected outbreak. Meanwhile, residents have been urged to remain…

The emergence of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress has intensified political tensions ahead of the 2027 general election. However, the Presidency and the ruling All Progressives Congress quickly dismissed his candidacy, insisting it poses no serious threat to President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid. Atiku secured 1,846,370 votes to defeat former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi and economist Mohammed Hayatu-Deen during the ADC primary election. Nevertheless, the exercise immediately sparked controversy after both defeated aspirants rejected the process, alleging widespread irregularities across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. Consequently, they…