Author: Joy Ananias

The South African Football Association (SAFA) has announced plans to formally appeal FIFA’s decision to deduct three points from Bafana Bafana and impose a fine. The punishment followed after midfielder Teboho Mokoena was fielded. Despite being ineligible during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho in March. Bafana Bafana had originally celebrated a 2-0 victory on March 21. However, FIFA’s disciplinary committee later overturned the result. Citing that Mokoena should have been suspended after collecting two earlier yellow cards in the group stage. The ruling awarded Lesotho a 3-0 win and docked South Africa three valuable points. The decision…

The Oniru community in Lagos has given free healthcare services to over 500 people through a medical outreach. The outreach was jointly organized by Reddington Multi-Specialist Hospital and the Oniru of Iruland, Oba Abdulwasiu Lawal. The event, hosted at the Oniru Palace, offered residents free consultations, health screenings, nutrition advice, prescriptions, and referrals. For many participants, the programme was a rare chance to access quality medical services without financial burden. A 53-person team from Reddington Hospital, including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, physiotherapists, dentists, ophthalmologists, and laboratory scientists, attended to patients. The outreach marked the start of a new partnership between the…

Former Big Brother Naija Lockdown housemate, Lucy Edet, has officially stepped into motherhood as she joyfully announced the arrival of her baby boy. The reality TV star shared the exciting news on Instagram, describing her newborn as “perfect” while recounting her emotional delivery experience. Lucy revealed that her son was born on September 17th, arriving strong and healthy. According to her, the baby came out crying even before the doctors could perform the usual checks. She humorously mentioned how the doctors laughed, noting that her little boy simply wanted to avoid stress from the very beginning. The entrepreneur and chef…

Nigeria’s Gift Monday has been named the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) Player of the Week for round 22 of the 2025 regular season. The Washington Spirit forward has earned the award after her record-setting hat trick secured her team’s place in the play-offs. Gift Monday dominated the fan vote on the league’s official X account, collecting 50.3 percent of the 881 votes. She finished ahead of Gotham FC midfielder Rose Lavelle (35 percent). Utah Royals goalkeeper Mia Justus (8.1 percent), and Kansas City Current striker Bia Zaneratto (6.7 percent). Her award followed a stunning display in the Spirit’s emphatic…

Today, Nigeria celebrates 65 years of independence, a milestone that reflects decades of resilience, growth, and the pursuit of unity. On October 1, 1960, Nigeria officially gained independence from British colonial rule, marking the beginning of a new chapter in Africa’s most populous nation. The struggle for independence began in the early 20th century as educated elites, activists, and nationalist leaders pushed for self-rule. Political movements gained strength in the 1940s and 1950s, with figures like Nnamdi Azikiwe, Obafemi Awolowo, and Ahmadu Bello leading campaigns for freedom. Their efforts pressured the British government to introduce constitutional reforms that gradually expanded…

Former Big Brother Naija Shine Ya Eye housemate, Cross Okonkwo, has officially taken a bold step into a new chapter of his life. The reality TV star recently announced his engagement to his longtime love, Chinonso, and fans cannot keep calm. Cross, popularly known as Crossda Boss, shared the exciting news on his verified Instagram page. In his heartwarming post, he introduced Chinonso as the woman after his heart. Describing her as his peace, joy, and now his fiancée. He joyfully revealed that she said “YES,” and he gave all glory to God for blessing him with such a priceless…

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has officially directed its members to stop working beyond 24 consecutive hours of call duty starting October 1, 2025. The association’s president, Dr. Mohammad Suleiman, announced the new directive during an interview. Emphasizing that the measure is designed to safeguard doctors’ health and improve patient safety. According to Suleiman, Nigerian resident doctors have long endured marathon call hours. It not only endanger their well-being but also compromise the quality of healthcare delivery. He stressed that prolonged shifts increase the risk of medical errors, fatigue, and even fatalities. “From today, no member will exceed…

Nigeria’s U-17 head coach, Manu Garba, has criticized the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for limiting the WAFU B zone to only two qualification slots for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). His comments came after the Golden Eaglets lost 2-0 to Ghana in the semi-finals of the regional qualifiers in Ivory Coast. A defeat that ended their hopes of reaching the 2026 U-17 AFCON and, by extension, the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The result marks Nigeria’s second consecutive failure at this stage. In 2024, the team also missed out on the AFCON and the 2025 World Cup after failing…

Glovo has launched the Glovo Academy in Abuja to empower small businesses and enhance Nigeria’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) sector. The global food delivery and courier platform said the initiative reflects its long-term strategy of investing in Africa’s economic future. Speaking at the unveiling, Head of Commercial for Glovo Nigeria, Kolawole Adeniyi, highlighted the company’s commitment to supporting entrepreneurs. He revealed that Glovo has invested more than €206 million across six African countries. They are Nigeria, Kenya, Morocco, Tunisia, Côte d’Ivoire, and Uganda since its entry into the continent in 2018. According to him, the platform has already…

The Mkambala family recently celebrated a touching milestone Baby Rakeem Mkambala 40th day and naming ceremony. Friends, family, and well-wishers gathered to honor this new life with love, tradition, and heartfelt blessings. The atmosphere brimmed with joy as guests witnessed this cherished rite of passage. From the moment the invitations were sent, excitement swelled. At the venue, elegant decorations welcomed guests into a warm space adorned with soft pastels and floral arrangements. The celebration featured cultural displays, heartfelt prayers, and a dedication ceremony that formally introduced Baby Rakeem to the wider community. During the naming ritual, elders spoke words of…