Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Governor Oyebanji Assures Support For Rainstorm Victims In Ekiti State. Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has expressed sympathy with residents following the destruction caused by a rainstorm across parts of the state on Saturday evening. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, the governor reassured residents that they were not alone in facing the aftermath of the storm, declaring, “We are in it together.” Governor Oyebanji emphasised the state government’s commitment to the welfare of its people and pledged timely assistance for all those affected. The rainstorm damaged numerous private and public…

Arsenal Set For Barcelona Challenge In Champions League Final. Arsenal’s path to the UEFA Women’s Champions League final has been anything but straightforward, but their biggest test now awaits as they prepare to face reigning champions Barcelona. Having twice overturned first-leg defeats against Real Madrid and most recently Lyon, Arsenal have shown remarkable resilience and tactical improvement in their European campaign. However, with no second chances in the final, Renee  Slegers’s side know they must get it right from the very first whistle. Barcelona have dominated European women’s football in recent years, reaching five of the past six…

London Marathon 2025 Sets New World Record For Number Of Finishers. The 2025 TCS London Marathon made history on Sunday, setting a new world record for the number of finishers despite unusually hot conditions during the event’s 45th edition. By 18:35 BST, the number of runners who had completed the iconic 26.2-mile course surpassed the previous record of 55,646, set by the New York Marathon in November. With runners continuing to cross the finish line into the evening on The Mall, the final tally is expected to rise even further. Hugh Brasher, chief executive of London Marathon Events, hailed…

Remo Stars Crowned NPFL Champions In Historic Victory. Remo Stars have been crowned champions of the 2024-2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), marking a historic triumph as the first Southwestern team to clinch the title in 25 years. With three matchweeks remaining in the #NPFL25 season, the Stars have secured an unassailable lead, bringing jubilation to fans across Ogun State and beyond. The title race, which kept supporters on the edge of their seats, was settled with Remo Stars’ relentless performance throughout the campaign. Their victory is a testament to the team’s grit, unity, and ambition, fulfilling the dreams…

Manchester City Sweep Aside Nottingham Forest To Reach Third Successive FA Cup Final. Manchester City showcased their big-match pedigree by sweeping past Nottingham Forest to book a third consecutive FA Cup final appearance. Pep Guardiola’s men produced a dominant display at Wembley, winning 2-0 on a warm afternoon in London. Their victory sets up a showpiece final against Crystal Palace on 17 May, providing City with the opportunity to end a challenging season on a high after surrendering their Premier League crown to Liverpool, who sealed the title with victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. Despite being outnumbered…

Liverpool Crowned Premier League Champions In Glorious Anfield Celebration Liverpool were crowned Premier League champions in emphatic style as they swept aside Tottenham Hotspur on a day of unforgettable emotion and celebration at Anfield. Arne Slot’s side needed just a point to officially secure the title but went far beyond the minimum requirement, demolishing Spurs 6-1 to draw level with Manchester United on 20 top-flight titles. It marked the pinnacle of Slot’s dazzling first season in charge following the departure of Jurgen Klopp. There was a brief moment of tension when former Liverpool striker Dominic Solanke headed Tottenham into…

Tigst Assefa Sets New Women’s Only World Record With Stunning London Marathon Victory. Ethiopia’s Tigst Assefa stormed to a remarkable victory at the London Marathon, setting a new world record for a women’s only race. The Olympic silver medallist pulled away from Kenya’s 2021 champion Joyciline Jepkosgei with 10 kilometres remaining, before crossing the finish line in an astonishing time of two hours, 15 minutes, and 50 seconds. Assefa’s performance shaved 26 seconds off the previous record set by Peres Jepchirchir of Kenya at last year’s London Marathon, cementing her place in history with a dominant display…

Kounde’s Extra-Time Thunderbolt Secures Copa Del Rey Glory For Barcelona In Dramatic Clasico. Jules Kounde struck a sensational extra-time winner as Barcelona overcame Real Madrid to lift the Copa del Rey in an unforgettable Clasico in Seville. After a pulsating 2-2 draw over 90 minutes, and with penalties looming, Kounde took matters into his own hands, firing a powerful drive from 22 yards into the bottom corner to seal a thrilling 3-2 victory for Hansi Flick’s side. Barcelona had dominated the opening stages and deservedly took the lead when Pedri hammered home a superb first-time shot from the…

Trump And Zelensky Hold ‘Symbolic’ One-On-One Meeting Amid Rising Tensions. United States President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a private meeting on Saturday, on the sidelines of Pope Francis’ burial in Rome, against the backdrop of escalating conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The meeting, described by President Zelensky as “symbolic” and potentially “historic,” was held as the leaders discussed urgent matters concerning peace and the future of Ukraine. Following their discussion, Zelensky posted: “Good meeting. We discussed a lot one-on-one. Hoping for results on everything we covered. Protecting the lives of our people. Full and…

JAMB Urges Candidates To Shun Superstition After UTME Incident The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has called on candidates to avoid superstitious beliefs that could hinder their academic success, following an unusual incident during the ongoing Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). In a statement issued on Saturday, JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Dr Fabian Benjamin, revealed that a female candidate refused to answer any examination questions, citing instructions from her grandfather to await ‘miraculous intervention’ rather than attempting the test. Although the incident, which occurred on Saturday, 26th April, was confirmed by JAMB, the examination body did not…

FAAN Reopens Runway At Enugu Airport Ahead Of Schedule. The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced the early completion of emergency repairs on the runway at Enugu Airport, allowing the runway to reopen for landings and take-offs ahead of schedule. In a statement issued on Saturday, FAAN’s Consumer Protection Department disclosed that the runway, which had been closed due to a sudden and significant rupture in the asphalt surface at a critical section, is now fully operational. Initially, the emergency works were scheduled to commence on 22nd April and conclude by 6th May 2025. However, the…

Celtic Crowned Scottish Premiership Champions In Style At Tannadice. Celtic secured a fourth consecutive Scottish Premiership title — and their 13th in 14 seasons — with a dominant 5-0 victory over Dundee United at Tannadice. Brendan Rodgers’ side needed only a point to seal the title but delivered a performance fitting of champions, making the Northern Irishman the most decorated living Celtic manager with 11 honours, behind only legends Willie Maley and Jock Stein. Thousands of travelling Celtic supporters were in celebratory mood as the visitors wrapped up the championship well before half-time. Nicolas Kühn’s second goal…