Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

CAF Unveils Fresh Identity For African Nations Championship (CHAN). In a bold move to rejuvenate one of Africa’s most celebrated football tournaments, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has introduced a new logo and trophy for the 8th edition of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) The announcement, made in a statement by CAF, highlights the tournament’s new visual identity which aims to reflect the deep cultural and sporting heritage of the African continent. “The new look for the tournament brings a fresh identity and emphasises its deep-rooted connections to African football and culture,” the statement read. The spotlight…

Tragic Loss: Deputy Chief Whip Hon. Adewunmi Onanuga Passes Away At 60. The House of Representatives has confirmed the passing of Hon. Adewunmi Onanuga, the Deputy Chief Whip, who succumbed to a brief illness on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. She was 60 years old. Akin Rotimi, the spokesperson for the lower legislative chamber, shared the news in a statement released late Wednesday night. Born on December 2, 1965, Hon. Adewunmi Onanuga represented the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency of Ogun State. Her political journey began when she was first elected in 2019 under the banner of the All Progressives Congress…

Ondo State Governor Dissolves Executive Council, Retains Key Officials. Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has announced the immediate dissolution of the State Executive Council. The decision was communicated via a statement from his Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan. However, in a notable exception, Governor Aiyedatiwa has retained two key members of his cabinet due to the vital roles they play in state governance. Dr. Kayode Ajulo, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, along with Mrs. Omowunmi Isaac, the Commissioner for Finance, will continue in their positions. The statement from the Governor’s office instructed all affected members of…

Israel And Hamas Agree To Ceasefire, Ending 15-Month Conflict In Gaza. In a significant development, Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement for a ceasefire to end the 15-month-long war that has ravaged Gaza. The agreement was confirmed by multiple sources, marking a potential end to one of the most prolonged and destructive conflicts in recent history. According to the BBC, the ceasefire deal was the culmination of months of negotiations, with Qatar playing a pivotal role as mediator. An official familiar with the talks revealed that the final draft of the agreement was presented to both parties just…

FC Girondins de Bordeaux Collaborate With Trader Jones To Provide Gateway To Professional Football. By [Olukayode O. Oke] Govima Sports Correspondents/Editor All road leads to Alade Stadium Ipaja, Lagos where a remarkable life changing opportunity awaits young football talents, under the banner of Trader Jones in partnership with FC Girondins de Bordeaux (French Ligue 2), a significant football scouting event is set to take place in Lagos, Nigeria. This initiative, designed to discover and promote young football talents, will be hosted at Alade Stadium, Ipaja, from January 17th to January 19th, 2025. EVENT DETAILS: Location: Alade Stadium, Ipaja,…

Arsenal Triumph In North London Derby, Ending Run Of Misery. By Olukayode Olumuyiwa Govima Sports Correspondents/Editor. In a match laced with the tension befitting a north London derby, Arsenal ended a period of abject misery with a 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur at the Emirates Stadium. The win was not just about the points; it was a cathartic release for Mikel Arteta’s side, who had been reeling from recent home defeats to Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup and Manchester United in the FA Cup. The final whistle sparked scenes of wild celebration, with manager Mikel Arteta pumping his…

Giant Killers: Lyon Stunned By Fifth Tier Bourgoin-Jallieu In Coupe de France. By [Olukayode Olumuyiwa], Govima Sports Correspondent/Editor In what can only be described as one of the greatest Coupe de France upsets in recent memory, five-time champions Olympique Lyonnais were dramatically knocked out in the last 32 by Bourgoin-Jallieu, a team from the fifth tier of French football, in a penalty shootout. Despite fielding a lineup boasting the likes of Alexandre Lacazette, Nemanja Matic, Said Benrahma, and Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Lyon found themselves unable to overcome the minnows from Championnat National 3. The match ended in a deadlock…

Newcastle’s Resurgence: Magpies Soar Back Into Top Four With Unstoppable Form. Newcastle United are basking in the glow of their finest form in years, riding high on a club record-equalling nine-match winning streak across all competitions. The Magpies have not only climbed back into the Premier League’s top four for the first time since September but have also positioned themselves as dark horses in the title race. The spearhead of this remarkable run is none other than Alexander Isak, who has emerged as one of the most prolific strikers in world football. In their latest triumph against Wolves, Isak…

Inmates To Have National Identity Numbers – NIMC Reveals. In a move set to bolster inclusivity and security within Nigeria’s correctional system, the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has granted a licence to the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) for the registration of inmates across more than 252 custodial centres nationwide. This initiative will see inmates being issued a National Identification Number (NIN), thereby integrating them into national development frameworks. The licence was approved following a request by Sylvester Nwakuche, the acting controller-general of the NCoS, during his visit to Abisoye Coker-Odusote, the Director-General of NIMC. Nwakuche highlighted that the…

CBN Sanctions Banks For Naira Shortage During Yuletide. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has taken decisive action against several Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) for their failure to ensure adequate Naira note availability through ATMs during the festive season. According to Hakama Sidi-Ali, the Director of Corporate Communications at the CBN, this action underscores a strict policy of zero tolerance towards any disruptions in cash flow. The banks involved in this enforcement include Fidelity Bank Plc, First Bank Plc, Keystone Bank Plc, Union Bank Plc, Globus Bank Plc, Providus Bank Plc, Zenith Bank Plc, United Bank for Africa Plc,…

Iwobi Scores Brace In Fulham’s Defeat To West Ham. In a thrilling London derby, Alex Iwobi of Fulham showcased his prowess by scoring twice, though it wasn’t enough to prevent a 3-2 defeat to West Ham United in the English Premier League (EPL) on Tuesday evening. The match, which was the first under the stewardship of West Ham’s new manager Graham Potter, saw an intense battle with five goals scored in total. Fulham found themselves trailing by two goals before Iwobi, the Nigerian international, halved the deficit with a clever move in the 51st minute. His cross, intended for…

Brentford Snatch Late Equaliser Against Manchester City In Premier League Clash. In a dramatic twist at the Gtech Community Stadium, Manchester City’s quest for a fifth consecutive Premier League title took another hit as they squandered a 2-0 lead to settle for a draw against Brentford. The match seemed in City’s control when Phil Foden, with a deft volley from Kevin De Bruyne’s exquisite cross, opened the scoring in the 66th minute. Foden doubled the lead 12 minutes later, pouncing on a rebound from Savinho’s shot that was parried by Brentford goalkeeper Mark Flekken. However, Brentford refused to concede…