Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Ten Hag Frustrated As Controversial Penalty Hands Manchester United 2-1 Defeat To West Ham. Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag expressed frustration following his team’s narrow 2-1 loss to West Ham at the London Stadium, criticising the decision to award a late penalty that sealed United’s fourth Premier League defeat of the season. United controlled much of the match and missed numerous scoring opportunities in the first half, setting them up for what looked like a comfortable win. However, a late twist saw referee David Coote signal for a penalty after a lengthy VAR review of Matthijs de Ligt’s…

Kane Shines As Bayern Munich Reclaims Bundesliga Top Spot With Commanding Win Over Bochum. Bayern Munich returned to the summit of the Bundesliga with an emphatic victory over bottom-placed Bochum, led by a strong performance from Harry Kane. The Bavarians dominated from start to finish, sealing a 5-0 triumph that showcased both attacking flair and defensive solidity. Michael Olise opened the scoring after just 15 minutes, bending a superb 20-yard free-kick over the wall, and becoming the second Bayern player after Kane to score five goals in his first five Bundesliga away games. Jamal Musiala then doubled the advantage…

NPFL Roundup: Home Dominance Highlights Matchday-9 As El-Kanemi Warriors Hold Rivers United. Sunday’s Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) fixtures showcased a series of thrilling home wins, with only Rivers United unable to secure a full three points on their turf. The standout encounter saw a resilient El-Kanemi Warriors side holding the Pride of Rivers to a 1-1 draw in Port Harcourt despite being reduced to ten men for the second half. The visitors stunned the home fans as Samaila Bello opened the scoring, but Rivers United quickly equalised through Taofeek Olaniyi, and the stalemate persisted until full time. …

Arsenal And Liverpool Share Spoils In Thrilling 2-2 Premier League Showdown. In an electrifying clash at the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal and Liverpool battled to a 2-2 draw, with Mohamed Salah’s late equaliser salvaging a point for the visitors in their title chase. The Premier League showdown saw Arsenal twice take the lead while Liverpool twice drew level, with both teams showcasing their determination in a gripping contest. Arsenal struck first when Bukayo Saka expertly beat Liverpool’s Andy Robertson, slotting the ball home in the ninth minute for his 50th Premier League goal. However, Liverpool quickly responded as Virgil van…

Vance Defends Trump As “Candidate of Peace” Amid Controversy Over Remarks. During a recent CNN interview with Jake Tapper, JD Vance, vice-presidential candidate alongside former President Donald Trump, defended Trump as the “candidate of peace” in response to questions about some of Trump’s recent remarks. Vance addressed Trump’s references to “radical left lunatics” as “the enemy from within” and similar comments directed toward Democratic figures Adam Schiff and Nancy Pelosi. Tapper pressed Vance on whether these comments signalled hostility towards opposition leaders, but Vance clarified that Trump’s criticisms were aimed at “far-left lunatics” rather than mainstream Democratic leaders. Vance…

Tinubu Congratulates Vietnam’s New President-Elect, Luong Cuong. President Bola Tinubu has extended his congratulations to Luong Cuong, the newly elected President of Vietnam, following Cuong’s appointment by the country’s parliament. At 67, Cuong brings over 40 years of experience from his service in the Vietnamese military and has been a Politburo member since 2021, marking him as a significant figure in Vietnamese politics. Speaking through his media aide, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu expressed Nigeria’s appreciation for Cuong’s commitment to strengthening Vietnam’s role as a friend and responsible member of the international community. Tinubu highlighted the friendly relations between Nigeria and…

Kwara State Charges 200 For Environmental Law Violations During Sanitation Exercise. At least 200 individuals in Kwara State were arrested and charged before mobile courts over breaches of the state’s environmental laws during a recent sanitation exercise. This enforcement action took place across the state on Saturday as part of efforts to ensure adherence to environmental regulations, according to a statement issued by Kamaldeen Aliagan, spokesperson for the Kwara State Ministry of Environment. Commissioner for Environment, Nafisat Musa Buge, expressed her dissatisfaction with the level of non-compliance in certain areas, especially commercial motor parks, warning residents and businesses to…

Super Falcons Secure 2-0 Victory Over Algeria In Friendly. Nigeria’s Super Falcons earned a 2-0 victory against the Green Ladies of Algeria in a friendly match held at Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne, on Saturday. The Super Falcons, led by their captain Rasheedat Ajibade, showcased their quality as the nine-time African champions. Ajibade opened the scoring in the 24th minute, delivering a sublime finish to give Nigeria an early lead. She further extended the advantage just before the halftime whistle, scoring her second in first-half stoppage time. The 24-year-old Ajibade’s brace has brought her tally to six goals in 20…

Flamingos’ World Cup Run Ends With Quarter-Final Loss To The USA. Nigeria’s Flamingos were eliminated from the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after a 2-0 quarter-final defeat to the United States on Saturday night in the Dominican Republic. The 2022 bronze medallists were hindered by early injuries to key players, disrupting Coach Bankole Olowookere’s game plan. Injuries saw forward Blessing Ifitezue and left-back Onyedikachi Ekezie forced off within the first half, while defender Jumai Adebayo also faced a brief injury scare. The match began with promise for Nigeria, with Harmony Chidi coming close on two occasions from free kicks…

Eguavoen Invites 35 Players For Super Eagles B Team Ahead Of CHAN Qualifier Against Ghana. Super Eagles B team coach Augustine Eguavoen has called up 35 players to prepare for Nigeria’s crucial Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifying fixture against Ghana. Among the notable inclusions are Remo Stars’ wing-back Ismail Sadiq, Kano Pillars’ forward Zikifilu Rabiu, and Enugu Rangers’ midfielder Kazeem Ogunleye, each expected to play pivotal roles in Nigeria’s bid to secure a spot in the 2025 CHAN tournament. The first leg of the two-part fixture is scheduled for the weekend of 20th – 22nd December, with the return…

Barcelona Thrash Real Madrid 4-0 In El Clasico To Go Six Points Clear. Barcelona showcased a commanding performance, defeating Real Madrid 4-0 in El Clasico, extending their lead to six points over their historic rivals. Real Madrid, who were aiming to equal a 43-game unbeaten league record, saw their hopes dashed by Barcelona’s relentless second-half display. After a tightly contested goalless first half, Robert Lewandowski opened the scoring in the 54th minute, converting Marc Casado’s pass with precision. The Polish striker doubled Barcelona’s lead shortly after, heading home a cross from Alejandro Balde. Lewandowski came close to a hat-trick,…

Enugu Police Commissioner and State Officials Visit Family of Murdered Musician, Pledge Swift Justice. The Commissioner of Police in Enugu State, CP Kanayo Uzuegbu, alongside senior state government officials, visited the family of the late Chikezie Okezie Nwamba, a renowned Ogene musician popularly known as Igbo-Jah. The artist was tragically killed by a police officer on Friday night, an incident that has sent shockwaves through the Enugu community. During the visit, CP Uzuegbu reassured the grieving family and the public that a thorough investigation is underway and pledged that justice would be served swiftly. He emphasised the commitment of…