Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Sinner Triumphs In Shanghai As Djokovic Misses 100th Career Title. Novak Djokovic’s pursuit of his 100th career title was halted in Shanghai as Jannik Sinner secured a high-calibre victory in the Masters final. Sinner, the world number one, continued his exceptional form this season with a 7-6 (7-4), 6-3 win over the Serbian veteran, who at 37 was aiming to add a fifth Shanghai title to his illustrious record. Djokovic, already a 24-time Grand Slam champion, had hoped to become just the third man in history—after Jimmy Connors and Roger Federer—to reach the milestone of 100 career titles. Despite…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have found themselves stranded at Al-Abraq Airport in Libya, hours after arriving for their crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya in Benghazi. The Nigerian team, which landed ten hours ago, is reportedly being held at the airport, unable to continue their journey to the match venue. Al-Abraq Airport, located about four hours by road from Benghazi, has become the scene of frustration and uncertainty for the Nigerian contingent. The Super Eagles are due to face Libya in the return fixture of the AFCON 2025 qualifiers on Tuesday. However, the Libyan authorities appear…

Nigerian Premier League Results: Remo Stars, Akwa United Shine With Victories. It was an action-packed day in the Nigerian Premier League, with Remo Stars and Akwa United securing crucial wins while Niger Tornadoes and Lobi Stars settled for a hard-fought draw. Remo Stars 3-0 Nasarawa United Remo Stars delivered an impressive performance, defeating Nasarawa United 3-0 at home. Sikiru Alimi opened the scoring in the 50th minute, followed by Stanley Joseph’s strike just nine minutes later. Ismail Sodiq sealed the victory in the 62nd minute, completing a dominant display by the home side. Niger Tornadoes 1-1 Lobi Stars…

Kevin Großkreutz Reacts To Jürgen Klopp’s Move To Red Bull: “I Couldn’t Believe It”. Former Borussia Dortmund player, Kevin Großkreutz, has expressed his shock and sadness following the announcement that Jürgen Klopp has joined Red Bull. Speaking candidly, Großkreutz shared his disbelief upon hearing the news, describing it as “pretty shocking” and admitting that it has yet to fully sink in. “I woke up to 30 messages on my phone and thought: What happened? I thought I was dreaming and then hoped it was fake news,” he said, recounting the moment he learned of Klopp’s move. “Two hours later,…

CAF Sets Date For Presidential Elections In 2025, Nominations Open. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced that the next presidential elections will be held on 12 March 2025 in Cairo, Egypt. The much-anticipated event is set to shape the future of football on the continent. CAF has also confirmed that nominations for candidates are now open, with prospective members able to collect nomination forms. The deadline for the submission of forms has been set for 12 November 2024, providing ample time for candidates to prepare their bids. There is growing discussion within African football circles…

Enugu State Government Clarifies Mortuary Tax, Aims To Discourage Prolonged Storage Of Corpses. The Enugu State Government has clarified the rationale behind the tax imposed on corpses in mortuaries across the state, emphasising that it is not primarily a revenue generation initiative. The Executive Chairman of the Enugu State Internal Revenue Service (ESIRS), Mr Emmanuel Nnamani, addressed the public in response to a recent circular on the Mortuary Tax, issued to mortuary attendants. He explained that the tax aligns with the provisions of section 34 of the Birth, Deaths and Burials Law Cap 15 Revised Laws of Enugu State…

Artur Beterbiev Declared Winner Against Dmitry Bivol To Become Undisputed Light-Heavyweight Champion. In a thrilling encounter in Saudi Arabia, Artur Beterbiev defeated Dmitry Bivol by majority decision to become the undisputed light-heavyweight world champion. The much-anticipated clash between the two undefeated Russian fighters lived up to its billing, with Beterbiev emerging victorious with scores of 114-114, 115-113, and 116-112. The contest, which saw Bivol dominate the early rounds with his swift movement and precise combinations, could have gone either way. However, the 39-year-old Beterbiev, known for his relentless power, clawed his way back into the fight with constant pressure, ultimately…

King Charles Acknowledges Australia’s Right To Decide On Republic Status Ahead of Visit. King Charles has reiterated that the decision of whether Australia remains a constitutional monarchy or transitions to a republic rests solely with the Australian people. This statement comes ahead of the King’s upcoming visit to Australia, during which the future of the monarchy is likely to be a topic of discussion. In correspondence exchanged between Buckingham Palace and the Australian Republic Movement (ARM), officials speaking on behalf of the King confirmed the monarch’s position. The letter, revealed by The Daily Mail, states: “Whether Australia becomes a…

Atalanta Manager Gasperini Backs Ademola Lookman For Ballon d’Or. Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini has publicly declared that if he were to cast a vote for the prestigious Ballon d’Or, his choice would be Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman. Lookman, who has had an outstanding year, is the only African player nominated for the Ballon d’Or in 2024. His performances have attracted significant attention, particularly his historic hat-trick against Bayer Leverkusen in the Europa League final, a feat that etched his name into the record books. Speaking about his choice, Gasperini praised the Nigerian international’s incredible skill, consistency,…

Vice President Shettima Vows To Reverse Nigeria’s Unemployment Crisis Through Human Capital Development. Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to tackle Nigeria’s high unemployment rate and improve labour force participation, describing it as a key focus of the government’s Human Capital Development (HCD) Programme. Speaking at the launch of the Nasarawa State Human Capital Development Strategy Document and Gender Transformative Human Capital Development Policy Framework in Lafia, the state capital, Shettima outlined the administration’s vision to equip Nigerians with globally competitive skills. This strategy, he stated, is aimed at positioning the…

Sunday Igboho Submits Petition To UK Prime Minister On Yoruba Nation Agitation. In a significant move towards the Yoruba Nation agitation, Sunday Adeyemo, better known as Sunday Igboho, has presented a petition to the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer, urging the UK government to intervene in the ongoing secessionist movement in Nigeria as disclosed by Sahara Reporters. Although the contents of the petition remain confidential, reports indicate that the document addresses the growing demands for the establishment of an independent Yoruba Nation, a cause championed by Igboho and his supporters. The petition was submitted on behalf…

Ikorodu City Secure First NPFL Victory with Dominant Performance. Ikorodu City registered their first win of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) season with a commanding 3-0 triumph over Bendel Insurance. The match took place at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, where the hosts displayed an impressive performance to claim all three points and kick-start their campaign. This result will surely provide a morale boost for Ikorodu City having lost 4 from 5 matches played so far. They will now aim to build momentum in the coming fixtures following this interesting result. In another NPFL encounter, Sunshine Stars secured a…