Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and President of the United Arab Emirates, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, have finalized a historic agreement, which has resulted in the immediate lifting of the visa ban placed on Nigerian travellers. The United Arab Emirates had reportedly banned nationals of some 20 African countries from entering its capital city, Dubai, in October last year  “This is to inform you that we will not be posting 30 day visa applications for these nationalities effective today, October 18, 2022,” the notice read in part. Countries affected by the visa ban include Uganda, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Cameroon,…

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), has reportedly announced plans to start turning over approximately 2,500 documents relating to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in its database. According to Peoples Gazette, the FBI said it would start releasing the documents effective October, ending at 500 pages per month, according to a new court filing. In a status report docketed on September 11 at the United States District Court for the District of Columbia in Washington, D.C, the agency said: “FBI has identified a total of approximately 2500 pages potentially responsive to FOIA requests 1553430-00 and 1587544-000. “FBI plans a processing schedule of 500…

Germany secured their maiden gold medal at the FIBA World Cup in Manila. The Germans defeated European rivals Serbia in a close contest 83-77 to pick up an important win in the final. After defeating favourites USA in the semifinals to reach the final for the first time ever, Germany were favourites to win the match. They lived up to the expectations and emerged with the gold medal after. Serbia started the match excellently, proving to be no pushovers against their fellow Europeans. The first quarter ended with the two-time champions in the lead by 26 points to 23. Germany…

Canada’s basketball team made history as they defeated the USA to claim a first-ever FIBA World Cup medal. The North Americans defeated their illustrious opponents to finish in third place. Having lost to Germany and Serbia respectively, USA and Canada were to go head-to-head for the final podium position in Manila. The Canadians were targeting a first medal, while the Americans were looking to put their disappointment behind them after defeats to Lithuania and Germany in this tournament. Canada flew out of the blocks and dominated the first quarter, ending it with a 34-25 lead. The Americans fought back in the second quarter and…

England will wear a unique pre-match shirt ahead of their heritage match against Scotland at Hampden tomorrow night. The Scottish FA are celebrating their 150th anniversary by replaying international football’s oldest fixture, which will be held for the 116th time. And the Three Lions will nod to their own history by donning a jersey featuring the original crest worn in the two nations’ first meeting in 1872. Captain Harry Kane modelled the replica shirt for the first time during a visit to Hamilton Crescent — the scene of that clash — alongside Tartan Army skipper Andy Robertson. The hosts will…

The transfer window is closed across Europe – with the exception of the Turkish window which closes on Friday- but clubs are still eyeing and weighing up moves for players in the upcoming winter window in January. Here are some transfer gossip and confirmed interest for your pleasure: Arsenal are prepared to reignite their interest in Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic once the January transfer window opens. Also on the radar at Arsenal is Atletico Madrid defender Nahuel Molina, who is a target for both Aston Villa and Manchester City as well. Chelsea want a new striker of their own in January and have set their sights on Ivan Toney, but Brentford are prepared to demand in…

Novak Djokovic won a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam singles title by outlasting Daniil Medvedev in a punishing US Open final in New York. The 36-year-old Serb won 6-3 7-6 (7-5) 6-3 but the straight-set scoreline does not tell how deep he had to dig. A comfortable opening set was followed by a brutal second which lasted one hour and 44 minutes. After the pair exchanged breaks early in the third, Djokovic took control to level Margaret Court’s 50-year record. “It obviously means the world to me,” said Djokovic on winning his 24th major. “I’m really living my childhood dream to…

England boss Gareth Southgate says he twice talked defender Kyle Walker out of international retirement. The Manchester City defender, 33, considered ending his England career after Euro 2020 and the 2022 World Cup but was persuaded to carry on. Walker scored his first England goal on his 77th appearance in Saturday’s European qualifying draw with Ukraine. “I’ve talked him out of [international] retirement twice, after the Euros and after the World Cup” said Southgate. “I think he loves being here and he’s wanted to keep going and now he’s thinking about how many caps can he get. “He’s critical to us. If…

Luis Rubiales has announced he has resigned as Spanish football federation president following the controversy over him kissing Jenni Hermoso. Rubiales kissed the player on the lips during the trophy presentation after Spain’s victory over England in last month’s World Cup final, but Hermoso said the kiss was not consensual. FIFA suspended Rubiales pending an investigation into his behaviour, and Hermoso submitted a complaint to the national prosecutor’s office earlier this week which is now with Spain’s high court. In a statement on his unverified X account on Sunday evening, Rubiales said he had informed Pedro Rocha, who has been…

The Republic of Ireland’s Euro 2024 qualification hopes are all but over after the Netherlands came from a goal down to edge an entertaining qualifier in Dublin. Adam Idah gave the Republic a dream start with a fourth-minute penalty after Virgil van Dijk’s handball. But the Dutch hit back with a spot-kick of their own through Cody Gakpo. Substitute Wout Weghorst’s winner then condemned the Republic to a fourth defeat in five qualifiers. It leaves manager Stephen Kenny’s side six points adrift of the second-placed Dutch having played a game more, with a home match against Greece and a trip…

Nigeria thumped Sao Tome and Principe 6-0 on Sunday evening to further stamp authority as giants of Africa. Despite the rain at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Nigeria, Napoli star Victor Osimhen began the party in the 14th minute when he scored from an Ademola Lookman assist. Lookman then went on to get on to the score sheet himself some 14 minutes later as Wilfred Ndidi came through with the assist. Nottingham Forest striker, Taiwo Awoniyi, made sure that the Super Eagles continued where they left off in the second half as he found the back of the net…

Hansi Flick has been sacked as Germany manager following Saturday’s 4-1 friendly defeat by Japan in Wolfsburg. He becomes the first Germany boss to be sacked since the role was created in 1926. Germany have lost four of their past five games, with Flick overseeing just 12 wins in his 25 matches since replacing Joachim Low in August 2021. Rudi Voller, who managed the team from 2000 to 2004, takes temporary charge for Tuesday’s friendly with France. Germany host the men’s European Championship next year but have been in disarray. Flick, 58, had been Low’s assistant manager with Germany from…