The Professional Footballers’ Association has stepped in to discuss the situation of Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi after both players were left out of Chelsea’s first-team plans. Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi have been training away from the senior squad following head coach Enzo Maresca’s decision to exclude them. The move has drawn attention from the players’ union, which is understood to be concerned about how the pair are being managed. Sterling, 30, is one of Chelsea’s highest earners with a deal worth around £325,000 per week and still has close to two years left on his contract. Disasi, 27,…
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The Chairman/CEO Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has commended the collaborative efforts of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA), the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Nigerian Consulate in Jeddah that led to the release of three Nigerians detained in Saudi Arabia over alleged drug trafficking. Naija News reports that the Dabiri-Erewa, in a statement through the Media, Public Relations and Protocols unit of NiDCOM, Gabriel Odu, emphasised that the the successful release of the detained Nigerians is another testament to the fact that President Bola Tinubu’s administration…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has berated activist and African Action Congress presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, over his description of President Bola Tinubu as a “criminal.” Speaking on Thursday during the flag-off of the Arterial Road N1 construction in Wuye, Abuja, Wike said Sowore should count himself fortunate to have a president who respects the rule of law. Wike said, “This is a country where somebody on social media will say Mr President is a criminal; nothing will happen. You say all kinds of things you want to say, but nothing will happen. “No matter how…
Benfica have confirmed the appointment of José Mourinho as their new head coach, handing the 62-year-old a contract that runs until 2027, though a break clause allows either side to end the agreement at the close of this season. The move brings Jose Mourinho back to Lisbon, a city where he had a brief spell in charge of Benfica in 2000 before resigning and building his reputation at Porto. This time, he returns under far greater scrutiny, with his fourth game set to pit him against Chelsea in the Champions League on September 30. It will be a reunion rich…
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, has urged President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly (NASS) to present Nigerians with a full report of the activities of retired Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, who governed Rivers State as administrator during the six-month state of emergency. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Thursday, Adegboruwa stressed that Rivers’ vast resources make it imperative that Ibas account for how he managed the state within the period. “I mean Rivers is one of the richest states in Nigeria, there are resources there. Somebody acted for six months as a single individual. What…
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, has urged President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly (NASS) to present Nigerians with a full report of the activities of retired Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, who governed Rivers State as administrator during the six-month state of emergency. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Thursday, Adegboruwa stressed that Rivers’ vast resources make it imperative that Ibas account for how he managed the state within the period. “I mean Rivers is one of the richest states in Nigeria, there are resources there. Somebody acted for six months as a single individual. What…
Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has claimed that the Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, had no history of supporting workers’ struggles or grassroots activism. Naija News reports that Bwala, during an interview on the ‘The Clarity Zone’ Podcast with media personality, Nedu, said Peter Obi, despite his wealth, has no record of funding public projects or founding a foundation. According to the presidential aide, the philanthropic profile of the former Governor of Anambra State was not in line with his financial standing. Bwala emphasised that beyond philanthropy, Peter Obi does not…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has vowed to continue doing what he believes is right, regardless of what others may think or feel. The Minister made the declaration on Thursday in response to security reports that some workers in the FCT are planning a demonstration against his style of governance. According to Wike, the Department of State Services (DSS) informed him that health workers in the FCT are planning a protest against him over perceived neglect. However, speaking during the flag-off of the construction of Arterial Road N1 from Wuye District to Ring Road II,…
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has described the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as a party in disarray. The APC accused the opposition of being indecisive and blind to constitutional provisions Speaking via a statement by its spokesperson, Seye Oladejo, the party asserted that the PDP’s latest decision to leave its ticket open to all zones after initially zoning it to the South reflects a confused party. He described the move as “a roadmap to nowhere,” insisting it was evidence of the opposition’s lack of focus. Oladejo argued that the ruling APC’s growing popularity has unsettled…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have slipped further down the FIFA World Rankings, falling one place from 44th to 45th in the world. The latest update, released on Thursday through FIFA’s official 𝕏 handle, also confirmed that the Super Eagles remain sixth in Africa despite their struggles in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The drop continues a worrying trend for Nigeria. In August, the Super Eagles fell from 43rd to 44th following a string of disappointing results. Coach Eric Chelle’s men are yet to find their rhythm, and the rankings reflect the pressure mounting on the side as key qualification matches loom.…
