A former France defender, Frank Leboeuf, has criticized Chelsea’s goalkeeper, Robert Sanchez after Chelsea lost 2-1 to Arsenal in the Premier League. He pointed to the Spaniard’s bad passing during the game, which caused problems for his teammates more than once. Speaking on ESPN FC, Leboeuf mentioned that there was a big difference between Sanchez […] EPL: ‘What you’re doing is scary’ – Leboeuf names Chelsea star who puts everyone in danger

​By Israel Olamilekan Nigerian football prospects Feranmi Oduyoye and Tomisin Obayemi have been officially named Players of the Month for January 2026 at the prestigious FCV International Football Academy. ​The The post Nigerian duo sweep  honours at UK’s FCV Academy appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The organizers of Nigeria’s most credible sports honors, the Sportsville Special Recognition Awards, have officially announced the date for the 2026 edition. According to a statement released by the Chairman The post Sportsville’ s prestigious ‘Special Recognition Awards’ hold  Mar.  28 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Kathy Giacalone, a philanthropist and devoted wife of Tony Siragusa, shared a partnership built on love and family. Discover their life and lasting legacy.

Team Nigeria’s build-up for a packed athletics season shifts into top gear today as the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) fires the starting gun on its maiden Golden League series The post AFN Golden League begins as 412 athletes storm Benin City appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Nigeria Boxing Federation has confirmed the arrival of several foreign-based Nigerian boxers ahead of the maiden edition of National Boxing Week, as the countdown begins to the 2026 Commonwealth The post Commonwealth Games Qualifier: Foreign-Based boxers arrive for National Boxing Week appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

By Daniel Oyekan Building on the momentum of the 2025 Lagos Autofest, the spotlight of Nigerian motorsports shifts to the hills of Ondo for the most anticipated racing event of The post Ondo Auto Rally: The ‘Greatest Show on Wheels’ set for April 4 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

"And these are actions that we can take and we have to take in order to be serious about our fight against racism." The post FIFA president says players who cover mouths when speaking could be sent off appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Future Olympian Athletics Classic, earlier slated for the first quarter of 2026, has been moved to the last quarter of the year so as to make it a national The post Future Olympian Athletics Classic shifted to  last quarter of 2026 appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

 Former Nigerian NBA star and FIBA ambassador Olumide Oyedeji has labelled the election of Hasheem Thabeet as President of the Tanzania Basketball Federation (TBF) a “turning point” for the sport The post Oyedeji hails Thabeet’s election as Tanzania Basketball President appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Peller defended his N130 million car gift to Jarvis against critics, revealing his reasons and reflecting on his relationship with her in a viral video response.

Renowned sports journalist and television presenter with  Super Sports, Charles Anazodo and Oludolapo Adewale, the lead trainer at Crystal Lattice Media, have  been named as the anchor persons  for this The post Anazodo, Adewale named  comperes for Newstap/ SWAN 5-Star Award appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Major General Bemgha Koughna survives a terrorist ambush in Kebbi State as troops neutralise five assailants and recover arms, cash, and motorcycles.

By Victor Ogunade The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Hon. Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, has announced the appointment of renowned sports media expert Samuel Ahmadu as her Special The post Sports Media expert  Ahmadu named Special Assistant to FCC Chairman appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Curious about Rob Schmitt's wife? Discover the truth behind his relationship status, including his career journey and public perceptions as a Newsmax reporter.

Arsenal maintained control of the Premier League title race as they chiselled out a nervy 2-1 win over London rivals Chelsea to open up a five-point lead at the top The post EPL: Timber header earns Arsenal crucial win over Chelsea appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Attending most owambe (big parties) in Nigeria requires buying the asoebi from the host. The host in turn ensures his or her guest returns home with lots of souvenirs. The post Economy: Owambe hosts now distribute garri souvenirs to guest  appeared first on Vanguard News.

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Prince Paul Ikonne, has called on Abia State governor, Alex Otti, to tender a public apology to a journalist following an exchange during a recent media briefing. Governor Otti, while responding to a question at the session, described the inquiry as “irresponsible” and “stupid.” […]

In a dramatic escalation, the US and Israel have launched a missile attack on Iran, with multiple explosions reported across Tehran and beyond. Updates inside.

What is Jason Hoppy doing now? He currently leads a private life in New York, following his divorce from Bethenny Frankel in early 2021. Learn more about him here.

Decades into his career, Jim Ovia’s influence is evident in every facet of Nigerian banking. The shift to digital systems, the rise of electronic transactions, and the seamless integration of technology The post JIM OVIA: A fitting tribute appeared first on Vanguard News.

Tension gripped residents of Ikare Junction in Owo, Ondo State, on Sunday night after a man identified simply as Joseph was apprehended for allegedly being in possession of several female pants. The suspect, whose full identity had yet to be confirmed as of the time of filing this report, was reportedly intercepted by youths in [...]

Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Ile-Oluji, Ondo State, Dr Ademola Iyanda Ebeloku, has been decorated with the Yoruba Leadership Award of Integrity by the Yoruba Youth Assembly (YYA) headquartered in Ibadan, Oyo State The deputy rector, Dr Samson Omogbehin, registrar, Mr Gabriel Awe, bursar, Mr Ebenezer Olabode, the polytechnic librarian, Dr Rachael Aladeniyi, as well as […]

The conversation around menstrual health in Nigeria has taken a new turn with the unveiling of Girls Tag, the country’s first all-in-one period care kit. Designed to provide young girls with dignity, comfort and confidence, Girls Tag combines premium hygiene products with educational resources to support adolescent development. Actress and philanthropist, Mercy Johnson-Okojie and her […]

Ajayi made history in 2021 as the first Nigerian to win the AMBA & BGA MBA Entrepreneur of the Year Award, a global recognition of exceptional entrepreneurial leadership The post OLUWATOBI AJAYI: Redefining mobility and manufacturing in Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.

One such figure is Archbishop Onyeka Joseph Nzekwesi, a native of Eziowelle in Anambra State, whose contributions to the Nigerian housing sector are fast gaining national recognition The post Archbishop Onyeka Nzekwesi: Bridging Nigeria’s housing gap through visionary leadership appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nasarawa United head coach, Mbwas Mangut has reflected on his team’s performance in the defeat to Rangers, DAILY POST reports. The Solid Miners fell 2-0 to their hosts at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu, on Sunday. Mangut maintained fourth position on the table despite the defeat, and are still in the hunt to secure a […] NPFL: Mangut rues Nasarawa United’s defeat to Rangers

Prominent Plateau State-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir, has vehemently condemned plans by the federal government to establish a state police to complement efforts of regular security agencies in combating insecurity in the country. Last week, President Bola Tinubu urged the National Assembly to consider tweaking the constitution to accommodate the creation of state […] Plateau-based Islamic cleric kicks against state police

A civil society coalition under the banner of Kaduna Voices United plans to stage mass protests across Kaduna State and calls for the continued detention of former governor Nasir El-Rufai. It also demanded the extension of the investigation into his administration into alleged human rights violations. The group said the planned demonstrations are aimed at […]

  Prof. Itse Sagay, former chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption (PACAC), in this interview, speaks elaborately on the push to establish state police across 36 states of…

Delta State governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori and the speaker of the state House of Assembly (DSHA), Rt. Hon. Dennis Guwor, have mourned the state’s former deputy governor, Chief Benjamin Elue, who died at the age of 85. Elue served as deputy governor to former governor James Ibori between 1999 and 2007. Oborevwori described the […]

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The measure is aimed at strengthening digital systems, harmonising databases across MDAs, enabling real-time monitoring, and improving inter-agency verification to reduce leakage The post IGR Enhancement: Lawal abolishes cash collection of revenue in Zamfara appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Arsenal legend, Ian Wright, has admitted he is worried about how the team handles matches towards the end. Wright was analyzing the Gunners’ 2-1 victory over Chelsea in the Premier League studios on Sunday Jurrien Timber scored a header in the second half of the match as Mikel Arteta’s men take all three points at […] EPL: Ian Wright reveals ‘worry’ for Arsenal in title race despite Chelsea win

The Nigerian Exchange Limited ended the week lower, as the All-Share Index fell 1.11%, market capitalisation declined, and trading activity weakened.

The Kalabari Kingdom has concluded a series of traditional rites culminating in the installation of Alabo Briebibo Dienyefa Dokubo-Asari as a chief. His father, Da Amakiri Tubo, Alhaji Mujahid Abubakar Dokubo-Asari, who holds the titles Dabaye Amakiri I and Amanyanabo of Elem Kalabari, formally presented him to chiefs and the wider Kalabari nation after more […]