Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk has now netted 28 goals in the Premier League, making him the second-highest goal-scoring central defender in the competition’s history, excluding penalties. The only player ahead of the Dutchman in this impressive statistic is former Chelsea captain John Terry, who scored 41 goals during his illustrious career, according to OptaJoe. Van […] EPL: Van Dijk second-highest goal-scoring central defender behind John Terry

Airport authorities announced the suspension as tensions rapidly intensified following military exchanges involving Iran, the United States and Israel.

Preliminary findings indicate that before police intervention, both groups brought in suspected cultists who engaged in a gun duel, during which the victim was believed to have been shot.

Abia Comets have announced the sacking of their technical adviser Dipreye Teibowei, DAILY POST reports. The club said the decision became unavoidable after the disappointing home loss to Sunshine Stars on Saturday. Teibowei had previously been issued a two-match ultimatum before the resumption of the second stanza of the 2025/2026 season. Abia Comets added that […] NNL: Abia Comets sack head coach Teibowei after poor run

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has said banditry in parts of the country has not disrupted work on federal roads. The post Umahi says banditry not hindering projects appeared first on Vanguard News.

Victor Osimhen maintained his impressive form, inspiring Galatasaray to a 3-1 home victory over Alanyaspor on Saturday. The Nigeria international registered a goal, and an assist in the game. Osimhen set up Lucas Torreira for Galatasaray’s second goal two minutes before the hour mark. The 27-year-old made the points save for the hosts seven minutes […] Turkey: Osimhen scores, assists in Galatasaray’s win over Alanyaspor

Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, has expressed gratitude to the Founder and General Overseer Omega Power Ministries (OPM) and King of Ikwuorie Ohanku Autonomous community, His Royal Majesty King…

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Antoine Semenyo scored the decisive goal as as Manchester City sealed a hard-earned 1-0 victory at Leeds United. Leeds were left to rue a string of missed first-half chances. Semenyo converted  a rare chance for Pep Guardiola’s side in stoppage time before the interval. The win lifted Manchester City to within [...]

Actor Tayo Amokade, popularly known as Ijebu, has called for decisive action against content creator King Mitchy following her alleged suicide attempt during a live broadcast on TikTok. King Mitchy The post Actor Ijebu calls for action against King Mitchy over suicide attempt appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has claimed their main target this season is to qualify for the Champions League. Guardiola was speaking to the media, following their 1-0 win at Leeds United in Saturday’s Premier League clash. Antoine Semenyo scored the only goal of the game just before the break, to ensure City are two […] EPL: Guardiola reveals Man City’s main target after 1-0 win at Leeds

Late Nollywood comic actor and content creator, Okemesi, has been buried. Okemesi was buried on Friday, February 27, 2026 at Ayobo Cemetery in Lagos State. DAILY POST reports that the entertainer passed away on February 24 following complications from his medication. This came weeks after the 52-year-old cried out over his battle with an alleged […] Late Nollywood actor Okemesi buried in Lagos [VIDEO]

Actress Mary Njoku has raised concerns about the focus and priorities of Nigerian youths, urging them to channel their energy into meaningful pursuits amid the ongoing online feud between VeryDarkMan The post Mary Njoku questions youth priorities amid VeryDarkMan – King Mitchy feud appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Commissioner further stated that, while the vehicles are government property, "it remains entirely the discretion of the Governor, to allow any resigning appointee to retain such vehicles.

Clear signs of internal disagreement have emerged within the African Democratic Congress, following conflicting accounts issued by two senior South-South leaders over whether the zone endorsed former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi during its February 27, 2026 meeting. The meeting, convened to strengthen the party’s regional structure, took a political dimension when Amaechi formally declared […]

Popular content creator and philanthropist King Mitchy has come under sustained online criticism following her recent charitable intervention, including the renovation of a school within six days. The social media The post ‘I won’t be silenced,’ King Mitchy cries out over online ‘bullying’ appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the South South has endorsed the 2027 presidential ambition of former minister of Transportation, Chibuike Amaechi. The caucus made the decision at its meeting of February 27 this year. According to a statement signed by the national vice chairman of ADC in South South geopolitical zone, Usani Uguru Usani, […]

Barcelona winger, Lamine Yamal, on Saturday evening set two records after scoring a hat-trick in his side’s LaLiga 4-1 win against Villarreal. According to OptaJose, Yamal is now among the youngest players to score their first hat-trick in the LaLiga in the 21st century. He achieved the feat at the age of 18 years and […] LaLiga: Yamal sets two records after Barcelona’s 4-1 win against Villarreal

The National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) said it has approved the commencement of digital membership registration across all wards in the 36 States of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory. According to the national publicity secretary, Comrade Ini Ememobong, the exercise will begin on Monday, March 2, 2026 and will […]

Enyimba have announced that their oriental derby clash with Kun Khalifat FC will be played without fans. The People’s Elephant said the directive comes from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), and marks the final of three home matches it must host without spectators. Enyimba acknowledged the disappointment and inconvenience for their supporters, whose presence […] NPFL: Enyimba vs Kun Khalifat FC to be played behind closed doors

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick discusses squad rotation and UCL aspirations ahead of the clash with Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on March 2.

Relegation-threatened Burnley mounted a stirring comeback to overturn a 3-0 deficit, but were denied a remarkable point as Mikkel Damsgaard struck a dramatic 93rd‑minute winner to give Brentford a 4-3 victory at Turf Moor. It looked like the visitors were heading for a comfortable win after goals from Damsgaard, Igor Thiago and Kevin Schade inside […]

According to Reuters, a senior Israeli official disclosed that Khamenei died in the attacks which targeted Iran’s top leadership.

Two Israeli television networks reported that a photograph of Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's body had been shown to US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The post Israeli TV networks report photo of Khamenei’s body shown to Trump, Netanyahu appeared first on Vanguard News.

A clinical Liverpool performance helped them beat battling West Ham in the Premier League and move level on points with fourth-placed Manchester United. The hosts were 3-0 up at the break thanks to goals from Hugo Ekitike, Virgil van Dijk and Alexis Mac Allister. West Ham pulled one back early in the second half through […]

Manchester City have closed the gap between themselves and Arsenal to two points, following a narrow 1-0 win at Leeds United. The Gunners had re-established a five-point gap after they thrashed Tottenham Hotspur 4-1 last Sunday. And although City were completely dominated in the first half at Elland Road, they were the ones who took […] EPL table: Man City close gap to two points with 1-0 win over Leeds United

The Nationwide League One, NLO, has resolved to return to a stadium-based league format for the 2026 season, citing security concerns and the financial strain of a traditional home-and-away schedule. The decision was reached at the league’s Annual General Meeting, held virtually on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Delegates at the meeting also appealed for an […] NLO adopts stadium-based league format for 2026 season

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has made a strong claim over the alleged killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during Saturday attack.

The Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has said that there are indications that Iranian leader, Ayatollah Ali Khameini, is dead. Netanyahu spoke in a televised address on Saturday evening saying that Israel’s military campaign in Iran will go on “as long as it is needed”, adding that the conflict will bring about “true peace”. According […] BREAKING: There’re signs we’ve killed Iranian leader, Khameini – Netanyahu

A late goal from Mbomezomo Yvana in the 90th minute separated both sides in the tightly contested encounter The post Cameroon 1-0 Nigeria: Indomitable Lionesses edge Super Falcons in WAFCON warm-up clash appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Antoine Semenyo scored just before half-time as title-chasing Manchester City escaped Elland Road with victory over an energetic Leeds United. The hard-earned outcome narrowed Arsenal’s lead to two points at The post EPL: Man City secure slim 1-0 win over Leeds United through Semenyo goal appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Antoine Semenyo fired Manchester City to a gritty 1-0 win over Leeds on Saturday as the Premier League title chasers closed the gap on leaders Arsenal without Erling Haaland. The post EPL: Semenyo sinks Leeds as Man City close gap on Arsenal appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigeria National League, NNL, has announced a three-point and three-goal forfeiture for Kebbi United following a breach of league rules. Kebbi United was accused of fielding an ineligible player, David Ibrahim, in the clash against Yobe Desert Stars. They also received a fine of N1 million as further punishment. The NNL’s disciplinary committee said […] NNL: Kebbi United hit with three points deduction

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) Prince Adewole Adebayo has described the coincidence of Ramadan and the Christian Lenten season as a unique opportunity for national rebirth. Adebayo spoke at the gathering of Clerics and faithfuls from the Muslim and Christian communities at the Al-Ahfad Mosque in Gombe for a special […]

Five pupils were initially reported killed in the Saturday attack. Later on Saturday, the death toll rose to 40. The death toll has now risen to 85. The post 85 Iranian schoolgirls now reported dead in US/Israeli missile attack appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Kano State Government said it has involved the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC), the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies in the Distribution Committee overseeing the Federal Government’s donated N8 billion to victims of the Singer Market fire, to ensure transparency and fairness. The committee on […] Kano involves EFCC, Police in N8bn Singer Market fire relief distribution

Sage Grey Finance, has established a $10 Million Circular Economy Investment fund in collaboration with stakeholders and private sector operators. This was disclosed by the managing director of the firm, Temitope Runsewe, at the Circular Economy Week in Lagos. Speaking at thr event, Runsewe said the growth was to drive growth in green areas through […]