Nigerian Army, on Sunday, released a video showing the confession of a suspected member of Boko Haram. In the video, the suspect claimed that those present at the Jilli market during a recent airstrike were members of the group allegedly involved in logistics operations. In the footage shared by the Army, the young man is seen being interrogated about the movement patterns and operational activities of his associates. He also spoke about the roles of other suspected members linked to recent attacks. This is coming in the wake of a military air operation at Jilli Market, where no fewer than…
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Former Premier League player, Yannick Bolasie, has criticized Arsenal’s Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi following the Gunners’ 2-1 defeat to AFC Bournemouth. He asserted that they were playing too conservatively, while goalkeeper David Raya was taking greater risks. In a post on X, Bolasie remarked that Raya had more touches of the ball than the attacking players. He further stated that both the players and the fans are overly focused on statistics, commenting, “All comes from Raya dancing on the ball like he has all game. When your back line is touching the ball more than any offensive players it’s…
Sevilla head coach, Luis Garcia Plaza is banking on Akor Adams to help the club in the fight against relegation. Los Rojiblancos defeated Atletico Madrid 2-1 at home on Saturday night to end their three-game losing streak in LaLiga. Sevilla moved to 15th position on the table following the win, three points above the relegation zone. Adams opened the scoring for Plaza’s side against Barcelona. The Nigeria international is currently Sevilla’s leading scorer in LaLiga this season, with eight goals from 26 appearances. The gaffer believed that the striker would be vital for his team. “Akor who still has more…
The stage is set for the Premier League match of the weekend when Chelsea welcomes Manchester City at home. The match will kick-off by 4.30 pm, Nigerian time, at Stamford Bridge. The reverse fixture ended in a 1-1 draw at Etihad Stadium. Chelsea head to the game following a 7-0 win against Port Vale in the FA Cup quarter-final, while Manchester City thrashed Liverpool 4-0. The Blues are currently 6th in the Premier League table, but will move to 5th place, ahead of Liverpool, if they beat Man City today. Man City, on the other hand, are currently second and…
Arsenal will sack Mikel Arteta if the team fails to win either the Premier League or Champions League trophy this season, according to the UK Metro. In the past few weeks, the Gunners have lost out on two trophies as their quest to win an unprecedented quadruple fizzled out. Arteta’s men were beaten 2-1 in the Carabao Cup final by Manchester City and eliminated from the FA Cup by Southampton. On Saturday, their league title hopes took a huge blow, thanks to a 2-1 home defeat to Bournemouth. Arsenal remain nine points clear, but City now have two games in…
Senior officials at Arsenal have identified Como head coach, Cesc Fabregas, as the ideal candidate to replace Mikel Arteta. According to Mundo Deportivo, Arteta could be in his last days as manager at the Emirates. The Gunners began 2026 on a great note and in the running for four trophies. But Arsenal were beaten 2-1 by Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final and lost to Southampton in the FA Cup quarter-final. Arteta’s men had the chance to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to 12 points on Saturday, but ended up losing 2-1 to Bournemouth…
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru may not be available for Lazio’s Serie A clash against Fiorentina. Dele-Bashiru has missed training in the build-up to the game due to muscle fatigue raising concerns over his availability. According to La Lazio, Siamo Noi, the midfielder could be included in the squad but there remains uncertainty over whether he was would he able to play a part in the game. The Nigeria international has featured regularly in midfield alongside Danilo Cataldi and Kenneth Taylor in recent games. The 25-year-old has made 17 league appearances for La Biancolesti this season. Lazio are unbeaten in their last four…
L-R: New ADC State Chairman, Otunba Femi Soluade; Congress Committee Chairman, Moshood Salvador and State Secretary, Adebisi Olusoji at the State Congress held at the ADC Secretariat, Itoko, Abeokuta… recently
Four aides of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state, including his spokesperson Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, have been released on bail by the Department of State Services (DSS) following a petition filed against them by Kwankwasiyya Movement. Dawakin Tofa confirmed in a Facebook post that he, alongside Salisu Yahaya Hotoro, Ibrahim Adam and Nuhu Dambazau, were detained for four hours by the Kano command of the DSS, before being granted bail on self-recognition. He disclosed that Kwankwasiyya is set to present the matter before a court, with their arraignment scheduled for Tuesday. The governor’s spokesperson alleged that part of…
From Seyi Tayese, Yenagoa As the President of Ijaw National Congress (INC), Prof. Benjamin Okaba, bent on conducting an election on Monday 13th April 2026, every well-meaning Ijaw persons have been urged to “boycott the illegal and kangaroo elections.” Urging Ijaw nation’s to boycott the elections is the Chairman of Bayelsa State Traditional Rulers Council, who is also the Chairman of CITRE HRM, King Bubaraye Dakolo Agada IV, Ibenanaowei of Ekpetiama Kingdom, saying he hasalso written to the Commissioner of Police, Bayelsa State Command, to make sure there is no such illegality in bayelsa state. “I do not know an…