CAF Hails Gianni Infantino’s 10-Year Impact as FIFA President
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has commended Gianni Infantino for his remarkable 10-year tenure as FIFA President, recognizing his contribution to the growth of football globally and within Africa. In an official statement on the CAF website, President Patrice Motsepe praised Infantino’s leadership and commitment to advancing football worldwide. “African football and world football […]
Indian Court Acquits Arvind Kejriwal in Landmark Corruption Case
In a significant legal development, an Indian court has acquitted former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in a long-running corruption case. Kejriwal, who led the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), had previously described the investigation as a “political conspiracy” orchestrated by the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The 57-year-old politician, who spent several months in jail […]
Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri Defects to APC With Entire PDP Leadership
In a major political development, Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement, made in a statewide broadcast on Friday, revealed that the governor’s entire cabinet and PDP officials across the state have also joined APC. Governor Fintiri explained […]
Arsenal Tops Premier League Rivals in Race for Atalanta Star Honest Ahanor
Arsenal are reportedly leading the pursuit of Nigerian-born Italian defender Honest Ahanor, with the Gunners considering a £30m summer bid for the 18-year-old centre-back. The north London club face stiff competition from Manchester City, Chelsea, Manchester United, Tottenham, Newcastle, and Spanish giants Atletico Madrid, all keen on one of Europe’s most promising teenage defenders. Arsenal […]
Ngozi Okobi Unfazed by Criticism as She Returns to Super Falcons
Super Falcons midfielder Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene has expressed joy at her return to Nigeria’s women’s senior national team after nearly three years away, dismissing social media criticism about her recall. Okobi-Okeoghene, who missed the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, has returned in time for the pre-WAFCON 2026 friendlies against Cameroon. The […]
Al-Ahli Set to Offer Paul Onuachu Triple Salary to Join Saudi Pro League
Saudi Pro League giants Al-Ahli are reportedly planning a major move for Nigerian striker Paul Onuachu, aiming to triple his current wages in a bid to secure his transfer from Trabzonspor. According to Turkish sports outlet Sabah Spor, Onuachu has become a key target for Al-Ahli as they seek a replacement for Ivan Toney, who […]
Lagos Human Rights Group Calls for Release of Jailed Tanker Drivers
The Human Rights Monitoring Agenda (HURMA) has called on the Office of the Inspector General of Police and the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Moshood Jimoh, to release four petroleum tanker drivers detained at the Kirikiri Maximum Correctional Centre. The appeal followed a protest at the Ejigbo NNPC Depot on Tuesday, led by HURMA’s Director, […]
Congress to Question Bill Clinton Over Jeffrey Epstein Connections
Former US President Bill Clinton is set to face a Congressional panel on Friday regarding his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, as Democrats aim to highlight Donald Trump’s connections to Epstein. Clinton appears frequently in newly released Epstein investigation files, though he insists all ties ended well before Epstein’s 2008 conviction for sex […]
Meta Files Lawsuits Over Celebrity Deepfake Scams in Brazil and China
US tech giant Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has launched lawsuits against multiple individuals and companies in Brazil and China for using deepfake technology to run fraudulent advertisements. According to Meta, criminals are increasingly using AI to create highly realistic voice and video copies of celebrities to promote scam investments. These […]
Pakistan Bombs Kabul, Declares “Open War” on Afghanistan
Pakistan escalated tensions with Afghanistan on February 27, 2026, launching air strikes on major Afghan cities, including the capital, Kabul. Islamabad’s Defence Minister announced that the two neighbours are now at “open war” following months of tit-for-tat clashes along the border. AFP journalists in Kabul and Kandahar reported hearing loud blasts and fighter jets overhead […]