Peter Olayinka Celebrates First APOEL Goal in Derby Triumph
Super Eagles forward Peter Olayinka has described his first goal for APOEL Nicosia as a special and memorable moment after firing the winner in a tense 1-0 victory over arch-rivals Omonia Nicosia in the Cypriot top-flight. Olayinka made an instant impact in the heated Nicosia derby, scoring in the 81st minute just 10 minutes after […]
UEFA Suspends Benfica’s Prestianni Over Alleged Racist Abuse of Vinicius Jr
UEFA has provisionally suspended Gianluca Prestianni, midfielder for SL Benfica, following allegations of racist abuse directed at Vinícius Júnior during a UEFA Champions League knock-out play-off against Real Madrid CF. The decision, announced Monday by UEFA, means Prestianni will miss Benfica’s crucial second-leg clash with the Spanish giants. The suspension follows an interim report submitted […]
EPL: Super-Sub Sesko Fires Manchester United to Vital Win at Everton
Benjamin Sesko came off the bench to score the decisive goal as Manchester United defeated Everton 1-0, boosting their UEFA Champions League qualification hopes and climbing to fourth in the Premier League table.The victory extends the unbeaten start of interim manager Michael Carrick, who has steadied the Red Devils since taking charge. United are now […]
Truck Kills LASTMA Officer, Two Okada Riders at Badagry Roundabout in Lagos
A tragic road accident in Lagos has left a Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) officer and two commercial motorcyclists dead after a cement-laden truck reportedly lost control at the busy Badagry Roundabout. The fatal crash occurred at about 9:45 a.m. on Monday, throwing the Badagry axis into confusion and causing heavy traffic congestion. According […]
Bandits Kill Two Soldiers, Abduct Three in Bauchi Attack on JTF Base
A fresh wave of violence has rocked Bauchi State after armed bandits attacked a Joint Task Force (JTF) base in Gwana community, Gwana District of Alkaleri Local Government Area, killing two soldiers and a local vigilante member while abducting three residents. The Bauchi State Police Command confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Monday […]
NAPTIP, UK Spotlight Nigerian Trafficking Survivors Rescued from Southeast Asia Scam Centres
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has partnered with the British High Commission to amplify the voices of Nigerian survivors trafficked into cyber-enabled scam centres in Southeast Asia. At a survivor-focused event in Abuja titled “Confronting the Global Scam Centre Crisis: Perspectives of Nigerian Survivors,” both governments described human trafficking […]
Expert Urges Decentralised Cinemas and Cheaper Tickets to Boost Nollywood
Lagos, Nigeria – Yinka Ade-Aluko, Founder of Doodle-Film Hub, has called for decentralised cinema infrastructure and lower ticket prices to unlock Nigeria’s film industry potential.Speaking on the FilmOne 2025 Box Office Year Book, Ade-Aluko said Nollywood’s global acclaim for creativity and output is undermined by a cinema model that is expensive, narrow, and urban-focused. “The […]
Etinosa Idemudia Urges Entertainers to Be Cautious of Suspicious Offers
Actress Etinosa Idemudia has called on entertainers to exercise caution when approached with unfamiliar offers in the entertainment industry, emphasizing that vigilance and due diligence are vital to prevent exploitation and abuse. In an interview with Saturday Beats, Etinosa noted that the industry provides opportunities, but young professionals must navigate it carefully. “Anyone pursuing opportunities […]
Inimfon Iniama Expands Afro-Fusion Dance Influence on UK Stages
Nigerian dance artist Inimfon Iniama is steadily building a strong reputation across the United Kingdom’s performance circuit, using Afro-fusion dance to bridge cultures and captivate diverse audiences. With a foundation rooted in African movement traditions and contemporary performance styles, she continues to expand her creative reach beyond borders. A graduate of Theatre and Media Studies […]
EPL: Arteta Tells Arsenal Players to Embrace Pressure or Leave
Arsenal F.C. manager Mikel Arteta has sent a strong message to his squad amid the intensifying Premier League title race, warning that anyone unable to cope with the pressure should “be part of a different club.” The Gunners are currently two points clear at the top of the EPL table as they chase their first […]