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Real Reasons Lookman, Iwobi, Others Out Of Eagles Friendlies
Some key Super Eagles players including Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Alex Iwobi, and Calvin Bassey asked to be left out of Nigeria’s upcoming friendly matches for personal reasons. The Super Eagles are scheduled to play against Ghana in London for the Unity Cup, and will also face either Jamaica or Trinidad & Tobago. After that, they will travel to Moscow to take on Russia for the first time ever on June 6. Sources say Osimhen and Lookman are skipping the games to focus on their club futures. Osimhen's loan with Galatasaray ends soon, and he's expected to leave Napoli permanently. Lookman,
D’Tigress In Homecoming Abuja Tournament With Togo, Others
The Nigerian national women’s team, D’Tigress, and the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) are gearing up for what will be one of the best basketball events held in Nigeria. For the first time, the multiple award-winning D’Tigress will play on national soil after winning five back-to-back Afrobasket championships spearheaded by Nigerian WNBA Coach Rena Wakama. The African champions will take on highrising Togo and a yet-to-benamed team in Abuja from July 18 to 20, 2025. The current team is huge and seen as a bumper-pack Nigerian women’s team with 6 WNBA players as the team prepares to defend the title again.
Modric To Leave Real After Club World Cup
Real Madrid captain Luka Modric has revealed he will leave the Spanish giants after the end of their Fifa Club World Cup campaign this summer. The 39-year-old Croatia midfielder, the 2018 Ballon d'Or winner, will play his last match at Real's Bernabeu home when they welcome Real Sociedad tomorrow in their final La Liga game of the season. "The moment has arrived. The moment I never wanted to come, but that's football, and in life, everything has a beginning and an end," Modric said on Instagram yesterday. He has won 28 trophies, including six Champions Leagues and four domestic titles,
Mad Rush For Osimhen As Napoli Confirm Interest From Eight Clubs
Victor Osimhen is currently one of the most sought-after players in world football, with Napoli confirming that eight different clubs are trying to sign the Nigerian striker this summer. Osimhen, who has been on loan at Galatasaray, is set to return to Napoli at the end of the season. His future remains uncertain, but one thing is clear many clubs want him. According to reports in Turkish media, a Napoli official said Osimhen’s performances in Turkey were outstanding and drew attention from several clubs. “He had a fantastic season and made a strong impression in the Turkish league,” said the
NSF: Track And Field Events Begin Today
The Athletics events at the ongoing National Sports Festival in Abeokuta, Ogun State, will begin today. The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) members were seen making final preparations for the event. Competitions will take place at the newly refurbished tartan track of the MKO Stadium Arena and will include both field events and sprints over three days. The swimming event, which has the highest number of medals available, is attracting the largest crowd of spectators. Meanwhile, Delta State is currently leading the medals table in the shooting event at the National Sports Festival, with two gold medals. It is followed
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Dangote Group, Niger Govt, Forge Multi-Billion Naira Agric Partnership
In a significant move to accelerate the growth of commercial agriculture in Nigeria, the Dangote Group and the Niger State Government have announced a landmark partnership worth billions of naira. The initiative is aimed at
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Prince Adewole Adebayo, the presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the 2023 general elections, has revealed that former Labour Party flagbearer, Peter Obi, is engaged in serious
Former presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, has firmly stated that he will not step down for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar in the lead-up
The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Labour Party has mandated the Esther Nenadi Usman-led National Caretaker Committee (NCC) to conduct an inclusive and expansive national convention within three months.
The Benue State Caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the National Assembly on Wednesday endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as its sole candidate for the 2027 presidential election.
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Chief Nnanna Ukaegbu, has praised Senator Orji Uzor Kalu for his tireless efforts in mobilising support for the re-election
Stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) South- East zone, have dissociated themselves from the meeting of some party faithfuls held in Enugu describing it as illegitimate. The party stalwarts
Excited by the endorsement of President Bola Tinubu by the three senators from Osun, a leading gubernatorial aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the state,
Collins Eselemo is a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In this interview monitored on Arise Television, he speaks on the recent defection of Delta State governor, Sheriff Oborevwori,
Mass defections to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is not new in Nigeria’s political history; and it may not likely lead to a one-party state as the nation has
The Osun state Senators Caucus of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Tuesday declared support and endorsement of President Bola Tinubu as its preferred candidate for the 2027 presidential election.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State is grappling with internal discord following allegations by party elders and youths accusing Governor Biodun Oyebanji of orchestrating an early endorsement for
Former Governor of Kaduna State and a leading figure in the political coalition gearing up for the 2027 presidential election, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, has declared that the coalition will not
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60-Year-Old Motorcyclist Swept Away By Flood In Lagos, Found Dead In Ogun River
The body of a 60-year-old motorcycle operator, Wa siu Babatunde Adeniran, who was swept away by floodwaters during a heavy downpour in Lagos earlier this week, has been found in neighbouring Ogun State. The Lagos
Small Doctor Laments Drug Use Among Youth
Afrobeats singer, Small Doctor, has expressed deep concern over the effects of drug abuse on Nigerian youths. Small Doctor recounted a recent visit to his childhood neighbourhood, which left him
Korra Obidi Calls Out Her Ex-Husband For Cutting Daughter’s Hair
Popular dancer, Korra Obidi, has called out her ex-husband, Justin Dean, for cutting their daughter’s hair without her consent, amid ongoing parenting disputes. New Telegraph recalls that Korra Obidi and
Mr Macaroni Blasts Police Over Stray Bullet Incident In Ibadan
Nigerian skit maker and actor, Adebowale Adedayo, better known as Mr Macaroni, has slammed the Nigerian Police over the sudden death of a Secondary School student who was shot dead
I’m 36 and a Mum – Doyin Opens Up
Big Brother Naija(BBNaija) reality TV star and influencer, Doyin David, has opened up on her age as she reveals that she has a child. She made this known in a
Justin Bieber Recounts ‘Huge Fight’ With Wife Hailey
Popular American singer Justin Bieber has recounted a “huge fight” with his wife, Hailey Bieber. New Telegraph gathered that the Hollywood power couple covered the latest edition of Vogue Magazine.
Omashola Oburoh, Wife Welcome Second Child
Big Brother Naija (BBNaija), realityTv star, Omashola Oburoh, and his wife, Britnee Malin, have thrilled fans with the arrival of their second child. New Telegraph reports that the couple welcomed
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Real Reasons Lookman, Iwobi, Others Out Of Eagles Friendlies
Some key Super Eagles players including Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Alex Iwobi, and Calvin Bassey asked to be left out of Nigeria’s upcoming friendly matches for personal reasons. The Super Eagles are scheduled to play against
