Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca, has spoken about the battle for the right-spot berth in his team between captain Reece James and Malo Gusto. Maresca has been able to call on Gusto since he arrived at Stamford Bridge, with James out due to suspension and injuries. But James returned to full training this week ahead of their Premier League trip to Liverpool. Maresca told reporters on Friday: “It [choosing between James and Gusto] is difficult but it’s nice, but I know the one I’m going to choose is going to do well. “I’m very happy with Malo. He’s giving us many…
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A 43-year-old Realtor, Olumade Owoseni, on Friday appeared before an Ikeja Magistrates’ Court, in a N19 million alleged fraud case. Owoseni, whose address was not provided, is facing a three-count charge of conspiracy, obtaining by false pretenses and stealing, to which he pleaded not guilty. The Prosecutor, Insp John Iberedem, told the court that the defendant committed the offences in March 2020 at Gracemade Homes and Property in Ketu area of Lagos. Iberedem alleged that the defendant collected the N19 million from the complainant, Mrs Ifeoluwa Bello, for seven plots of land, but failed to provide it. “The complainant, a…
Barcelona sporting director, Deco, has said that Lionel Messi had a better environment to flourish at Camp Nou compared to fast-rising youngster, Lamine Yamal. Yamal’s last season’s explosion at Camp Nou has ignited comparisons with Messi. At just 17-year-old, Yamal finished last campaign with seven goals and nine assists from 50 games for the Catalans. He was chosen to represent Spain at Euro 2024 and adjudged the Young Player of the tournament. Yamal is now being hailed as Lionel Messi’s heir at Camp Nou. Speaking to RAC 1 Radio, Deco said, “Leo was a slightly more explosive player at the…
Actress Halima Abubakar has been suspended by Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, over what it described as professional misconduct. The AGN said Abubakar’s “involvement in slandering Nollywood” was uncovered after two years of secret investigation. Announcing her suspension in a statement on Friday, the Guild stated that other female members on the watch-list, especially over the recent release of names of persons purported to have had dealings with the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, are being investigated by the secret panel. The Guild said it found the actress “guilty of spreading false information about fellow colleagues, associates, and patrons, including allegations…
The Kogi State Independent Electoral Commission, (KOSIEC) has commenced the sorting and distribution of sensitive materials ahead of Saturday’s local government election in the state. DAILY POST gathered that observers, security personnel from the Nigeria Police Force, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, (NSCDC), Department of State Services, (DSS) and local vigilante are on ground for the exercise. The electoral body started the sorting and distribution of sensitive materials as early as 8:00 am on Friday. In a chat with journalists, the Chairman of KOSIEC, Mamman Eri promised to conduct a transparent, free and credible election. Eri pointed out that…
The management of the Abuja National Mosque has appointed Professor Iliyasu Usman as the first-ever Igbo Muslim to serve as an Imam at the mosque. Usman is set to deliver his inaugural khutbah (sermon) on Friday, today, during Jumm’at prayer, marking a significant moment for the Muslim community in Nigeria. This appointment has been celebrated widely, especially among the South East Muslim Organisation of Nigeria, SEMON, which views it as a testament to Usman’s commitment to Islamic scholarship and leadership. In a statement, SEMON praised the inclusiveness of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, under the guidance of…
The Nigerian Army says its troops of 6 Brigade have arrested three individuals suspected to be collaborating with terrorist elements in Taraba. Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Captain Olubodunde Oni, revealed this in a statement on Friday. Oni said that the operation, which was carried out with precision and intelligence, took place on October 15, at Landey Jessy village in Lau Local Government in Taraba State. “The success was achieved by acting on intelligence reports of some bandits in Kona Range of Mountains, which cut across Jalingo and Lau Local Government,” he said. According to him, troops of 6…
In celebration of the United Nations World Food Day, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, made a compelling call for action on food security at the Lagos Farm Fair, held at the Police College, Ikeja. The event, themed “Right to Foods for a Better Life and a Better Future,” underscored the significance of agriculture and smallholder farmers in driving sustainable development and ensuring access to nutritious food for all Nigerians. “Lagos is committed to transforming agriculture, and events like the Lagos Farm Fair provide a platform to strengthen our farmers while ensuring access to nutritious food for everyone,” Governor Sanwo-Olu stated…
Manchester United captain, Bruno Fernandes, has received a jersey from former teammate Scott McTominay. The Red Devils’ skipper heaped praise on the Scotland international after the Napoli midfielder gifted him the jersey of the Scotsman’s new club McTominay left Old Trafford last summer, ending a 22-year association with the Red Devils. He joined Napoli in a deal worth around £25.4 million. Portugal travelled to Glasgow this week and played out a 0-0 draw with Scotland in the UEFA Nations League with McTominay and Bruno reuniting. After the match, McTominay presented his Napoli shirt to his former teammate at Old Trafford…
A building comprising four rooms and 23 shops has been gutted by fire in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital. The incident occurred on Thursday, along Onimamayin Street, in the Agbo-Oba Taiwo Oke area of Ilorin metropolis. A statement by the spokesman of the state Fire Service, Hassan Adekunle disclosed that the quick response of firefighters saved the building from total destruction. “Only nine shops were affected by the inferno. Unfortunately, a provision store and several industrial sewing machines were lost in the incident. “Preliminary investigations revealed that the fire was caused by a power surge,” the statement added. Director of…