Kwara United technical adviser, Tunde Sanni, has expressed optimism the team will get a positive result against Abia Warriors. Sanni believed that his knowledge of the Umuahia-based club will give his team an edge in the game. DAILY POST recalls that Sanni worked as an assistant coach at Abia Warriors last season. Kwara United will square up with Abia Warriors at the Umuahia Township Stadium on Saturday(today). “This is my former home; I know the terrain, and we know ourselves,” Sanni stated in a pre-match interview. “This is an edge over Abia Warriors.” NPFL: Kwara United coach Sanni in positive…
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Captain Yusuf Gobir, Chairman of Kwara Aviation College, Ilorin, is dead. Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq who announced the development in a statement by his spokesman, Rafiu Ajakaye in Ilorin on Saturday, described the development as a personal loss. “We are sad to announce the death of the Ilorin Aviation College Chairman and Sarkin Gobir of Ilorin Emirate Captain Muhammad Ahmad Yusuf-Gobir. “We submit to the dictate of Allaah, who gives, nurtures, and takes life, and send our profound condolences to the people of Ilorin Emirate and especially the family of the revered title holder on this devastating development.” The governor commended…
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, recorded a spike in Lassa fever cases in week 39 of 2024, with Ondo and Edo states reporting nine new confirmed cases. The NCDC made this known on its official website, based on the latest Lassa Fever Situation Report. According to the agency, this marked an increase from four cases reported in the previous week, raising the total number of infections and deaths in the year to alarming levels. It revealed that the country was witnessing a surge in Lassa fever cases, with the total number of infections in 2024 rising…
PariPesa, a leading name in the betting and gaming industry since its establishment in 2019, has taken a major step forward by welcoming Nigerian football icon Obafemi Martins as its new brand ambassador. The company’s exciting announcement revealed its vision to inspire and engage fans through this high-profile partnership. A Legend Joins the Team Obafemi Martins, known for his blazing speed and stunning goals, has had an illustrious football career. He’s played for some of the world’s top clubs, including Inter Milan, Newcastle United, and Wolfsburg, leaving a lasting legacy across Europe and the world. His success also extends to…
Kano Pillars have denied owing their head coach, Usman Abdallah three months salary. A radio station in Kano recently reported that Abdallah has not received his stipend for the past three months. The Sai Masu Gida have now released a statement debunking the allegation. “For clarity, Usman Abdallah was officially appointed as the Technical Adviser of Kano Pillars on August 6, 2024. As we are currently in the second week of October, it is clear that he has only been with the club for two months,” the club stated. “The radio station’s claim of a three-month delay in salary payments…
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong has warned Austin Eguavoen’s side against complacency following their 1-0 victory over Libya’s Mediterranean Knights in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifier on Friday evening in Uyo. A late goal from Fisayo Dele-Bashiru gave the Super Eagles all three points against Libya. The result means Nigeria now top group Group D with seven points after three matches. The Super Eagles are ahead of Benin Republic, Rwanda and Libya in the group. Eguavoen’s men will face Libya again in the reverse fixture on Tuesday in Benghazi. Speaking at the post-match press conference after Nigeria…
Traders from the northern part of the country plying the old Ogbomoso-Oyo road have resorted to selling off their goods such as livestocks and perishables at low prices due to the deplorable condition of the road, DAILY POST reports. Our correspondent learnt that many lives have been lost as a result of the deplorable condition of the old road. DAILY POST reports that many travellers and indigenes of Ogbnomso have made several appeals to the Federal Government to complete the new Ibadan-Oyo-Ogbnomso-Ilorin expressway. Our correspondent learnt that many passengers are still plying the old road due to the non-completion of…
The Super Falcons of Nigeria will host Algeria in a two-legged friendly this month, DAILY POST reports. The friendlies will hold on Saturday, October 26 and Tuesday, October 29. According to Nigeria Football, the friendlies will be prosecuted by local players. The two countries will use the friendlies as part of their preparations for the 2024 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations. The matches will give Super Falcons caretaker coach Justin Madugu the opportunity to assess his squad ahead of subsequent engagements. The venue for the friendly matches is yet to be announced, with final details expected to be confirmed soon.…
A former Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, House of Representatives candidate for Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency of Kogi State, Austin Okai, on Saturday called on law enforcement agencies and traditional rulers in Igala land to address the rising tide of ritual killings and human trafficking in the area. Recent reports indicate a rise in cases of ritual killings in the area, with dead bodies exhumed from burial grounds and women brutally murdered and their body parts removed for sinister purposes. Okai said the alarming situation, which is particularly prevalent in Dekina LGA of the state, raises urgent concerns about the safety and…
Rangers forward, Nenrot Silas believes his team has all its takes to secure the maximum points in Ijebu-Ode. The Flying Antelopes will take on Sunshine Stars at the Otunba Dipo Dina Stadium on Saturday (today). Silas said with a collective effort the team can record a victory in the game. He also expressed his desire to help Rangers secure a continental ticket next season. “I want to help Rangers return back to the continent or possibly retain the Nigeria Premier Football League title next season,” Silas told Rangers media. “I’m looking forward to the game against Sunshine Stars because it’s…