Former Everton striker Landon Donovan has hit out at Lionel Messi for walking straight down the tunnel instead of acknowledging the Inter Miami fans following their recent 3-2 defeat to Atlanta United. The incident occurred during Inter Miami’s MLS Cup Eastern Conference Playoffs tie with Atlanta at the Chase Stadium last weekend. Messi was visibly frustrated following their defeat as he failed to congratulate the opponents after the game. The Argentina captain didn’t also thank the Inter Miami supporters for their support as he stormed down the tunnel in anger. Donovan, who was not pleased with Messi’s behaviour, said on…
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The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has commiserated with Stanley Nwabali following the demise of his father. The Super Eagles first-choice goalkeeper lost his father on Friday morning. Nwabali announced the sad news on social media. “The death of a parent is always a thing of deep sorrow and sadness. However, we want Stanley to take heart in the fruitful and fulfilled life that his father lived, and we pray that the Almighty will grant him eternal rest and also grant Stanley and other members of the family the fortitude to bear the big loss,” NFF president Mohammed Sanusi said in…
Ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in Ondo State, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has reiterated its commitment to ensuring a free, fair and credible election. Babawale Afolabi, National Public Relations Officer of NSCDC in Abuja, said in a statement on Friday that NSCDC Deputy Commandant General, Operations, Philip Ayuba, attended a strategic meeting with the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Force Criminal Investigation Department, Force-CID, who also doubles as DIG Election Security, Sylvester Alabi. According to Ayuba, the Commandant General of NSCDC, Ahmed Abubakar Audi, has given a direct order that all officers must be apolitical and…
The Vice Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, NAU, Awka, Anambra State, Prof Bernard Odoh, has urged members of the institution to join him to move the university forward. The university has been embroiled in crisis for months over the position of vice-chancellor. Odoh, a professor of Applied Geophysics from the university was about a month ago appointed as the vice chancellor after a rigorous interview by the governing council. There had been protests about his appointment, with some members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, questioning his educational qualifications and ascension to the cadre of a Professor. But…
Heartland are battle ready to face Kano Pillars at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano, this weekend. DAILY POST reports that the NPFL approved the return of Kano Pillars to their original home venue following the completion of renovation works at the ground. Pillars previously played their home matches at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium in Katsina. Heartland expressed their determination to achieve victory in the game despite the new development. “Though the venue has been changed from Katsina to Kano, the objective still remains the same to go all out for the three points on Sai Masu Gida territory,” Heartland media…
Nigerian singer, Daniel Anidugbe, popularly known as Kizz Daniel, has said he’s now open to collaborating with his colleagues. The ‘Buga’ crooner stated that he’s tired of making hit songs all by himself. According to him, it feels selfish dropping hits alone. On his X handle, Kizz Daniel wrote, “Na collaboration I dey do now, I don taya to dey drop hit all by myself. [It] feels selfish IDK.” Kizz Daniel recently collaborated with Adekunle Gold on his latest song ‘Pano Tona’. Earlier this year, he featured Davido on the remix of his hit song, ‘Twe Twe.’ ‘It feels selfish…
Miss South Africa 2024 winner, Mia le Roux, has pulled out of the ongoing Miss Universe competition. DAILY POST reports that the finale of the global contest will take place on Saturday, 16 November, in Mexico. Announcing the development in a statement issued on Friday morning, Miss South Africa organizations cited health concerns. “I am profoundly thankful for the unwavering support from SA during my time at Miss Universe. Making this decision has been incredibly challenging, knowing the dreams and hopes that have been placed on me. “However, I’m deeply grateful to have the opportunity to focus on my health…
Bundesliga champions, Bayer Leverkusen have congratulated Victor Boniface and the Super Eagles for booking a spot at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals. The three-time African champions sealed a place at the competition on Thursday. Leverkusen celebrated the Super Eagles and their forward through a short message on the social media. “Congratulations to @NGSuperEagles and @boniface_jrn on qualifying for #AFCON2025! ,” Die Werkself wrote on X. The Super Eagles will face the Amavubi of Rwanda in their final qualifying game next Monday. The encounter will hold at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. AFCON 2025Q: Bayer Leverkusen congratulate, Boniface…
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has approved Kano Pillars’ return to the Sani Abacha Stadium. The four-time NPFL champions will host matches at the Sani Abacha Stadium for the first time this season following the completion of renovation works at the ground. The Sai Masu Gida temporarily played their home games at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Katsina. Usman Abdallah’s side will host Heartland in a matchday 12 encounter at home on Sunday. Kano Pillars defeated Bendel Insurance 1-0 away last week. Heartland on the other hand are unbeaten in their last three games. NPFL approves Kano Pillars’ return to…
A man in his early thirties, identified as Mr Onyiuke Nwedeogu, allegedly set himself ablaze in the early hours of Sunday after a minor altercation with his wife. The late Onyiuke also set the family house on fire, where his wife, Mrs Felicia Nwedeogu, and their three daughters lived. The tragic incident occurred at Ndiechi Igbeagu in Izzi Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. According to an eyewitness, who requested anonymity, the conflict began on Sunday morning when Onyiuke had a minor altercation with his wife, leading him to beat her. Afterward, he gathered all his clothes and placed them…