Nigeria goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye has said he is happy with the chance to train with former Arsenal and Barcelona star, Alexis Sanchez. Sanchez rejoined Serie A club, Udinese for a second stint this summer. The Chilean signed a two-year contract with the Zebras. The winger first played for Udinese between 2007 and 2011. Okoye said having Sanchez as a teammate is unbelievable. “I remember when he walked into the changing room the first time, I was sitting on my chair, I sat right at the beginning,” Okoye told Siempre Inter. “So I looked up, stood right up and shook his…
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The Amavubi of Rwanda have intensified preparations ahead of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday two encounter against the Super Eagles of Nigeria. Torsten Spittler’s side had an intensive training session at the Amahoro Stadium, Kigali on Sunday. They will host the Super Eagles at the renovated ground on Sunday. It will be the first competitive game at the magnificent edifice since it was renovated. The Super Eagles will have a feel of the turf on Monday. Rwanda held the Mediterranean Knights of Libya to a 1-1 draw in their first game in the qualifiers. AFCON 2025 Qualifier:…
Right activist, Israel Joe has urged the Delta government to work out modalities to reduce the crime rate in the state, warning that the rate of internet fraud, armed robbery, kidnapping and other crimes have increased in society, especially in Delta. Israel Joe in a chat with our Correspondent in Warri said the increase in crime rate is ”nothing but the consequences of cumulative youth abandonment for years.” “The government and society left young people unattended. Unemployment and frustration have increased in society. He warned that the government must continuously innovate ideas to engage youths to reduce the crime rate…
Benin Republic coach, Gernot Rohr, has insisted that his team missed Mohamed Tijani during their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifying 3-0 defeat to Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Saturday. A brace from Ademola Lookman and a strike from Victor Osimhen ensured the Super Eagles defeated Benin at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Speaking at his post-match interview, Rohr said Tijani, who was very important in his team, was injured. “We didn’t have the same defence. We missed Mohamed Tijani who is a very important player, he was injured,” the German tactician said. “We don’t have so many big…
The Confederation of African Football, CAF has lavished praise on Victor Osimhen following his impressive display in Nigeria’s win over Benin Republic on Saturday. Osimhen was among the goal scorers as the Super Eagles defeated the Cheetahs of Benin Republic 3-0 in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday one encounter in Uyo. The 25-year-old took the place of Victor Boniface in the 72nd minute. The forward then scored Nigeria’s second goal six minutes later. Osimhen slammed the ball into the net after he was set up by Wilfred Ndidi. CAF took to social media to celebrate the powerful…
As part of efforts to alleviate the suffering of flood victims in Bauchi State, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Ali-Pate has launched a free medical outreach programme offering critical healthcare services to thousands of Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs. DAILY POST reports that flooding caused by heavy rainfall left many homeless and several properties destroyed particularly in Bauchi North Senatorial district. Speaking at the temporary Internally Displaced Persons, IDP camp in Azare, the Katagum LGA headquarters on Sunday, the Minister commended the dedication and professionalism of the medical team attending to the victims. “The people are…
Interim assistant coach of the Super Eagles, Fidelis Ilechukwu, has described Austin Eguavoen as one of the best things to happen to Nigeria at the moment. Ilechukwu spoke after Eguavoen led Nigeria to beat Benin Republic 3-0 in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifier on Saturday. Eguavoen was appointed as interim coach after the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, failed to appoint Bruno Labbadia as Super Eagles coach. Speaking to 54footballx, Ilechukwu applauded Eguavoen for helping the Super Eagles to get a victory over Benin. “We will make sure we support Austin Eguavoen because he is very open. He…
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, reportedly ended his interest in signing Victor Osimhen from Napoli, after his public spat with former Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George. Top football blogger, TeamNewsAndTix, made this claim on his Patreon channel. According to him, Arteta was concerned about not only Osimhen’s attitude but his high wage demands. The Gunners boss eventually decided against signing the Nigerian striker, after he took to Instagram to query Finidi, who was the national team coach at the time. Osimhen launched an explosive tirade at Finidi on social media, following fake news that the coach had said he would…
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has expressed sadness over the petrol tanker explosion that occurred in Agaie Local Government Area, leading to the loss of lives and property. The Governor in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, said he is pained by the unfortunate incident and the colossal loss incurred. He explained that the State Government through the Niger State Emergency Management Agency, NSEMA and other relevant organisations have been mobilised to the scene of the accident for rescue operations and other necessary actions. Bago also called for calm by the residents of the affected…
The Benue State Universal Basic Education Board, SUBEB, has taken its Enrollment Drive Campaign to Benue Zone A, held at Vandeikya LGA on Friday, following successful launches in Makurdi for Zone B and in Otukpo for Zone C. This Campaign aims to boost enrollment rates and to sensitize key education stakeholders on the government’s commitment to ensuring access to quality education for all children of school age. The Executive Chairman SUBEB, Dr Grace Adagba lauded the Executive Governor, Benue State, Dr.Hyacinth Alia, for prioritizing education in his administration. Dr.Adagba who was represented by the Board Secretary Dr Joseph Jande, commended…