Author: Akintayo Adams

Edin Terzic, Borussia Dortmund Manager, has revealed that his wards are not in the UEFA Champions League final to serve as stepping stone for Real Madrid to win the trophy. “We know they are by far the most successful team in this competition,” he said. “We have had only two defeats this season, but we also see we are ready to compete on the highest level. If you break it down to one game, then everything is possible. “They have a role as the favourites, but we weren’t favourites against Atletico or Paris [Saint-Germain] either. “If we are brave and…

Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel has listed conditions for ending the ongoing war in the Gaza strip. Netanyahu who didn’t mince words, in a statement released by his office, says their stance is yet to change, and the war would end if the Hamas military is destructed. He further spoke on freeing Israeli Hostages. “Israel’s conditions for ending the war have not changed: The destruction of Hamas military and governing capabilities, the freeing of all hostages and ensuring that Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel. “Under the proposal, Israel will continue to insist these conditions are met…

Marian Robinson, mother of Michelle Obama, former First Lady of the United States of America is dead. She gave up the ghost on Friday at 86. Michelle, who paid tribute to her mother described her as the steady backstop of the family. “My mom Marian Robinson was my rock, always there for whatever I needed. She was the same steady backstop for our entire family, and we are heartbroken to share she passed away today,” she tweeted. In a statement released by the family, the deceased was encouraging towards their daughter, Michelle, who “married a guy crazy enough to go…

Akintunde Sawyerr, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), has revealed that the Student Loan Scheme is totally open to students who are in the process of gaining admission to tertiary institutions. He made the disclosure while speaking with newsmen. “As long as you are in a federal institution or state institution or you want to join the institution the loan application is open to you. Clearly if you are in your final year and your fees have been paid, we can’t help you. We don’t go backward to provide loans to people who have already…

Nobel Laureate, Professor Olúwọlé Akinwande Osoyinka has made known his willingness to apply for the restoration of his permanent residency in the United States of America. This is coming in the wake of Former President Donald Trump’s conviction in a criminal hush-money trial. He was found guilty of each of the 34 charges of falsifying business records to hide a payment meant to silence porn star Stormy Daniels. Soyinka, in 2016, destroyed his US green card after Donald Trump was declared winner of the Presidential Election. However, the reverred Professor said he may apply for another. Get instant and latest…

Abba Kyari, the Nigerian policeman famed for his investigative skills has been released from detention. The suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police has been at Kuje Custodial Centre following his arrest on February 14, 2022, by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency for alleged involvement with an international drug cartel. Sunday Ubia, Bawa James, Simon Agirigba, and John Nuhu, members of the Police Intelligence Response Team were arraigned alongside Kyari, less than a month after their apprehension. A certain Chibunna Umeibe and Emeka Ezenwanne, suspected drug traffickers, were paraded alongside Kyari and his team at the Court on March 7, 2022.…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) have declared a nationwide strike beginning from Monday, June 3rd, 2024. Announcing the action, the Presidents of NLC and TUC, Joe Ajaero and Festus Osifo, stated that the government’s lack of seriousness in the negotiation meetings is so obvious that the labor unions have no option but to start a strike. A statement jointly signed by the duo said, “NLC and TUC express grave concern and disappointment over the Federal government’s failure to conclude and pass into Law a new National Minimum Wage Act reverse the vexatious hike in electricity…

Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr has stated that he would prefer winning the Champions League trophy over receiving the Ballon d’Or award. The Brazilian has become a leading candidate for the individual honor. Vinicius has scored 17 goals in his last 23 games, including two against Bayern Munich in the Champions League semi-final. When questioned if he would opt for a 1-0 victory against Dortmund, similar to two years ago against Liverpool, with him scoring the winning goal, Vinicius answered, “definitely.” “With a goal from anyone,” he added. “I’ve never thought about (winning the Ballon d’Or). “The best thing to…

Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali is glad to see Maduka Okoye return to the Super Eagles fold. The shot stopper who established himself as the Super Eagles first choice goalkeeper at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations said there is no rivalry between them. Okoye has been brought back to the team by head coach Finidi George following a standout first season at Serie A club Udinese. The ex-Watford goalkeeper’s return is expected to increase competition in the goalkeeping department. “There’s no debate. If Maduka can give what he’s giving Udinese to the country, then he should play,” Nwabali told…

The reinstated Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi, spoke about his reinstatement on Friday, stating that no one can question God’s actions. Emir Sanusi stated that people should understand that everything is predestined by God. During his sermon at the Friday prayers at the Kofar Kudu Central Mosque in Kano, Sanusi urged people to focus on Allah’s actions during both good and bad times. According to Sanusi: “Whoever believes that Allah alone gives everything must take the decision of Allah wholeheartedly. No one asks Allah’s reasons for anything. “We were told that whoever did not accept destiny is from Allah, his…