Author: Akintayo Adams

Nottingham Forest pulled off a historic victory at Anfield, defeating Liverpool 1-0 and securing their first win at the iconic stadium since 1969. A brilliant strike from Callum Hudson-Odoi handed Liverpool manager Arne Slot his first defeat in charge and continued Forest’s strong start to the season. Liverpool struggled to find their rhythm, with Forest’s disciplined defensive display limiting their attacking options. Àlex Moreno successfully kept Mohamed Salah in check, while Ryan Yates clashed intensely with Alexis Mac Allister in midfield. Despite Luis Díaz hitting the post in the first half and a scare caused by a goalkeeper error from…

Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has issued a stern warning ahead of the upcoming governorship election, describing it as a “do-or-die affair.” Speaking at a PDP rally in the Ekemwan area, Obaseki cautioned that any electoral malpractice by the opposition would lead to serious consequences, signaling the intensity of the political atmosphere in the state. The governor criticized the previous administration, accusing it of disrespecting the people and supporting immoral activities. He highlighted improvements in job creation, pensioner welfare, and safety during his tenure, urging the people to vote for the PDP in the election set for Saturday, September 21.…

Manchester United secured a much-needed victory, easing pressure on manager Erik ten Hag, as Southampton continued their Premier League struggles with a fourth consecutive defeat. United, coming off losses to Brighton and Liverpool, faced an early scare when Diogo Dalot fouled Southampton’s 18-year-old winger Tyler Dibling in the penalty box. However, Andre Onana saved Cameron Archer’s penalty, and United capitalized shortly after. Matthijs de Ligt headed in Bruno Fernandes’ superb cross, marking his first goal for the club since joining from Bayern Munich. Marcus Rashford doubled the lead with a brilliant strike, ending his goal drought with a well-placed shot…

The Hausa community of the Alubarika Rice Farmers Cluster in Magboro, Ogun State, has denied claims that the Ogun State government has not supported their rice farming efforts. They clarified that the government’s assistance has been crucial to their success. Speaking to journalists, the leader of the Hausa rice farmers, Zabarmawa, originally from Kebbi State, emphasized that a recent report misquoted him, stating that the government hijacked the credit for their work. He explained that the state government had consistently supported the farmers by covering 50% of the costs for tractors, fertilizers, and other necessary farming materials, with the farmers…

Several students from the University of Benin (UNIBEN) have been reported trapped after a storey building collapsed on Ekhator Street, Ekosodin, a popular area for student accommodation. The building collapsed following a heavy downpour on Saturday morning in Benin City, Edo State. According to Sahara Reporters, a university rescue team has managed to rescue some trapped students, with several suffering severe injuries and being rushed to the hospital. Rescue efforts are still ongoing as one student remains trapped inside the rubble, with reports indicating that the victim has been in contact, pleading for help. The Dean of Students is on-site,…

The management of Shooting Stars has called on fans to rally behind the team ahead of their matchday two fixture against Plateau United at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba. Chairman Hon. Babatunde Olaniyan, also known as Akoro, urged supporters to come out in large numbers to cheer the team to victory. Akoro praised the fans for their unwavering support last season, which contributed significantly to the team’s performance, and emphasized the need for continued backing this season. He noted that their passionate support had earned them the title of “Best Fans of the Season,” a recognition well deserved. “We…

A Nigerian man has sparked widespread discussion on social media after being sent out of church on his wedding day because of his beard. The viral post, shared on TikTok, showed the man sitting in a car with his best man, explaining that the pastor refused to officiate the wedding unless he shaved his beard. The location of the church wasn’t revealed, but a video showed the groom getting his beard trimmed by the roadside before being allowed to return to the ceremony. The incident has triggered a flurry of reactions online, with many expressing their views on whether the…

Recent reports suggest that Hamza bin Laden, the son of Osama bin Laden, is alive and actively leading al-Qaeda. Previously believed to have been killed in 2019, Hamza, now 34, is reportedly based in Jalalabad, a notorious terrorist hub in Afghanistan. According to the UK Mirror, intelligence indicates that he, along with his brother Abdullah, has formed a militant dynasty, furthering their father’s legacy of terrorism. Hamza is believed to be commanding al-Qaeda and running training camps in Afghanistan, where fighters and suicide bombers are being prepared for attacks on Western targets. These camps are reportedly linked to other global…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has responded to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)’s complaints regarding Anugbum Onuoha’s role as the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Edo State. Wike expressed surprise that the party leadership raised concerns only days before the election, emphasizing that Onuoha, his first cousin, has been serving in the position for over a year. The PDP’s Edo State Chairman, Tony Aziegbemi, had requested that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) redeploy Onuoha due to his connection with Wike, citing concerns about the REC’s ability to conduct a free and fair election. Onuoha…

The Presidential Committee on the Sale of Crude Oil and Refined Products has confirmed that the Dangote Refinery will initially sell Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, exclusively to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). Zacch Adedeji, Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service and a committee member, made this announcement on Friday in Abuja, stating that the loading of the first batch of petrol from the refinery will commence on Sunday, September 15, 2024. He added that starting October 1, 2024, the NNPC will begin supplying crude oil to the Dangote Refinery, which will be paid…