Author: Rashaad Harris

On Monday, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, the Ooni of Ife, called for reforms and a stop to human trafficking, particularly of young girls. At a press conference announcing the #SayNoToSlavery campaign led by human trafficking survivor Damilola Falomo, Ogunwusi made this statement.He said: “Over the years, I have taken it upon myself to fight this scourge to a standstill, and through the Queen Moremi Ajasoro Initiative, see to the overall growth, well-being, and development of our children“I believe in addressing human trafficking and slavery amongst our people, as attention should not only be called to it only on days set aside…

Today in Abuja, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo stated that the introduction of electric vehicles and the decommissioning of generators are on the verge of being introduced into the country’s system. To achieve this, he noted that the country must concentrate on the auxiliary infrastructure that makes these transitions sustainable. When he received a delegation from the US-based Rocky Mountain Institute today, the VP said: “We will be considering the decommissioning of generators, development of cooking stoves, think through options such as electric cars; is it the right time? What about charging stations? These are some of the things we have…

After celebrating the team’s victory against Manchester United in the English Premier League, eight Arsenal fans were detained in Jinja, Uganda.The supporters carried a symbolic trophy while donning the club’s red shirt.According to the police, the march was held without a permit, violating public order.Sunday’s game against a strong rival ended with a stunning last-second goal from Arsenal, giving them a 3-2 victory.As a result, the Gunners now have a five-point lead over the competition, giving supporters worldwide hope that the club might finally end its 19-year wait to win the English Premier League.On Monday morning, the Arsenal supporters were…

Arsenal have completed the transfer of Polish defender Jakub Kiwior from Italian Serie A side Spezia until 2028.The 22-year-old Poland international, who made 43 appearances during his time with the Italian side was part of the national team squad at the recent FIFA World Cup in Qatar. “We’re delighted to have completed the signing of Jakub Kiwior. He’s a young talent who we’ve been monitoring for a while now. We are now all looking forward to working with Jakub and seeing his continued development with us. We welcome Jakub to Arsenal,” Sporting Director Edu said.“It’s great that Jakub is joining…

Asisat Oshoala was on target as FC Barcelona Femeni defeated Real Sociedad 3-0 to win the Supercopa de España Femenina.The win came exactly one week after the male team defeated Real Madrid 3-1 to win the final match of the Super Cup in Riyadh last Sunday.Aitana Bonmati scored a goal in each half and Oshoala added the third in what proved a comfortable win at the Estadio Romano in Merida. Barca have now won the Super Cup in three of the four years since it was created in 2020, with Atletico Madrid the only team to stop them, beating them…

Despite injury scare, Novak Djokovic produced a sublime performance to beat Alex de Minaur 6-2, 6-1, 6-2 and book his quarter final ticket at the ongoing Australia Open Day 8.The 35-year-old Serb defeated Spaniard Roberto Carballes Baena (6-3, 6-4, 6-0), French qualifier Enzo Couacaud (6-1, 6-7 (5), 6-2, 6-0) and Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov, the No 27 seed (7-6 (7), 6-3, 6-4) earlier in the tournament.Djokovic who is ranked No 5 on the ATP world rankings will face Russian Andrey Rublev, the No 5 seed, next.It was also his 25th consecutive victory at the Australian Open which is the joint second…

English Premier League Strugglers Everton, have reportedly fired their Manager Frank Lampard after a series of poor results this season.The Toffees are joint bottom after Saturday’s 2-0 Prem loss at fellow strugglers West Ham.According to skysports news, Everton have reportedly made a decision on Frank Lampard’s future. “The expectation is that at some point today Frank Lampard will be leaving his post as Everton manager.” “At some point today it will be announced that Frank Lampard will be leaving his post as Everton Manager”Owner Farhad Moshiri led an emergency board meeting as they mulled over sacking ex-England star Lampard.Moshiri faces…

People’s Democratic Party presidential campaign spokesman, Dino Melaye took his party campaign antics to another level when he burned clothes carrying the face of APC’s Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a video seen by Switch Nigeria, the former Senator from Kogi state did this when welcoming some APC defects to the PDP. In his speech, the burning was a sign that they are chasing APC away from power. He called the agbada the defects were wearing “satanic gowns.” Dino proceeded to hand the new members caps crested with the faces of Atiku and Okowa and the PDP. He also tore off…

A successful night for west Africa saw regional powerhouses Senegal and the Ivory Coast qualify for the African Nations Championship (CHAN) quarter-finals on Sunday in Algeria. Senegal, who began the final round in Group B lying second, trounced two-time former champions the Democratic Republic of Congo 3-0 in the eastern city of Annaba.The surprisingly comfortable victory elevated the Senegalese to first, and a last-eight showdown with the Group D winners, probably Mali, this Friday. Ivory Coast were last in the standings as they kicked off against then leaders Uganda, but a 3-1 triumph lifted them to second and qualification for…

Cesc Fabregas has hailed Mikel Arteta for changing ‘everything’ at Arsenal as the former Gunner shed light on how Arteta has made the team title favourites.Arsenal strengthened their push for Premier League glory once again as they edged to a 3-2 victory over Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium. The win sees Arsenal go five points clear at the top of the table, and they have a game in hand on second-placed Manchester City.The bookies are beginning to view Arsenal as favourites to win the league and more and more believe they can go all the way. It’s a far…