Author: Rashaad Harris

The Flying Eagles will resume the final phase of camping for the forthcoming Africa U-20 Cup of Nations on January 7. According to Punch Sports, head coach Ladan Bosso revealed that their preparations for the Africa U-20 Cup of Nations would be in Spain or Morocco. “The camp will resume January 7 and the training tour will either be in Spain or Morocco,” Bosso said. The 2023 U20 AFCON will be played in Egypt between February 19 and March 11 with the top four teams qualifying for the U-20 World Cup in Indonesia in May. The Flying Eagles are drawn…

According to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), there have been 583 confirmed cases of cholera deaths and 23,550 cases of possible infection between January and November 27, 2022. This information was included in yesterday’s release of the NCDC’s most recent weekly report on the cholera situation for weeks 44–47.According to the report, there were 270 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and 33 states where the suspected cases were reported.The reports read: “In the reporting month, six states reported 1,393 suspected cases: Borno (1,124), Gombe (165), Bauchi (61), Katsina (16), Adamawa (14), and Kano (13).“There was a 78 per cent…

Manchester United resumes their English Premier League season after the World Cup break with a 3-0 home victory over 19th place Nottingham Forest on Tuesday night. Erik Ten Hag’s men, who have conceded the least goals at home this season, entered the gameweek 16 encounter sitting fifth on the log and four points behind fourth place Tottenham. Marcus Rashford who was instrumental in Manchester United’s 2-0 Carabao Cup Victor over Burnley six days ago as they matched into the last eight, opened the scoring for the red devils as Christian Eriksen’s cute cut back from a corner kick was coolly…

Peter Okoye of the Psquare duet has reiterated the threat that Peter Obi holds going into the 2023 presidential election. Mr. Okoye also known as Mr. P, has been very outspoken about his support for the former Anambra State Governor. Obi has come under much pressure in recent times, especially from his tribesmen, with some asking him to step down. Arthur Eze, an elder statesman said on Monday that he is not in support of Obi’s presidential bid, adding that he has told him to wait for his turn. However, musician, Mr. P has asked why no one is telling…

Chelsea returned to English Premier League action with a 2-0 win over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge in a boxing day fixture on Tuesday. Graham Potter’s men went into the encounter having sat eight on the log after Christmas 19 points behind London rivals and league leaders Arsenal. Kai Havertz scored his fourth goal of the season after meeting a nice cross from Raheem Sterling in the 15th minute to give Chelsea the lead. The German then turned provider for Chelsea the blues second, setting up Mason Mount for the Englishman third of the season. USA international, Christian Pulisic goal was…

According to the Speaker of the House of Representatives — Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressive Congress (APC) stands clear from all candidates eyeing the apex seat in 2023, looking at their political antecedents. Gbajabiamila claimed that during Tinubu’s eight years as governor of Lagos State, his accomplishments thumps those of his opponents who have also served the people across diverse political posts. Speaking during a meeting with leaders of Community Development Associations (CDAs) in Surulere, Lagos State today, Gbajabiamila said: “Today, they say there are four, three or four front-runner presidential candidates. There was…

Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has today charged Nigerians to do all that’s within their power to vote the All Progressive Congress (APC) out of power come 2023. Tambuwal who also doubles as the Director General of the Peoples Democratic Party Presidential Campaign Organisation said APC had plunged Nigeria into numerous problems without solutions, hence the need to vote them out of power. Speaking at an inauguration ceremony today, Governor Aminu Tambuwal’s representative, Dr Eddy Olafeso, asked PDP members to band together to combat the APC and those who benefit from it in the nation.Olafeso claimed that Nigerians had just…

Fans from all over the world now have the opportunity to visit Lionel Messi’s room as the Argentina Star’s room has now been converted into a Mini Museum. According to respected journalist Achraf Ben Ayad, the room where Lionel Messi stayed during the World Cup – B201 – at the University of Qatar will be converted into a mini museum.  The 35-year-old Argentina international was voted the player of the tournament as Argentina secured their third FIFA World Cup title in Qatar a fortnight ago. Messi who captained Argentina was at the heart of everything they achieved in Qatar as…

Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki has today promised that his administration will continue to put in the work for all-around growth in the lives of the good people of Edo, most especially their finances. Governor Obaseki said this during a chat with journalists in Benin City, the state capital.He said, “I urge more people to invest in Edo State. As a government, we will do our best to provide the support to reduce the risk entrepreneurs take in the state. We will continue to provide the infrastructure, electricity and security to enable investors to succeed.“There is enough traffic now in…

As a lot of players are tracing their country of birth at this festive period,  one player that surprised everyone was found in the ancient city of Ibadan on Monday during a friendly match between Shooting Stars of Ibadan and adeyemi FC  was Karim Adeyemi. The Nigerian born German International and Borussia Dortmund forward, Karim Adeyemi was spotted live at the Oluibadan Stadium in Oyo State, Nigeria, where he was seen watching his local team,  Adeyemi FC take on Shooting Stars FC in a friendly encounter. The 20 year old forward played for Red Bul Sazburg netted 27 goals before…