Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca, has confirmed he is not working with 42 players. According to Maresca, he is training with a small squad of 21 and the others have been kept apart. The Blues boss was speaking ahead of Thursday’s UEFA Conference League play-off first leg against Servette. Maresca said: “I am not working with…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a temporary order halting the implementation of the scrapping of the Higher National Diploma (HND) in Pharmaceutical Technology by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and the Pharmaceutical Council of Nigeria (PCN). Justice Peter Lifu ordered the NBTE and PCN to put their decision against HND…
The leadership of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, in Rivers State has called on Tony Okocha, the sacked Caretaker Committee Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the state to issue an immediate apology to Justices Sika Aprioku, C.N. Wali, and G.O. Ollor of the Rivers State High Court following his alleged derogatory remarks…
Governor Godwin Obaseki has congratulated Edo State for securing a place in the final of the WAFU B Women’s Champions League qualifiers. Moses Aduku’s side defeated hosts Inter D’Abidjan 2-1 in the semi-final at the Stade de la Paix, Bouake on Tuesday night. The Nigerian champions raced into a two-goal lead through Emem Essien and…
Transfer expert and journalist, Dean Jones, has revealed that Chelsea will go for Brentford’s Ivan Toney should they fail to land Victor Osimhen from Napoli. The Blues are keen to sign Osimhen from Napoli this summer. Speaking to GiveMeSport, Jones suggested that Toney, who is attracting interest from Saudi Arabia, could emerge as an alternative…
Cyriel Dessers has reportedly rejected a move to Major League Soccer (MLS) outfit, Atlanta United. According to the Daily Record, Atlanta United negotiated a $6m transfer fee for the Nigeria international. Dessers, however, turned down the chance to join the club. The 29-year-old has been linked with a summer exit from Rangers despite an impressive…
Former Manchester United coach, René Meulensteen, has named two players the club should sell instead of midfielder, Scott McTominay this summer transfer window. Man United are keen to sign a new midfielder this summer transfer window, having made four signings. The Red Devils have been linked with Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Manuel Ugarte. However, Meulensteen feels…
Queues have resurfaced in fuel stations in Ilorin, as petrol scarcity spreads across the country. DAILY POST reports that a litre of petrol sells for between N640, N645, N670 and N680 in major marketers filling stations, while the price has gone up to N900, N950 or N1,000 in some fuel stations owned by Independent fuel…
The Commissioner for Tertiary Education in Ebonyi State, Prof. Amari Omaka, has announced that the two newly established universities in the state are expected to commence academic activities early next year. Omaka spoke with newsmen shortly after the swearing-in ceremony of the acting vice chancellors of the University of Information Communication Technology, Oferekpe-Agbaja, and the…
Popular Nigerian singer and record producer, Tekno, has denied reports that he collapsed while performing on stage. Reports on Tuesday claimed that Tekno, who is currently on his music tour, collapsed during a live performance in South Africa. In a viral video on the internet, some able-bodied men were seen carrying a singer who collapsed….
Enugu State Government says it will in the coming days move against properties, whether private residences or business premises, used for kidnap purposes. In a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, on Tuesday, the government said the step was in continuation of the determined effort of the Governor Peter…
President Bola Tinubu approved the appointment of Daser David as the new President and Chief Executive Officer of the Digital Bridge Institute, DBI, on Tuesday. A statement by Tinubu’s media aide, Ajuri Ngelale, noted that David is an academic and industry expert with a deep understanding of digital technologies and educational leadership. Beyond David’s appointment,…
Victor Boniface could miss Bayer Leverkusen’s opening Bundesliga game of the season against Borussia Monchengladbach due to suspension. Boniface is being investigated for unsportsmanlike gestures in Die Werkself’s German Super Cup win against VFB Stuttgart last weekend. The Nigeria international would be sanctioned by the German Football Association if found guilty. “Boniface is suspected of…
The Edo State Government on Tuesday confirmed the outbreak of Monkeypox in the state. DAILY POST reports that Dr Ojeifo Stephenson, Director of Public Health disclosed this in a statement issued on behalf of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health. Stephenson said three patients suspected with Monkeypox were reported in the past 72 hours in…
Big Brother Naija ‘No Loose Guard’ contestant Wanni has hinted that she and her twin sister and partner on the show, Handi, will donate the prize money to charity if they emerge winners of this season. During a chat with Shaun on Monday, Wanni revealed that she and her twin sister have a dream of…
Nigerian Highlife artist, Chinedu Okoli, popularly known as Flavour, has reflected on his transition from a producer to a singer. He acknowledged rapper Mr Raw for playing an important role in his career, noting that his encounter with the rapper made him learn music production professionally. Speaking in a recent episode of the ‘In My…
Former Chelsea midfielder, John Obi Mikel, has opened up on former captain, John Terry’s leadership style at Stamford Bridge. Terry is regarded as one of the finest defenders in Premier League and England history and captained the west London sides for a major portion of his club career. Mikel, who played under Terry’s captaincy for…
Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, President, Joe Ajaero has turned down the invitation from the Nigeria Police Force. Ajaero explained that he turned down the invitation due to other engagements. He disclosed this through a letter from his lawyers, Falana and Falana Chambers. The Police has summoned Ajaero over alleged criminal conspiracy, terrorism financing, treasonable felony,…
Ukrainian lawmakers voted on Tuesday by a large majority to ban the Russian-linked Orthodox Church. According to lawmakers, the controversial bill received a broad majority in the parliament, or Rada, in Kiev at the second reading. Out of 322 lawmakers present, 265 voted in favour of the law. In Ukraine’s fragmented religious landscape, around 10,000…
West Ham United have agreed a deal with Paris FC for the signing of midfielder Mohamadou Kante. Sky Sports reports that West Ham agreed to a five-year deal with Kante. The 18-year-old star will undergo his medical with the Hammers in the coming days. The report added that Kante will return to Paris on loan…
