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Police invite Phyna over failure to return rented wig

Former Big Brother Naija winner, Josephine Otabor, popularly known as Phyna has been invited by the Nigeria Police over her alleged failure to return a rented wig after the expiration of the rental period. Torizone recalls that a hair vendor recently called

Akwa Ibom: Murder of policeman,others signal renewed terror

After operating on the fringes unhindered for months closing 2023, emboldened armed gangs in Akwa Ibom State are pushing a renewed reign of terror into the heart of Uyo, the capital city. On the last day of January, a Wednesday, a police officer, Inspector

EPL: Mesut Ozil named Arsenal's best player

Former Arsenal star, Paul Merson, has identified playmaker, Mesut Ozil as the club's best player despite his lack of playing time under manager, Unai Emery this season. Ozil has fallen out of favour at Emirates since Emery took over from Arsene Wenger. The

Former Chelsea boss named president of Porto

Former Chelsea and Tottenham boss Andre Villas-Boas has clinched the presidency of Porto in a stunning landslide election victory. The 46-year-old, who hasn't managed a club since his tenure with Marseille in February 2021, secured a triumphant return to his

BREAKING: Three Killed in Renewed Fulani/ Farmer Crisis in Benue

Three persons were killed in a renewed crisis between Fulani herdsmen and farmers at Akpagodogbo, in Otukpa Local Government Area of Benue State. Sources told a correspondent that the crisis, which started late hour of Wednesday, lasted till Thursday morning

Funke Akindele deletes all politics-related posts following election defeat

Nollywood actress cum politician Funke Akindele has deleted everything politics-related on her page following her defeat. Funke Akindele and her party, the People's Democratic Party (PDP) lost the gubernatorial elections this weekend. Funke Akindele lost at

20 feared killed in renewed clash between Cross River and Benue community

No fewer than 20 persons have been feared killed on Sunday, Oct. 29, in a renewed clash between the people of Yache-Ijiegu community in Yala LGA of Cross River State and the Tiv settlers from Benue State. Both communities have suffered losses over lingering

John Terry Named Aston Villa Captain

John Terry has been named Aston Villa's new captain following his summer move to Villa Park. Terry left Chelsea at the end of last season and signed a one-year deal at Villa earlier in July. Steve Bruce's side finished 13th in the Championship last season

EPL: Antonio Conte's next club named

Football transfer expert, Alex Crook has named Mauricio Pochettino as the next manager at Tottenham. According to Crook, current Spurs boss, Antonio Conte will return to Juventus, while Pochettino, who is currently jobless, will return to North London. Conte

AFCON 2021: Super Eagles talisman named

Former Nigerian goalkeeper, Carl Ikeme has named Super Eagles star, Kelechi Iheanacho as Nigeria's talisman at the ongoing 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, in Cameroon. Ikeme believes the Leicester City forward has the qualities to lead Nigeria to glory

Atleast 272 Killed As Renewed Fight Erupts In South Sudan

A fight has broke out in Juba, South Sudan, between forces controlled by President Salva Kiir and First Vice President, Riek Machar. Atleast 272 people have been killed, including 33 civilians as thousands flee. The two leaders, who fought each other in a

Wike Given Fresh Warning over Renewed Tension in Rivers State

Former Rivers State governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has been given warning over renewed tension in the state. In a fresh development, the Coalition of Minority and Ethnic Groups in Nigeria (COMEG) has urged

Zobo leaves recipe for hypertension, heart-related ailments - Expert

A Professor of Cardiovascular Physiology and Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus (UNEC), Professor Daniel Nwachukwu, has advised Nigerians to explore the benefits of zobo leaves in curing and preventing hypertension and other

Pogba named 'best midfielder in Europe'

Manchester United star, Paul Pogba is the "best midfielder in Europe" on his day. This claim was made by former Red Devils defender, Phil Neville. Neville stated this following Manchester United's 3-1 victory over Huddersfield Town on Wednesday in the Premier

Carlo Ancelotti named new manager of EPL team

English Premier League (EPL) clubside Everton on Saturday named former Napoli coach Carlo Ancelotti as their new manager. Ancelotti had managed Real Madrid and Bayern Munich. He replaces Portuguese Marco Silva, who was sacked after Everton dropped into the

PSG: Neymar named biggest flop in football history

French football pundit, Daniel Riolo has slammed Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar, branding him as the biggest flop in football history. Neymar was part of PSG's starting XI alongside Lionel Messi as they lost 1-0 against Rennes on Sunday. Speaking after

Funke Akindele named PDP Lagos deputy gov candidate

Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, has been named the Peoples Democratic Party deputy governorship candidate of Lagos State. The actress confirmed her deputy governorship candidacy in a video on her verified Instagram page on Tuesday. With this position, she

EPL: Pep Guardiola's replacement at Manchester City named

Former Manchester City midfielder, Nigel de Jong, has named Crystal Palace boss Patrick Vieira, as the leading candidate to replace Pep Guardiola at the club. Guardiola arrived at Manchester City in 2016 and has led the club to unprecedented success. The Spaniard