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Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface has opened up on depression after a tough period with injuries, weight criticism and failed moves, Soccernet.ng reports. Boniface’s rise to the top of his career once felt unstoppable. The powerful striker had become a key figure for Bayer Leverkusen and looked set for even bigger stages. But over the past year, everything that could go wrong, almost has.Now, the Nigeria international has spoken openly about his mental state after a difficult run of injuries, failed transfers and personal setbacks.“Depression real die,” Boniface wrote on his X (formerly Twitter) page. It was a short message,…

Billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, has celebrated fellow industrialist, Aliko Dangote, on the occasion of his birthday on April 10, 2026. Marking the day with a warm tribute on Instagram, Otedola shared a photo of himself and Dangote dressed in coordinated white traditional attire, complete with matching caps, in what appeared to be a formal setting. Beyond the harmony, it was his caption that drew attention, as he described Dangote as his “bestie”. He wrote, “Happy Birthday to my BESTIE Aliko Dangote, hands down the greatest entrepreneur to have come out of Africa. Wishing you many more years of good health,…

Maduka Okoye produced one of the finest performances of his career as Udinese stunned AC Milan with a commanding 3-0 win at the San Siro, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian goalkeeper was at the heart of the result, keeping a third straight clean sheet in Serie A for the first time in his career. It was a night where everything seemed to go right for Okoye, from his positioning to his decision-making, as he frustrated Milan’s attackers again and again. Milan finished the match with 20 shots, but only three were on target, largely because Okoye stood firm. His most eye-catching…

Friends, associates, and family members gathered in Sagamu, Ogun State, to bid farewell to Caroline Odukoya, mother of former Managing Director of AIT, Tosin Dokpesi, in a ceremony that blended solemnity with style. The event drew a vibrant crowd, with guests dressed in coordinated yellow and orange patterned aso-ebi, creating a striking visual display across the venue. Tosin Dokpesi stood out in a carefully styled monochrome outfit, featuring layered fabrics in shades of yellow that reflected the day’s dress code. At the reception, she moved around the venue exchanging greetings with sympathisers who had come to honour her late mother…

Fawzi Kehinde The Executive Chairman of Kosofe Local Government Area, Moyo Ogunlewe, has raised the alarm over the conversion of a toilet facility into a food shop and hair salon at the Onabanjo Street market in Oworoshoki, Lagos State. Ogunlewe made the discovery during an unannounced inspection of the market, which also doubled as a supervision visit to ongoing road construction projects in the area. In a video of the visit shared on his X handle on Saturday, the council chairman was seen moving through the busy market, engaging traders, officials, and community members on the hygiene and public health…

Super Eagles striker Akor Adams scored for Sevilla in their hard-fought 2-1 win over Atlético Madrid on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Relegation-threatened Sevilla welcomed Atleti to the Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán for their La Liga clash on Saturday. Heading into the game, Los Nervionenses were placed 18th with 31 points after 31 games; consequently, they desperately needed a victory. ​Coach Luis García stuck with his trusted players for the match, with Super Eagles star Adams leading the line, while Chidera Ejuke started on the bench. Coach Diego Simeone, on the other hand, started a weakened team without regular starters like Ademola…

Afrobeats star, Seyi Vibez; and rising act, BadboyTrue, delivered a memorable performance in Abuja during the Easter holiday, thrilling fans with an energetic show that blended music, atmosphere, and crowd connection. From the moment the first beats dropped, it was clear the night would be special. The energy was immediate and infectious, with the crowd fully engaged and the atmosphere charged from start to finish. BadboyTrue stepped on stage with confidence, making the most of his moment. He performed songs such as Away and Time from his previous project, drawing an enthusiastic response from fans who sang along and matched…

Turkish Super Lig giants Galatasaray have confirmed that Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has returned to first-team training after three weeks on the sidelines, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The Nigerian star has been undergoing rehabilitation following surgery to repair a fractured forearm. Recall that Osimhen sustained the injury during Galatasaray’s UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second-leg clash against Liverpool just before the recent international break. The former Napoli star spent the past week focused on personalized gym work and individual drills, Galatasaray released an update on Saturday confirming that Osimhen has finally rejoined his teammates. Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray Copyright: ImagoxDavidxBlunsden…

Delta State Government has urged young indigenes to enlist in the Army just as it commended the Nigerian Army for “its inclusivity policy” which ensures equitable distribution of recruitment slots across various regions in the country. Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu made the commendation while playing host to the recruitment team of the Nigerian Army from Abuja led by Brig-Gen Moses Ikobah who paid him a courtesy call at his office in Asaba on Saturday. Emu disclosed that Delta State Government has intensified sensitisation campaign efforts to boost participation of young and eligible Deltans in the recruitment…

A non-governmental organisation, Foundation for Cancer Care, has announced plans to host its fourth “Swing Against Cancer” Charity Golf Tournament to raise funds for cancer screening, treatment support, and awareness in Nigeria. The tournament, scheduled to hold on April 17, 2026, at the Golf Section of Ikoyi Club 1938, is aimed at raising funds for cancer patients and expanding access to early detection services across the country. The 18-hole competition, tagged “Swing Against Cancer Charity Golf Tournament,” is expected to bring together cancer survivors, corporate organisations, advocates, and supporters committed to reducing the burden of the disease. In a statement…