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Spanish LaLiga giant Barcelona have contacted the agent of Super Eagles star Ademola Lookman over a potential transfer in the summer, Soccernet.ng reports. Barcelona have been keeping tabs on Lookman as a potential signing in the summer as they look to bolster their attack ahead of next season. The Super Eagles star is expected to leave Atalanta summer, and he has already attracted a lot of attention, and that is not a surprise, as he has contributed 50 goals and 24 assists in 115 appearances. Ademola Lookman for Atalanta (Photo credit: Imago) YOU MAY ALSO LIKE To get Lookman, Barcelona…

In a unanimous voice, the Osun State Executive Council has expressed its total solidarity and unwavering support to the Governor of Osun State and leader of the state Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ademola Adeleke, vowing not to abandon him ahead of the 2026 gubernatorial poll. The cabinet members, including Commissioners and Special Advisers, also declared their readiness to stand solidly “like a rock of Gibraltar” behind Governor Adeleke in his undying quest to take Osun to greater heights.” While also pledging their unalloyed loyalty to the ruling party in the state, the PDP, under the leadership of Sunday Bisi, the…

Vice-President Kashim Shettima, on Monday, arrived in Asaba, Delta, to formally receive Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori and other leaders of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) who defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that on arrival at the Asaba International Airport, Shettima was received by governors of Nasarawa, Imo, Kaduna, Sokoto, Kogi, Gombe, Lagos, Benue, Yobe and other APC controlled states. Also on ground to receive the Vice-President were Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of APC; Mr Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives; Alhaji Abubakar Bagudu, the Minister of Budget and Economic…

Janet Ogundepo The World Health Organisation has warned that cuts to global health funding would lead to a rise in outbreaks of diseases that vaccines had nearly wiped out. In a statement marking the start of World Immunisation Week, the United Nations health agency stated that vaccines had saved about 150 million lives over the past 50 years, warning that progress was now under threat. World Immunisation Week, celebrated from April 24 to 30 annually, aims to highlight the collective action needed and to promote the use of vaccines to protect people of all ages against disease. The theme for…

As Nigeria’s Super Falcons prepare to reclaim their African crown at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, all eyes will be on the team’s brightest talents. Blessed with a rich tradition of excellence — a record 11-time champion — Nigeria’s women’s national team remains the undisputed queen of African football. But who are the standout names driving the Super Falcons’ ambitions this time? Based on estimated market values compiled by Soccernet.ng from data by Soccerdonna, here’s a countdown of Nigeria’s ten most valuable female footballers. 10. Ifeoma Onumonu – €60,000 Nigeria Super Falcons star: Ifeoma Onumonu. Photo…

The Police Command in Benue has confirmed the killing of four persons by suspected cultists at a beer parlour in Makurdi, the state capital. The command’s spokesperson, SP Sewuese Anene, confirmed the on Monday in a chat with journalists. Anene said the attack which took place on Sunday night at a beer parlour at Akpehe in Makurdi, also left many people hospitalised. “The suspected cult attack at Akpehe is confirmed and investigation has commenced. “Four persons were confirmed dead while others are currently receiving treatment in the hospital,“ the command’s spokesperson said. Anene warned criminals in the state to desist…

In Summary The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is expected to boost intra-African trade by around 52% by 2035, strengthening local industries and creating close to 30 million jobs.Africa’s projected economic growth rate for 2025 is approximately 4.1%, higher than the global average, highlighting the continent’s rising influence in world affairs.Gulf states invested over $53 billion in Africa in 2023 alone, with long-term projects in infrastructure, mining, and agriculture reshaping development across the continent.Deep Dive!!Africa is actively shaping its economic future through strategic decisions and stronger regional cooperation. In 2025, the continent is driving growth with bold trade agreements,…

Super Eagles and KRC Genk forward, Toluwalase Emmanuel Arokadare, has his gaze fixed on winning the Jupiler Pro League despite his side’s recent slip in form, Soccernet.ng reports. The 24-year-old has been in great goalscoring form for Thorsten Fink’s side this season, scoring 22 goals and providing five assists in 41 games across all competitions, drawing interest from Bayern Munich. However, Genk have stumbled in their chase for the league title, winning just one of their last five games. They’re now third, three points behind league leaders, Union St. Gilloise. 100 games for KRC GENK Tolu Arokodare with De Conde…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Sunday canceled centralised May Day celebrations in Rivers and Edo states, citing the imposition of emergency rule in Rivers and alleged political interference in the affairs of its Edo State council. This is as the NLC has directed Chief Odion Olaye, the Edo state chairman of the NLC, to mobilise and inform all affiliate Union Bodies to make independent arrangements to commemorate 2025 May Day in their various union offices in Edo State. The NLC, in a letter signed by the Deputy National Secretary, Comrade Ismail Bello, said efforts have been put in place…

Janet Ogundepo The World Health Organisation has called for revitalised efforts at all levels, from global policy to community action, to accelerate progress towards malaria elimination. It noted that in the late 1990s, world leaders laid the foundation for remarkable progress in global malaria control, including preventing more than two billion cases of malaria and nearly 13 million deaths since 2000. To date, the WHO noted that it has certified 45 countries and one territory as malaria-free, stating that many countries with a low burden of malaria continue to move steadily towards the goal of elimination. It added that of…