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Hull City head coach Sergej Jakirovic has aired his displeasure about Semi Ajayi jetting out for the March International break amidst his injury struggles, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles defender struggled with hamstring problems last year, suffering the injury four times between West Bromwich Albion and Hull City. The most recent came in Nigeria’s third-place game against Egypt at the AFCON 2025 tournament in Morocco. While he’s only just returned to the Hull City setup, their coach isn’t pleased about losing one of the experienced leaders in the team so soon. Semi Ajayi poses with his man of the match…

A former Executive Director of the Edo State Rapid Response Agency, Abraham Jimawo, has declared his intention to contest the Etsako East/Etsako West/Etsako Central Federal Constituency seat in the 2027 general election. Jimawo, a United Kingdom-based politician and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, disclosed this in an interview with PUNCH Online on Sunday, signalling the start of what is expected to be a keenly contested race in Edo North. The constituency, which has produced influential lawmakers, is already drawing interest from political actors across party lines as preparations for the 2027 polls gather momentum. Analysts said the contest could…

Former Super Eagles defender Godwin Okpara believes Paris Saint-Germain, PSG, are not the favourites to win this season’s UEFA Champions League, Soccernet.ng reports.  The former PSG star made the revelation while admitting that the French giants remain one of the strongest teams left in the competition. Speaking in an interview with the New Telegraph, Okpara explained that PSG are still adjusting after several changes within the squad, which has affected their consistency. “Paris Saint-Germain is not the same team we used to know,” he said. “There have been changes, and they are still trying to find their balance. That makes…

By Deborah Tolu-Kolawole The National President of the Joint Health Sector Unions, Kabiru Minjibir, has raised fresh concerns over delays in the implementation of key agreements affecting health workers, revealing that a government committee set up to address the issues has yet to resume sitting months after its inauguration. He disclosed that a committee established by the Federal Ministry of Health to handle matters relating to the Collective Bargaining Agreement and salary adjustments had remained inactive since October last year. According to him, the committee, chaired by the Minister of Labour, Muhammadu Dingyadi, was mandated to address critical issues surrounding…

Nollywood actor, Olanrewaju Omiyinka, popularly known as Baba Ijesha has said actress Iyabo Ojo once entrusted him with the care of her children, Festus and Priscilla, as he expressed disappointment over their current relationship. Recall that Iyabo Ojo was one of the influential voices that advocated for justice for the minor linked to Baba Ijesha’s rape scandal in 2021, as she backed comedian Damilola Adekoya also known as Princess during the controversy. Nollywood Actress, Iyabo Ojo, and her children, Festus and Priscilla…Photo Credit: Instagram| iyaboojofespris] Speaking in a recent interview with actress Biola Adebayo on her podcast, the actor said…

Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi scored for Nottingham Forest as they claimed a handsome 3-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, Soccernet.ng reports. Spurs welcomed the Tricky Trees to their home － The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for their Premier League clash on Sunday. The game was a proper relegation dogfight, as while Spurs were just one point above the drop zone, Nottingham Forest were separated by merely goals difference. Nottingham Forest boss Vitor Pereira started Nigerian striker from the bench, preferring Igor Jesus instead. But Ola Aina started from his usual right back position. Spurs were the slight favourites heading…

R&B artist Kehlani smiling while holding her two Grammy Awards at the 68th Annual ceremony. She is wearing a sheer black Valdrin Sahiti gown with intricate beading and a central cutout that showcases her tattoos. Photo Credit: Kehlani/Instagram Kehlani just walked the Jennifer Hudson Show spirit tunnel and the hallway was absolutely not ready for her. If you have never seen the spirit tunnel before, here is the idea — a narrow, lively backstage hallway lined on both sides with the show’s staff and dancers, all there for one reason: to make the incoming guest feel every bit of the…

Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra has committed his second term in office to God, describing his first tenure and re-election as divinely ordained. Soludo made the remarks on Sunday during the second-term inauguration thanksgiving service at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Awka. He said the occasion was to dedicate the next four years to God and described his emergence as governor as occurring at the right time, attributing it to the will of God. Soludo also expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the people of the state. “Exactly last week, we were at the International Convention Centre to thank God for…

Former Super Eagles defender Godwin Okpara believes that if Arsenal go on to win the Premier League title this season, they will fully deserve it, no matter what critics say about their style of play, Soccernet.ng reports. Okpara’s view comes at a time when the debate around Arsenal’s title credentials has grown louder, with several former players questioning whether the Gunners are convincing champions. Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes has been one of the strongest critics. He argued that no team in the league has done enough to deserve the trophy and even suggested it should not be awarded…

By Victor Ayeni Although the term “myiasis” may not be widely familiar to many Nigerians, its clinical manifestations are often easily recognised across age groups. Myiasis is a parasitic infestation that affects both humans and animals, occurring either accidentally or as part of the parasite’s natural life cycle. It is caused by the larval stage of certain fly species and typically presents as large, painful, boil-like lesions that can develop on various parts of the body. The term “myiasis” was first introduced in 1840 by an English entomologist, William Hope, who described the infestation of tissues and body cavities of…