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By Arinze Nwafor Lagos State Government has partnered with Made in Africa Brands Ambassador to improve women exporters’ access to financing of up to N5m and work with the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service to raise packaging standards and reduce the rejection of Nigerian products in international markets. The partnership formed part of the resolutions reached at the SheExports Conference 2026 held in Lagos on Tuesday, by MABA in collaboration with the Lagos State Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment under the theme, ‘Produce, Add Value and Export: A Catalyst for Sustainable Economic Growth’. Speaking at the conference, Founder and Chief…

The palace of the Ooni of Ife has denied claims by actor, James Olarenwaju, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, that he was conferred with a chieftaincy title by the monarch. In an interview with Saturday Beats, the Ooni’s spokeperson, Moses Olafare, said he was aware that the actor received a car from the monarch but knew nothing about any chieftaincy title. “I am not aware of the chieftaincy title, but I am aware of the car,” Olafare said. His reaction came after Baba Ijesha announced on Facebook that the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, honoured him following the birth…

Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has decided on the role of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen ahead of the 2026/2027 season amid interest from clubs in Europe’s top-five list, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old has seen his name pop up on the radar of elite clubs like Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, Manchester United, and Paris Saint-Germain, who are all looking to strengthen their attack to win silverware in the coming campaign. Galatasaray reportedly turned down a bid worth €120 million bid for the former Napoli man a few days ago, having previously received offers from one European club, alongside another from Saudi…

Manchester United are considering a move for Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi, as a potential replacement for Casemiro, though the Red Devils face competition from Hull City for the Besiktas midfielder’s signature. The Brazilian left Old Trafford following the expiration of his contract at the end of last season, leaving United searching for a successor after missing out on several preferred midfield targets this summer, with Elliott Anderson joining Manchester City, while Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali both completed moves to Tottenham Hotspur. That situation has forced United back into the market, with the club reviving an interest in Ndidi…

Victor Osimhen continues to be linked with an exit from Galatasaray despite the club and the Nigerian forward insisting he sees his immediate future in Istanbul, Soccernet.ng reports. The rumour mills have hit a new buzz in the unfolding Osimhen saga after his representative, George Gardi, was spotted in Spain this week. According to a Haber report, Gardi travelled to Madrid for fresh discussions over a possible Osimhen move to Atlético Madrid. Although Real Madrid have often been linked with the Super Eagles striker in recent months, Gardi’s latest visit is understood to be focused on talks with Atlético Madrid,…

By Enoch Oluwaleke The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency says there is no official communication yet on plans to provide relief materials or compensation to residents who lost valuables and property during the recent flooding in parts of the state. Speaking with PUNCH Metro in a telephone interview on Thursday, the spokesperson for LASEMA, Afolabi Olawale, said the agency had not received any official directive on the issue. “As of now, there is no official statement. As you’re talking now, there is no official communication to disseminate on that issue. When it is available, we will disseminate it,” Olawale said.…

The management of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, has unveiled the LAUTECH Green and Clean Initiative, a new environmental management system aimed at promoting a cleaner, greener and more sustainable campus while improving the welfare of workers engaged in environmental services. According to a statement issued by the university’s Public Relations Office on Friday, the initiative was approved by LAUTECH’s Governing Council following a report by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Razaq Kalilu. The statement added that the Vice-Chancellor’s report was based on the recommendation of the University Environmental Management Committee after a comprehensive review of the institution’s previous environmental management…

​Turkish Süper Lig club Trabzonspor are taking Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli to FIFA over the transfer of Paul Onuachu, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Onuachu’s future has been a major concern for Trabzonspor this summer. He was their best player last season, contributing 17 goals and four assists in 25 appearances across all competitions. If not for him, the Black Sea Storm probably would not have finished in the top three or won the Turkish Cup. ​Onuachu’s goalscoring spree ensured he was a contender for the top-scorer title. If not for his late-season lull, he could have easily taken the prize home.…

The All Progressives Congress’ governorship candidate for the 2027 Ogun State election and senator representing Ogun West, Solomon Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, on Friday visited former President Olusegun Obasanjo and former Ogun State Governor, Ibikunle Amosun, in Abeokuta, seeking their moral support in his bid to succeed Governor Dapo Abiodun. Adeola said he would incorporate the recommendations and counsel offered by Obasanjo into his administration’s plans and programmes if elected governor in 2027. Speaking with journalists after his meeting with Obasanjo at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, Adeola described the visit as fruitful, saying the former President shared his…

Super Eagles attacker Samuel Chukwueze has become a summer transfer target for two former Serie A champions, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The Super Eagles winger has just concluded his loan spell at Fulham in West London. However, the Craven Cottage side failed to trigger the buy option attached to his loan agreement. ​Although Chukwueze was quite decent under former Fulham boss Marco Silva, he struggled with consistency, which makes Fulham’s decision quite understandable. Fulham Forward Samuel Chukwueze of Fulham. Copyright: ImagoxChrisxFoxwellx ​Now, he is back at AC Milan, and it remains unknown if he will stay with the Rossoneri or move on.…