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Arsenal FC star Bukayo Saka has opened up about the deep cultural values that continue to shape his identity, Soccernet.ng reports. The English forward revealed why his Nigerian roots remain central to who he is despite spending his entire life in London. The Arsenal winger, born to Nigerian parents, said his upbringing and name reflect a strong connection to the culture that raised him through his family. Bukayo Saka celebrates his 3rd goal with Marcus Rashford and Declan Rice during the UEFA EURO 2024 Qualifying Round Group C match between England and North Macedonia. Copyright: ImagoxNigelxFrench/Sportsphoto/ The 23-year-old also admitted…

A socio-cultural organisation, “Omo Ibile Igbomina“, has declared for the Kwara South senate seat in the National Assembly, hammering on the spirit of equity and fairness. They posited that it is the turn of the Igbomina bloc to produce the next senator who would represent the district in 2027.They argued this at a recent “Igbomina Lokan” summit, where they stated that the two other blocs—Ekiti and Ibolo—had represented the senatorial district more than them. Omo Ibile Igbomina said that the Ekiti and Ibolo blocs had “represented Kwara South for a cumulative period of 12 years each, while the Igbomina has…

JUSTICE Akintayo Aluko of the Federal High Court sitting in Lagos State has struck out a suit filed by Winhomes Estate Global Services Ltd against the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice and four others over the Lagos-Calabar Highway project. Chief Executive Officer of Winhomes, Ifeoma Okengwu, and her company, had requested the court to halt the Federal Ministry of Works from using a portion of land claimed to belong to Winhomes for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project and sought $250 million damages.In his ruling on Friday, Justice Aluko held that Winhomes had already sold or transferred its interest in…

Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem produced one of the weekend’s standout performances in Ligue 1, recovering from an unfortunate own goal to score a late equaliser as Nantes earned a 1-1 draw against Lorient on Sunday, Soccernet.ng reports. The 28-year-old centre-back endured a difficult moment on the cusp of half-time when he diverted a cross past his own goalkeeper to give Lorient the lead at the Stade de la Beaujoire. Nigeria Super Eagles and Nantes defender Chidozie Awaziem. Photo by IMAGO But Awaziem responded with remarkable composure and authority, rising highest in the dying minutes to head home his first…

AN All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Nasarawa State, Abubakar Hassan Nalaraba, who also represents Awe, Keana and Doma Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, has criticised the calls for zoning the 2027 governorship position exclusively to the Western Senatorial District of Nasarawa State. Nalaraba, who spoke during a meeting with APC executives and local council coordinators from the five local councils in Nasarawa West at his campaign office in GRA Keffi, described the agitation for zoning as rooted in injustice and political manipulation. He said that such zoning demand is unfair and divisive, emphasising that leadership should…

TO address transportation gaps affecting indigenous public-school students, the Gabriel Rotimi Aroge (GRA) Empowerment Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to providing safe alternatives for schoolchildren despite limited support from expected donors, especially corporate organisations. Founder of GRA Empowerment Foundation, Gabriel Rotimi Aroge, stated this ahead of the official launch of free Cycle 2 School Plus (C2S+) programme, aligning the unveiling with the 2025 United Nations World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.The programme, organised in partnership with the Lagos State Vocational Education Board, is scheduled for Friday, November 28, 2025, at the Government Technical College, Ikotun, Lagos, and is…

FORMER Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido, has alleged that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors blocked his bid to become the party’s national chairman, citing concerns over his independence.Lamido, in an interview with the Hausa Service of the BBCyesterday, claimed that Bauchi State governor andchairman of the PDP Governors Forum, Bala Mohammed, had called and asked him to abandon his candidacy because they could not influence him if he became chairman. The veteran politician recounted telling Mohammed that the PDP is a party with a history that should not be controlled by one person, adding that he was denied a…

English Premier League club Sunderland are keeping tabs on Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru ahead of a possible transfer in January, Soccernet.ng reports. Dele-Bashiru has had a topsy-turvy stay at Lazio since joining the club from Hatayspor for €3.43 million last year. ​So far, he has featured in 33 games, registering five goals and three assists. He began this season as a regular starter, playing as a central midfielder under coach Maurizio Sarri. Fisayo Dele-Bashiru in action for S.S Lazio Under 21sCopyright: ImagoxIPAxSport/ABACAx ​Unfortunately for him, he suffered a hamstring injury in September and has been sidelined since then. However,…

A five-year-old boy, identified as Mathias, has died after being swept away by floodwaters in Ekorinim 1, Calabar Municipality, while another child, Covenant, survived following a dramatic rescue by a resident, Mr. Abam Usang Bassey. The incident occurred on Sunday, November 16, after heavy rainfall flooded major parts of the community.Residents said the boys were among several children playing in the rain near a heavily flooded drainage channel around 5:30 p.m. Witnesses reported that the children had been taking turns riding on a sliced plantain trunk used as a makeshift raft along the fast-moving water.The thrill turned tragic when Mathias…

Ever wondered what Princess Wonda sounds like when she slows it down? “Darling” takes her away from the high-energy Afro-fusion hits you know and into a more reflective, soulful space. The track blends Afro-Pop and R&B with subtle cinematic touches that feel intimate and relatable. Fans of “City Boy” or “No Yawa” will recognise Wonda’s knack for keeping listeners hooked. Produced by Mr Marz, “Darling” layers smooth vocals over gentle harmonies and soft percussion, perfect for chilled playlists while still carrying her signature rhythm. This release also shows Wonda growing as an artist, with lyrics and storytelling that highlight her…