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Former Manchester United striker Odion Ighalo has thrown the spotlight on one player who could cause Nigeria serious problems, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles prepare to face DR Congo in a crucial 2026 World Cup Intercontinental playoff match on today in Rabat. And an old video of Ighalo resurfaces. In a throwback interview with Juliet Bawuah in April 2020, Ighalo singled out DR Congo right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka for his defensive prowess and work rate. Alex Iwobi, Edson Alvarez and Aaron Wan-Bissaka in action during the Premier League game between West Ham and Fulham. Copyright: ImagoxPedroxPorru. [Photo Credit/ Imago].The Super Eagles…

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, to lead with humility and compassion rather than resentment. Speaking at the Guild of Editors in Abuja, Obi stressed that leadership carries a sacred responsibility to both the people and to God. His remarks followed Soludo’s certificate-of-return ceremony, where the governor reportedly mocked his critics, describing Obi as “a frustrated politician without a club” and attributing challenges in Anambra’s education system to him. Obi, however, chose not to respond with anger, instead emphasising integrity, restraint, and the primacy of service over politics.“I was surprised by Governor…

Former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, has dismissed the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) convention held in Ibadan on Saturday as a mere gathering of friends Lamido disclosed this on ARISE News; he said the convention could not be recognised under the law because a valid injunction, which he obtained on Friday afternoon, had been duly served on both the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the PDP. “I gather that the convention is something defined under law our law, our regulations and our general constitution. And since there has been a court order restricting the convention from holding, there cannot…

Fisayo Dele-Bashiru joined Lazio from Turkish Super Lig club Hatayspor last year… Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has become a topic of serious debate at Lazio, as coach Maurizio Sarri wants him to leave, but the club’s hierachy wants to keep him, Soccernet.ng reports. Since joining Lazio from Hatayspor for €3.4 milion last year, things have not exactly been smooth. The 24-year-old midfielder, who impressed in Turkey, has spent more time on the sidelines than on the pitch － either due to injuries or managerial changes. Manuel Locatelli of Juventus FC and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru of SS Lazio compete for the…

Says digital economy, renewable energy key to job creationUrges graduates to explore opportunities in agriculture President Bola Tinubu has disclosed that his administration is committed to making education play the pivotal role as the driving hub for national growth, prosperity, and development; hence, the need to make education more robust, responsive, and globally competitive. According to Tinubu, a blueprint that will ensure rapid revitalisation of university education in the country, as well as address challenges in the Nigerian University System, has been developed. The President stated this during the 36th convocation ceremony of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA),…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a wanted drug baron, Frank Chijioke Ibemesi, known as Chisco Bee, following weeks of surveillance on his operations. According to a statement released on Sunday by NDLEA’s spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, Ibemesi, 42, who runs Franc CJ Ibemesi Nig Ltd and Daisy Garden Hotel in Isolo, Lagos, was taken into custody in the early hours of Saturday, 15 November. In Pictures: NDLEA arrests Lagos hotelier, seizes 1.7 tonnes of cannabis Operatives subsequently led him to a warehouse in the same area where 42 jumbo bags and four cartons of Loud, a strain…

Janet Ogundepo Child health experts have stated that constant vomiting in babies immediately after feeding may be an early sign of infection and should never be dismissed as a normal feeding reaction. They further noted that constant vomiting puts babies at risk of dehydration, irritability, and poor weight gain because they lose more fluid than they retain. In separate interviews with PUNCH Healthwise, the paediatricians explained that while many parents assume vomiting after feeding is harmless, repeated and forceful episodes may indicate that the child’s digestive system is reacting to illness rather than to feeding technique. They also warned that…

Benin Republic head coach Gernot Rohr has delivered his latest prediction on the decisive World Cup playoff clash between Nigeria and DR Congo, Soccernet.ng reports. Rohr has backed the Super Eagles to edge Sunday’s contest in Rabat, but not without cautioning that the Congolese bring genuine danger. The Franco-German tactician, who previously coached Nigeria, had successfully forecast that both teams would win their respective semi-final ties on Thursday. Coach Gernot Rohr back when he handled Nigeria’s Super Eagles. Copyright: xSegunxOgunfeyitimixImago Nigeria eventually overpowered Gabon 4-1 after extra time, while DR Congo sealed progression with a dramatic stoppage-time header to defeat…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will be looking to book a spot in the Intercontinental World Cup playoffs when they lock horns with DR Congo on Sunday. In the semifinals, both team were thoroughly drilled and pushed by their opponents. The Super Eagles were forced into extra time against Gabon, while DR Congo had their hearts in their mouths until the final second against Cameroon. The game promises to be an interesting one, as both teams have some of the best players on the continent. Let’s dive into the major details. View this post on Instagram A post…

The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone C of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has handed over 151 wraps of Cannabis Sativa (Indian hemp) and 15 wraps of Canadian Loud, intercepted during routine patrols, to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Owerri, Imo State, for further investigation and action. In a statement, the Customs Area Controller of the unit, Bishir Balogun, said the Cannabis Sativa, weighing 77,500 grammes, and the Canadian Loud, weighing 8,600 grammes, were seized after operatives detected the concealed substances during patrol. He explained that the contraband was carefully hidden and transported in a manner meant…