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Norwegian club Molde have provided a major update on Flying Eagles midfielder Daniel Daga, four months after he was initially sentenced to jail for sexual assault, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The 19-year-old defensive midfielder arrived in Norway in January 2025 with high expectations, viewed as a rising talent destined for the Super Eagles. He quickly established himself as a key player for Molde, making 17 appearances for the club. ​His career hit a significant hurdle in April 2025, when he was reported to Norwegian authorities for an alleged sexual offense. Daniel Daga of Molde FK. Copyright: ImagoxMikolajxBarbanellx Although Daga maintained his innocence,…

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday affirmed the leadership of the African Democratic Congress headed by former Senate President David Mark, dismissing a suit filed by a member of the House of Representatives, Leke Abejide, challenging the party’s leadership structure. Delivering judgment, Justice Musa Liman held that the suit lacked merit and was not justiciable because it related to the internal affairs of a political party. The court upheld the preliminary objections filed by the ADC, its former National Chairman, Ralph Nwosu, the incumbent National Chairman, David Mark, and the party’s National Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola. Justice Liman ruled…

Galatasaray are showing serious interest in signing Rangers and Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. The interest from the reigning Super Lig winners is of particular note after it received a strong recommendation from Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen, according to Turkish news platform Aspor. Osimhen, who has spent two years at the Turkish champions and knows the club well, is believed to have spoken highly of Fernandez to Galatasaray officials. The two players are now teammates in the Super Eagles, and Osimhen reportedly believes the Rangers defender has the quality to strengthen the club’s back line. Emmanuel…

By Uthman Salami, Iyanuoluwa Abiola, Mojoyinoluwa Oluyemi, Enoch Oluwaleke and Temitayo Oshikoya Some residents of Ayinke Street, Shogunle, in the Oshodi area of Lagos State, recounted how Sunday’s flooding destroyed household property, damaged vehicles, and disrupted businesses after a section of the perimeter fence collapsed onto a major street. While findings by our correspondent indicated that the collapsed fence obstructed the free flow of floodwater, causing it to spill into homes and leave widespread destruction in its wake, residents appealed to the state government to provide relief materials to cushion the impact of their losses. When PUNCH Metro visited the…

Basketball superstar LeBron James congratulated Folarin Balogun on scoring for the United States in their World Cup victory on Wednesday after the striker emulated his trademark “Silencer” celebration. Balogun twice put the ball in the net in the 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina, whipping out James’s signature dance move each time, though his first effort was ruled offside. “THE (Silencer) HAS (Arrived) at the World Cup!” posted James on X, using a shushing emoji and another of a plane landing. “Helluva goal there, Young (King)!” added James, whose nickname is King James, using another emoji featuring a crown. The…

Italian Serie A club Venezia have made a breakthrough in their pursuit of Super Eagles striker Akor Adams, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The Nigerian forward has been linked with several clubs this summer following a solid campaign with Sevilla, where he recorded ten goals and three assists in 32 appearances to help the club avoid relegation. ​In recent weeks, Marseille and Sunderland were touted as potential destinations, and it appeared likely that he would join one of the two, especially as Sevilla are eager to sell him this summer. Adams of during the La Liga. Copyright: ImagoxAntonioxPozox/xPRESSINPHOTOx However, those clubs have recently…

No fewer than 18 people have been killed in a communal clash linked to a lingering land dispute in Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State, with 15 of the victims reportedly burnt to death after assailants set a two-bedroom apartment ablaze. The latest attack occurred on Tuesday night at Angwan-Baago near Godoro village, where the victims were trapped inside the building and burnt to death, according to the Niger State Police Command. The police said one other person was also killed at a separate location, bringing the total number of deaths recorded in the crisis to 18. The violence…

Former Super Eagles star Michael Emenalo has stepped down as the Saudi Pro League’s Director of Football after three years in the role, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The former Nigerian international has built a stellar reputation since transitioning into management after his playing days. During his time at Chelsea, he served as a chief scout, assistant first-team coach, and sporting director in his 10-year stint. ​He worked under former owner Roman Abramovich, playing a key role in restructuring the club’s academy and charting the path for the first team. His efforts helped lead the Blues to success in major competitions, including the…

The Federal Government on Thursday urged Nigerians to begin immediate preparations for possible flooding as the rainy season intensifies, warning that climate change has significantly altered the country’s rainfall patterns and heightened flood risks across several states. The call was made by the Special Assistant to the President on Climate Change Matters, Yussuf Kelani, who said recent flooding in Lagos and other parts of the country should serve as a wake-up call for governments, communities and citizens to prioritise disaster preparedness and climate resilience. In a statement issued in Abuja, Kelani said climate change was no longer a future environmental…

The Lagos State Government has disclosed that it prosecuted more than 100 people in the last one year for illegally occupying road medians and violating environmental regulations. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made this known on Wednesday during an inspection of the ongoing clearance of illegal traders and squatters from the Okokomaiko–Orile road median. The exercise, according to the state government on its offical social media handles, is aimed at permanently clearing the corridor, which has been designated for the Lagos Rail Mass Transit project. Wahab said the inspection was to assess compliance with Governor…