Author: Press Room

Olugbenga Ige A three-storey shopping complex collapsed in the Alakija area of Lagos State on Thursday, leaving one person dead, 10 others rescued, and an unspecified number feared trapped beneath the rubble. The building, located on Old Ojo Road near Alakija Bus Stop, off the Lagos-Badagry Expressway in Satellite Town, collapsed at about 11:40 a.m., prompting an emergency response from the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency and other rescue agencies. According to a statement issued on Thursday, LASEMA Permanent Secretary, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, said a coordinated rescue operation was underway to locate and extricate victims trapped in the debris. “LASEMA…

West Ham United have become the latest club to express their interest in Super Eagles defender Chibuike Nwaiwu ahead of the summer transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. Nwaiwu’s long-term future in Turkey remains uncertain despite only joining Trabzonspor a few months ago and the 22-year-old could leave the club in the coming weeks if an offer that meets their valuation arrives. The Nigerian defender joined the Black Sea Storm from Austrian side Wolfsberger in January, where he played a key role in their historic Austrian Cup triumph during the 2024-25 season, marking the first major domestic title in the club’s history. Nigeria and Trabzonspor defender Chibuike Nwaiwu: Copyright: IMAGOxGEPAxpictures/xAvnixRetkoceri He…

The Anambra State Police Command has dismissed a viral security alert circulating on social media, which alleged that a military helicopter dropped unknown items in a bush between Nimo and Adazi-Nnukwu communities in Anaocha Local Government Area of the state. The command described the alert as a false alarm capable of causing unnecessary panic and undermining public confidence in the state’s security network. In an official statement released on Thursday by the command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the police revealed that tactical teams were dispatched to the area to verify the claims as soon as the report surfaced online. Police…

Ivory Coast teenage sensation Yan Diomande has continued to make history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with his impressive performances for the Elephants, Soccernet.ng reports. The RB Leipzig winger arrived at the tournament as one of Africa’s most exciting young talents to watch, after he enjoyed a breakout campaign in Germany, which also earned him the Bundesliga Rookie of the Season award. The 19-year-old has carried that form to the World Cup, emerging as one of Ivory Coast’s standout performers in their opening two matches. Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande looks on. Photo by DeFodi ImagesxThor WegnerxImago Diomande won the Man of the Match award in Ivory…

The widow of late Nollywood actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has appealed to Nigerians for assistance, saying she and her children are struggling to pay rent, school fees and other basic needs. The appeal was made in a video interview with a content creator, King Mitchy, in which the actor’s wife and children spoke about the family’s living conditions following his death. Speaking emotionally, the widow said the family had been without electricity for about two months after their power supply was disconnected over unpaid bills. She also revealed that they rely on water from a well…

Peter Dada A Non-Governmental Organisation, Jhpiego Global, has partnered with the Ondo State Government to reduce maternal mortality and improve the health of mothers and newborns during and after childbirth. The President and Chief Executive Officer of Jhpiego, Dr Allyson Bear, stated this in Akure on Wednesday at the end of a meeting on the Postpartum Haemorrhage project in Ondo State. Bear said the organisation remained committed to promoting maternal survival across Africa through innovative interventions and partnerships with governments and other stakeholders. She recalled that the project, which began in 2014 and was piloted in Ondo and Kebbi states,…

Two newly promoted Turkish Süper Lig clubs, Erzurumspor and Amedspor, are reportedly interested in signing Super Eagles forward Peter Olayinka as they prepare for the 2026/27 season, Soccernet.ng reports. The 30-year-old Olayinka has become a notable name in the Turkish transfer market after reports suggested that Erzurumspor are close to reaching an agreement with the experienced winger. The Nigeria international is currently available on a free transfer, making him an attractive option for clubs looking to add quality and experience without paying a transfer fee. Super Eagles forward Peter Olayinka. Copyright: xMarkoxMetlas/xMNxPressxIMAGO According to reports from Turkey, Erzurumspor have intensified…

The Edo State Government has expressed readiness to explore the existing 72 tourism assets in the state to promote hospitality business, create employment and other ancillary ventures in the state. The Director-General of the Edo State Tourism Agency, Mrs Vivian Elabor, stated this while addressing journalists on Wednesday in Benin on the First EdoTourism Summit and Fashion Show billed for June 29th and 30th. Elabor identified the Benin moat, Ososo carnival, Kukuruku Hills, several festivals in Ubiaja, dress partners and several others as some of the assets. She said, “The administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo is ready to explore the…

Morocco continued their remarkable rise on the world stage after defeating Haiti 4-2 in a thrilling Group C match at Atlanta Stadium, securing a place in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. The victory also saw the Atlas Lions surpass two long-standing World Cup records previously held by Nigeria’s Super Eagles, as they further strengthened their claim as Africa’s most successful team in World Cup history. Morocco, who heeded the advice of a former Super Eagles star, finished second in Group C with seven points from three matches. They ended level on points with…

South Africa coach Hugo Broos said his team had shut up the “big mouths” after the Bafana Bafana qualified for the World Cup knockouts for the first time in their history by beating South Korea 1-0 on Wednesday. The African team, playing in the tournament for the fourth time, finished second in Group A behind co-hosts Mexico, who had a perfect record of three wins out of three. South Africa, who last featured at the World Cup when they hosted it in 2010, were widely written off after their 2-0 loss to Mexico in their opening match. But they battled…