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English Premier League side Everton are mulling over a late swoop for Super Eagles defender Ola Aina, Soccernet.ng reports. ​With the English transfer window slamming shut today, several clubs are actively working to finalize last-minute deals. Everton are among those looking to strengthen their squad before the deadline. ​According to The Toffee Blues, Everton have opened talks with Nottingham Forest over a potential deal for Aina. The 29-year-old right-back is widely regarded as one of the league’s top performers and has been a consistent presence for Forest. Ola Aina and Joao Gomes Copyright: ImagoxMIxNewsx He was heavily linked with a…

Abia State Government says it is currently processing an additional batch of returnees from South Africa, adding that the state recorded eight cases of sexual and gender-based violence involving survivors aged between four and 25. Addressing journalists on Monday on the outcome of the week’s executive council meeting presided over by Governor Alex Otti, the Commissioner for Information, Okey Kanu, said the Ministry of Poverty Alleviation and Social Protection had continued to coordinate the protection, voluntary repatriation and reintegration of Abians affected by xenophobic violence in South Africa. According to him, “The ministry is currently processing an additional batch of…

Author Ahmed Barakat Author Ahmed Barakat Part of the Team Since Mar 2024 About Author Ahmed Barakat is a journalist and copywriter based in Georgia with a growing focus on blockchain technology, DeFi, AI, privacy, digital assets, and fintech innovation. Share Last updated:  August 31, 2026 Ledger upgrades do not trend on social media, but they change what a network can hold. That distinction drives the latest ChatGPT AI price prediction, where the model predicts XRP reaching $2.20 to $3.00 by the end of 2026, with $2.50 as the realistic base case.The strongest near-term catalyst landed on August 6. XRPL…

Former Super Eagles forward Peter Odemwingie has opened up on the infamous transfer deadline day saga involving West Bromwich Albion and Queens Park Rangers during his Premier League career, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian forward was at the centre of a controversial failed transfer in January 2013 when he attempted to leave West Brom for QPR. Odemwingie had joined the Baggies in 2010 from Russian side Lokomotiv Moscow in his first move to the Premier League. He quickly established himself at the club, with his impressive performances attracting interest from several top clubs in Europe. However, his relationship with West Brom deteriorated in…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has disclosed how public funds were moved from a local government account to a private company before being transferred into cryptocurrency wallets. The EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, disclosed on Monday while addressing media executives and journalists in Abuja, stressing that the commission could not ignore the suspicious movement of public funds. Olukoyede, however, did not disclose the local government, company or state involved in the transaction. He said the commission’s Fraud Risk Assessment and Control Department had detected the suspicious transactions and intervened by freezing the funds for 72 hours to establish their destination…

By Tosin Oyediran The United Kingdom government has announced that offenders convicted of manslaughter, death by dangerous driving and historic child sex offences will be excluded from upcoming changes to prison sentences, keeping them behind bars for longer. The Prime Minister’s Office announced the decision in a statement on Monday, saying the move would also apply to offenders convicted of killing emergency workers in the line of duty and causing or allowing the death of a child. The announcement on the Home Office website builds on earlier measures excluding prisoners convicted of rape, serious child sexual offences and grooming from…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will return to action for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in September, and a striker will be unavailable for selection by coach Éric Chelle, Soccernet.ng reports. ​This comes as striker Sadiq Umar has suffered an injury at Valencia. The 29-year-old marksman started for his club against newly promoted Deportivo La Coruña on Saturday, scoring his side’s only goal in a 3–1 defeat. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored for Deportivo, who were unfortunate to concede two own goals on the night. Umar Sadiq of Valencia CF. Photo by: Imago ​He played the full 90 minutes. However,…

Bukayo Saka scored the only goal as Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory over Aston Villa on Monday to give manager Mikel Arteta a winning celebration in his 250th Premier League game in charge. The victory gave Arsenal two wins from two league matches at the start of the 2026/27 campaign, while Villa remain without a point after two defeats. Villa, who suffered a 4-0 defeat to Brighton in their opening league fixture, started brightly despite losing several key players in recent weeks. The hosts almost took the lead after 12 minutes when Emiliano Buendia’s long-range effort struck the crossbar. Arsenal…

Author Ahmed Barakat Author Ahmed Barakat Part of the Team Since Mar 2024 About Author Ahmed Barakat is a journalist and copywriter based in Georgia with a growing focus on blockchain technology, DeFi, AI, privacy, digital assets, and fintech innovation. Share Last updated:  August 31, 2026 A hawkish speech knocked the wind out of the rally, and one model treats that as the opportunity. The latest Gemini AI price prediction predicts Bitcoin trading between $95,000 and $125,000 by the end of 2026, with a base-case price target of $110,000.The near-term pressure came from Jackson Hole. Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh…

​Super Eagles defender Olisa Ndah has completed a transfer to Libyan club Al Shomooa, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Talks had been ongoing since last week, when his agent, Mike Makaab, confirmed that negotiations with a Libyan club were underway. This update came amid reports linking the defender to reigning CAF Champions League holders Mamelodi Sundowns. ​With the move now finalized, Ndah will look to settle in over the coming days. Here are three key details to know about his transfer. BREAKING: Olisa Ndah is set to join Al Shommoa SC on a two-year deal, with the announcement now imminent. : Al Shommoa…