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Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has once again found himself in the spotlight away from football after he was spotted partying with Argentine model and television personality Belén Rodríguez in Milan, Soccernet.ng reports. Okoye was filmed enjoying a night out with Rodríguez at El Porteño Prohibido in Milan on Sunday, September 20, as the Argentine celebrity celebrated her 42nd birthday. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Udinese goalkeeper and Rodríguez were among a group of people at the popular Milan venue, where they were seen chatting and dancing during the evening. Poland Vs Nigeria, Maduka Okoye. Copyright: ImagoxMikolajxBarbanellx Get…

Princess Etuk More than 8,000 communities and 4,500 schools across 15 states are at risk of flooding between September 19 and 25, according to the latest National Flood Advisory issued by the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency. The agency warned that rising river levels could trigger flooding in vulnerable communities, exposing schools, healthcare facilities, markets, religious buildings and farmlands to possible inundation. The warning was contained in the agency’s National Flood Advisory issued on Saturday by its Director-General and Chief Executive Officer, Arch Umar Mohammed. The affected states include Imo, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Benue, Anambra, Akwa Ibom, Edo, Enugu, Bayelsa,…

China expelled two high-ranking military officers, Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli, from the ruling Communist Party on Monday, state media reported, months after it was announced they were being investigated for “serious violations of the law.” Youxia held the position of the more senior of two vice chairmen on the Central Military Commission, making him China’s highest-ranked general. However, the defence ministry said in January that Youxia and the second officer, Zhenli, were “suspected of serious violations of discipline and the law,” a common euphemism for corruption. The announcement fit into the sweeping anti-graft drive that has defined President Xi…

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Former Scotland midfielder Andy Halliday has weighed in on a controversial decision involving Nigerian defender Emmanuel Fernandez during Sunday’s Old Firm derby, Soccernet.ng reports. Rangers and Celtic clashed at Parkhead in the second Old Firm derby of the season, with Rangers securing a 1-0 victory to record their second win over their rivals in a week and close the gap at the top of the Scottish Premiership to two points. The Light Blues had already defeated Celtic 3-0 in the Scottish League Cup quarter-finals to book their place in the semi-finals before claiming another victory in the latest meeting. Ryan…

Football lovers will have to wait a little longer to see their favourite clubs back in action as the 2026/27 season takes a 16-day international break from September 21 to October 6. The extended break is part of a new FIFA international calendar which has merged the traditional September and October windows into one 16-day period, allowing national teams to play up to four matches instead of the usual two. The change means domestic football across Europe and other major leagues will temporarily give way to international action, with the Premier League, for instance, pausing after its September 20 fixtures…

Super Eagles attacker Ademola Lookman has received a show of faith from Diego Simeone despite his limited involvement in Atletico Madrid’s 2-1 victory over Real Madrid, Soccernet.ng reports. The 28-year-old started the Madrid derby on the bench as Simeone opted for Alex Baena and Giuliano Simeone as wing-backs, with the Super Eagles forward eventually introduced in the 67th minute. The Nigerian replaced Baena with Atletico already leading 2-0 following goals from Alejandro Grimaldo and Jonathan David. Ademola Lookman of Atletico de Madrid during the Madrid derby. Copyright: ImagoxMarinaxFrutos Get Our Sports News First – Join Our WhatsApp Channel Now! Lookman…

Abiodun Nejo The Ekiti State Government has assured residents that its health system remains vigilant and prepared to respond promptly to any public health threat. The State Epidemiologist, Bosede Alowooye, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to safeguarding the health and well-being of residents through proactive and evidence-based preparedness activities. A statement issued by the state Ministry of Health in Ado Ekiti on Sunday said Alowooye spoke during a two-day refresher training and simulation exercise for case managers and other health personnel held at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Ido Ekiti. The epidemiologist said although no case of Ebola had been reported in…

England manager Thomas Tuchel has named a 27-man squad for the opening four matches of the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League, with Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer among those returning to the Three Lions fold. Tuchel made eight changes to the World Cup squad. PUNCH Online on Monday reported that the squad was announced on Friday, September 18, ahead of an extended international window running from September 21 to October 6. Pickford and Trent Alexander-Arnold Alexander-Arnold, who now plays for Real Madrid, returns alongside his club teammate Jude Bellingham, while Chelsea forward Palmer is also included after missing the 2026 World…

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