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Brighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler has explained what Super Eagles forward Femi Azeez must do to be in contention for his debut, Soccernet.ng reports. Azeez completed a move worth just over £15 million to the Seagulls on summer transfer deadline day but is yet to make an appearance as he continues his recovery from injury. The 25-year-old picked up the injury during Millwall’s 2-0 win over Bristol City in the opening game of the 2026/27 Championship season. Azeez was forced off just a few minutes into the encounter and has not featured since. He has since missed Brighton’s last three games, including their…

Gilbert Ekugbe The Federal Government has been urged to make food security and practical welfare support for elderly Nigerians two clear national priorities, as growing numbers of older citizens in rural and low-income communities struggle with hunger and isolation. In a statement on Thursday, philanthropist Ben Edem urged initiatives such as local food banks for the elderly in society. He observed that while many humanitarian programmes focus on children, youth and families, elderly people are often left out. “Many of them worked hard all their lives but can no longer earn enough to feed themselves. Some have lost their spouses…

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 Fact Checked by CryptoNews Editorial Team Author CryptoNews Editorial Team Part of the Team Since Sep 2018 About Author The CryptoNews editorial team is composed of seasoned writers specializing in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Their expertise ensures comprehensive, accurate, and insightful content for… Last updated:  September 18, 2026 The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis…

Mikel Arteta has made peace with Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler following their row last season as the pair go head-to-head again on Saturday. Hurzeler criticised Arteta’s style of play during a 1-0 defeat against the Gunners at the Amex Stadium in March. The German said “only one team tried to play football” and accused Arsenal of “making their own rules”. With the champions heading back to Brighton in the top flight this weekend, the spotlight will be fixed on the touchline to see if the spat lingers. Hurzeler refused to back down this week when quizzed on his comments from…

Brazilian side Atletico Mineiro have completed the signing of youngster Taiwo Maamun Alao from the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL), Soccernet.ng reports. Alao rose through the ranks at 36 Lion FC before eventually moving to Sporting Lagos, where he continued his development with the club’s youth setup. The 17-year-old later joined Ikorodu City for the 2025/26 season, making seven appearances for the club and helping them finish fourth in the NPFL. Nigerian youngster Taiwo Alao. [Photo Credit/ Ikorodu City Official Website] However, Ikorodu City eventually missed out on a place in continental competition, with Rangers, Rivers United and Shooting Stars…

Eight stadiums across Brazil will host the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, with all the venues having previously staged matches at the 2014 FIFA Men’s World Cup. The tournament, scheduled for June 24 to July 25, 2027, will be the first FIFA Women’s World Cup to be held in South America. The eight venues are the Estádio do Maracanã in Rio de Janeiro, Estádio Nacional in Brasília, Estádio Mineirão in Belo Horizonte, Arena Castelão in Fortaleza, Estádio Beira-Rio in Porto Alegre, Arena Itaquera in São Paulo, Arena Fonte Nova in Salvador and Arena de Pernambuco in Recife, FIFA aanounced on…

Falconets head coach Moses Aduku has revealed the major factor that helped Nigeria secure a stunning 3-0 victory over England at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup on Thursday, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria produced an impressive performance to thrash England in the Round of 16 and book their place in the quarter-finals of the competition. The Falconets have now recovered from their difficult start to the tournament and reached the last eight, where they will be hoping to continue their remarkable run as they target a first-ever U-20 Women’s World Cup title. Nigeria have twice finished as runners-up at the tournament,…

Toheeb Omotayo The Kwara State Government has shut down an unapproved orphanage in Ilorin, the state capital, and rescued 30 children found at the facility. The children, comprising boys and girls aged between two and 15, were removed from the Iranlowo Oluwa Orphanage and Children’s Home on Thursday by officials of the state Ministry of Social Development. The rescued children have been transferred to a government-approved shelter, where they are expected to undergo medical screening and receive food, education and psychosocial support while the authorities assess their individual circumstances. The development was disclosed by the Kwara State Ministry of Social…

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Top headlines this Friday morning include reports that President Bola Tinubu may intervene to broker a truce between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and APC governors while on vacation in France, amid rising tensions ahead of the 2027 elections. This is as the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps launches a probe into the deaths of suspected illegal miners in its detention facility in Niger State. Also in politics, the Obi-Kwankwaso Movement unveils a 59-member presidential campaign council. The recap in full: Wike vs APC govs: Tinubu may broker truce in France President Bola Tinubu is set to intervene in the…