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Versatile Nigerian winger Ridwan Sanusi has completed a transfer to Slovakian club AS Trencin as the transfer window draws to a close, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The 23-year-old has been constantly on the move since arriving in Europe in 2021, as he has played for five different Slovakian clubs – ŠKF Sereď, Slavoj Trebišov, FK Pohronie, FK Železiarne Podbrezová, and MŠK Žilina, whom he joined last year. ​Sanusi spent last season on loan at Podbrezová, providing three assists in 25 appearances to help them secure a sixth-place finish in the Slovakian Niké Liga. Ridwan Sanusi at Podbrezova. (Photo by Imago) ​After returning…

UEFA is set to drop its threat to boycott FIFA competitions after receiving assurances that Gianni Infantino’s controversial plan to sell stakes in the World Cup and other major tournaments will not be revived. The decision is expected to be confirmed at a UEFA executive committee meeting in Monaco, with European football’s governing body satisfied that its key conditions for ending the boycott threat have been met. UEFA’s 55 member associations had unanimously backed a boycott after details emerged of FIFA Forward Enterprises, a proposal that would have opened stakes in major FIFA competitions to private investors. According to BBC…

The Nigerian Medical Association has urged doctors to take the lead in the fight against quackery and unethical practices in the health sector, stressing that efforts to protect patients must begin with maintaining the highest professional standards within the medical profession. The NMA President, Prof Afekhide Omoti, made the call in Abuja at the association’s First Ordinary National Executive Council meeting of the new National Officers’ Committee for 2026 on Wednesday. The meeting, which brought together medical practitioners, senior members of the profession, government officials and other stakeholders, has as its theme, “Transforming Healthcare Practice in Nigeria: Building Trust, Accountability…

Author Ahmed Barakat Author Ahmed Barakat Part of the Team Since Aug 2025 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 26, 2026 Dogecoin is still holding most of this week’s advance even after retreating from a break above $0.10, a move that has also redirected trader attention toward smaller dog-themed tokens.DOGE spent much of August range-bound before joining a broader crypto rebound and climbing from $0.07 to above $0.10 on Saturday. It has since pulled back…

Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi marked his first start for Coventry City with a goal and an assist as Frank Lampard’s side defeated Plymouth Argyle 4-2 in the Carabao Cup second round, Soccernet.ng reports. Awoniyi needed just three minutes to open his Coventry account after Caleb Yirenkyi’s sublime flick released him behind the Plymouth defence. The Nigerian kept his composure to finish and give the Sky Blues a dream start. The 29-year-old was involved again two minutes later, turning provider for Jack Rudoni to double Coventry’s advantage as Lampard’s team appeared to be heading towards a comfortable victory. Taiwo Awoniyi…

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, Plateau State University, Bokkos chapter, ASUU-PLASU, has declared a total, comprehensive and indefinite strike over what it described as the failure of the university administration to satisfactorily address its six-point charter of demands. The union announced the industrial action on Wednesday after its Congress meeting, following the expiration of a 14-day ultimatum issued to the university administration on August 11. In a statement signed by the Chairperson, Vincent D. Choji, and Secretary, Lomka Kopdiya made available to reporters on Wednesday, the union said its demands remained unresolved despite the expiration of the ultimatum. The…

Super Eagles forward Taiwo Awoniyi played a starring role as Coventry City advanced to the third round of the EFL Cup with a 4-2 victory over Plymouth Argyle, Soccernet.ng reports. The 29-year-old joined Coventry City this summer in a £9 million deal from Nottingham Forest and made his first appearance for the club in their 3-0 defeat to Arsenal in the Premier League opener last weekend. Awoniyi was handed his first start for the club in Tuesday night’s second-round clash and made the most of the opportunity, scoring once and providing an assist in the impressive victory. The Nigerian striker opened the scoring after…

Manchester City are preparing a fresh move for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, with the Premier League champions expected to test Chelsea’s resolve before the transfer window closes. As reported by BBC Sport on Wednesday, City have identified the Argentina international as a priority target as manager Enzo Maresca looks to strengthen his midfield following several major departures. Chelsea have placed a £120 million valuation on Fernandez, although reports suggest the club’s position on a potential sale remains dependent on securing a suitable replacement. The 25-year-old has reportedly attracted strong interest from City despite an earlier deadline set by Chelsea for…

By Ayoola Babalola The Lagos State Government has urged Traditional Birth Attendants to strengthen referrals to health facilities when pregnant women develop complications, as new figures showing a sharp decline in TBA-recorded antenatal registrations and deliveries raise concerns about how women are accessing maternal healthcare in parts of the state. The call was made by the Permanent Secretary, Health District III, Dr Monsurat Adeleke, at a stakeholders’ meeting with TBAs in Ibeju-Lekki, where officials sought to determine whether the decline reflected a shift towards formal health facilities or whether some women were dropping out of maternal care altogether. Adeleke disclosed…

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