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Napoli need to sign a replacement for Romelu Lukaku before the transfer window closes in two weeks, and they are eyeing a Super Eagles star… Italian Serie A champions Napoli are considering a transfer for Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. The Partenopei are in the market for a new marksman after their main striker Lukaku sustained a muscle injury which will keep him out of action for most of the first half of the season. They also don’t have many options, as they sold Giacomo Raspadori to Atletico Madrid two weeks ago. The only striker they…

A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has convicted and sentenced two men, Ajetsibo Emami and Solomon Akpomuai, to a combined 10 years imprisonment for trafficking large quantities of cannabis. Justice Deinde Dipeolu delivered the rulings on Monday, August 18, 2025, in two separate cases brought before Court 8 of the Federal High Court. Thirty-seven-year-old Emami, popularly known as “Warri Kinsman,” was arrested in Ikeja on June 28, 2025, following a three-day operation by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). The operation led to the dismantling of his network and the recovery of 24 jumbo bags containing 681 pouches…

The apex Igbo sociocultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, on Monday stated that last Saturday’s by-election, which saw the All Progressives Congress (APC) win most of the seats, provided a clear indication of what will happen in the 2027 general election, pleading with the southeast to support the President Bola Ahmad Tinubu-led government. In a statement, the Deputy President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, analysed that the significant underperformance of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has elicited a profound sense of dismay and disillusionment throughout Nigeria, adding that Ohanaeze will not be deceived again. He also added that the unexpected…

Ademola Lookman’s future is up in the air after Inter Milan gave up the pursuit of the Super Eagles forward due to Atalanta’s stubbornness, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nerazzurri were confident they’d be able to secure the services of the 2024 CAF Player of the Year from Atalanta, but La Dea declined all of Inter’s offers, leaving them no choice, as Lookman had already turned down the other options he had because he wanted a move to the San Siro. Personal terms were never a problem for the 27-year-old, but the 2024 UEFA Europa League winners maintain they won’t sell Lookman…

The prospect of former President Goodluck Jonathan contesting the 2027 presidential election has resurfaced in political discussions, with opinions divided among former politicians and party stakeholders. Mathias Tsado, a former presidential aspirant of the Action Democratic Party (ADP), called on Jonathan’s associates to persuade him to run, arguing that the former Bayelsa governor possesses qualities needed to address Nigeria’s current challenges. “Yes, he has not declared that he wants to run for election, but for somebody like me, I am praying for a day that will come when President Goodluck Jonathan will declare and say, ‘I want to run,’” Tsado…

After days on a self-imposed exile, Ademola Lookman has returned to Atalanta’s training ground following the collapse of his proposed move to Inter Milan, Soccernet.ng reports. Lookman’s return to Atalanta brings an end to one of the summer’s most turbulent transfer standoffs in Italian football. The Nigerian forward had been pushing for a switch to the Serie A champions after Inter lodged a €45m bid with performance-related bonuses. Ademola Lookman. Photo Credit: Lookman/X Atalanta, however, rejected the approach, insisting that any sale would only be considered for a higher fee and to a club outside Italy. That stance effectively ruled…

The Abu Najim Police Department in Sirte has arrested six Nigerian nationals, a Libyan driver, and his mother for alleged involvement in human trafficking, authorities confirmed. A statement from Migrant Rescue Watch (MRW) said the police intercepted a vehicle driven by the Libyan suspect, identified by his initials A.M.M., who was accompanied by his mother. The six undocumented Nigerian migrants were discovered inside the vehicle during the operation. “Abu Najim Police Dept. (Sirte) seized a vehicle and arrested a Libyan driver (‘A.M.M.’) accompanied by his mother for attempted human smuggling of six undocumented migrants of Nigerian nationality. All referred to…

Angela Onwuzoo Maternal health experts have asked women to adequately take care of their health after delivery and monitor their blood pressure regularly for early detection of postpartum hypertension. Postpartum hypertension, according to them, is high blood pressure that develops after childbirth and could potentially lead to serious complications, even if there were no issues during pregnancy. The gynaecologists noted that it’s crucial to monitor blood pressure during and after pregnancy, as many cases of postpartum hypertension are diagnosed after the initial hospital discharge. They warned that if left untreated, it could lead to serious complications like stroke, organ damage,…

The Chairman of Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Mohammed Shehu, has called for the review of the salaries of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, ministers, and other political office holders. According to Shehu, Tinubu earns N1.5 million monthly while ministers earn less than N1 million. He added that these salaries have remained unchanged since 2008. Citing the increasing cost of living, Shehu noted that their salaries are inadequate and outdated. “You are paying the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria N1.5m a month, with a population of over 200 million people. Everybody believes that it is a joke.…

Former Zimbabwe international striker Tendai Ndoro has been found dead at his home in Johannesburg, Soccernet.ng reports.  Per Sun News, the cause of his death is still unknown, but the 40-year-old has previously faced health issues. Orlando Pirates—where Ndoro scored 25 goals in 45 appearances—confirmed his passing in a heartfelt statement, expressing deep sorrow at the loss. “Orlando Pirates Football Club is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our former striker, Tendai Ndoro (2015–2017). The club extend heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.” Orlando Pirates Football Club is deeply saddened to…