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Rafiu Durosinmi has been linked to Lazio and Udinese in recent weeks, and there is a chance he could move this summer Udinese and Lazio target Rafiu Durosinmi has disappointing since the start of the season, but his Viktoria Plzen coach Miroslav Koubek has backed him to return to his best soon, Soccernet.ng reports. Durosinmi would probably be an Eintracht Frankfurt player last year if not for a knee injury that kept him out of action for 15 months. However, the big Nigerian striker returned to action midway into last season and started banging in goals consistently. Durosinmi contributed nine…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested the founder and General Overseer of The Turn of Mercy Church, Prophet Adefolusho Aanu Olasele, also known as Abbas Ajakaiye, in connection with alleged cross-border drug trafficking. According to NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi, Olasele was apprehended on Sunday, 3 August 2025, at his church in Okun Ajah, Lekki, Lagos. Operatives had monitored the premises throughout the day and detained him after the evening service. The NDLEA stated that the arrest followed the seizure of two consignments of cannabis known as Ghana Loud, linked to the suspect. The first, weighing 200 kilograms,…

Dr. Josef Onoh, former spokesman for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s campaign in the Southeast, has publicly criticised former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi, describing his recent presidential aspirations and promises as “unrealistic” and “intellectually bankrupt.” Speaking in response to Amaechi’s remarks during a live session on the X Space platform titled Weekend Politics, Onoh issued a detailed statement challenging the feasibility and constitutional grounding of Amaechi’s pledges. “Amaechi is someone I hold in high esteem, and my submissions are not made to disrespect him in any way as our friendship is valued more than politics,” Onoh said. “But that will…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe Public health experts and nephrologists have warned Nigerians against the rising use of detox products, saying that contrary to popular belief, these substances cannot cleanse the liver or kidneys. The physicians warned that many of the detox products marketed as natural remedies for removing toxins could cause more harm than good. Speaking exclusively with PUNCH Healthwise, the experts explained that there is no scientific evidence backing many detoxifiers widely promoted as effective for eliminating toxins and improving overall health. They cautioned that the liver and kidneys were self-cleansing organs that do not need external products to function properly.…

Galatasaray began their defence of the Turkish Super Lig crown with a statement 3-0 victory away to Gaziantep, but all eyes were on the absence of their record signing, Victor Osimhen, Soccernet.ng reports. Okan Buruk’s side controlled the game from start to finish, with summer arrival Leroy Sané producing a confident display on his debut following his move from Bayern Munich. Yet it was the man who powered Gala to last season’s league and cup double, now secured permanently from Napoli in a €75 million transfer, who was missing from the matchday squad. Victor Osimhen and Leroy Sane at the…

Forest currently boast two Super Eagles stars, Ola Aina and Taiwo Awoniyi, in their ranks but a third could join before the end of the summer transfer window Nottingham Forest have emerged as surprise contenders to sign Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman, hoping to capitalise on Atalanta’s refusal to sell to Serie A rivals Inter Milan, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old, who scored 20 goals across all competitions for Atalanta last season, has formally requested to leave Bergamo this summer. While Inter have already agreed personal terms with the former Fulham attacker, their bids have yet to meet Atalanta’s €50m (£45m)…

No fewer than five people sustained injuries during a clash between herders and farmers in the Ungogo Local Government Area of Kano State. According to security analyst and counter insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, the Kano State Police Command said the incident occurred at about 2 p.m on Friday, August 8 in Sabon Gida Minchika village. The police said the victims, Abubakar Muhammad, Nasiru Miko, Umar Usman, Umar Sale, and Anas Usman, all from the same village, sustained serious injuries in the fracas. They were taken to the Ungogo Primary Health Care Centre, where they were treated and discharged. “Relevant stakeholders…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe Nutrition experts have raised concerns over low milk consumption among children under five, warning that the deficiency could lead to serious health consequences such as stunted growth, rickets, impaired brain development, and poor immunity. The nutritionists emphasised that milk remains one of the most nutrient-rich foods for children under the age of five, and its regular consumption is essential for healthy development. While stressing that regular milk consumption plays a vital role not only in building strong bones but also in supporting immunity and mental development, the nutritionists said inadequate intake could impact growth, bone development, immunity, and…

Remo Stars will launch their third CAF Champions League campaign against Comoros outfit US Zilimadjou after Saturday’s preliminary round draw in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, Soccernet.ng reports. Rivers United, Nigeria’s other representative in the competition, will take on the champions of DR Congo, who are yet to be determined. The draw, conducted at Azam Media Studios, featured a record 62 elite teams from across the continent, all vying for a place in African club football’s most prestigious tournament. Remo Stars, crowned Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions last season, are hoping to break new ground after falling at the first…

The Enugu State Police Command has foiled an armed robbery, neutralised one suspect, and recovered firearms, ammunition, and other exhibits. The incident, according to the Enugu police spokesman, SP Daniel Ndukwe, occurred at about 4:10 a.m on Wednesday, August 6 2025, when a distress call alerted Independence Layout Police Division to a robbery at Premier Layout, Enugu. Responding swiftly, the Divisional Police Officer mobilised operatives and the Neighbourhood Watch Group to the scene. On sighting them, the criminal gang opened fire, but the team responded with superior firepower, neutralising one of the hoodlums, whose identity remains unknown, while others fled.…