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Portuguese Primera Liga giants Porto are looking to part ways with Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. Sanusi has been at Porto since 2020, when he joined from fellow Portuguese club Santa Clara in a deal worth €4 million. Upon his transfer, the 28-year-old defender quickly fit into the team and became and integral member of the team. In the 2021/22 season, he scored the goal that sealed Porto’s status as Primera Liga champions. Porto defender from Nigeria ZAIDU SANUSI 12 lifting the trophy and celebrating after winning the Portugal Cup at Estadio Nacional Caxias Portugal –…

The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised President Bola Tinubu over his visit to Saint Lucia, describing the trip as “ill-timed and insensitive” given the deepening hardship, insecurity, and natural disasters afflicting Nigeria. Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, had announced on Friday that the President would embark on a state visit to the Caribbean nation on Saturday, as part of efforts to deepen Nigeria’s diplomatic engagement with the region and promote South-South cooperation. The visit, Onanuga said, would be followed by Tinubu’s participation in the 17th BRICS Summit in Brazil. However, in a…

The Bauchi State Government has successfully returned 2,550 pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj exercise. Executive Secretary of the Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, Imam Abdulrahman Idris, explained that the last flight landed at the Sir Abubakar Abubakar Tafawa Balewa International Airport at about 10 am on Friday, carrying a total of 398 pilgrims, the last set sent on Hajj. Imam said this while speaking with journalists at the airport, attributing the success of the Hajj exercise to the government’s commitment and support from Governor Bala Mohammed. “This year’s Hajj operation was one of the best in recent years. The arrangements, both…

Suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has called on his supporters to accept a peace agreement between him and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, stating that a significant sacrifice is necessary to achieve lasting peace in the state. Fubara made the appeal on Saturday while addressing members of his political support group, known as the Simplified Family, in Port Harcourt. “We have fought. I think, in my own assessment and in the assessment of anyone here who is genuine in this struggle, you will know that we have done what we need to do,” the…

Idowu Abdullahi Pharmacists in the country have argued that capital punishment may not address the systemic lapses that allow drug counterfeiting to thrive. The experts maintained that while fake drug peddlers deserve such strict punishment, they pointed out that stronger regulation, better enforcement, and public awareness may prove more effective than death sentences. Speaking exclusively with PUNCH Healthwise, the druggists warn that focusing solely on punitive measures could overshadow the broader challenges in Nigeria’s healthcare supply chain. Their position was in response to a call by the Director-General, National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye,…

There are concerns over alleged bandit attacks at Gosa Market along Airport Road, Abuja, even as the FCT Police Command has remained mute. Eyewitnesses told The Guardian that the suspects, comprising dozens of bandits, invaded the market on Friday, destroying goods and attacking traders. A source who pleaded anonymity said, “I just learnt that some bandits attacked traders at Gosa Market today (Friday), along airport road. It was gathered that it took the intervention of the army to chase the bandits away.” Another eyewitness revealed that the incident, which occurred around 12 pm, sent a section of the market into…

Former Manchester United coach Erik Ten Hag was appointed as Bayer Leverkusen boss a little over a month ago, and that has put the future of Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface in the balance Soccernet.ng reports. Boniface joined Bayer Leverkusen from Belgian club Royale Union SG two years ago, an he has made quite an impression. In his first season, he contributed 21 goals and 10 assists in 37 appearances across all competitions. Then last season, he did 11 goals and two assists in 27 games. Get Our Sports News First – Click To Join Soccernet’s WhatsApp Channel Now! Although…

Chika Otuchikere Several school-age children and mothers in Niger State are actively involved in the various illegal mining operations across the state in order to eke out a living. Arewa PUNCH investigations reveal that these children are often seen at these illegal mines scattered all over Minna, the state capital digging and excavating the earth in search of precious stones for the owners of the mines. The meagre income made from this illegal activity led many of the children to abandon schooling in a bid to make a living from the mining sites. Many of the children can be seen…

The Gwagwalada APC Vanguard, Federal Capital Territory, has expressed its deep concern and strong opposition to the alleged imposition of a candidate from Kano State as the party’s flagbearer for the 2026 Gwagwalada Area Council Chairmanship election. The group, in a petition on Saturday, addressed to the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), signed by Mohammed Kabir, warned that any attempt to sideline well-qualified and grassroots-based aspirants from the local community in favour of an outsider who lacks historical connection, cultural understanding, and political investment in the area is not only unjust but also threatens the unity and credibility…

Former Nigeria international Emmanuel Amunike believes Barcelona’s current resurgence under Hansi Flick has its roots in the foundation laid by his predecessor, Xavi Hernandez, Soccernet.ng reports. Speaking in a recent interview with Sofascore (via SPORT), Amunike, who played for Barcelona between 1996 and 2000, credited Xavi for steering the Catalan giants through one of their most turbulent period in recent times. Appointed in November 2021, Xavi returned to his boyhood club during a period of financial crisis and a struggling team. Former Barcelona midfielder and manager Xavi Despite the challenges, he led Barça to the Supercopa de España in 2023…