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Iyanuoluwa Abiola The Lagos State Government has strengthened surveillance and preparedness against diphtheria as cases of the infectious disease continue to rise in several states across the country, with the state recording 53 suspected cases and six laboratory-confirmed cases in 2026. The Commissioner for Health, Prof Akin Abayomi, disclosed this on Wednesday at a press briefing on Lagos State’s diphtheria preparedness and response held at the Conference Room of the Folarin-Coker Staff Clinic, Alausa, Ikeja. Abayomi, however, reassured Lagos residents that the state was not currently experiencing an outbreak, explaining that its large population and constant movement of people between…

Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi is now the only Nigerian star left in Hull City’s first team squad following the departure of compatriot David Akintola, Soccernet.ng reports. Akintola’s long-awaited Premier League opportunity has ended without him playing a single minute in England’s top division. The Nigerian winger has left Hull City after the club terminated his contract, bringing an abrupt end to a spell that began with the promise of a Premier League breakthrough. Akintola joined Hull in August 2025, signing a two-year contract after leaving Turkish club Çaykur Rizespor. The move was a major step for the Oyo-born attacker,…

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Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE has approved 32 banks, fintechs, mobile operators and other platforms through which investors can subscribe for its shares when the public offer opens. The company published the list on its official IPO website, warning investors to subscribe only through channels listed on the platform. The approved channels comprise 19 banks, 10 fintech companies, two mobile operators and NGX Invest. The company said, “Only subscribe through the channels listed on this page. Do not subscribe through any channel not confirmed here.” The approved channels are: Banks Access Bank Ecobank FCMB Fidelity Bank FirstBank Globus Bank…

Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez has come under fresh criticism after making a costly error during Rangers’ 1-0 Scottish Premiership victory over St Mirren, Soccernet.ng reports. Fernandez recently apologised to Rangers supporters following criticism of his performances and vowed to improve after admitting he had not started the season at the level expected of him. However, the Nigerian defender was again singled out after Rangers’ narrow victory over St Mirren at Ibrox on Wednesday. Fernandez started the game alongside Olwethu Makhanya as Derek McInnes’ side secured all three points through a 91st-minute Bojan Miovski’s goal. Emmanuel Fernandez of Rangers. Copyright:…

The inaugural National Intermediate Games, earlier scheduled to be held in Lagos from October 1 to 15, 2026, have been postponed to the first quarter of 2027 to allow for further preparations and ensure a successful world-class event. The postponement was formally communicated by the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) to the National Sports Commission (NSC) following a comprehensive review of preparations by the Local Organising Committee, the NSC, and an independent Quality Control and Assurance Specialist. The review followed the Joint Technical Meeting held from September 3 to 6, 2026, and covered proposed facilities, sporting events, technical requirements, rules…

By Yemi Olakitan Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has declared a state of emergency on waste collection in the state, ordering immediate measures to address the challenges affecting the sector. Sanwo-Olu, accompanied by his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, made the declaration during an inspection of the Olusosun dumpsite in Ojota on Wednesday. The governor also held a meeting with stakeholders in the waste management sector at the dumpsite, where he assessed the challenges affecting municipal waste collection and outlined immediate, medium and long-term solutions. Sanwo-Olu acknowledged the slow pace of waste collection in different parts of the state, attributing the…

Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is closing in on a return from injury, with Lazio hoping he can rejoin team training before Saturday’s Serie A meeting with AC Milan, Soccernet.ng reports. La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Dele-Bashiru could return to group training between September 9 and 10. If that happens, Lazio coach Gennaro Gattuso could include the 25-year-old in his squad for the Milan game at the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday, September 12. A place on the bench is the realistic target rather than a starting role. That would still be an important step in Dele-Bashiru’s recovery. He has…

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Brazil have begun rebuilding after their disappointing 2026 World Cup campaign, with Carlo Ancelotti recalling Chelsea striker Pedro and Barcelona captain Raphinha for friendlies against Australia and India. PUNCH Online reported Wednesday that the first international break of the 2026/27 football season runs from September 21 to October 6, 2026. This is an extended “XL” window (about 16 days / three weeks of calendar time) in which national teams can play up to four matches, instead of the usual two. FIFA combined the traditional separate September and October breaks into one longer period. In the Premier League (and most major…