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The Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC) has resolved to confiscate and seal facilities used as quarters for child beggars in the state. The decision, reached during its 10th meeting at the new government house, aligns with the Anambra Homeland Security Law 2025, which mandates the closure and seizure of such premises. Commissioner for Information, Mr Law Mefor, explained that the initiative aims to ensure public safety and make Anambra a crime-free state. He highlighted that the Anambra Homeland Security Law underpins the state’s security efforts, including the Agunechemba security system and Operation Udo Ga-Achi (meaning “peace shall reign”), launched in…

Two-time UEFA Champions League winners, Chelsea, are closing in on a deal for French striker, Hugo Ekitike, after signing Liam Delap, shutting the door on a possible move for Victor Osimhen, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen has been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge for the past two seasons, but it appears the chase for the prolific goalscorer could be well and truly over. Chelsea splashed €30m to secure the services of Liam Delap from Ipswich Town, and while some of the club’s former players clamoured for the club to go after Osimhen, Enzo Maresca’s side have their gaze fixed on…

Idowu Abdullahi The Lagos State Ministry of Health has expressed readiness to deepen collaboration with the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria, Lagos Sector, to address the persisting challenges of maternal and infant mortality in the state. This was disclosed during an advocacy visit by SOGON executives, led by the former National President, Prof. Rotimi Akinola, and the Lagos Sector Chairman, Prof. Abidoye Gbadegesin, to the Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, at his office in Alausa, Ikeja. In his welcome remarks, Abayomi, in a statement by the ministry’s Director, Public Affairs, Tunbosun Ogunbanwo, emphasised that maternal…

Olympique Marseille are weighing up a sensational summer swoop for Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman, with the Europa League winner attracting growing interest from Europe’s elite clubs, Soccernet.ng reports. Lookman, 27, has enjoyed a stunning three-year spell at Atalanta, culminating in his talismanic display during their historic Europa League triumph last season — including a breathtaking hat-trick in the final against Bayer Leverkusen. His form has turned heads across Europe, with Marseille reportedly keen to muscle in on the race for his signature. Nigeria Super Eagles and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman. Photo by IMAGO The Nigerian winger finished the 2024-2025…

Justice Rahman Oshodi of a Lagos Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court has sentenced Francis Onwuzulike, a middle-aged man, to nine years and six months imprisonment for sexually assaulting his neighbour’s son, a 13-year-old student of Kosofe Senior High School. The judge found him guilty as charged by the state government for indecent treatment of a child, sexual assault, and indecent acts. The convict was initially arraigned sometime in 2018 for sexual assault by penetration, to which he had pleaded not guilty. The state counsel, Miss Bukola Okeowo, commenced the trial, during which the survivor, the 13-year-old boy, testified and…

Former Manchester United head coach, Erik Ten Hag, has called for the sale of Super Eagles and Bayer 04 Leverkusen striker, Victor Okoh Boniface, Soccernet.ng reports. The 24-year-old had a stellar debut season with Die Werkself, scoring 21 goals and providing nine assists in 34 games across all competitions while winning the league title and the DFB Pokal under Xabi Alonso. However, Boniface’s form dipped in the just-concluded season as he scored just 11 goals in 27 outings for Leverkusen, largely due to injury. Ahead of the summer transfer window, it appears Leverkusen are trying to part ways with the…

Agency The United Nations Children’s Fund UNICE and the Kaduna State Primary Health Care Board conducted a follow-up zero-dose mobile outreach in Gidan Maigari, addressing health gaps in the remote Zangon Aya Ward, Igabi Local Government Area, Kaduna State. The initiative aims to address the pressing health and nutrition needs of underserved and hard-to-reach communities. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the outreach was a response to an earlier intervention on May 28, which revealed widespread health challenges. These included a high number of unvaccinated children (zero-dose) and several cases of severe acute malnutrition. Speaking to journalists at the…

Rangers have a good history with Nigerian players, and they could sign one this summer, following the appointment of Russell Martin as coach, Soccernet.ng reports. The Gers had a disappointing campaign last season, as they went trophyless. Rangers failed to mount a strong title fight against Celtic and failed to win either of the Scottish Cup or the Scottish League Cup. That has brought about some changes at the club. At the end of the season, Rangers announced that they were parting ways with Russell Martin. New Rangers coach Russell Martin, (Photo by Imago) Then, today, they confirmed the appointment…

A commercial motorcycle rider known as Adewale Jethro has been hacked to death by gunmen suspected to be armed robbers. After killing the victim, the robbers made away with his motorcycle. The Guardian learnt the incident occurred around 11:30 pm on Wednesday night in Kabba, Kogi West Senatorial District, Kogi State. Confirming the incident, a statement issued on Thursday by Owe Titun Development stated that: “It is with deep sorrow and grave concern that we, the members and leadership of Owe Titún Development, react to the brutal and senseless murder of Mr. Adewale Jethro, a resident of Otu Community, which…

Victor Osimhen and Napoli have firmly rejected a €70 million approach from Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal, Soccernet.ng reports. According to Sky Sport Italia via Calcio Napoli, the Saudi giants submitted an official offer of €65 million plus €5 million in add-ons to lure the Nigerian forward to Riyadh. But Napoli were quick to turn it down, insisting on receiving the full €75 million stipulated in the player’s release clause. Nigeria Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen. Photo Credit X The response was not just from the club. Osimhen himself is reported to have rejected Al Hilal’s personal…