Brazilian winger Antony has shed light on his decision to join Real Betis permanently, despite receiving a last-minute offer from German giants Bayern Munich. The 25-year-old officially signed for Betis on transfer deadline day in a £21.65 million deal from Manchester United, after spending the second half of last season on loan with the Spanish side. Antony’s time at Old Trafford was marked by limited opportunities under new manager Ruben Amorim, which ultimately paved the way for his departure. His successful loan spell in La Liga convinced Betis to make the move permanent. During his unveiling as a Real Betis…
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The Taraba State Government has sounded a strong warning against individuals or groups conferring unauthorized traditional titles across the state. During a press briefing in Jalingo on Wednesday, the Permanent Secretary of the Bureau for Local Government, Traditions and Chieftaincy Affairs, Engineer Godfrey Dame Andrew, revealed that some people have been moving from one local government area to another, illegally conferring traditional titles on their associates while falsely claiming government approval. He described these actions as “false and mischievous,” stressing that the Bureau has not granted any permission for such activities. According to him, the state remains committed to upholding…
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has officially launched a nationwide campaign to address the growing trend of unruly graduation “sign-out” practices among Nigerian students. The initiative was flagged off at the Federal Secretariat in Bauchi by the agency’s Director-General, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu. For years, the “sign-out” culture has become a staple of graduation celebrations in both secondary schools and universities. Students typically wear white shirts or uniforms, which are then signed with permanent markers by classmates and friends to mark the end of their academic journey. While the tradition started as a fun way to celebrate, it has, in recent…
Why the Strike? Workers at Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi (MOAUM), have taken a bold step by embarking on an indefinite strike. The decision came after years of frustration over unpaid welfare benefits and delayed financial entitlements. The Joint Action Committee (JAC), which represents the Non-Academic Staff Union of Associated and Educational Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), announced the strike after holding an emergency congress on Tuesday. According to JAC, the strike was triggered by: Failure to implement the new national minimum wage. Non-payment of the 25/35% salary increase. Accumulated arrears owed to staff.…
In a statement released on Tuesday by his Senior Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President pledged to intensify the fight against banditry with the deployment of advanced military hardware, including surveillance drones and modern security gadgets. Tinubu reassured Nigerians that the nation’s security challenges are not insurmountable. He emphasized that his administration is actively reviewing strategies to restore peace, with a particular focus on grassroots-level security. One of the key measures being considered is the establishment of state police and the upgrade of forest guards—a move that could help security agencies adapt to local terrains, culture,…
Kelechi Iheanacho Signs for Celtic After Leaving Sevilla Super Eagles forward, Kelechi Iheanacho, has officially signed for Celtic as a free agent, following the termination of his contract with Sevilla. The 28-year-old Nigerian striker became available on transfer deadline day after mutually parting ways with the Spanish side. Celtic, who were in competition with two other European clubs, successfully secured his signature on a one-year deal. Iheanacho’s move sees him reunite with Brendan Rodgers, his former coach at Leicester City. Rodgers expressed confidence in the signing, stating that Iheanacho’s experience and attacking quality will make a “big contribution” to the…
The head of Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL), Howard Webb, has publicly admitted that a serious error was made during Fulham’s 2–0 defeat to Chelsea last weekend. The controversy came when Josh King’s early strike was disallowed after a VAR review. Referee Rob Jones, guided by VAR official Michael Salisbury, ruled that Rodrigo Muniz had committed a foul on Chelsea’s Trevoh Chalobah in the build-up. The decision stopped Fulham from taking the lead in the London derby, which eventually swung in Chelsea’s favor. Speaking on Match Officials Mic’d Up, Webb did not mince words about the incident: “It wasn’t…
Former England and Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes believes Chelsea’s summer signing Alejandro Garnacho has what it takes to make a big impact at his new club. The 21-year-old Argentine winger completed a surprising transfer from Manchester United to Chelsea during the summer window — a move that raised eyebrows across the football world. Speaking on The Overlap Fan Debate, Scholes explained why he thinks the youngster will fit in perfectly at Stamford Bridge: “Chelsea are almost the best of the rest under the top three teams, and they needed investment in the right areas. I think Garnacho will be…
The 2023 Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has called for a thorough investigation into allegations made by former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, that the Federal Government was paying bandits. Baba-Ahmed made his position clear during an appearance on Politics Today, a Channels Television programme aired on Tuesday. He strongly criticized the response from the office of the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, which had earlier dismissed El-Rufai’s claims. In his words: “If the so-called office of the National Security Adviser would take this statement with levity, then Nuhu Ribadu was never a policeman; he is not a…
In a heartbreaking turn of events, veteran Nollywood actress Peju Ogunmola has lost her only child, Shina, at just 24 years old. Reports confirm that the tragedy occurred on Tuesday while the actress was actively engaged on a movie set. Shina, who had only recently completed his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme, sadly passed away a few months into life after service. The devastating news was first made public by filmmaker Seun Oloketuyi, who shared the announcement via a Facebook post late Tuesday night. His words read: “Peju Ogunmola loses a 24-year-old son. Her only child. Please, remember her…