In a recent meeting held in Beijing, China, Russian President Vladimir Putin commended U.S. President Donald Trump and Trump’s administration for showing openness to Russia’s stance on the ongoing war in Ukraine. The remarks came during discussions with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. Putin highlighted that his recent conversations with Trump and senior U.S. officials demonstrated a shift toward listening and constructive dialogue. “The new administration listens to us,” Putin said, noting his optimism about the potential for a better mutual understanding. From Alaska Summit to Peace Talks Last month,…
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The race to secure a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is heating up, and the Super Eagles are already putting in the work. On Tuesday, fifteen players took part in the team’s first training session at the main bowl of the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. The session was conducted under the watchful eyes of head coach Eric Chelle, as the team gears up for their crucial qualifier against Rwanda. More reinforcements are on the way, with eight additional players set to join the camp on Wednesday. Among those expected are goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, forward Victor Osimhen,…
Kano Pillars have received a timely boost ahead of their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) matchday three fixture, as star midfielder Aminu Muhammad has officially returned to training. The dynamic midfielder had been out since the start of the 2025/26 NPFL season due to illness, leaving a gap in the team’s midfield. However, Muhammad rejoined his teammates on Tuesday’s training session, injecting renewed confidence into the squad. Head coach Evans Ogenyi, who is still searching for his first win of the season, will see Muhammad’s return as a major advantage. The Sai Masu Gida have only managed a single point…
Former Arsenal star and Sky Sports pundit, Paul Merson, has revised his prediction for the Premier League champions this season. At the start of the campaign, Merson strongly backed Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal to clinch their first league title in 22 years. However, after recent results, the ex-Gunner believes Liverpool now look like the side to beat. Speaking on Sky Sports, Merson pointed to Liverpool’s strong victories over both Arsenal and Newcastle United as a major turning point. “Yeah, I would’ve thought so after yesterday as well,” Merson explained. “I always weigh it up after watching key games. I thought advantage…
Nigeria’s political history has been shaped by moments of intense rivalry, but few periods remain as defining as the 2015 general elections. According to Datti Baba-Ahmed, the Labour Party’s Vice-Presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, the desperation to unseat then-President Goodluck Jonathan marked the beginning of the insecurity Nigeria is battling today. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Tuesday, Baba-Ahmed reflected on the events that fueled the atmosphere of violence and instability before and after the 2015 polls. “I contested against the late President Muhammadu Buhari in 2011. But from the moment he made that infamous security threat statement,…
The Delta State Police Command has apprehended a 52-year-old woman, Egbule Isioma, who is suspected of being a major drug dealer in Ughelli, Delta State. According to a statement released on Tuesday, Isioma was arrested on August 29 when operatives of the Ughelli Area Command carried out a raid on criminal hideouts as part of their ongoing fight against illicit drug use and its damaging impact on the youth. Isioma, who reportedly ran a chemist shop, was arrested alongside three of her apprentices — Mercy John, Favour John, and Amarachi Ngozi. Following their arrest, police officers executed a search warrant…
In a major breakthrough against insecurity, troops of Operation Fansan Yamma (OPFY) have successfully rescued nine kidnapped victims, including women and children, during an ambush on terrorists in Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The rescue, confirmed by Captain David Adewusi, OPFY’s Media Information Officer, took place after security forces received credible intelligence about the movement of the kidnappers along the Isa–Shinkafi–Kaura Namoda road. According to Adewusi, the terrorists attempted to use their captives as human shields during the encounter, but the troops overpowered them in a decisive gun battle. Several terrorists were neutralized, while others fled with gunshot…
Isak Speaks After Record-Breaking Move Liverpool have confirmed the signing of Swedish striker Alexander Isak in a sensational £125 million deal, making him the most expensive player in British football history. The 25-year-old forward joins the Premier League champions on a six-year contract, surpassing the £115m fee Chelsea paid Brighton for Moisés Caicedo back in 2023. Shortly after the announcement, Isak shared his excitement about becoming a Red: “I feel amazing. It’s been a long journey to get here,” he said. “But I’m super-happy to be part of this team, this club, and everything it stands for. It’s something I’m…
The Nigerian naira has recorded its most significant single-day appreciation against the US dollar, strengthening across both the official and parallel (black) foreign exchange markets on Monday. According to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the naira closed at ₦1,526.09 per dollar, gaining ₦5.48 from Friday’s rate of ₦1,531.57 at the official exchange window. This jump marks the strongest daily appreciation in recent weeks, surpassing last Friday’s ₦3.9 gain. The momentum was also reflected in the parallel market, where the naira traded at ₦1,533 per dollar, compared to ₦1,543 on Friday. This represents a ₦10 appreciation within a…
Arsenal were busy on transfer deadline day, finalizing moves for four first-team and youth players who left the Emirates to join new clubs. According to the club’s official announcement, Jakub Kiwior, Fabio Vieira, Sambi Lokonga, and Lucas Martin Nygaard all sealed exits before the window shut. Jakub Kiwior – The Polish defender has joined FC Porto on a season-long loan, aiming to gain valuable playing time in Portugal. Fabio Vieira – The Portuguese midfielder completed a loan switch to Hamburger SV in the Bundesliga, where he will stay for the rest of the 2025/26 campaign. Lucas Martin Nygaard – The…