Friday, August 21, 2026

Olumayowa Samuel

August 11, 2026

Kudos, knocks as Ikosi-Isheri LCDA chairman Samiat Bada distributes 35 vehicles to cabinet, executive members

Mrs Bada also in August 2023 presented 14 vehicles to the members of the LCDA executive council.

Samiat Bada
August 10, 2026

Don’t let my sick daughter die in Nigeria, Nigerian woman in U.S. Army begs Trump to grant child visa

Ms Uzoamaka said all the paperwork and requirements have been completed but Mr Trump’s visa policy has hindered her daughter from travelling to the U.S.

Uzoamaka and her children
August 10, 2026

UEFA, AFC, CONCACAF slam Infantino for not admitting wrongdoing in proposed FIFA World Cup sale

They condemned FIFA for threatening critics, federations and confederations and demanded Mr Infantino’s resignation or withdrawal from re-election in March 2027.

Infantino with Trump
August 10, 2026

Veteran journalist Ayo Akinyemi’s son-in-law abducted in Ikenne: Police

Mr Osunuga, a poultry farm owner, was said to have been abducted on Sunday, while driving out to buy fuel and deliver poultry products.

August 10, 2026

Flying Eagles: Nigeria fail to qualify for U-20 World Cup after losing to Burkina Faso

The seven-time African champions, coached by Abdul Maikaba, lost 4-1 to the Young Stallions of Burkina Faso at the Stade Charles Konan Banny in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire.

FLYING EAGLES
August 9, 2026

Super Falcons crash out of WAFCON, fail to secure 2027 World Cup automatic spot

The ten-time champions’ quest for an 11th title came to an end after losing 1-0 to the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon.

Super Falcons in the Cameroon
August 9, 2026

FIFA defends president Gianni Infantino amid criticisms

FIFA said efforts to oust Mr Infantino will not be tolerated if they are not aligned with its statutes, democratic procedures, and established governance framework.

Gianni Infantino
August 6, 2026

UEFA insists on boycotting FIFA competitions, says demands haven’t been met

Poland is scheduled to host the FIFA Women’s Under-20 World Cup in September.

UEFA logo and FIFA president Infantino
August 6, 2026

Ex-finance minister Kemi Adeosun loses husband

Mr Adeosun died on Wednesday, according to a statement by the family.

Anthony Adeniyi Adeosun
August 6, 2026

Abducted polytechnic students rescued in Ogun

“The students have been rescued,” Mr Babaseyi told the Peoples Gazette.

Abducted Ogun students