Friday, September 11, 2026

Victor Olorunfemi

Victor Olorunfemi is a sports reporter with Peoples Gazette. Prior to working with The Gazette, he was with Sports247 Nigeria, a grassroots football news platform. He is on Twitter/Facebook/Instagram @herovicofficial
May 2, 2026
Spirit Airlines
May 2, 2026

Nigerian student Obasi Chimezirm Princewill jailed in Cyprus for sexually molesting lady, recording act 

Police Sergeant Mustafa Mahan testified during the trial that authorities also received multiple reports of previous rape accusations against Mr Princewill.

Obasi Chimezirm Princewill
May 1, 2026

Nigerian con men Olalekan Bashiru, Emma Okereke, others convicted in $215 million FBI-led internet fraud bust

In total, they made an estimated $125 million from the scheme, with prosecutors alleging that about $50 million in illicit proceeds was used to purchase cashier’s checks.

Olalekan Bashiru and Emma Okereke
April 30, 2026

FIFA confirms Iran’s participation in 2026 World Cup

Despite Iran being on President Donald Trump’s travel ban list, exceptions have been made for players

Iranian football team
April 30, 2026

Three Nigerians, Thai woman nabbed over alleged romance scam network in Thailand

Authorities stated that their arrest followed an extensive inter-organisation investigation by the country’s Tourist Police and Region 2 investigators.

April 29, 2026

Arsenal, Atletico settle for 1-1 draw in Champions League semifinal first leg

The striker won the spotkick after he was brought down inside the 18-yard box. 

Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid
April 29, 2026

Tinubu approved allocation of land to ambassadors, high commissioners-designate in Abuja: Wike

He implored them to utilise their roles to attract foreign investment into the country. 

Nyesom Wike and Others
April 29, 2026

Social media erupts in anger over cop’s killing of handcuffed Delta suspect

Mr Edafe said that Mr Usman had been arrested and transferred to Force Headquarters, Abuja for disciplinary action.

Delta killing
April 29, 2026

FIFA increases 2026 World Cup prize money; approves Afghan team for competitions 

FIFA has increased the prize money for teams participating in the 2026 World Cup ahead of the tournament’s commencement on June 11.

Female Afghan players
April 29, 2026

Players to get yellow card amnesty at 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage

FIFA is expected to introduce a second amnesty stage that wipes out all accumulated yellow cards twice at the 2026 World Cup.

Player getting yellow card at Qatar World Cup