Monday, October 5, 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
February 17, 2026

CAN rejects new bill to introduce Sharia Law in Niger State

Mr Yohanna said, “Why Hisbah law in Niger? What is the aim? Of what benefit is it to our people economically and socially?”

Christian Association of Nigeria
February 16, 2026

Premier League, EFL to continue Ramadan break during matches

Games starting at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday and 5:30 p.m. on Sunday are the only matches that could see a break in play.

EPL
February 15, 2026

Climate-linked productivity losses cost African countries about 5% of GDP annually: AGESI

Researchers from Kenya and Ethiopia showcased evidence linking rainfall variability to declines in sectoral output.

Africa Green Economy & Sustainability Institute
February 15, 2026
Barack Obama, Donald Trump
February 14, 2026

Nigeria beat Senegal 2-1 to reach final round of FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier

The result meant Nigeria defeated Senegal 3-1 across both legs of the penultimate qualifying round.

Nigeria vs Senegal
February 13, 2026

Electoral Act: Seriake Dickson reiterates support for electronic transmission; expressss shock over opposition 

Mr Dickson maintained that he is a long-time advocate for full implementation of electronic voting in Nigeria. 

panel discussion organised by ActionAid Nigeria
February 13, 2026

2027 AFCON will take place June, July: CAF 

The exact date date for the opening match and the final will be confirmed by CAF on a later date.

AFCON Trophy
February 13, 2026

Ukrainian skeleton racer Heraskevych appeals expulsion from Winter Olympics over war dead helmet

The IOC argued that Heraskevych failed to “comply with the IOC’s Guidelines on Athlete Expression.

Heraskevych with war dead helmet
February 13, 2026

Arsenal drop crucial points in title race in 1-1 draw with Brentford

Arsenal dropped crucial points in the battle for the Premier League title after they were held to a 1-1 draw by Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium on Thursday night.

Arsenal vs Brentford
February 12, 2026

Ex-Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey charged with two new rape cases

The player is scheduled to appear in Westminster Magistrates’ Court on 13 March for a first hearing on the two new charges.

Thomas Partey