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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has approved the appointment of Sani Musa Daura as Senior Special Assistant on Protocol Matters. The appointment was confirmed in a statement by the minister’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, who described Daura as a veteran civil servant with over 30 years of experience in the FCTA Protocol Department. Daura, who has served as Director of the FCT Protocol Department since 2019, is set to retire from the civil service on January 24, 2026, with his new role taking effect immediately after retirement. Meanwhile, the Federal High Court in Abuja has upheld the exclusion of Labour Party (LP) candidates from the upcoming FCT Area Council elections scheduled for February 21. ...

Football legend Thierry Henry has blamed inadequate referee education for the controversial decisions that overshadowed the recently concluded AFCON 2025. His remarks follow the chaotic final in Rabat, where Senegal players briefly walked off the pitch during their clash with hosts Morocco after a series of disputed calls by match officials. The final incident capped a tournament that had already seen contentious officiating in Senegal’s earlier games against Nigeria, Cameroon and Comoros. Speaking on CBS Sports Golazo, Henry praised the overall organisation of the tournament, commending Morocco’s infrastructure, stadiums and hospitality. However, he criticised Senegal’s decision to leave the pitch, describing it as the wrong image for African football, even while acknowledging the p...

Manchester United have held talks to sign Besiktas midfielder Wilfred Ndidi before the end of the winter transfer window, according to former Sky Sports journalist Alan Myers. It was gathered that Man United wants to bring the Nigerian international to the Old Trafford club, and Myers has shared an update. Entertainment center Ndidi is open to joining the Red Devils as he wants to return to England a year after leaving Leicester City for Turkey. The 29-year-old spent nine years with the Foxes, playing 303 games during the eight seasons they spent in the English top-flight, and Man United could do with his experience. Their head coach, Michael Carrick would be open to strengthening his options in the middle of the park, and Ndidi fits the bill. Man U...

Former Manchester United and England defender Rio Ferdinand has hailed Senegal captain Sadio Mané for restoring order during the chaotic AFCON 2025 final against Morocco, after Senegal’s players briefly walked off the pitch in protest over controversial refereeing decisions. The final descended into confusion following several disputed calls by Congolese referee Jean-Jacques Ngambo. Senegal had an earlier goal disallowed for a foul in the build-up, a decision that prevented a VAR review and left the players feeling unfairly treated. Tempers flared again late in the match when Malick Diouf was penalised for holding Brahim Diaz during a Moroccan corner. Although play initially continued, VAR was later consulted and a penalty was awarded to Morocco, triggering outrage from the Senegales...

Qatar Stars League side Al Ahli SC have officially completed the signing of former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong, a move aimed at bolstering the club’s defensive strength. The announcement, made through the club’s official platforms, puts an end to weeks of speculation surrounding the future of the seasoned centre-back. Troost-Ekong arrives from Saudi Arabian club Al Kholood, where he was a mainstay in defence and one of the team’s most reliable performers. The 32-year-old has penned a deal that will see him remain with Al Ahli until June 2028, highlighting the club’s confidence in his experience and leadership. Following his arrival, the Nigerian defender was handed his favoured number five jersey, a shirt number he has worn throughout much of his professional career....

According to DailySports, a Moroccan politician has stirred reactions online following Senegal’s 1–0 victory over Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations final.  Reacting to the outcome of the decisive match, the politician criticised the referee’s handling of the game, calling for his suspension and possible trial. Entertainment center According to him, the referee violated competition rules by restarting play after Senegalese players briefly left the pitch, an action he claimed affected the flow and outcome of the match. Senegal’s win secured them the African champion title, but the politician insisted the officiating raised serious concerns that should not be ignored. He also made a controversial allegation against the Senegalese team, claiming they practiced magic ...

Nigerian defender Leonard Ngenge has joined Premier League club Leeds United, DAILY POST reports. Ngenge linked up with Leeds United from Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions Remo Stars. The former Rangers player penned  a deal until the end of the 2026/27 season. The centre-back made seven appearances for the Remo Stars this season, before making the switch. Ngenge was part of home-based Super Eagles squad to the 2024 African Nations Championship. He made two appearances for Nigeria at the competition.

The driver charged in the car crash that injured Anthony Joshua and killed two of his friends appeared in a Nigerian court on Tuesday, as the star boxer’s uncle questioned whether a trial was “really worth it”. Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, 46, was driving the former two-time heavyweight champion, Joshua, and two of his friends, Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami, when their Lexus SUV rammed into a stationary truck. Kayode faces multiple charges of reckless driving, as well as a charge of driving without a licence. Dressed in black trousers and a hoodie, Kayode appeared downcast and tried to avoid journalists’ cameras outside the courtroom in Sagamu, in the country’s southwest. “We are very lucky that our son didn’t die. But taking this man to court is something we don’t see any reaso...

Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has opened up about his close bond with Mohamed Salah, revealing that the duo stayed in near-daily contact while the Egyptian star was away at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). With Salah set to return to Merseyside this week and uncertainty surrounding his availability for Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League clash against Marseille, speculation has grown following reports of tension between the forward and manager Arne Slot. Szoboszlai, however, declined to comment on the situation, stressing that it remains a private matter. “That’s something between him and me. He’ll return and we’ll move forward. The decision lies with the manager and the club,” he said. The Hungarian midfielder confirmed that communication between them was constant ...

Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has confirmed that Victor Osimhen is fit and available ahead of the club’s UEFA Champions League encounter against Atletico Madrid. The Turkish side will host Diego Simeone’s men at RAMS Park on Wednesday, with Osimhen having returned to full training after his involvement with Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The striker had earlier sparked injury concerns after limping off during Nigeria’s semi-final loss to Morocco, which kept him out of the Super Eagles’ third-place match against Egypt. However, Buruk dismissed any worries, stating that Osimhen has fully rejoined the squad. “Osimhen joined the team yesterday and trained with us. It was a good session,” Buruk said ahead of the match. Off the field, Osimhen also drew attenti...