Former Belgium international Toby Alderweireld had previously announced that he would retire at the end of the season. However, the 36-year-old sustained an injury during Royal Antwerp’s match against Standard Liège, which could force him into early retirement. His club, Royal Antwerp, released an official statement: “In the final phase of yesterday’s match against Standard, Toby Alderweireld left the field injured. Research has shown that he has a tear in the quadriceps. Recovery from such injuries often takes a considerable period of time, which unfortunately makes Toby’s appearance in the play-offs uncertain. From today, everything is focused on his rehabilitation....
Russian Drone Attack Cuts Power In Ukraine
Thousands of people in central Ukraine were left without electricity on Tuesday following a countrywide Russian attack involving more than 130 drones that damaged critical infrastructure. Kyiv and Moscow have recently escalated cross-border drone and missile attacks despite a US-led proposal for a 30-day ceasefire to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The governor of the Zaporizhzhia region, which the Kremlin claims as part of Russia, said around 3,000 people were cut off from the grid following the attack, which he said damaged critical infrastructure. The governor of the neighbouring Dnipropetrovsk region, on which Russian forces have been closing in, said the...
Muscle Injury Rules Messi Out of Argentina’s Clashes Against Uruguay and Brazil
Lionel Messi has been ruled out of Argentina’s upcoming matches against Uruguay and Brazil after suffering an injury in Inter Miami’s 2-1 win over Atlanta United. Fabrizio Romano reported that the 37-year-old underwent a scan following the game, which confirmed an injury in the abductor area. However, the duration of his absence remains uncertain. Messi voiced out his disappointment about missing the crucial fixtures on Instagram, stating: “I’m sad to miss these important games against Uruguay and Brazil. I really wanted to play, but a small injury means I need to rest for a bit, so I can’t be there....
EFCC Arrests Suspended Edo Gov’t Official, Kelly Okungbowa For Alleged Naira Abuse.
Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Monday March 17, 2025 arrested Kelly Okungbowa (a.k.a Ebo Stone) for alleged naira abuse. Okungbowa, who until recently was the coordinator of the Edo State Public Safety Response Team , PSRT, now suspended by the State Government, was arrested owing to a viral video where he was seen spraying and mutilating the Naira at a bar on March 9, 2025. He will be charged to court as soon as investigations are completed, the commission reported.
10 More Players Arrive in Super Eagles Camp as Eric Chelle Prepares for First Training Session
Ten more players have arrived in the Super Eagles camp in Kigali this morning ahead of their clash against Rwanda. Team captain William Troost-Ekong, Leicester City’s Wilfred Ndidi, Fulham duo Calvin Bassey and Alex Iwobi, Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman, Southampton’s Joseph Aribo, Slavia Prague’s Igoh Ogbu, Fenerbahçe’s Bright Osayi-Samuel, Valencia forward Sadiq Umar, and Nottingham Forest’s Ola Aina have all joined the squad. A total of 22 players have now arrived, with only Alhassan Yusuf yet to report. Eric Chelle is set to hold his first training session with the team this afternoon.
“You And I Know That, In Terms Of Performance, The APC Performed Woefully In Southern Kaduna, But Leadership Is About Inclusivity.” Vice President Shettima
“Just two weeks ago, he (President Tinubu) signed the bill for the establishment of the Federal University of Applied Sciences in Kachia, Kaduna State. You and I know that, in terms of performance, the APC performed woefully in Southern Kaduna, but leadership is about inclusivity” –Shettima
Photos: Ogun Governor, Dangote Inspects 100.5km Ongoing Construction, To Eliminate The Usage Of Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
The governor of Ogun state, Prince Dapo Abiodun in a statement revealed that the chairman of Dangote Group and Company, Alhaji Aliko Dangote inspected an ongoing construction that will eliminate the usage of Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, in the state on Monday. In his words: “Alhaji Aliko Dangote and I stopped to inspect the ongoing construction of the 100.5km Obelle-Ilaro-Papalanto-Shagamu road, a vital infrastructure project being executed by Dangote Group under the Tax Credit Scheme. “This road holds immense significance for Ogun State and Nigeria at large. Once completed, it will provide a seamless alternative route for commuters from Sango, Iyana Ipaja,...
BREAKING!!! Crude Oil Pipeline Explodes in Rivers State Amid Rising Tensions | #Politicsnigeria
An explosion rocked the Trans-Niger Pipeline in Bodo, Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State on Monday night, leading to a massive fire. The cause of the explosion remains unknown, although it is understood that investigations are underway. A section of the pipeline, which is a crucial export route for crude oil to the Bonny Terminal has gone up in flames. Officials are yet to confirm whether the incident resulted from sabotage. Authorities are considering the possibility of militant involvement, given recent threats against oil facilities. The threats come amid heightened political tensions in Rivers State, where Governor Siminalayi Fubara...
STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE – PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS BISHOP KUKAH AS PRO-CHANCELLOR OF FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES, KACHIA
PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS BISHOP KUKAH AS PRO-CHANCELLOR OF FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES, KACHIA President Bola Tinubu has appointed Bishop Matthew Kukah, the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State. Additionally, the President appointed principal officers for the university, including Prof. Qurix Williams Barnabas as Vice Chancellor, Sanusi Gambo Adamu as Registrar, Ibrahim Dalhat as bursar, and Prof. Daniel Abubakar as university Librarian. President Tinubu also approved the appointment of Mr Thomas Etuh, representing the North Central, Chief Fabian Nwaora (South East), Prof...
Trump Revokes Former President Biden’s Children Secret Service Protection
President Donald Trump has revoked Secret Service protection for Hunter and Ashley Biden, effective immediately. This came following Laura Loomer’s report about Hunter Biden vacationing in South Africa with an 18 agent Secret Service detail. Trump has posted the revoke on social media stating: “Hunter Biden has had Secret Service protection for an extended period of time, all paid for by the United States Taxpayer. There are as many as 18 people on this Detail, which is ridiculous! He is currently vacationing in, of all places, South Africa, where the Human Rights of people has been strenuously questioned. “Because of...