President Tinubu announces President Buhari’s passing, orders VP Shettima to the UK to accompany body back home

President Tinubu announces President Buhari’s passing, orders VP Shettima to the UK to accompany body back home

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari. President Buhari died today in London at about 4.30 pm, following a prolonged illness. President Tinubu has spoken with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former President’s widow and offered his deep condolences. President Tinubu has also ordered Vice President Kashim Shettima to proceed to the United Kingdom to accompany President Muhammadu Buhari’s body back to Nigeria. Former President Buhari was twice elected Nigeria’s President in 2015 and 2023. He also served as military head of state between January 1984 and August 1985. President Tinubu has ordered flags...

Crystal Palace Relegated To Conference League Over Multi-Club Ownership Breach

Crystal Palace Relegated To Conference League Over Multi-Club Ownership Breach

English side Crystal Palace has been relegated from the UEFA Europa League to the UEFA Europa Conference League following a breach of UEFA’s multi-club ownership rules. The decision was made by UEFA’s board responsible for monitoring European football. According to Sky Sports, Crystal Palace will appeal the decision. Meanwhile, BBC Sport reports that Nottingham Forest will take Palace’s place in the Europa League until the appeal is heard and its outcome is determined. Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish expressed his disappointment over the decision. He said: “You win a cup, actually win something for the first time in your history.”...

 Sinner Beats Djokovic To Set Up Alcaraz Final

 Sinner Beats Djokovic To Set Up Alcaraz Final

Jannik Sinner will face defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon final after a ruthless demolition of Novak Djokovic’s latest bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title. Djokovic, 38, was left reflecting on how age was catching up with him after a humbling 6-3 6-3 6-4 defeat by a man who plays uncannily like the seven-time champion in his prime. Sinner’s victory put him into a first Wimbledon final and set up a re-match of last month’s epic French Open showpiece, where he lost in five sets to Alcaraz having led by two sets and seen three championship points...

Arsenal Announce The Signing Of Denmark International Christian Nørgaard From Brentford

Arsenal Announce The Signing Of Denmark International Christian Nørgaard From Brentford

Arsenal have announced the signing of Christian Nørgaard from Brentford for £10 million, plus an additional £2 million in potential add-ons. His contract runs until June 30, 2027, with an option for a further year. Speaking to Arsenal Media for the first time as a Gunner, Nørgaard highlighted the importance of playing in the UEFA Champions League, describing it as a dream come true: “I’ve just turned 31 and had signed a new deal with Brentford. Of course, there’s always a little chance that a miracle could happen with Brentford, but it was probably unrealistic to play Champions League with...

Kenya Opposition Leaders Demand President’s Resignation Over Shooting Comments

Kenya Opposition Leaders Demand President’s Resignation Over Shooting Comments

Kenya’s opposition leaders demanded the president’s resignation over his call for police to shoot those found stealing or burning property during protests, as mourners on Friday attended the burial of a Kenyan civilian who was shot at close range by a police officer during a recent demonstration. Opposition figure Kalonzo Musyoka said the president’s order was “against the constitution” and that he should “resign or be impeached.” President William Ruto said on Wednesday that he would not allow “anarchy” in the country disguised as peaceful demonstrations, and called for police to shoot and “break the legs” of those found looting or damaging...