Manchester United made it two wins out of two with a 4-1 victory over Bournemouth in the Premier League Summer Series pre-season tournament in Chicago on Wednesday. Goals from Rasmus Hojlund, Patrick Dorgu, Amad Diallo and teenager Ethan Williams sealed an encouraging result for Ruben Amorim’s side at a rainy, windswept Soldier Field.
England’s Euro 2025 triumph felt improbable for much of the tournament but underlined the winning mentality instilled in the team by Sarina Wiegman.
Following their triumph at the just-concluded 2024 WAFCON tournament in Morocco, the 24 players and 11 technical crew of the Super Falcons were rewarded with a cash prize of N4.602bn as well as the national honour of Officer of the Order of the Niger by President Bola Tinubu on Monday. The players and officials were also given the sum of N350m by the Nigerian Governors Forum, taking their cash reward to N4.952bn during their reception at the Presidential Villa on Monday.
Nigeria’s Super Falcons came from behind to secure a dramatic 3–2 victory over Morocco in a thrilling Women’s Africa Cup of Nations clash played on Saturday. Here is a photo compilation of memorable moments both during and after the triumph. Nigeria lift the trophy Super Falcons lift the WAFCON. Photo: Soar Super Eagles/X Jennifer Echegini celebrates 88th minute WAFCON final winner Jennifer Echegini celebrates 88th minute WAFCON final winner. Photo: Soar Super Eagles/X Oshoala celebrates with Echegini Super Falcon players celebrate a triumphant win against Morocco. Photo: Justina Aniefiok/X Esther Okoronkwo had six assists in six games Esther Okoronkwo on the ball…
Former Super Eagles captain, Austin Okocha, has denied a viral claim that he was carrying eight-year-old Esther Okoronkwo on his shoulders at the Reebok Stadium in 2005.
The wait is over—Big Brother Naija Season 10 has officially unveiled its male housemates, completing the cast for what’s already being dubbed the most unpredictable season yet. During Sunday night’s second launch show, viewers were introduced to a fresh batch of bold, charming, and competitive men, following Saturday’s reveal of 15 female contestants. With diverse backgrounds, the new male housemates bring a mix of ambition, swagger, and personality to the game. Photos from the event show confident walk-ins, striking outfits, and instant buzz among fans as the full house dynamic comes alive. As Season 10 kicks into gear, all eyes…
The Big Brother Naija reality TV has returned with its tenth season themed tagged ‘10/10’ hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. The new season, which started on Saturday, promises to deliver 10 weeks of thrilling entertainment and twists. The opening night was spectacular, featuring an electrifying live show that introduced the audience to the housemates. Here are the housemates and a few things you need to know about them. 1. Sonia Amako (Big Soso) BBNaija Season 10 Housemate Sonia Amako aka Big Soso. Credit: BBNaija.
Nigeria’s Super Falcons came from behind to secure a dramatic 3–2 victory over Morocco in a thrilling Women’s Africa Cup of Nations clash played on Saturday.
Almost two years after the tragic and controversial death of singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, which triggered widespread allegations of bullying and harassment, Samson Balogun, aka Sam Larry, appears to be working hard to reshape his battered public image. His recent actions— including an interview with controversial social media personality, VeryDarkMan, and a public outing at Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s polling unit during the state’s local government elections— have been interpreted by many observers as part of a coordinated effort to regain public favour.
Popular afrobeats artiste, Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy, may be inching closer to settling down. Known for his brash confidence and expressive nature, the Grammy winner once again sparked buzz this week when a video of him flashing a massive luxury ring on his “wedding finger” surfaced online.
Australia has cancelled US rapper Kanye West’s visa over his song glorifying Nazi leader Adolf Hitler, the government said Wednesday. The 48-year-old musician, who has legally changed his name to Ye, released “Heil Hitler” on May 8, the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II
Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has died in a car accident in Spain at the age of 28. Jota’s 26-year-old brother, Andre Silva, was also killed in the accident. He was a footballer with Liga Portugal 2 side Penafiel.
A French man convicted for his role in the 2016 armed robbery of reality star Kim Kardashian in Paris has died, a source close to the case confirmed on Thursday. Didier Dubreucq, 69, who was among eight individuals convicted earlier this year for the high-profile heist, had been battling lung cancer.
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has strongly frowned at the conduct of armed officers seen in a viral video trailing Nollywood actress Angela Okorie. In the clip, which trended online days back, Angela was captured on a movie set juggling with armed officers behind her.
Umuahia, the Abia State capital, is set to witness a star-studded event to mark the official launch of two new radio stations— Don FM 103.7 and Ikoro FM 93.3. Scheduled for Friday, June 27, 2025, the ceremony promises not just entertainment, but a bold statement of identity, legacy, and vision, led by media entrepreneur and philanthropist, Lucky Igbokwe, popularly known as Don Lulu.
After weeks of painstaking testimony in the high-profile trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs, legal teams will enter a pivotal moment of the proceedings Thursday as they deliver closing arguments. Both sides have said their climactic summations will last several hours each, as the fate of the once-powerful music mogul hangs in the balance.