Author: David Great

Egyptian giants Zamalek have parted ways with former Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro after a brief and underwhelming spell in charge, lasting less than three months. The club announced the decision on Wednesday, confirming that the two parties had reached a mutual agreement to terminate his contract. “An agreement has been reached between Zamalek and coach Jose Peseiro to mutually terminate the contract, We wish you the best in your future endeavours.” the club posted on Facebook. Peseiro, 65, was appointed on February 14 and became only the fifth manager in history to coach both of Egypt’s fierce rivals, Zamalek…

Former U.S. President Joe Biden has criticized Donald Trump’s administration, accusing it of engaging in “modern-day appeasement” in its handling of Russian President Vladimir Putin. In his first interview since leaving office in January, Biden warned that the longstanding transatlantic alliance—credited with preventing a world war for eight decades—is now under serious threat. Speaking on BBC Radio 4’s ‘Today’ programme to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, the former American leader questioned the logic of appeasing authoritarian leaders. “I just don’t understand how people think that if we allow a dictator, a thug, to decide he’s going to take…

A Nigerian Army Captain and a soldier have lost their lives following a midnight attack by Boko Haram insurgents on Izge community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. The Emir of Gwoza, Mohammed Shehu Timta, confirmed the incident during an interview with Channels Television on Wednesday. According to him, the attack occurred around 1 a.m. when the insurgents stormed the farming community, shooting sporadically. Timta explained that troops of the Nigerian Armed Forces, supported by local hunters, vigilantes, and members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), swiftly responded and successfully repelled the attack. He stated, “My people…

The Federal Government has revealed that Nigeria has suffered losses exceeding N1.3 billion due to the outbreak of Tuta absoluta, a destructive pest commonly referred to as “Tomato Ebola,” across three states. Senator Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, disclosed this on Wednesday during a four-day capacity-building workshop for financial institutions held in Abuja. The event was organized by HortiNigeria in collaboration with the Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending Plc (NIRSAL). The outbreak, Kyari said, has caused the price of a 50kg basket of tomatoes to soar from N5,000 to between N10,000 and N30,000. This,…

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has firmly told U.S. President Donald Trump that Canada is not up for sale. The remark came during a tense yet cordial meeting between both leaders at the White House on Tuesday. Despite clear disagreements, the tone remained respectful as Trump once again floated the controversial idea of making Canada the 51st state of the United States. Trump said, “But it takes two to tango, right? We’re not going to be discussing that unless somebody wants to discuss it.” He added that the union would be a “wonderful marriage,” prompting a swift response from Carney,…

The Presidency has dismissed suggestions that President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, poses a political threat to President Bola Tinubu or the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking during an appearance on TVC’s Beyond the Headlines with Nifemi Oguntoye, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, stated: “As a politician, I don’t consider Dr. Akinwumi a threat to this president or to our political party [All Progressives Congress],” “I don’t think he is a political threat. I said I was surprised that he made what I would consider as a non sequitur…

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Osun State Command, has sealed an unregistered home for children with disabilities in Osogbo, citing poor conditions and lack of proper facilities. In a statement released on Tuesday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Kehinde Adeleke, it was revealed that the action followed the directive of the State Commandant, Igbalawole Sotiyo, after operatives discovered the facility was unfit for the care of children with special needs. Deputy Commandant of Corps, Oluwafemi Abeere, who led the operation, disclosed that the NSCDC acted “following a tip-off from the public.” “Upon arrival, it was evident…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has uncovered a money laundering scheme involving over $300,000 allegedly linked to a suspected internet fraudster arrested in Edo State. According to a statement by the Commission on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, the suspect was apprehended alongside 34 others during a sting operation conducted on Sunday, May 4, 2025, in the Sabo Iyako area of Auchi, following “credible intelligence that linked them to fraudulent internet activities.” EFCC investigations revealed that the suspect acted as a “picker” or “azaman” — terms used in cybercrime circles — and was responsible for collecting and laundering more…

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has called for unity within the squad as they prepare for a make-or-break Champions League semi-final clash against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday. The Gunners face an uphill battle at the Parc des Princes, needing to overturn a 1-0 first-leg defeat to reach only their second-ever Champions League final. Ousmane Dembele’s goal in north London gave PSG the edge, adding Arsenal to a growing list of English clubs the French side has tested this season, having already knocked out Liverpool and Aston Villa after beating Manchester City in the group stages. Arsenal’s recent form has done little…

A federal appeals court on Monday rejected the Trump administration’s request to revoke the temporary legal status of hundreds of thousands of migrants from Nicaragua, Venezuela, Haiti, and Cuba residing in the United States. The 1st US Circuit Court of Appeals, based in Boston, upheld a lower court ruling that blocked the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from ending the two-year “parole” period initially granted to the migrants under the Biden administration. The Biden-era policy had allowed migrants from these countries to stay in the U.S. temporarily, but the Trump administration had moved to terminate the program, reflecting its stricter…