Author: Opalim Lifted

Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, a 15-year-old autistic Nigerian boy, is officially the holder of the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the largest painting on a canvas by an individual. The massive painting, which measures 12,303 square metres, was unveiled at the Eagle Square in Abuja on April 2, which is recognised annually as World Autism Awareness Day. The event, which featured the formal presentation of the GWR certificate, attracted dignitaries, art enthusiasts, and advocates for autism inclusion. At the unveiling, Tagbo-Okeke’s father described his achievement as a testament to determination, proving that his goal was possible despite initial doubts. “Many thought Kanyeyachukwu’s…

Enzo Fernandez scored as Chelsea beat Tottenham to move into the Premier League’s top four and boost their hopes of Champions League football next season. Defeat for Spurs piled more pressure on head coach Ange Postecoglou – whose side stay 14th, and remain on course to finish outside the top 10 for the first time since 2008. Chelsea, boosted by the returns from injury of Cole Palmer and Nicolas Jackson, dominated proceedings at Stamford Bridge, but they were frustrated by a goalless first-half having missed plenty of opportunities. They carried the same threat after the interval and were rewarded in…

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the senator representing Kogi central, has expressed joy after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) dismissed the petition seeking her recall from the senate. Earlier today, the commission said the recall petition failed to meet the requirements of the 1999 Constitution. In a statement, INEC said the number of constituents who signed the petition against the suspended lawmaker fell short of 50 percent of registered voters in the constituency as required by the constitution. In a reaction posted on her Facebook page, Natasha described the development as a victory and dedicated it to Nigerians. “On God it’s victory…

Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the governor of Lagos, said repair works on the Independence Bridge will continue. Sanwo-Olu also apologised to residents for the hours-long gridlock experienced due to the rehabilitation of the bridge. Commuters and motorists spent hours in traffic on April 2 due to the closure of the bridge in the Victoria Island area. Following public outcry, David Umahi, minister of works, ordered the immediate reopening of the bridge. Speaking on Thursday during the inspection of the bridge, Sanwo-Olu said the state takes full responsibility for the gridlock. The governor noted that the repair is for the good of the…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for Dakar, Senegal. The vice president will represent President Bola Tinubu at Senegal’s 65th Independence Day anniversary celebrations Shettima, who flew out on Thursday afternoon, is expected to return to Nigeria on Friday. “Senegal celebrates its Independence Day on April 4 each year, commemorating its freedom from French colonial rule in 1960. The day is marked by national pride, with ceremonies, parades and cultural events,” Stanley Nkwocha, the vice-president spokesperson, said in a statement. “The Vice President’s attendance at the annual event is in honour of an invitation extended to President Bola Ahmed…

Liverpool boss Arne Slot said it was good to see the refereeing body PGMOL admit the decision not to send off Everton’s James Tarkowski in Wednesday’s derby was wrong, with the Dutchman adding that mistakes are not uncommon in the Premier League. During Liverpool’s 1-0 win, Tarkowski won the ball in a challenge with Alexis Mac Allister but his studs-up follow-through caught the Argentine midfielder square on the calf. Tarkowski was shown a yellow card with VAR not intervening. Pundits and former referees said it was a clear red card and Slot was told at Thursday’s press conference that the…

James Tarkowski should have been sent off during Everton’s defeat at Liverpool on Wednesday, the Premier League’s refereeing body has acknowledged. Tarkowski caught Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister just below the knee with his studs in the 11th minute of the Merseyside derby at Anfield. The Everton centre-back was shown a yellow card and the video assistant referee (VAR) decided to take no further action after a 10-second review. But BBC Sport has been told by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) the tackle met the threshold for serious foul play. The view of PGMOL is that an on-field…

Barcelona narrowly edged past Atletico Madrid on aggregate to set up a meeting with Real Madrid in the final of the Copa del Rey. It will be the eighth time there has been an El Clasico in the Spanish Cup final, with the nation’s two most successful club sides set to meet on 26 April in Seville. Ferran Torres’ first-half effort proved decisive for Barcelona at Metropolitano Stadium, with the Spain forward poking the ball past Argentine goalkeeper Juan Musso after Lamine Yamal’s superb pass had split the home defence. It was no more than the visitors deserved, with 17-year-old…

English striker Tammy Abraham scored for AC Milan but city rivals Inter struck back to ensure the first leg of their Coppa Italia semi-final ended in a draw. Ex-Chelsea forward Abraham opened the scoring early in the second half, firing right-footed across goalkeeper Josep Martinez into the bottom corner. Hakan Calhanoglu equalised for Inter midway through the second period, against his former club, with a powerful low drive past Mike Maignan from 25 yards. The second leg is scheduled for 23 April, with the winner facing either Bologna or Empoli in the final on 14 May. Bologna won 3-0 at…

Liverpool claimed bragging rights on Merseyside with victory over rivals Everton and edged closer to lifting the Premier League title. Arne Slot’s men require only 13 points from a possible 24 available to guarantee a deserved and record-equalling 20th top-flight triumph. The Reds were being frustrated by Everton’s backline sitting deep, but claimed the three points courtesy of a moment of magic from Diogo Jota. The Portuguese forward was on the periphery of the game but collected Luis Diaz’s cute backheel before showcasing dancing feet by jinking past challenges and slotting home. Before the deadlock was broken, a moment of…