Author: Vincent Osuwo

The PGA Tour has announced that American golfer Matt Gogel has received a six-month suspension for wagering on golf events. The 55-year-old participates in the PGA Tour Champions series, which is designated for professional golfers aged 50 and above. Gogel refrained from betting on events he was involved in, but he acknowledged unintentionally breaching PGA Tour rules by making “minor recreational bets” in 2024 and 2025. “I would never knowingly violate the integrity of the game of golf,” Gogel said in a statement. “I made an honest mistake, and I look forward to playing in 2027 on the PGA Tour…

Chelsea are exploring a transfer for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez after reaching out to the Argentina international’s agents. The 33-year-old is seen as accessible for a possible transfer from Villa following the club’s acquisition of Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki from Parma for around £30m earlier this month. This shift may offer another chance for Chelsea and Villa to engage in transactions. Chelsea acquired forward Morgan Rogers from Villa for a club-record £117m, while Alejandro Garnacho transferred in the opposite direction on a preliminary loan arrangement. Striker Nicolas Jackson, estimated to be worth approximately £65m, might also make a move…

Kylian Mbappe netted three goals, securing Jose Mourinho a victorious comeback to the Bernabeu as Real Madrid triumphed over Real Sociedad in La Liga. Mourinho had a perfect beginning to his second tenure at Madrid over the weekend, as he managed a 2-1 triumph at Espanyol and then secured this win. Mourinho’s team needed to remain patient against a resilient Real Sociedad, but their talent ultimately prevailed, as Mbappe delivered three outstanding goals while Jude Bellingham contributed two assists and also set up Vinicius Jr for the third. A large crowd of supporters filled the Bernabeu on Wednesday night, excited…

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s proposal to reinstate fuel subsidies if elected president in 2027, calling it a political response to economic suffering rather than a long-term answer to Nigeria’s fiscal issues. In a statement issued on Wednesday, NANS President Akinteye Babatunde said that returning to the old subsidy scheme without a defined structural framework would replicate the flaws that rendered the program unsustainable. Akinteye stated that NANS’ viewpoint was not partisan but rather based on the association’s responsibility to evaluate government policies and speak out on topics of national importance.…

President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the death of Dotun Oladipo, writer and publisher of The Eagle Online, characterizing his demise as a devastating loss for Nigeria’s media business and the country. The president’s condolences were expressed in a statement released on Wednesday by his special adviser on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Oladipo, a former political editor of PUNCH Newspapers, died on Tuesday at the age of 56. Tinubu praised Oladipo’s services to political journalism and digital media, highlighting his years of reporting and attempts to bring accurate information to Nigerians via traditional and online platforms. The President…

Dotun Oladipo, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Premium Eagle Media Limited, has been reported deceased at the age of 56. Premium Eagle Media Limited is Eagle Online’s parent company. The Eagle Online website announced Oladipo’s death early Wednesday. The publication stated that Oladipo was in his “usual state of health earlier in the day before suddenly taking ill at his office.” It described his death as a “shock” for coworkers, friends, and associates. Danlami Nmodu, President of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers, confirmed the renowned journalist’s death on the guild’s WhatsApp app on Tuesday. He once served…

Troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE have rescued two abduction victims in separate operations in Bassa and Kanam Local Government Areas of Plateau State, the Joint Task Force stated on Wednesday. Operation ENDURING PEACE is the military task force currently undertaking counter-terrorism and internal security operations across Plateau State. According to a statement issued by the media information officer of the Joint Task Force, Captain Chinonso Oteh, the rescues were part of “ongoing decisive operations across the various local government areas of Plateau State.” The statement stated the operations were “conducted as part of deliberate efforts aimed at denying terrorists elements…

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes and Manchester City forward Khadija “Bunny” Shaw were among the biggest winners at the 2026 Professional Footballers’ Association Awards, winning the men’s and women’s Players’ Player of the Year titles on Tuesday. The awards, which are voted on by fellow professional footballers, recognize great individual performances in English professional football. Nico O’Reilly of Manchester City was awarded men’s Young Player of the Year, while Olivia Smith of Arsenal earned the women’s Young Player of the Year award. Sir Kenny Dalglish, renowned former Liverpool manager, and Karen Carney, former England international, also received PFA Merit Awards…

Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE has raised the minimum price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) from N1,185 to N1,200 per liter, starting August 26, 2026. In a formal message to customers on Tuesday, the refinery’s Group Commercial Operations announced enhanced depot costs for gantry and coastline delivery. The email, titled ‘PMS Price Change Communication (N1,185 per Liter To N1,200 Per Liter),’ requested that clients take note of the increased DPRP PMS gantry and coastline prices, which are effective August 26th, 2026. According to the notice’s table, the coastal price jumped from N1,562,265 per metric ton to N1,582,380, while the…

Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, according to multiple reports, including The Guardian and Sky News. Parton’s demise was reportedly announced by her nephew, Bryan Seaver, on Instagram on Tuesday. “I have imagined the heaviness of this moment but haven’t truly felt it until now. “It is an honor, an honor that is mixed with absolute pride and great sadness,” Seaver said. Her passing, according to Trump, was a “true” loss for millions of people.” Over the course of her more than 60-year career, Parton—who came from modest origins in Tennessee—became one of the most renowned singer-songwriters in country music. With successes like “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” and “I Will Always Love You,” she became regarded as the “Queen of Country” and sold over 100 million records worldwide. Parton earned eleven Grammy Awards and penned over 3,000 songs. She was also a popular actor, having starred in movies including Joyful Noise, Steel Magnolias, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, and 9 to 5.…