Author: Vincent Osuwo

Cape Verde goalkeeper Josimar Dias, also known as Vozinha, has signed for Chilean football side Colo Colo following his standout performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 40-year-old shot-stopper emerged as one of the tournament’s breakthrough heroes after a string of excellent performances against eventual champions Spain and defending champions Argentina. Although the transfer has yet to be properly completed, Colo Colo teased the signing with an image of the veteran goalkeeper’s signature curly hair. “Bienvenido. Welcome. Bem-vindo. We look forward to seeing you at the Monumental Stadium,” the club wrote on its social media platforms on Friday. The…

Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has set August 11 as the exclusive live premiere date for his forthcoming album, ‘Oriade,’ in London. That ‘OBO,’ as the singer is fondly called by fans and industry peers, shared the announcement in a post on his X account, @davido, on Friday. He wrote: “London! Join me on Aug. 11 at the O2 Forum Kentish Town for a very special show. “This will be the first and only chance to hear Oriade performed live, so if you want to experience the new album before anyone else, make sure to attend.” Tickets…

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has ordered police operatives across the country to shoot on sight anyone found carrying illegal firearms. This he said as part of renewed efforts to tackle insecurity. The police boss gave the directive on Friday during a stakeholders’ meeting at the Government House in Makurdi, the Benue State capital. According to Disu, the order followed President Bola Tinubu’s directive that the persistent insecurity in Benue State must be brought to an end. He emphasized that only authorized security personnel were legally permitted to bear firearms, warning that the era of passive policing was over.…

Italy legend Andrea Pirlo has agreed to become the new head coach of the Italy national team after accepting a long-term project presented by the Italian Football Federation. The former Italy midfielder has agreed verbally and is expected to sign his contract in the coming days once the remaining formalities are completed. As reported by Fabrizio Romano on X, “Andrea Pirlo accepts the verbal proposal, and he’s set to become the new Italy head coach; here we go! Pirlo said yes to the long-term project presented by Paolo Maldini and Leonardo. “He’s set to sign in the upcoming days, waiting…

LeBron James has announced that he will join the Philadelphia 76ers next season on what he claims would be his final contract in the NBA. The 41-year-old, the league’s all-time leading scorer, left the Los Angeles Lakers after eight seasons last month. The Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Miami Heat were reportedly said to be in the running for the four-time NBA champion. According to BBC Sport, James stated, “I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team, and I am so excited to energize a new fanbase and begin this incredible journey one…

The Gombe State Police Command has announced the recovery of the body of Enoch Sunday Maisamari, a 28-year-old Federal University Kashere student, from stagnant water in Sabon Garin Yero Village, Akko Local Government Area of the state. DSP Buhari Abdullahi, the state police public relations officer, stated this in a text message to the press on Friday. According to him, the incident was reported to police on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, about 9:30 a.m. “The Gombe State Police Command received a report on 22nd July, 2026, at about 0930 hours of a recovered motionless body of one Enoch Sunday Maisamari,…

American singer Chris Brown has pleaded guilty to affray, a public order offence, over a 2023 nightclub altercation in London, bringing an end to the possibility of a trial on more serious charges. The 37-year-old musician entered his plea on Friday at Southwark Crown Court in London, after the charge was read to him. “Guilty,” Brown said, standing in the dock clothed in a beige suit and a dark brown tie. The guilty plea means he will no longer stand trial on additional charges, such as attempting to cause grievous bodily injury with intent and possessing an offensive weapon, including…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has handed over N108 million recovered from an alleged fraud involving two former employees to Karren Walters Attorneys in Lagos. The anti-graft agency stated this in a statement on Friday, saying the monies, given in bank drafts, comprised part of money recovered following an investigation into an alleged instance of abuse of office, forgery, stealing and diversion involving two former employees of the company. According to the EFCC, investigations revealed that the suspects, Nkechi Gladys Megai, who is currently at large after allegedly fleeing to the United Kingdom, and Godson Eze, the company’s…

Jürgen Klopp has returned to football management as the next head coach of the German national team. The highly acclaimed German manager has agreed to a long-term contract that will put him in command of the national team until July 2030, ushering in a new chapter in his coaching career. In a message taken from Fabrizio Romano’s X handle on Friday, Romano stated, “Official: Jurgen Klopp is back! He is the next head coach of Germany’s national team. “Done and confirmed until July 2030.” Klopp, who previously had successful spells at Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool, returns to the dugout as…

The US has condemned the killings of Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo’s family members in the Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. The State Department’s Africa Bureau denounced the attack as horrible and urged the culprits to be brought accountable. The US Bureau of African Affairs issued a statement on Thursday, expressing sympathy to the victims’ families and urging Nigerian authorities to take stronger measures to prevent such assaults and hold those involved accountable. “The United States strongly condemns the horrific killing of members of Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo’s family in Plateau State, Nigeria. “The continued violence targeting Christian communities and other…