Tragedy struck Japan’s boxing community as two fighters—Shigetoshi Kotari and Hiromasa Urakawa, both aged 28—died from brain injuries sustained during separate bouts on the same fight card at Tokyo’s Korakuen Hall on August 2. Kotari, who fought a 12-round draw with Yamato Hata, lost consciousness shortly after the match and passed away on August 8…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested the founder and General Overseer of The Turn of Mercy Church in Lagos, Adefolusho Aanu Olasele, also known as Abbas Ajakaiye, for allegedly masterminding multiple drug shipments from Ghana to Nigeria. NDLEA spokesman Femi Babafemi said in a statement on Sunday that Olasele, who had been…
Crystal Palace pulled off a dramatic victory over Liverpool to claim their first-ever Community Shield title, winning 3-2 on penalties after a 2-2 draw at Wembley on Sunday. Liverpool’s new signings Hugo Ekitike and Jeremie Frimpong put the Premier League champions ahead twice, but Palace hit back with goals from Jean-Philippe Mateta and Ismaila Sarr…
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has reiterated the Nigerian Army’s dedication to grooming a well-educated, professionally competent, and future-ready force through strategic educational investments. Speaking at the 67th Passing Out Parade of the Nigerian Military School (NMS) in Zaria on Saturday, Oluyede, represented by Maj.-Gen. Mayirenso Saraso, GOC 1 Division, said…
President Bola Tinubu has approved key reforms to enhance the welfare of retirees under the Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS). According to PTAD spokesperson Olugbenga Ajayi, the move includes the immediate enforcement of new pension rates through an extra-budgetary allocation and the adoption of a harmonised pension policy to be reflected in the 2026 budget. The…
Manchester United have officially signed 22-year-old Slovenian forward Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig on a five-year deal, marking their third attacking acquisition of the summer. A statement from the club on Saturday confirmed the move, pending registration. The signing is part of a broader revamp of United’s front line ahead of the new season.
The Nigeria Police Force has defended its arrest of activist Omoyele Sowore, stating it was linked to credible allegations of forgery, cyberstalking, and other offenses. In a statement on Friday, Force spokesperson DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi said Sowore’s detention was lawful and in line with constitutional procedures. He stressed that Sowore was granted bail within the…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has called on both the federal and state governments to urgently address lingering issues to prevent another industrial action in public universities. In a statement signed by its president, Prof. Christopher Piwuna, ASUU expressed deep frustration over unfulfilled agreements, poor funding, and worsening staff welfare. The union’s warning…
South Korean star Son Heung-min made a lively MLS debut for LAFC on Saturday, helping his team secure a 2-2 draw against Chicago Fire. Coming on as a second-half substitute, Son won a crucial penalty in the 77th minute after being fouled by Carlos Teran, which Denis Bouanga converted in the 81st minute. VAR confirmed…
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has slammed UEFA for failing to mention the cause of death of Palestinian footballer Suleiman al-Obeid in its recent tribute. UEFA had described al-Obeid, nicknamed the “Palestinian Pele,” as “a talent who gave hope to countless children” but did not state that the 41-year-old was killed by Israeli gunfire in Gaza,…
