Pep Guardiola has dismissed speculation suggesting he could leave Manchester City F.C. at the end of the season, insisting he remains focused on his role at the club despite mounting reports linking him with a possible exit. Reports surfaced on Tuesday, May 18, claiming City had begun internal discussions regarding Guardiola’s potential departure following Sunday’s…
The Nigeria Police Force has announced the rescue of 30 nationals of Mali from an alleged human trafficking and exploitation ring operating in Nasarawa State and the Federal Capital Territory. In a statement released on Monday, May 18, police spokesperson Anthony Placid said the victims were discovered in residential buildings located in Mararaba and Karu,…
The Nigeria Democratic Congress has completed the sale of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for its 2027 presidential race, with Peter Obi emerging as the only aspirant to obtain the forms. Sources within the party revealed that Obi was the sole contender before the deadline for the collection of presidential forms closed on Sunday,…
Togo has introduced a visa-free entry policy for citizens of all African countries travelling to the nation for short visits of up to 30 days. The announcement was made on Tuesday, May 19, in a statement released by the Togo Ministry of Security via its official X account. According to the ministry, the initiative is…
Bola Tinubu has condemned the “barbaric” killing of one of the teachers abducted from the Esiele community in Ogbomoso. Gunmen reportedly attacked Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Community Grammar School and LA Primary School in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State on Friday, May 15, abducting several teachers. In a statement issued on Monday…
Chelsea F.C. have officially announced the appointment of Xabi Alonso as the club’s new manager. The Spaniard is set to take charge on July 1, 2026, after signing a four-year contract at Stamford Bridge. In a statement posted on X, Chelsea said: “Chelsea Football Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Xabi Alonso as…
Nigerian sprint hurdler Tobi Amusan delivered a strong performance at the opening meeting of the 2026 Diamond League season in Shanghai on Saturday, finishing third in the women’s 100m hurdles. Fresh from winning gold at the African Senior Athletics Championships in Ghana last week, Amusan recorded a season-best time of 12.41 seconds to place behind…
Popular socialite Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chiefpriest, has denied reports alleging that he contested and lost in the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election conducted in Imo State on May 16. Social media was awash with claims that the celebrity barman had been defeated in his attempt to secure the APC ticket for…
FIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafstrom has expressed confidence that Iran will take part in the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite ongoing regional tensions and concerns over visas and travel arrangements. Speaking after meeting with Mehdi Taj in Istanbul on May 16, Grafstrom described the discussions as “excellent” and “constructive.” He told Reuters that FIFA is working…
