Author: Olukayode Oke

The newly installed Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Afolabi Ghandi Laoye, is scheduled to make his first public appearance on Thursday morning following the conclusion of seven days of traditional rites. Last Friday, Kingmakers of the ancient town of Ogbomoso installed Pastor Prince Ghandi Afolabi Laoye of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) as the new Soun of Ogbomoso. The Areago High Chief, Sobalaje Otolorin, led the installation that took place in Abata. Pastor Ghandi then proceeded into seclusion to commence traditional rites attached to the throne. However, at the end of the seven days of traditional rites, the new monarch is…

Brentford’s in-form forward Bryan Mbeumo was on the scoresheet for Cameroon as the Indomitable Lions beat Burundi 3-0 to reach the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) in Ivory Coast. Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana marked his return to the Cameroon team after nine months out with some important saves in Garoua. Cameroon finished top of Group C to qualify alongside Namibia, completing the line-up of 24 teams for the tournament. After a nervy first half, Mbeumo struck for the hosts straight after the break with his fifth goal of the season for club and country. Christopher Wooh added a…

Super Falcons striker Desire Oparanozie has announced her retirement from professional football at the age of 29. She made the announcement on social media on Wednesday morning. “To my fans, family, and friends, thank you for the show of love and support over the years. It’s time to take a bow, as I believe there’s no better time than now. I’m officially announcing my retirement from professional football for both club and country,” Oparanozie wrote on her X handle. “To every team and coach I have played for, to every mate I’ve played alongside, and to every opponent I have…

In defiance of the African Union (AU), head of Gabon’s junta, General Brice Oligui Nguema, on Tuesday swore in fresh justices of the country’s Constitutional Court as well as members of his cabinet. He also chaired the first council meeting with the ministers of his transitional government in Libreville, Gabon. “I took this opportunity to remind members of the government of my demands, among which is , the service of the Gabonese is first and foremost,” the general tweeted on Tuesday evening. The steps taken by the junta is in further disregard for the directive of the African Union (AU)…

Lagos State House of Assembly summons LAMATA over non-inclusion of Yoruba Language in train services. The Lagos State House Assembly, on Tuesday, asked the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) to appear before it over its refusal to add Yoruba to languages it uses for announcements and instructions in its train service. Noting the importance of Yoruba language for passing information to passengers on the trains, the House stated that it would help some of them, especially new users, easily understand what to do. The House further noted that since 2017 when the bill on compulsory teaching of Yoruba Language…

After 26 years and 137 caps Ildefons Lima has played his last game for Andorra – ending the longest career in international football. The 43-year-old made his Andorra debut aged 17 in a 4-1 loss to Estonia in 1997, scoring in the nation’s second ever official fixture. He has played in every decade since and on Tuesday he started his final international match, a 3-0 defeat by Switzerland. After 23 minutes he was substituted and was given a standing ovation by Swiss and Andorran supporters as he left the field. He was replaced by Ricard Fernandez Betriu, a team-mate who…

Argentina rested Lionel Messi but still beat Bolivia 3-0 to make it two wins from two in World Cup qualifying. Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez opened the scoring, with further strikes from Nicolas Tagliafico and Nicolas Gonzalez sealing victory in La Paz. Brazil also secured their second win after beating Peru 1-0 thanks to a 90th-minute goal from Marquinhos. Marcelo Bielsa suffered his first defeat in charge of Uruguay after Ecuador came from behind to win 2-1. Bielsa’s side, who beat Chile on Saturday, took the lead through Agustin Canobbio, but a goal in each half from Felix Torres secured the win…

England continued their modern-day superiority in the 150-year rivalry with Scotland by beating their in-form hosts in a friendly at a raucous Hampden. The Scots last triumphed in this fixture in 1999, but hopes of a 42nd win appeared ominously faint as Phil Foden’s opener silenced the national stadium before the terrific Jude Bellingham was gifted a second three minutes later. A shaken Scotland eventually awoke the home crowd as Harry Maguire’s lazy leg sent Andy Robertson’s cross screeching beyond Aaron Ramsdale. However, England’s classy play and intricate movement would pay once more as Harry Kane slotted home the visitors’…

Fast-rising Nigerian singer, rapper and songwriter, Mohbad also known as Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba has passed on at 27 years old. Music executive Ovie shared the sad news on his X, formerly known as Twitter. on Tuesday evening. He wrote, “Confirmed. MohBad is dead. Sad, sad day.” He was formerly signed to Naira Marley’s “Marlian Records” and left the label in 2022. He was best known for his hit singles Ponmo, Feel Good, and KPK (Ko Por Ke) with Rexxie which was nominated 3 times for The Headies awards 2022.

David Moyes insists Jesse Lingard is in excellent condition and hinted that could return to West Ham if he continues to impress during training. The 30-year-old, who spent part of the 2020-21 season on loan in East London from Manchester United, has been without a club since leaving Nottingham Forest in the summer. On the attacking midfielder, Moyes said: “He’s in really good condition — much better condition than he was when he first came in. “I have to say, when Jesse joined us two years ago I think he scored nine goals in 15 games and was probably the…

Manchester United stunned the fans of Nigerian music sensation, Adekunle Gold, when they shared pictures of the musician modeling the club’s newly unveiled outfits. In their Instagram post shared earlier today, Adekunle Gold, who is a big fan of United, could be seen posing while wearing the newly released LFSTLR jersey designed by world renowned sportswear making company Adidas. In another slide, Adekunle Gold, 36, was seen posing wearing the newly released Manchester United’s branded hoodie. In a statement on the club’s website, Manchester United explained that the new outfits are for “fans who want to show off their club pride in…

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has listed 85 referees for a preparatory course ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. No Nigerian referees made the shortlist released by CAF on Tuesday. The list include centre referees, assistant referees, video assistant referees (VAR), technical instructors, physical trainers, VAR technicians and IT support. Egypt and Algeria have the highest number of referees on the list with three each. Four VAR referees were selected from Mauritius, South Africa, Morocco and Egypt. Seven technical instructors and physical trainers from Zimbabwe, Burundi, Cote D’Ivoire, Senegal, Morocco and Djibouti were selected. The Super Eagles…