Chelsea’s attacking sensation, Cole Palmer, picked up an untimely injury during a training session on the eve of the Blues’ crucial Premier League showdown against Arsenal. The 22-year-old was subsequently left out of Enzo Maresca’s squad for the match, which ended in a disappointing 1-0 defeat for Chelsea at the Emirates. Mikel Merino’s 20th-minute strike…
In a strong statement on Sunday, Amnesty International urged the Nigerian government to cease its threats and intimidation against individuals and groups who express dissenting opinions. The global human rights organization emphasized that freedom of expression is a fundamental right enshrined in both the Nigerian constitution and international law. The statement comes in response to…
Nigerian para-badminton player, Eniola Bolaji has once again proven her dominance in para-badminton SL3, securing her second gold medal in just two weeks. The world number two and Paralympic bronze medalist delivered an outstanding performance at the Spanish Para-Badminton International 2025 in Toledo, Spain, where she triumphed over Turkey’s Halime Yildiz with a commanding 2-0…
India and New Zealand have officially restarted negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), nearly a decade after talks stalled in 2015. This significant development coincides with New Zealand’s Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s four-day visit to India, beginning March 16. Discussions for a Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) first began in April 2010, aiming to…
The Trump administration is reportedly considering imposing strict travel restrictions on citizens from 41 countries, marking a significant escalation in its immigration crackdown. According to a report from Reuters, citing internal documents and anonymous sources, the proposed restrictions would be divided into three distinct categories, each with varying degrees of limitations on U.S. visa issuance….
The war between Ukraine and Russia raged on this weekend as both nations unleashed a massive barrage of drone attacks, intensifying hostilities amid growing international efforts to negotiate a ceasefire. Meanwhile, Russian forces reclaimed additional territory in the Kursk region, pushing Ukrainian troops further west. As diplomatic pressure mounts, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed skepticism…
Thibaut Courtois has made his long-awaited return to the Belgium national team, earning a place in the Red Devils’ 26-man squad for their crucial two-legged Nations League qualifying clash against Ukraine. This marks the Real Madrid goalkeeper’s first international call-up since June 2023, following a well-documented dispute with former Belgium manager Domenico Tedesco over the…
Gold prices soared past the $3,000 mark for the first time ever on Friday, as escalating trade tensions under President Donald Trump’s administration fueled demand for safe-haven assets. Meanwhile, stock markets rallied following growing optimism that US lawmakers would successfully prevent a government shutdown. Investors turned to gold as a hedge against economic uncertainty, pushing…
In a significant boost to Nigeria’s social welfare framework, the European Union (EU) has committed €46 million to support the country’s social protection initiatives. The newly launched program, titled “Sustainable Social Protection System in Nigeria” (SUSI), was officially unveiled at the United Nations House in Abuja. This initiative represents a major step toward strengthening Nigeria’s…
Mark Carney has officially stepped into his role as Canada’s 24th Prime Minister, succeeding Justin Trudeau, who led the country since 2015. Wasting no time in setting his agenda, Carney strongly rebuffed U.S. President Donald Trump’s repeated assertions that Canada should become the 51st state of the United States. Speaking shortly after his swearing-in ceremony,…
