Crystal Palace have been dropped from the Europa League to the UEFA Conference League after breaching European football’s multi-club ownership rules, UEFA confirmed on Friday. The decision comes as a result of the club’s ownership structure. American businessman John Textor holds a stake in Palace while also serving as the majority owner of French side
Paris Saint Germain and Chelsea are set to face off in a high-stakes showdown in the final of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, as the revamped tournament reaches its climax in the United States. The blockbuster clash between two of Europe’s elite teams will bring the month-long football festival to a thrilling close. The
Mali took a significant step toward securing a place in the quarterfinals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after battling to a 1–1 draw against Ghana in a lively Group C clash on Friday in Berkane. Alice Kusi opened the scoring for the Black Queens in the sixth minute when she pounced on
In a major move aimed at reviving agricultural productivity across the state, the Zamfara State Government has commenced the distribution of 59,205 bags of fertilizer along with other essential farm inputs to thousands of local farmers. The initiative, which is part of the administration’s broader agricultural intervention programme, is designed to cushion the impact of
In a fresh twist to one of this summer’s most talked-about transfer sagas, Turkish champions Galatasaray have reportedly submitted an improved offer of €75 million for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, following the rejection of their earlier €70 million proposal by Italian club Napoli. This development was revealed by trusted football journalist Fabrizio Romano, who has
Ekiti, July 11, 2025 — In alignment with the Federal Road Safety Corps’ 2025 Corporate Strategic Goal 2, the Ekiti State Sector Commander, Corps Commander Sanya Adeoye, MCILT, on Thursday commissioned the newly renovated Sector Commander’s office, a project aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and workplace productivity. The office renovation was facilitated by key stakeholders
Former Real Madrid star and Welsh international, Gareth Bale, has lauded Luka Modric with glowing admiration as the Croatian veteran completes a high-profile switch to Italian giants AC Milan. Speaking shortly after Modric’s departure from the Santiago Bernabéu, Bale described the 39-year-old midfield dynamo as “fine wine,” referencing the Croatian’s remarkable consistency and class that,
Abuja, July 11, 2025 — The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has provided a detailed update on migrating the Form M process from the legacy NICIS II platform to its innovative B’Odogwu system, assuring stakeholders of a smoother transition and more transparent trade procedures. According to the Customs spokesman, Abdullahi Maiwada, the pilot phase for digitalising Form M issuance
Lagos, July 11, 2025 — Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo‑Olu has called on eligible voters across the state to participate fully in the local government elections scheduled for July 12, highlighting the importance of grassroots democracy and community development. In a statement released on Friday, the governor described the polls as an opportunity for Lagosians
Abuja, July 11, 2025 — Vice President Kashim Shettima will depart Abuja on Saturday, July 12, for the capital city of São Tomé, the Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe, to represent President Bola Tinubu at the country’s 50th National Independence Day celebrations. In a statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant to the
