NFF appoints Maikaba and Uwejamomere as Flying Eagles (U-20) and the Golden Eaglets (U-17) coaches

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially endorsed the appointments of Abdu Maikaba and Eboboritse Uwejamomere as the new head coaches for the Flying Eagles (U-20) and the Golden Eaglets (U-17), respectively.    The decision marks a significant shift in the leadership of Nigeria’s youth developmental teams.  Abdu Maikaba, a seasoned tactician in the Nigeria…

Jose Mourinho had the biggest impact in my managerial career –Frank Lampard

Coventry manager, Frank Lampard has identified Jose Mourinho as the primary influence on his coaching career, citing the legendary manager’s psychological approach as a defining factor in his own development.    In an interview with The Times, Lampard reflected on the lessons learned during his record-breaking tenure at Chelsea, where he made 215 appearances under…

‘We can’t watch our citizens being humiliated in your country

The Federal Government of Nigeria has issued a stern warning to South Africa regarding the renewed harassment, humiliation, and extrajudicial killings of Nigerian citizens. Minister of Foreign Affairs Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu addressed the situation on Thursday, May 8,  following a telephone conversation with her South African counterpart, Ronald Lamola. The dialogue focused on recent anti-migrant protests…

Real Madrid star, Federico Valverde hospitalised’ in brutal training ground fight with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni.

  Left:,Aurelien Tchouameni, Right: Federico Valverde Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde was reportedly taken to the hospital following another physical altercation with team-mate Aurelien Tchouameni.   According to Express UK, both players had been involved in a training ground dispute, just days before this weekend’s crucial game against Barcelona.   The incident is described as…

Army arrests terrorist courier with 500 rounds of ammunition hidden inside bag of maize in Kogi

Troops of the 12 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have arrested a terrorist ammunition courier along the Obajana–Lokoja road in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State.    Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 12 Brigade Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Hassan Abdullahi, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.   The suspect, identified as Yahaya…