Chelsea have rejected an initial season-long loan offer from Leeds United for winger Mykhailo Mudryk, with negotiations between the two clubs continuing. The opening proposal fell short of Chelsea’s valuation, but Leeds remain interested in the Ukraine international, who is reportedly keen on a move to Elland Road. Mudryk, 25, has agreed in principle to…
Atlético Madrid face increasing competition in their pursuit of Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson, with Aston Villa also interested in the Senegal international. Jackson remains one of Atlético’s preferred options to strengthen Diego Simeone’s attack after Alexander Sørloth suffered an injury, leaving the Spanish side short of alternatives at the start of the season. Atlético are…
Leeds United midfielder Brenden Aaronson has signed a new three-year contract extension after an impressive campaign following the club’s return to the Premier League. The United States international played a key role in Leeds’ Championship title-winning campaign in the 2024/25 season, scoring nine goals and providing one assist after returning from a loan spell at…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ending persistent blackouts and achieving 24-hour electricity supply across the state. Sanwo-Olu said the Lagos State Government would work with key stakeholders to increase available electricity supply to about 3,500 megawatts (MW) through coordinated efforts in generation, transmission, distribution and metering….
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has called for collaboration between the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) and fellows of the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA) to explore solutions to waste management challenges in the state. Sanwo-Olu made the call on Wednesday during a mentorship session with the academy’s third cohort, the Class…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fidelity Bank Plc has distributed essential food items to more than 1,000 families in Kogi State through its Fidelity Food Bank Initiative as part of efforts to tackle food insecurity and support vulnerable households. The outreach, held at the Youth Centre in Lokoja, is part of the bank’s broader Corporate Social Responsibility…
By Ayomide Otitoju Campaigning for Nigeria’s 2027 general elections officially began on Wednesday, five months before the polls, with the economy, cost of living and insecurity expected to dominate political debates. Africa’s most populous country continues to face economic challenges and persistent violence from armed groups, while President Bola Tinubu’s divided opposition could strengthen his…
By Ayomide Otitoju Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has received his Certificate of Return following his victory in the August 15, 2026 governorship election. Adeleke received the certificate at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office in Osogbo on Wednesday. The governor danced in celebration as supporters of the Accord Party and other well-wishers cheered…
A FIFA vice-president has withdrawn his support for the organisation’s embattled president, Gianni Infantino, describing the “unexpected dismissal” of critic Kevin Lamour as the “final straw”. Hungarian FIFA vice-president and council member Sandor Csanyi said Infantino had lost the confidence he previously placed in him, citing concerns over a series of controversial decisions surrounding this…
