By Ayomide Otitoju Burnley striker Lyle Foster scored in the 79th minute as South Africa edged Angola 2-1 in Marrakesh on Monday, securing their first opening win at an Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign since 2004. Bafana Bafana had previously struggled in tournament openers, drawing twice and losing four times since their 2004 victory…
By Ayomide Otitoju Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has expressed confidence and optimism as Nigeria prepares for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), insisting the team is united and motivated to make amends for recent setbacks. Ndidi, who was named captain earlier this week, said the Super Eagles are heading into the tournament with…
By Ayomide Otitoju Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has confirmed that both Liam Delap and Estevao are expected to be available for Saturday’s Premier League clash against in-form Aston Villa at Stamford Bridge. Delap has recovered from a shoulder injury sustained during Chelsea’s draw with Bournemouth on December 6, easing fears of a prolonged absence…
By Ayomide Otitoju Rite Foods Limited has extended Yuletide greetings to Nigerians as families and communities come together to celebrate Christmas and prepare for the new year. In a statement marking the festive season, the food and beverage company described the Yuletide as a period of love, gratitude, and togetherness, encouraging consumers to share special…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Director-General of the Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), Mr. Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, has extended Christmas and New Year greetings to Christians in Nigeria and China as they mark the yuletide season. In a goodwill message, Tegbe described Christmas as a season that reflects enduring values of love, peace, sacrifice, and unity, noting…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), in partnership with the Lagos State Drivers Institute (LASDRI), has successfully concluded a comprehensive training programme for operational personnel under the Bus Reform Initiative. The programme targeted drivers, ground staff, and ticketing officers, focusing on safe driving practices, professional conduct, and customer service. The initiative…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) convened a critical review workshop on the Draft Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) for the 68-kilometre Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Green Line, marking a key milestone for the Federal Government–backed project. Chaired by Mrs. Olufunke Babade and convened by the Federal Ministry of…
By Ayomide Otitoju The International Association of Public Transport (UITP) has unveiled ambitious plans to advance sustainable mobility over the next decade, pledging major capacity-building targets and launching a new global awareness initiative. The announcement came during the official United Nations launch of the Decade of Sustainable Transport (2026–2035) in New York, where Engr. Mrs….
By ayomide Otitoju The Catholic Archbishop of Lagos, Most Rev. Dr. Alfred Adewale Martins, has urged Nigerians to give thanks for the gift of Christmas while confronting the country’s pervasive insecurity and rising criminal violence. In his 2025 Christmas message, Archbishop Martins described Nigeria as being “in the midst of a tide of criminal violence,…
