Women’s doubles shuttlers Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah’s hopes of reaching the final of the Paris Olympics was dashed after they went down fighting to China’s world No. 1 Chen Qingchen-Jia Yifan.

But they can certainly walk tall. The world No. 12 pair gave the 2021 Tokyo Games silver medallist four-time world champions a run for their money before losing 12-21, 21-18,…

Continue ReadingWomen’s doubles shuttlers Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah’s hopes of reaching the final of the Paris Olympics was dashed after they went down fighting to China’s world No. 1 Chen Qingchen-Jia Yifan.

A room full of reporters got off on the wrong foot with Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, last weekend, after failing to say greet the star striker.

Haaland was attending to media duties at a pre-season press conference on Saturday, before City took on AC Milan in a friendly at the New York Yankee's stadium. But the…

Continue ReadingA room full of reporters got off on the wrong foot with Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, last weekend, after failing to say greet the star striker.

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has issued a strong rebuke against the recent social media call for a protest under the hashtag #IgboMustGo, which demands the removal of Igbo people from Lagos and the Southwest region of Nigeria.

The governor’s reaction comes five days after the campaign was started by a pro-Lagos X account, @lagospedia and hours after former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar condemned the move. Social media…

Continue ReadingLagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has issued a strong rebuke against the recent social media call for a protest under the hashtag #IgboMustGo, which demands the removal of Igbo people from Lagos and the Southwest region of Nigeria.

Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President, has strongly condemned the recent social media campaign under the hashtag #IgboMustGo, which demands the forced relocation of Igbo people from Lagos and other Southwest states.

In a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter), Atiku stated that such divisive rhetoric poses to national unity and security. A pro-Lagos X account, @lagospedia have been promoting the hashtag…

Continue ReadingAtiku Abubakar, former Vice President, has strongly condemned the recent social media campaign under the hashtag #IgboMustGo, which demands the forced relocation of Igbo people from Lagos and other Southwest states.

Men’s doubles shuttlers Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik suffered a heartbreaking defeat to China’s world No. 1 Liang Weikeng-Wang Chang in the semi-finals of the Paris Olympics on Friday.

World No. 3 Aaron-Wooi Yik fought their hearts out but it was not enough as they narrowly went down 19-21, 21-15, 17-21 to Weikeng-Wang Chang in a pulsating 68-minute clash…

Continue ReadingMen’s doubles shuttlers Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik suffered a heartbreaking defeat to China’s world No. 1 Liang Weikeng-Wang Chang in the semi-finals of the Paris Olympics on Friday.

AC Milan say they have become the first club in Europe to guarantee contract renewals for players who become pregnant in the final year of their deals.

Players at the Italian club will also receive help with childcare and expenses for their children and a companion. The move comes amid a push for improved rights for players…

Continue ReadingAC Milan say they have become the first club in Europe to guarantee contract renewals for players who become pregnant in the final year of their deals.

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti names his pick to win 2024 Ballon d’OrLater this year, the 2024 Ballon d’Or will be handed out by France Football. It’s expected that a new face will be the winner, with the dominant era of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo now at its end.

Real Madrid have a very good chance of having the winner on their books. Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham are considered to be the favourites, with Toni Kroos and Dani…

Continue ReadingReal Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti names his pick to win 2024 Ballon d’OrLater this year, the 2024 Ballon d’Or will be handed out by France Football. It’s expected that a new face will be the winner, with the dominant era of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo now at its end.