Cole Palmer Out for Six More Weeks, Says Maresca
Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer will remain sidelined for an additional six weeks, manager Enzo Maresca confirmed on Friday. Palmer has been out since picking up an injury during Chelsea’s 2-1 loss to Manchester United on September 20, where he exited early in the first half. Maresca had initially expected the 23-year-old to return after the […]
Zico Names Jay-Jay Okocha as Greatest African Footballer
Brazilian football legend Zico has named former Super Eagles captain Austin ‘Jay-Jay’ Okocha as the greatest African footballer of all time. Speaking on the “Obi One” Podcast hosted by former Nigerian midfielder John Obi Mikel, Zico praised Okocha’s exceptional talent, describing him as “a fantastic player” whose creativity, flair, and unique style set him apart […]
Arsenal’s Ødegaard Sidelined Until Late November
Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard is expected to miss multiple weeks of action following a knee injury sustained in the club’s October 4th victory over West Ham. The midfielder was forced off in the first half with a medial collateral ligament (MCL) issue. Although Arsenal initially confirmed he would miss the ongoing international break, no exact […]
Tiwa Savage Enters 2026 Grammy Race With Seven Submissions
Nigerian music sensation Tiwa Savage is in the running for the 2026 Grammy Awards with seven entries across major categories. Her latest album, This One Is Personal, was submitted for Best Global Music Album and Best Album Cover. The hit single You4Me earned two entries in the Best Global Music Performance and Best African Music […]
Ghana Qualifies for 2026 World Cup with Win Over Comoros
Ghana has qualified for the 2026 World Cup by defeating Comoros 1-0 in Accra, with Mohammed Kudus scoring the winning goal. The victory made Ghana Group I champions and the fifth African nation to qualify, joining Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, and Tunisia. Despite dominating possession early, Ghana broke the deadlock just after halftime. The win served […]
Africa Movie Awards 2025: Burkina Faso Leads Nominations
The 2025 Africa Movie Academy Awards nominations have been announced, celebrating top films from eight countries. Burkina Faso’s Katanga: Dance of the Scorpions leads with 10 nominations, followed by Nigeria’s Lisabi: The Uprising with seven, highlighting West Africa’s cinematic strength. The virtual ceremony was hosted by actors Lilian Aluko, Emeka Ossai, Charles Inojie, and Adaora […]
Chalamet & Jenner Step Out at Yankees Game
Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner made a rare public appearance at Yankee Stadium on October 8 to watch the Yankees take on the Blue Jays. The couple wore matching bomber jackets, with Jenner’s reading “Marty Supreme,” referencing Chalamet’s new film. The outing also marked the public debut of Chalamet’s freshly shaved head, previously hidden during […]
Sabrina Carpenter Shines at Opry Debut
Sabrina Carpenter made her debut at the Grand Ole Opry on October 7, wearing a vintage Bob Mackie dress originally designed for Ann-Margret in the 1970s. The 26-year-old was introduced by Sheryl Crow, whom she called her biggest idol. Sharing the moment on Instagram, Carpenter posted photos of her performance, a backstage moment with Crow, […]
Kano to Wed 2,000 Couples in Mass Ceremony
The Kano State Government has directed the Hisba Board to begin preparations for a mass wedding involving 2,000 couples. According to Deputy Commander-General Sheikh Mujahid Aminudeen, the initiative, approved by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, aims to support widows, divorcees, and low-income families. Prospective couples must register and complete mandatory health screenings, including tests for HIV/AIDS, […]
BBNaija Winner Imisi Receives ₦150M Prize
Big Brother Naija Season 10 winner, Opeyemi Ayanwale, aka Imisi, has officially received her ₦150 million grand prize. The 23-year-old actress and fashion designer from Oyo State was awarded ₦80 million in cash and a new Innoson SUV at a presentation event in Lagos. The ceremony drew fans, ex-housemates, and representatives from show sponsor Multichoice […]