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The White House has released President Donald Trump’s new national security strategy, a 33-page document that expands his “America First” doctrine and outlines a major shift in US foreign policy. The strategy focuses on redefining America’s role in the Western Hemisphere while taking a far more confrontational stance toward Europe.   The document stresses a “readjustment” of the US military presence in the Western Hemisphere to counter migration, drug trafficking and the growing influence of rival powers. It calls for a stronger Coast Guard and Navy presence and authorizes deployments aimed at securing the border and defeating cartels, including the potential use of lethal force. The plan is presented as part of a “Trump Corollary” to the Monroe Doctrine, asserting that US dominance in the region is essential for national security.   This strategy follows a controversial campaign in which US forces have destroyed multiple alleged drug boats in international waters,...

Former Manchester United and England midfielder, Jesse Lingard, has agreed to terminate his contract with FC Seoul for a 'new challenge'.   Lingard, 32, had joined the K League side on a free transfer in February 2024 in a shock move.   He has made 66 appearances for the club, scoring 18 goals and providing 10 assists.   FC Seoul qualified for the AFC Champions League after finishing fourth in his first season at the club, but finished sixth in the 12-team league in their recently concluded 2024-25 season.   Lingard, who is set to make his final appearance for the club in the AFC Champions League next week against Melbourne City, has thanked fans an 'unforgettable experience'.   'After positive discussions with FC Seoul, we have mutually agreed that I will be leaving the club at the end of the 2025 season, with my final game on December 10th,' Lingard said.   'This wasn’t an easy decision. My time in South Korea has been unbelievable — the footb...

An overnight exchange of gunfire and shelling at the Pakistan Afghanistan border left four civilians and one soldier dead, Afghan officials said on Saturday, December 6, marking the latest escalation despite a ceasefire agreement reached after deadly clashes in October.   Hamdullah Fitrat, a spokesman for the Afghan government, said five civilians were also wounded. Across the border, a hospital in Chaman, Pakistan, reported treating three people with minor injuries.   Both countries accused each other of launching “unprovoked” attacks at the busy Chaman Spin Boldak crossing in southern Afghanistan. Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said on X that “the Pakistani side started attacking Afghanistan in Kandahar, Spin Boldak district, and the forces of the Islamic Emirate were forced to respond.” Pakistan countered that Afghan forces fired first, with Mosharraf Zaidi, a spokesman for Pakistan’s prime minister, writing that “the Afghan Taliban regime resorted to unpr...

Cocona, a popular member of the Japanese girl group XG, marked their 20th birthday with a deeply personal revelation, announcing that they identify as transmasculine and nonbinary.   They also revealed that they underwent top surgery earlier this year, successfully removing their breasts. Cocona did not specify any updated pronouns.   The announcement was shared with the group’s 3.2 million followers on Instagram, alongside photos showing Cocona wearing an unbuttoned black blazer that offered a glimpse of their top surgery scar. In the translated message, they said this was something that had been in their heart “for a long time.” Cocona wrote:   “I was born and perceived as female, but that label never represented who I truly am. I live in a way that feels more masculine and true to who I am. The hardest thing I’ve ever faced was accepting and embracing myself. But as I slowly began to do that, I was able to open a new door.”   They expressed...

Nollywood star Kate Henshaw and a lawyer on X traded words after she criticised Justice Olukayode Bada over the acquittal of Dr Olufemi Francis Olaleye — who has now been remanded in the UK.   Kate Henshaw had posted that the appellate court judge should “hide his face in shame,” accusing him of freeing the doctor who is now facing fresh charges abroad.   The lawyer fired back, calling her comments “ignorant” and explaining that the Court of Appeal is handled by a three-man panel, not a single judge. He added that acquittal in Nigeria does not determine the outcome of a separate case in the UK, as both involve different charges and different victims.   Kate Henshaw responded with insults of her own, dragging him for his remarks and insisting on her stance.

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong, 32,  has announced his international retirement from football.   Ekong announced his retirement in a post on Instagram on Thursday, bringing an end to his 10-year stay in the national team.   He wrote: “Honoured. Grateful. Forever a Super Eagle. Playing for Nigeria has been the greatest privilege of my life.   “The journey may end here, but my support never will. Here’s to the next chapter.   Troost-Ekong made 83 appearances for Nigeria after he was handed his debut by the late Stephen Keshi in a 2-0 win over Chad in 2015.   Ekong’s retirement comes less than 48 hours after he was listed in Eric Chelle’s 54-player squad for the forthcoming African Cup of Nations (AFCON), which will commence in Morocco from December 21.   He represented the Netherlands at the youth levels, but decided to play for the SuperEagles and made his senior debut in 2015 during an AFCON qualifier against Chad.   He also...

US President Donald Trump has intensified his attacks on Somali immigrants for a second consecutive day, claiming they have “destroyed Minnesota” and “destroyed our country.” His remarks come amid growing criticism that he is using inflammatory language toward migrant communities.   Speaking to reporters, Trump described Minnesota as “a hellhole right now,” asserting that Somali residents “should be out of here” and that “all they do is complain.” His comments follow recent fraud cases involving individuals of Somali descent accused in Covid relief schemes that netted more than $1 billion. Minnesota is home to roughly 80,000 Somali Americans. Trump’s rhetoric coincides with the start of a new immigration crackdown in the Minneapolis–St. Paul area. A senior law enforcement official said Immigration and Customs Enforcement is not specifically targeting Somalis, though some may be arrested if they are found to have violated immigration laws. The president also escalated hi...

Russian President, Vladimir Putin has insisted that Moscow will take control of Ukraine’s Donbas region “by military or other means,” reaffirming one of the Kremlin’s core demands as Ukrainian officials prepare for another round of peace discussions with the United States. Putin arrived in New Delhi, where he was received by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, shortly after meeting a US delegation led by special envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow.   At the same time, Ukrainian officials are traveling to the US for further discussions on a potential plan to end the ongoing conflict, according to a source familiar with the talks.   In an interview with India Today, Putin said Russia would “liberate Donbas and Novorossiya in any case,” emphasizing that Moscow’s definition of victory remains tied to capturing and controlling those territories.   When asked what victory would look like, Putin replied: “We will finish it when we achieve the goals set at the beginning of...

Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has emerged as the most searched Nigerian in Google’s 2025 Year in Search report.   The report provides insight into how Nigerians used the internet this year to follow major events, track cultural trends, engage with entertainment, and process moments of national significance.   According to Google, the Kogi Central lawmaker drew “unprecedented public interest” as Nigerians turned to Search to follow developments around her rising political profile.   The report shows that 2025 was a year in which Nigerians used Google to make sense of fast-moving news, from local politics to global conflicts such as the Israel–Iran war and the US Elections. Google noted that the trends reveal “a nation keenly following both domestic and international shifts.”   The death of former President Muhammadu Buhari also triggered a surge in search activity, as citizens revisited his tenure and assessed his impact on Nigeria’s politic...

The Senate has moved a step closer to reforming Nigeria’s emergency response system with the consideration of a bill seeking to establish a single, toll-free national emergency number for all citizens. The proposed legislation, titled A Bill for an Act to Establish the National Emergency Toll Service (NETS), scaled second reading during plenary on Tuesday.   Sponsor of the bill, Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yar’Adua (APC, Katsina Central), said the intention is to replace Nigeria’s multiple emergency helplines with one unified three-digit number, likely “112,” depending on recommendations from the public hearing. He told lawmakers that Nigeria’s current system, which involves separate numbers for the police, fire service, ambulances, domestic violence desks, child protection units and disaster agencies, has created widespread confusion during emergencies.   Yar’Adua said the reform would ensure that “calls and text messages will be routed automatically to the nearest eme...

NATO countries pledged on Wednesday, December 3, to buy hundreds of millions more dollars of US arms for Ukraine, sending a strong signal of continued support despite ongoing US-led peace talks with Moscow. Foreign ministers from the 32-nation alliance gathered in Brussels to discuss Washington’s push to end the fighting.   The gathering comes shortly after US envoys appeared to fail to make a major breakthrough in five hours of talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow.   NATO chief Mark Rutte emphasized the need to strengthen Ukraine's position regardless of the pace of negotiations. Rutte stated, The peace talks are ongoing, that’s good, but at the same time, we have to make sure that whilst they take place — and we are not sure when they will end — that Ukraine is in the strongest possible position to keep the fight going” As part of this commitment, Germany, Poland, Norway, The Netherlands, and Canada announced they would together commit approximat...

Drake has been named Apple Music’s most popular artist of the year, while Kendrick Lamar’s explosive Grammy-winning diss track remains the platform’s biggest rap song, a twist that underscores how deeply intertwined the two rivals continue to be on the global charts.   Apple Music on Tuesday, December 2,released its “’25 Replay,” revealing Drake as the top artist of the year. His dominance on the platform was fueled by a surge in streaming that began in February with the release of “Some Sexy Songs 4 U,” his collaborative project with PartyNextDoor, and carried through to the music used during his “Iceman” album rollout.   The rivalry that defined much of the musical landscape over the past year didn’t appear to dampen Drake’s streaming power, nor did it diminish listeners’ obsession with Kendrick Lamar’s pointed takedowns. Even as Drake dominated overall listening, Kendrick’s “Not Like Us” continued to pull extraordinary numbers on Apple Music.   The track, w...

Tennis legend Serena Williams has reportedly taken the first step in a potential comeback to the tennis court.   According to Matthew Futterman of The Athletic, Williams has informed the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) that she is pursuing reentry into tennis' International Registered Testing Pool.   Williams' name was among others on an ITIA player pool list from Oct. 6.   “She has notified us that she wants to be reinstated into the testing pool,” an ITIA spokesperson told The Athletic. “I do not know if this means she is coming back, or just giving herself the option. All I can say is she’s back in the pool and therefore subject to whereabouts.”   Players listed have to be in the pool for six months before being eligible to return to play.   The 44-year-old Williams last played a competitive match during the third round of the 2022 U.S. Open. The day after her defeat, she applied for official retirement with the ITIA, which meant she ...

A Nigerian woman has gone viral online after boldly shooting her shot at a man she admired on the platform.   The woman identified as Sade, publicly expressed her interest, noting that she sees him as “a man of value” and would love the chance to get to know him better.   Shortly after her message gained attention, the man, named Tunde responded. He began by commending her courage and acknowledging that they had interacted a few times on the app. However, he politely declined her advances, explaining that he would not be able to pursue further conversations at the moment.

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has warned that any police officer found providing escort or protection for Very Important Persons (VIPs) will be arrested, describing such assignments as “illegal duty” under the current directive of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun.   The spokesperson of the police force, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed this while speaking on Channels TV on Tuesday, December 2.   Hundeyin stressed that the enforcement operation is fully underway, emphasising that all officers attached to VIP protection duties have been withdrawn.   “The enforcement is on. The IGP gave the directive that any police officer found escorting VIPs be arrested because, definitely, he is on illegal duty. Every one of them has been recalled'' Hundeyin said   The police PRO stated that the IGP had issued strict orders to senior police commanders to withdraw all officers previously assigned to VIPs.   Quoting the IGP’s instruction, Hunde...

Former Super Eagles head coach, Sunday Oliseh has publicly declared his support for the current handler of the team, Eric Chelle, despite the Super Eagles’ recent failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Super Eagles missed out on a spot at the tournament after losing 4-3 on penalties to the Leopards of Democratic Republic of Congo in the final of the African playoffs. This was the Super Eagles’ first defeat under the former Mali international coach. Oliseh confessed that he was initially unhappy with the decision of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to give Chelle the Super Eagles job in January. However, the former Ajax midfielder has since changed his mind, praising Chelle for his good work with the three-time African champions. “I am one of those, in reality, was totally unhappy when he was appointed, but I must be honest with you that so far, he has won me over,” Oliseh said on his podcast. “I feel like the man has really given it a lot, he’s done a lot,...

President Bola  Tinubu on Saturday, November 29, received former President Goodluck Jonathan at the Presidential Villa following Jonathan’s return to Nigeria from Guinea-Bissau.   Jonathan had travelled to the West African country on an election monitoring mission. His safety became a subject of public concern after soldiers attempted to seize power in Guinea-Bissau, triggering uncertainty in the capital.   He was however flown back to the country on Friday, November 28.   He visited the State House to brief President Tinubu on his election monitoring duty in Guinea Bissau.

A Bolivian Cup quarter-final clash between Blooming and Real Oruro ended in absolute chaos after the final  whistle, leading the referee to issue a staggering 17 red cards following a huge brawl involving players and staff from both sides. The match ended in a 2-2 draw in the Copa Bolivia quarter-finals, meaning Blooming advanced to the semi-finals thanks to their 2-1 victory in the first leg. However, the action on the pitch was completely overshadowed by the violent scenes that erupted just moments after the match concluded. In video clips that went viral on social media, players from both teams are seen coming together in a huge crowd, where staff members and players began throwing punches. The widespread violence became so severe that police present at the game were forced to use tear gas to stop the disorder. Reports indicate the unsavoury scenes began when Oruro star Sebastian Zeballos was held back by Blooming players, broke free, and began pushing. His teammate ...

A daughter of South Africa’s former president Jacob Zuma has resigned from parliament following allegations that she helped recruit South African men to join Russian mercenaries fighting in the Ukraine war. Her party, Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK), confirmed the development on Friday, November 28.   Police announced last week that they were investigating claims that Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, an MP in the MK party, had allegedly lured 17 South African men to Russia “to fight in the Ukrainian war without their knowledge or consent”. The presidency also said earlier in November that it had been approached to help bring home the 17 men, who were reportedly “trapped” in the Donbas region after being lured there “under the pretext of lucrative employment contracts”.   At a press briefing in Durban, MK national chairperson Nkosinathi Nhleko said: “Comrade Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla has tendered her resignation from the National Assembly and all public representative responsibilities w...

Real Madrid have reportedly informed Liverpool that they have “no interest” in signing Ibrahima Konaté, despite widespread speculation linking the France international to the Spanish giants as his contract winds down. Konaté, whose current deal expires at the end of the season, is eligible to sign a pre-contract agreement with overseas clubs from January 1, but it remains uncertain whether he will depart Anfield as a free agent.   The Athletic reported that Real Madrid directly communicated their stance to Liverpool, stating clearly that they were not pursuing the 26-year-old defender. The publication noted, “The La Liga side have informed their Premier League counterparts directly and unequivocally that, despite such heavy speculation,they now have no interest in recruiting the France international.”   Liverpool had made efforts to extend Konaté’s stay since 2023, and the responsibility of securing a renewal later fell to sporting director Richard Hughes after his...

Former Super Falcons head coach Randy Waldrum has challenged the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to explain how it spent the $960,000 he insists FIFA disbursed to all participating nations in October 2022 for preparations ahead of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.    In a video that has gone viral on social media, Waldrum accused the federation of failing to organise a proper pre-tournament training camp despite receiving the grant. “I have a real close contact here in the US that is very connected with some of the board at FIFA. This person told me that in October, every country was given $960,000 from FIFA to prepare for the World Cup. Where is that money?” he asked.   Waldrum criticised what he described as poor planning around the team’s October 2022 friendly in Japan, saying the logistics left his squad physically exhausted. “We went to Japan, we flew in, played the game, and went home. Some of our players didn’t arrive until...

Social media is buzzing after veteran Fuji musician Kwam 1 finally publicly acknowledged the son he shares with Yoruba movie actress Bisola Badmus — a child who has reportedly been in the background for 15 years.

Singer Davido has social media on alert after dropping a fresh set of cryptic tweets — and they keep getting more intense by the minute. Music streaming service   He first tweeted: Communication software   “Dey fool urself … my head go soon catch you … everybody go collect from my God.” Influencer marketing courses   Then he quoted his old June 2024 tweet that said:   “Anybody wey do me bad go collect this year one by one just Dey watch … e don start already”   And he sealed it with:   “Gbam.” Just when fans thought it was over, he returned with another tweet:   “Evil human beings …. U will learn.”

The Nigerian Army has confirmed the rescue of 21 passengers abducted along the Obajana–Oshokoshoko road in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State. The Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations of the 12 Brigade, Lokoja, Lt. Hassan Abdullahi, confirmed the development on Saturday while responding to inquiries about the attack.   Suspected bandits had launched an assault on travellers along the busy Osokoko–Obajana highway, targeting several vehicles and abducting passengers after blocking the road at about 2:30pm. Eyewitnesses reported that a commercial 18-seater bus and multiple other vehicles ran into the barricade, after which the assailants “seized vehicles that ran into their barricade and forcefully abducted the passengers into the bush before security operatives arrived.”   Lt. Abdullahi said the 21 victims were rescued after troops, working with vigilantes, hunters and other security operatives, engaged the kidnappers in what he described as “a fi...

US President Donald Trump on Saturday, November 29, warned that the airspace above and near Venezuela should now be considered closed, issuing a blunt message amid rising tensions with Nicolás Maduro’s government.    “To all Airlines, Pilots, Drug Dealers, and Human Traffickers,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform, “please consider THE AIRSPACE ABOVE AND SURROUNDING VENEZUELA TO BE CLOSED IN ITS ENTIRETY.”    He gave no further explanation, but the declaration comes as his administration intensifies pressure on Caracas with a significant US military deployment in the Caribbean that includes the world’s largest aircraft carrier.   Washington insists the buildup is aimed at curbing drug trafficking, while Venezuela maintains that the true objective is regime change. Since early September, US forces have struck more than 20 alleged Venezuelan drug-smuggling vessels in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean, killing more than 80 people, though...

Cristiano Ronaldo is making another move toward life beyond football with a new business venture in Madrid.   The Al-Nassr star, 40, is set to open Vega Private Members Club later this year in the heart of the city’s Golden Mile.   Libertad Digital reports that Inigo Onieva and Mabel Hospitality – the firm of Manuel Campos Guallar and Ronaldo are ready to launch an exclusive Private Members club in the heart of Spain’s capital city.   It is claimed that the aim is to ‘create an elegant and inviting atmosphere where luxury is more of a feeling than a mere decoration’.   The report states that mornings will offer a quiet and sophisticated environment, while at night it will transform into a social hub with exclusive dinners and bars.   Sign-ups won’t come cheap, however, with the highest-end ‘Founders’ Membership’ only available by invite and costing a one-off fee of £13,000.   This comes with lifetime access and priority bookings.   Local me...

Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky has announced the resignation of his powerful chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, who also served as the country’s lead negotiator in crucial talks with the United States. The departure comes immediately after Yermak’s residence was searched by anti-corruption investigators on Thursday, November 27.   The unprecedented search at the heart of Ukraine’s government occurs at a critical moment, as Kyiv faces intense pressure to sign a peace deal nearly four years after Russia’s full-scale invasion began.   Yermak has been a highly trusted confidant of Zelensky's for years, and the Ukrainian leader had long resisted calls to replace him. His departure is a significant blow to the President, potentially disrupting his carefully laid negotiating strategy.   In acknowledging the likely controversy surrounding Yermak’s long tenure, Zelensky referenced the high stakes, stating that Russia was waiting for Ukraine to make mis...

Lionel Messi says he has visited the newly renovated Camp Nou and hopes to one day return to the iconic stadium to finally bid supporters the farewell he never got to give.   The Argentina and Barcelona legend, now 38, left the club in 2021 amid Barca’s severe financial crisis, moving first to Paris Saint-Germain before joining Inter Miami two years later.   “Last night I returned to a place I deeply miss. A place where I was immensely happy, where you made me feel a thousand times like the happiest person in the world,” Messi wrote on Instagram. He added that he still hopes to come back in the future, not just as a visitor but to receive the proper goodbye he was denied when he departed unexpectedly in 2021.   Messi remains adored in Barcelona, where he spent more than two decades and became the club’s all-time top scorer. His message comes just days after scoring twice for Inter Miami on Saturday to help his team advance in the MLS Cup play-offs....

Lionel Messi says he has visited the newly renovated Camp Nou and hopes to one day return to the iconic stadium to finally bid supporters the farewell he never got to give.   The Argentina and Barcelona legend, now 38, left the club in 2021 amid Barca’s severe financial crisis, moving first to Paris Saint-Germain before joining Inter Miami two years later.   “Last night I returned to a place I deeply miss. A place where I was immensely happy, where you made me feel a thousand times like the happiest person in the world,” Messi wrote on Instagram. He added that he still hopes to come back in the future, not just as a visitor but to receive the proper goodbye he was denied when he departed unexpectedly in 2021.   Messi remains adored in Barcelona, where he spent more than two decades and became the club’s all-time top scorer. His message comes just days after scoring twice for Inter Miami on Saturday to help his team advance in the MLS Cup play-offs....

The United Kingdom's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has advised its citizen to avoid travel to several parts of Nigeria, citing concerns over terrorism, violent crime, kidnappings and intercommunal clashes.   This was contained in a latest Foreign Travel Advice released on GOV.UK on Sunday, November 9, 2025.    In the latest advisory, the FCDO said "insecurity is increasing across Nigeria. Kidnapping, violent crime, and intercommunal violence occur throughout all regions of Nigeria.”   The advisory called on British nationals to exercise extreme caution, review safety procedures, and ensure they have contingency plans in place.   The FCDO advised against all travel to Borno, Yobe, Adamawa, Gombe, Katsina, and Zamfara states, citing a “high and increasing threat from Boko Haram or Islamic State West Africa, particularly around transport hubs, religious areas and large gathe   According to the statement, the UK warned that “hu...

Russia said on Monday, November 10, that it was “delusional” for anyone to believe Ukraine could win the war, as its military announced the capture of three more villages along the vast front line. Moscow continues trying to exploit its advantage in manpower and equipment, though its territorial gains remain slow and costly almost four years after the full-scale invasion began.   Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said European leaders were misleading themselves by assuming Kyiv could secure victory through military force. He argued that the reality on the battlefield suggested the opposite.   Russia’s defence ministry reported that its forces had taken the villages of Slodkie and Nove in the Zaporizhzhia region, along with Gnativka in Donetsk. Peskov insisted the conflict would only end when Moscow achieves the goals it set out at the start of the invasion. Russia claims it is fighting to protect Russian speakers, prevent NATO from expanding eastward, and remove what...

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released the key match regulations that will govern Nigeria’s high-stakes 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff clash against Gabon. As the Super Eagles intensify preparations for this winner-takes-all fixture, these procedural guidelines confirm how the crucial encounter will be decided.   The regulations confirm that if the match ends in a draw after 90 minutes, it will proceed to extra time, and if extra time fails to produce a winner, the tie will be determined via a penalty shootout. Regarding player substitutions, teams will be allowed to make up to five substitutions during regular time, with an additional sixth substitution permitted if the match is extended into extra time, offering coaches strategic flexibility to manage fatigue. Finally, the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology will be in operation for the playoff, assisting match officials in major decision-making involving goals, penalties, red cards, and cases o...

From Abebe Bikila to Letsile Tebogo, African athletes have made history at the Olympics. Relive some of the greatest sporting moments from the continent ahead of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. As Africa prepares to welcome the world for its first Olympic event next year at  Dakar 2026 , it’s an opportune moment to look back on the continent's rich history at the Games. From  Abebe Bikila  running barefoot at Rome 1960 to him becoming the first man to win back-to-back marathon golds, how Nigeria defied the odds to claim the men’s football title at Atlanta 1996,  Nawal El Moutawakel  leading the way with a historic women's 400m hurdles gold, to most recently at  Paris 2024,Letsile Tebogo’s  historic 200m title, we relive some of the great moments in Africa’s Olympic history.

DJ Exclusive has warned of the dangers of the Nigerian police targeting mainly seemingly rich people during stop-and-search.  The DJ noted that when flashy cars alone are targeted during stop-and-search,  it allows criminals to escape unnoticed by driving inconspicuous cars.  He wrote: "Nigerian Police only stop flashy cars for stop and search... Making it easy for thieves to rob, because all they gotta do is use cars that ain't flashy."

The Nigerian Football Federation has stepped in to calm the noise over the Super Eagles’ accommodation in Morocco, after fans kicked up dust over the state of the team’s hotel.   Football journalist Adepoju Tobi Samuel, quoting the Super Eagles’ media officer, explained what’s actually going on.   “The Super Eagles are camped at Rive Hotel. What trended earlier was the view of an old building that can be seen from a window. Rive was chosen because of its proximity to the team’s training facility and the stadium here in Rabat.”   That clarification came after Alex Iwobi posted clips showing the rough-looking surroundings near the players’ lodging, which immediately sparked reactions about whether the national team was being properly taken care of ahead of Thursday’s playoff showdown with Gabon.   Nigeria made it to the playoff round after finishing second behind South Africa in Group C. Now they face Gabon in the semifinal, with the winner going on to meet...

Disciplines such as diving, aerial skiing, and pole vault are obviously more gymnastics-related, but the sport can also provide a foundation in more unexpected ways. We've all seen the viral clips of little kids emulating their favourite  gymnasts  competing at the Olympic Games, the too-big leotard hanging loose around the knees of a toddler, agog at what they are watching on the TV screen. The one with the father helping his young child emulate  London 2012 Olympic floor champion  Aly Raisman , wearing a similar stars-and-stripes designed leotard with dad helping with the somersaults (thankfully on the soft cushioning of a bed), is adorable. These kids might then have an opportunity to try gymnastics, but won't necessarily grow up to become an artistic,  trampoline  or  rhythmic gymnast , the three Olympic disciplines. However, the skills learned – balance, core strength, coordination, confidence, poise, aerial awareness and flexibili...

US gymnast Jordan Chiles will have to return the bronze medal she won in the floor exercise after the Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled she had been improperly moved up from fifth place.

US President Donald Trump has announced that each American will receive at least $2,000 from U.S. tariff revenues.   In a post on Truth Social, Trump noted that the payments would be for all but “high-income people.”   The president also generally lauded the state of the US, calling it 'the most respected country in the world'. He said there is 'almost no inflation, and a record stock market price'.   Trump cited 'trillions of dollars' of tariff income and said the money would soon go to paying the country's 'enormous debt' of $37 trillion.    “People that are against Tariffs are FOOLS!” Trump wrote. “We are now the Richest, Most Respected Country In the World, With Almost No Inflation, and A Record Stock Market Price. 401k’s are Highest EVER. We are taking in Trillions of Dollars and will soon begin paying down our ENORMOUS DEBT, $37 Trillion. Record Investment in the USA, plants and factories going up all over the place. A dividend of a...