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Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi is set for a surprise move to the Bundesliga. According to Sky Sports’ Florian Plettenberg, the Nigeria international has received interest from clubs in the German top flight. Plettenberg disclosed this in a post on his X account on Monday. “Wilfred #Ndidi has also received requests from Bundesliga clubs,” Plettenberg tweeted. “A summer transfer is possible for the 28 years old defensive midfielder from Leicester. Price valuation: €15 million. One to watch.” Ndidi joined Leicester from Belgian club Genk for €17 million in 2017. The 29-year-old Super Eagles star has also attracted interest from Manchester…

Former Governor of Jigawa State and a founding figure of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Sule Lamido, has declared unflinching support for the opposition coalition backed alliance, the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Lamido said the collaboration among opposition forces is driven by a deep concern for Nigeria’s stability, not personal ambitions. While speaking with journalists in Dutse, the Jigawa State capital, Lamido revealed tha the alliance is a timely and necessary response to the growing hardship many Nigerians face under the current administration. “Any patriotic Nigerian with the common man in his heart must give his contribution to overturn…

Chelsea’s talisman, Cole Palmer, has hit back at critics who doubted them before they played Paris Saint-Germain in the final of this year’s Club World Cup final. Palmer was in sensational form, scoring twice and providing the assist for Joao Pedro, as the Blues thrashed PSG 3-0 at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. After the game, the England midfielder told DAZN that manager Enzo Maresca provided them with the right tactical plan. “Even better, because obviously everyone doubted us before the game,” Palmer said. “I like finals and it happened again. The gaffer put a great game plan out.…

Super Falcons head coach, Justine Madugu has said his team will be up for the battle against the Copper Queens of Zambia. Nigeria will take on Zambia in a quarter-final fixture at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Friday. The Copper Queens have impressed in the competition, netting six goals in their three group stage matches. They also have the current African Women’s Best Player, Barbara Banda in their ranks, as well as talented striker Rachel Kundananji. The Super Falcons on other hand scored four goals at the group stage. Madugu is however unperturbed by the Zambians attacking…

Arsenal and Sporting CP have finally struck an agreement for the transfer of Viktor Gyokeres. The Gunners will pay a fixed fee of around £55m (€63.5m) and €10m in add-ons for the striker. According to football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, Gyokeres’ agent agreed to waive a commission he was due from the deal. Romano wrote on X: “The deal between Arsenal and Sporting for Viktor Gyökeres is now being sealed tonight with all parties involved. “After agent’s decision to reduce his 10% compensation, Arsenal will pay initial fee worth €63.5m plus €10m add-ons being completed.” This means Arsenal manager, Mikel…

Chelsea boss, Enzo Maresca has hailed Paris Saint-Germain as the best team in the world. Maresca spoke after Chelsea defeated PSG 3-0 in the Club World Cup final on Sunday night in USA. Goals from Cole Palmer (two) and Joao Pedro gave Chelsea the victory against the Parisians. Speaking after the game at the MetLife Stadium, Maresca also said he was proud of the Blues for beating Luis Enrique’s side. “Fantastic. Club World Cup champions, we are very proud,” Maresca said. “PSG are the best team in the world. It was a top performance.” Chelsea will now face Bayer Leverkusen…

Algeria coach, Farid Benstiti has praised his players for their resolute display in the clash with the Super Falcons of Nigeria. The North Africans held Justine Madugu’s side to a 0-0 draw at the Stade Larbi Zaouli, Casablanca on Sunday night The Fennecs sat back for most of the game, with goalkeeper Chloé N’Gazi making a number of saves to deny the nine-time champions. Benstiti said his players exhibited determination, and tactical discipline in the game. “We knew it would take a perfect defensive game to hold Nigeria. I’m proud of the girls – they showed heart and tactical maturity,”…

The National Assembly has put all legislative activities on hold in honor of Nigeria’s former president, Muhammadu Buhari. Buhari passed away on Sunday at a clinic in London after a long illness. Kamoru Ogunlana, the clerk of the National Assembly, announced this development in a statement released on Monday. “I am directed by the president of the senate and the speaker of the house of representatives to inform all members of the national assembly and the general public that all legislative activities are hereby suspended immediately until Tuesday, 22 July, 2025. “All members of the national assembly are urged to…

The Sudanese paramilitary group, Rapid Support Forces (RSF) launched a coordinated assault on the war-torn city of el-Fasher on Friday. This marks a dangerous escalation in the ongoing battle for control of the last military-held city in Darfur. Witnesses told newsmen that RSF fighters stormed el-Fasher, overtaking the city’s cattle market, Shalla prison, and a military base in a seven-hour clash. Videos posted by the RSF on social media showed fighters triumphantly patrolling empty livestock yards, some flashing victory signs while wearing belts of ammunition. It was the first time since the city’s 15-month siege began that RSF forces entered…

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Police Minister, Senzo Mchunu on immediate leave following serious allegations linking him to organised crime networks. Speaking in a live televised address on Sunday night, Ramaphosa said the decision was necessary due to the gravity of the claims, which “undermined the constitution and threatened national security.” He also confirmed the formation of a judicial commission to thoroughly investigate the allegations. The commission will be led by Deputy Chief Justice and include inquiries into current and former police officials and members of the executive. Law professor Firoz Cachalia has been appointed as acting police…