Thailand will face the Philippines on October 2 in the ASEAN Cup, with both teams having different objectives heading into their final group-stage encounter. Thailand have already secured their place in the final after recording convincing victories over Pakistan and Vietnam, while the Philippines are struggling to keep their hopes of finishing second alive. Anthony Hudson’s Thailand side will aim to maintain their winning momentum ahead of the ASEAN Cup final scheduled for October 5 in Jakarta. Meanwhile, Carlos Cuadrat Vela’s Philippines will be looking to end their winless run and produce a positive result against one of the tournament’s…
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Inter Miami and Argentina superstar Lionel Messi has officially taken over Spanish second-division club CD Eldense, marking a significant expansion of his growing football investment portfolio. The club confirmed the development on Thursday, describing the acquisition as the beginning of a long-term project aimed at improving its sporting performance, institutional structure and social impact. The deal, which is still subject to approval from Spain’s National Sports Council (CSD), will see Messi become the owner of a professional football club in Spain for the first time. Eldense, based in the city of Elda in Alicante, were previously owned by Colombian investment…
The Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) has launched its Student Share Grant Initiative, a financial inclusion and investor education programme designed to promote saving, responsible investing and long-term asset ownership among young Nigerians. The initiative will provide eligible students with an opportunity to receive funding for an additional 10 shares in the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE (DPRP) at no additional cost, provided they meet the programme’s eligibility and participation requirements. Under the scheme, students aged 18 and above who are enrolled in public or private tertiary institutions across Nigeria can apply. Eligible participants must…
The Rivers State House of Assembly has suspended other legislative activities to urgently assess the worsening flood situation across the state, following reports of widespread destruction of homes, roads and sources of livelihood. The decision was reached on Tuesday during the 55th Legislative Sitting of the Fourth Session of the Assembly after the Deputy Majority Leader, Hon. Linda Somiari-Stewart, raised a Motion of Definite Matter of Urgent Public Importance under Order 26 of the House’s Standing Orders. Somiari-Stewart drew the attention of lawmakers to the plight of residents affected by the flooding, noting that several communities had suffered severe damage,…
BMW is ushering in a new era for its popular luxury sedan with the 2027 BMW 3-Series, marking the beginning of the model’s eighth generation and introducing the brand’s distinctive Neue Klasse design language. The upcoming BMW 3-Series features a significant exterior redesign, updated powertrain options, a larger body and a range of performance-focused trims. The new model represents a major transformation for the long-running sedan as BMW continues to modernise its vehicle lineup. One of the most noticeable changes is the removal of the traditional slim kidney grilles that have characterised previous generations of the BMW 3-Series. Instead, the…
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has disclosed that he received campaign representatives of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Sultan, however, clarified that the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) is not involved in partisan politics, stressing that the council remains open to receiving political leaders and delegations from different parties. Abubakar made this known while speaking at the NSCIA General Assembly in Abuja on Thursday, where he revealed that political groups had begun reaching out to the council as preparations for the…
Popular streamer and skit maker Carter Efe has defeated rapper Speed Darlington in the men’s celebrity boxing contest at Chaos in the Ring in Lagos, while reality TV star Phyna knocked out actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday in the women’s bout to claim a ₦50 million prize and a car. The celebrity boxing event was held at Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Resort, Lagos, on Thursday, October 1, as part of Nigeria’s Independence Day celebrations. The fights continued into the early hours of Friday, October 2. Carter Efe, whose real name is Oderhohwo Joseph Efe, retained his celebrity boxing title after defeating…
The Imo State Police Command has confirmed that members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) were among passengers abducted by gunmen along the Owerri-Onitsha Expressway in Imo State on Thursday, October 1, 2026. The police disclosed that 10 victims had been rescued following the attack, while the exact number of passengers still in captivity was yet to be established. The Imo State Police Command spokesperson, Okoye Henry, confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Thursday, stating that the attack occurred at about 6:30 a.m. near Umunoha along the busy expressway. According to the police, two 18-seater buses conveying…
Former Nigerian President, Goodluck Jonathan, has urged Nigerians to prioritise peace, national unity and justice as the country prepares for the 2027 general elections. Jonathan made the appeal in his Independence Day message on Thursday, October 1, 2026, as Nigeria marked its 66th anniversary of independence. In the message, the former president described the forthcoming electoral season as a significant test of the country’s democratic maturity, calling on citizens to remain patriotic and committed to protecting Nigeria’s unity. He urged Nigerians to ensure that their actions and political engagements promote peace, justice and national cohesion as political activities intensify ahead…
Carlos Queiroz has released an emotional farewell statement after mutually agreeing to terminate his contract as head coach of Ghana’s senior national football team, the Black Stars, following a disappointing run of results in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) confirmed on Thursday, October 1, that it had reached a mutual agreement with the Portuguese tactician to end his service agreement after discussions conducted in a spirit of mutual respect. The decision comes just two days after Ghana suffered a painful 4-2 home defeat to Gambia in their 2027 AFCON qualifying encounter at…