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Yaba College of Technology, University of Lagos, Lagos State University and Lagos State University of Education have secured places in the semi-finals of the ongoing UNITECOL 2026 tournament after an action-packed second day. The tournament provided exciting matches, dramatic comebacks and outstanding individual performances as the teams battled to qualify for the knockout stage. Yaba Tech defeats FCMFT to advance …

Arsenal emerged as 2025-26 Premier League champions after second-placed Manchester City failed to beat Bournemouth in a crucial game on Tuesday night. Trailing by five points, Manchester City need a win over Bournemouth to keep their hopes alive until the final day of the season on Sunday. But Junior Kroupi’s superb goal in the 38th minute gave the hosts the …

The anticipation and hype surrounding Rivers United was as advertised. Rivers United, overcoming a deficit, finally defeated Wikki 3-2 last Sunday to qualify for the 2026-27 CAF Champions League. Jonathan Mairiga put the home team ahead on 21 minutes before Rivers United equalized in the 34th minute when Handsome Surveyor equalized for the visitors. Wikki Tourists took the lead again …

An outpouring of grief has followed the tragic death of Nigerian athlete Oluwabukola Pereira, who was shot and killed during an alleged robbery at an auto service center in Lockland, Ohio. USA. The 30-year-old Nigerian woman, who worked as a cashier at the service center, reportedly lost her life after an armed robber attacked the facility and fled with approximately …

Cristiano Ronaldo is on track to make history after being named in Portugal’s squad for this summer’s World Cup, which will mark his sixth appearance at the tournament. The 41-year-old striker currently holds the record for most international appearances by men with 226 caps, as well as the most international goals with 143. Ronaldo is already among a select group …

Post views: 27 The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Imo State chapter, has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of veteran sports journalist and distinguished broadcaster, Richard Asiegbu Snr, describing his death as a monumental loss to the Nigerian media and sports community. In a condolence message, Imo SWAN noted that the late Asiegbu Snr was one of …

Tyson Fury has escalated his rivalry with Anthony Joshua, making several bold predictions that he will knock out his British rival if they meet in the ring. After a dominant performance in early 2026, Fury reiterated his desire to face Joshua next, setting the stage for what could be the definitive heavyweight showdown for both men. in a talk with …

Luxury brands are increasingly partnering with tennis stars because the sport now represents a powerful combination of elegance, global visibility, youth culture and social media influence. Traditionally, luxury fashion houses focused on Hollywood celebrities, musicians, and actors. However, tennis players are now becoming important cultural figures, attracting millions of fans both on and off the court. Naomi Osaka signing autographs …

Abayomi Ademola Paul Onuachu has finished as joint top scorer in the Turkish Super League after finishing the 2025/26 campaign tied on goals with Eldor Shomurodov. The Nigerian striker and İstanbul striker Başakşehir FK finished the season with 22 league goals each, and Shomurodov equalized on the final matchday after scoring against Gaziantep FK. Onuachu’s achievement …

Post views: 15 By Silvernews The RIFC Foundation will host an intra-school discussion on Social Emotional Learning (SEL) for first-year students of Government Technical College Enugu on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 as part of efforts to improve students’ workplace readiness and employability skills. The debate, scheduled in the school auditorium by 8 am, will focus on the theme: “Schools …