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EPL: They want new clubs – Ruben Amorim on Man Utd stars

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Manchester United manager, Ruben Amorim, has said it is “clear” some players want a new club as they “train for the next chapter”.

Before their pre-season tour to the USA, Amorim revealed that five players – Marcus Rashford, Tyrell Malacia, Antony, Jadon Sancho and Alejandro Garnacho – would not be going along with the squad.

Rashford eventually joined Barcelona on loan, but the latter four remain training at the club, although are not in included with the first team as it stands.

Amorim told reporters on Friday ahead of Man United’s Premier League clash with Fulham on Sunday: “I know it’s not a good thing to have players in this situation, but it’s clear that they want to play in a different club.

“We try to arrange everything for both parts to be happy. I have to imagine having training with the guys who I think are going to be the future and then the other guys are training for the next chapter.

“When the window is closed, we have to receive the players and then new life, anything can happen.”

EXPOSED: Gov Alia set to sack Benue deputy governor Sam Ode ahead of 2027

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The Benue State Governor is allegedly plotting to replace his deputy, Barr Sam Ode with a new face.

Reports indicate that the governor has concluded plans to pick House of Representatives member for Apa/Agatu Federal Constituency, Ojuto Ojema, as the running mate for the 2027 election.

The decision was allegedly finalized during a recent meeting at the Och’Idoma palace in Otukpo, Benue State.

It was gathered on Friday that the lawmaker, who is a member of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP is presently being wooed to return to the All Progressives Congress, APC ahead of the election.

BBNaija 10: Nigerians react as two female housemates kissed [VIDEO] 

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Big Brother Naija housemates Isabella and Imisi have stirred reactions after they were caught on camera kissing on Thursday night.

The duo kissed multiple times after Imisi opened up to Isabella about missing her boyfriend during a candid conversation.

“I miss my baby! Akin, I miss you,” Imisi said.

“Oya, let’s kiss again,” Isabella said, bringing her mouth closer to Imisi, who also reached out for a kiss.

Their action stunned fellow housemates, especially Kulture and Mide, who couldn’t stop screaming.

Read some of the reactions on social media below:

@jopelz wrote, “No wonder she [Imisi] dey vex as Kola kisses Isabella.

@Chinyereabia said, “It’s not a new thing.”

@MimiEkwunife wrote, “So we are now laughing this off???”

Video: https://x.com/ChimmieeHQ/status/1958684618988679490?t=SBY7mUv_mQ27n34BlsaeLQ&s=19

Summary of top headlines from Nigerian Newspapers today, Friday August 22

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Good morning! Here are six top headlines from Nigerian Newspapers today;

1. At least 15 farmers were reportedly killed in a fresh attack on seven villages of Manden, Jibin, Tim, Jiblang, Koppang, Mihdihin, and Jilem of Chakfem district of Mangu Local Government Area, Plateau State. The attackers reportedly burnt down several houses and looted many animals in the villages belonging to community members.

2. Suspected bandits have attacked the Kakangi community in the western part of Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State, killing five farmers. It was gathered that out the five, four are from the same family.

3. Kaduna-The Arewa Consultative Forum, ACF, has lamented that the scourge of banditry, kidnappings and other criminalities have worsened the pains of the North, leaving families bereaved and communities devastated. ACF Chairman, Chief Mamman Osuman, SAN, said at an event that the North continues to lose lives to “evil criminals, psychopaths, gangsters, bandits, marauders and terrorists,” in addition to natural causes and disasters.

4. The Police in Akwa Ibom State have arrested a self-acclaimed medical doctor, Sunday Okon Akpan, for allegedly killing a 35-year-old woman during a botched abortion at his clinic in Ibesikpo Asutan Local Government Area. The suspect, who owns and operates Full Life Medical Centre in Ikot Obio Odong, was discovered to be a community health practitioner with no medical licence or nursing qualification.

5. Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, on Thursday, declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will not reduce itself to the “gutter level” of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, just as he disclosed that the party’s National Executive Council (NEC) will take a stand on zoning and other issues during its meeting on Monday.

6. President Bola Tinubu departed Yokohama, Japan, on Thursday night for Brazil, where he will begin a state visit on Sunday, August 24. Presidential spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, said in a statement that the President would make a stopover in Los Angeles before proceeding to Brasília, the Brazilian capital.

By-Election: INEC presents certificates to new lawmakers

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Thursday issued Certificates of Return to winners of the Aug. 16 by-elections.

The certificates were presented to newly elected senators and members of the House of Representatives at INEC’s headquarters in Abuja by National Commissioners representing the respective constituencies.

Speaking after receiving his certificate, Senator-elect for Anambra South, Emmanuel Nwachukwu, pledged to deliver authentic and impactful representation, particularly addressing the needs of business people and persons with disabilities in the region.

“We will work across party lines to address issues such as erosion, health, and education.

“My goal is for the people of Anambra South to feel genuinely represented,” he said.

Nwachukwu highlighted the severe environmental degradation in the area, describing it as the “erosion capital of Nigeria”, and expressed intent to collaborate with both local and international experts to tackle the crisis.

In his remarks, Senator-elect Joseph Ikpea (APC-Edo Central) vowed not to disappoint his constituents.

He succeeds Monday Okpebholo, who resigned his Senate seat to contest the Edo governorship election.

“The way I attend to my people now will determine if they’ll support me for a second term,” Ikpea noted.

Also speaking, Omosede Igbinedion (APC-Edo), Member-elect for Ovia Federal Constituency, expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu, the Edo State Governor, and her constituents for their support.

“I dedicate this victory to the people. I’ll work hard to exceed their expectations in the National Assembly,” she said.

Meanwhile, INEC has announced that Certificates of Return for State Assembly members-elect would be presented on Friday by Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) at INEC state offices by 11 a.m.

Transfer: Rodrygo’s agent arrives in UK for negotiations

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The agent to Real Madrid winger, Rodrygo, has travelled to the United Kingdom, UK, for key negotiations.

He will hold talks with both Premier League giants Liverpool and Manchester City while in England.

Rodrygo’s situation has become worse since Xabi Alonso replaced Carlo Ancelotti as manager at the Real Madrid.

The Brazilian was an unused substitute as Madrid opened the LaLiga season campaign with a 1-0 victory against Osasuna on Tuesday.

According to journalist, Jorge Nicola, Rodrygo is set to leave Madrid this summer and the Premier League now looks like his likely destination.

Man City want to sign the 24-year-old forward amid speculations surrounding the future of Savinho.

Liverpool, on the other hand, see Rodrygo as replacement for Luis Diaz, who has moved to Bayern Munich this summer.

Summary of top headlines from Nigerian Newspapers today, Thursday August 21

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Good morning! Here are six top headlines from Nigerian Newspapers today;

1. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the sudden death of Ambassador Taofik Obasanjo Coker, Nigeria’s Consul General in Buea, Republic of Cameroon. According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the Ministry’s Spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, Ambassador Coker passed away on Saturday, August 16, following a brief illness.

2. The Anambra State Government has dismissed eight vigilante operatives who assaulted a serving female member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Miss Edema Jennifer Elohor, in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area of the state. The Special Adviser to Governor Chukwuma Soludo on Community Security, Ken Emeakayi disclosed this in Awka on Wednesday.

3. The Inspector General of Police, IGP, Kayode Egbetokun, has approved the creation of two new Area Commands and the upgrade of five police stations to Divisions in Benue State. The Benue State Police Command, in a statement by its Public Relations Officer, DSP Udeme Edet, explained that the structural adjustment became necessary as a result of challenges confronting the Command in troubled areas.

4. Legendary actor Fabian Adibe, best known for his role in the NTA adaptation of Chinua Achebe’s classic novel, “Things Fall Apart,” has died. The actor, who celebrated his 82nd birthday in February 2025, died peacefully in the early hours of Wednesday.

5. Barring last minute change, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has approved September 26, for the coronation of Oba Rasidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan. The day was chosen after a meeting between the governor and the former governor which held at the Ondo Street Bodija residence of the monarch.

6. Three persons died on Wednesday in an accident along Nwanwu Junction, Igbeagu along the Enugu Abakaliki Ogoja highway. According to eyewitness accounts, the crash was caused by a cement mixer truck that reportedly lost its brakes while descending from Nwezenyi.

 

Nigerian Ambassador, Obasanjo Coker dies mysteriously 

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Ambassador Taofik Obasanjo Coker, Nigeria’s Consul General in Buea, Republic of Cameroon, has passed away suddenly.

His death was announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday.

According to the government, Coker passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025, following a brief illness.

“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announces, with deep sorrow, the sudden demise of Ambassador Taofik Obasanjo Coker, the Consul General of Nigeria in Buea, Republic of Cameroon, who unfortunately passed on after a brief illness on Saturday, 16th August 2025,” Foreign Affairs said in a statement on Wednesday by its Spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa.

Nigerian young footballer slum, dies in Delta

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A young Nigerian footballer, Wealth Ogunbor, who played for Ogunbor FC has slumped and died during a recent competition.

The sad incident occurred at STC Field in Sapele Local Government Area of Delta State.

The deceased was pronounced dead when he was rushed to the hospital.

The football club that the deceased plays for is owned by his father, Ogunbor.

The incident has thrown the whole family of the deceased into a statement of mourning as the moment.

Meanwhile, Nigerian-born and Benin Republic footballer, Razak Omotoyossi, is dead

Omotoyossi, who was born in Nigeria but representing the national team of Benin Republic at international level, died at the age of 39 on Tuesday.

 

 

 

EPL: Roy Keane predicts title winners, names teams to finish top 5 this season

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Manchester United legend, Roy Keane, has predicted the team to win the Premier League this season.

Keane sees Arsenal finally winning the title after many years and last season’s champions, Liverpool finishing second.

Keane, in his prediction shared on Sky Sports, does not see Chelsea anywhere within the top four.

Arsenal under Mikel Arteta have come second in the last three Premier League seasons.

Arsenal finished behind Manchester City in the first two seasons and fell behind Liverpool last season.

However, Keane believes that the time for the Gunners have finally come, backing them to lift the title this season on Sky Sports

It would be Arsenal’s first Premier league title since 2004 if things go according to Keane’s prediction.

Keane also believes Manchester City would finish third position from last season.

Chelsea would finish fifth, while Newcastle United would finish fourth, according to Keane.

Arsenal recorded a narrow win over Manchester United on Sunday while the Reds kicked off their title defence with a win over  Bournemouth at Anfield on Friday, August 15.

Chelsea on the other hand, played out a goalless draw against Crystal Palace, while Manchester City beat their last weekend’s opponents 4-0.