Tinubu: APC targets over three million votes in Lagos (Nation) Lagos All Progressives Congress (APC) members got a challenge yesterday —to target three million votes in next year’s elections. Party stalwart Asiwaju Bola Tinubu said this is to reinforce its…
‘I felt I wasn’t rated’ – Alex Iwobi on ‘weird’ Arsenal past (Goal)
The attacking midfielder is a product of the club’s Hale End Academy where he joined aged nine Alex Iwobi has opened up on his trying time at Arsenal, when the north London outfit showed less interest in tying him down…
Five players to watch in South Africa vs Nigeria clash (Guardian)
The Super Eagles could seal qualification to the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in their match against South Africa on Saturday at the FNB Stadium, Johannesburg. South Africa also have sights on qualification, placed second on the log with a…
Go to court, Presidency tells critics of travel ban on 50 Nigerians (Punch) * Police summon Kano gov candidate over alleged murder (Punch)
Go to court, Presidency tells critics of travel ban on 50 Nigerians (Punch) The Presidency on Sunday advised those who are opposed to the decision of the Federal Government to place about 50 Nigerians being investigated for corruption on travel…
Ambode orders immediate repair of potholes on Lagos roads (Sun) * Anambra flood victims receive relief materials from FG (Nation)
Ambode orders immediate repair of potholes on Lagos roads (Sun) Lagos State governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, has ordered immediate repairs of all potholes on roads across the state. The state government which disclosed this yesterday also said work on the Pen…
It’s official!!! Iwobi stars in Nollywood movie “Inpadisu”
Following reports of Alex Iwobi’s involvement in an upcoming Nollywood movie, it’s been confirmed that he will indeed be starring in a movie titled ‘INPADISU’. The official trailer was released today showing the Super Eagles and Arsenal football player in…
Alex Iwobi extends contract with Arsenal
Alex Iwobi, Nigerian Arsenal midfielder has signed a four-year contract extension with the club until 2023. The Premier League club announced Friday. The 22-year-old who has been with the Gunners since he was nine years old, came through the club’s…
Arsenal star set for new contract until 2022 amidst Lazio rumours (Calciomercato)
Alex Iwobi is on the verge of signing a new contract with Arsenal, as new head coach Unai Emery seeks to include him in his plans after replacing Arsene Wenger as manager. This comes after rumours in recent days suggesting…
Alex Iwobi becomes face of DStv Compact
MultiChoice Nigeria has signed on Nigeria’s wonder boy, Alex Iwobi, as its latest DStv brand ambassador. The leading video entertainment company made the announcement at an autograph signing event with the striker at the MultiChoice head office in Lagos on…
Iwobi’s arrival sparks excitement in Uyo (Guardian)
The arrival of Super Eagles and Arsenal striker, Alex Iwobi sparked huge jubilation at Uyo airport yesterday afternoon. Iwobi was among the early arrivals in the Eagles camp in preparation for May 28 international friendly match between Nigeria and DR…