Transfermarkt latest data has rated Manchester City and Norway mercurial striker Erling Haaland as the most valuable striker in world football football , with a market value of €220 million. According to the data, the Norwegian hit-man is been followed by France and Real Madrid striker, Kylian Mbappe at €200 million. Argentine forward Julian Alvarez, whose transfer situation has been linked with Nigerian international Victor Osimhen’s plying his football trade with Turkish giants, Galatasaray in recent months, ranks third at €120 million. Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak is fourth at €85m, level with Inter Milan and Argentina striker Lautaro Martinez, while…
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The latest Transfermarkt data revealed that Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen has dropped to fifth on the list of Africa’s most valuable footballers, having stayed first position in 2023 before dropping to second in 2025 and then third ahead of this year’s Africa Cup of Nations tournament. According to Transfermarkt, globally, the dark gangling front man is ranked the 20th most valuable forward in world football, which calculates player market values based on factors including age, performances and statistics. According to the data, Osimhen, valued at €75million, now sits behind Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande (€90m), Paris Saint-Germain full-back Achraf…
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, the Federal Ministry of Works, the Edo State Government, and other stakeholders have commenced an urgent intervention to address the deplorable condition of the highways between Edo and Delta States. The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo; the Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi; alongside the Senate Committee and House of Representatives Committee on Works and the NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, embarked on a joint inspection of failed portions of the Benin-Sapele-Warri and Benin-Agbor roads. Speaking during the inspection, Engr. David Umahi stressed the Federal Government’s commitment to fixing the deteriorating sections…
The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) has expressed sadness over the death of its former President, Dotun Oladipo, publisher of The Eagle Online. Oladipo died on Tuesday, 25 August, 2026, at the age of 56. He was President of GOCOP from 2017 to 2021 and was one of the publishers who helped shape the Guild in its early years. His death is a loss to GOCOP and the wider Nigerian media community. Oladipo came into online publishing with years of experience in the traditional media. He had worked as a journalist and editor before moving into digital publishing and…
The De-Giant Artisans’ Voice (Degarvo), Apapa-Iganmu Chapter, on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, held its Artisans’ Day celebration at Mariam Academy, Gaskiya College Road, Badia, with the Executive Chairman of Apapa-Iganmu LCDA, Hon. Jimoh Olawale Saliu, as chairman of the occasion. Speaking at the event, Saliu commended the association for the unity and cooperation that have prevailed among its members. He also urged members, particularly women, to promote peace within their homes, avoid abusive or negative language, and guide their children towards responsible and productive paths. The Chairman highlighted several initiatives undertaken by his administration since assuming office, particularly in education.…
The Chairman of Apapa-Iganmu Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Jimoh Olawale Saliu, popularly known as Olugbani, has received a prestigious award from the National Institute for Sports (NIS) Students’ Union Government (SUG) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the growth of youth and development of sports The award was presented on Friday, 21 August, 2026, during the NIS SUG Student Awards and Dinner Night held at the NIS Gymnasium Hall, National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos. The presentation was made by the National Institute for Sports School Registrar, Mr. Belmond Benson. More than a ceremonial honour, the award represents a…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Hon. Hakeem Adisa Bamgbbola (HAB), Hon. Babatunde Williams and Hon. Rasheed Mafe have presented campaign souvenirs to Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, Director-General of the Kadri Obafemi Hamzat (KOH) Campaign Organisation, in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election and the election of Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat as Governor of Lagos State. The presentation was made on Friday, 21 August, 2026 at the campaign secretariat of PBAT/KOH at Shobo Arobiodu, GRA, Ikeja, Lagos, as part of efforts to strengthen mobilisation for the All Progressives Congress (APC) and advance the Renewed Hope Agenda at the federal and state levels.…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has disbursed N49 million to 90 youth organisations across the state as the second tranche of the 2026 youth subvention, an intervention designed to give young people greater leverage in governance. The state Commissioner for Youth Development, Adesola Adedayo, disclosed this in Ado Ekiti on Monday,24 August, 2026 explaining that the governor approved the disbursement to strengthen youth organisations, promote grassroots participation and empower young people to contribute meaningfully to the development of the state. “The N49 million subvention we are disbursing to 90 youth groups is the second tranche of…
The Chairman of Mosan-Okunola Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Akindele Adunni Opeyemi, and her Vice Chairman, Hon. Akintola Falade, have charged beneficiaries of the council’s free General Certificate of Education (GCE) forms to study diligently and strive for excellent results that would make the council proud. They gave the charge during the presentation of the 2026 GCE forms to indigent students across the council area. The presentation ceremony, held at the council’s multipurpose hall, reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to education and its determination to provide equal opportunities for students, irrespective of their socioeconomic backgrounds. Represented by the Leader of…
The spirit of gratitude, unity and service came alive at Isonyin Grammar School (IGS) as the 1972/1976 Progressives Set commissioned a solar streetlight project as part of its commitment to giving back to the institution that shaped its members. The initiative is designed to improve visibility, enhance security and create a safer school environment. Beyond its practical benefits, the project symbolises gratitude and the commitment of former students to investing in the future of their alma mater. The commissioning was graced by His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdul Rasheed Omotayo Cossy Salami (Ilufemiloye I), Kabiyesi of Isonyin, whose presence added royal…