Michael Carrick is expected to remain in charge of Manchester United for Saturday’s Premier League clash against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, according to reports from British media on Tuesday. Carrick’s future at Old Trafford has come under intense scrutiny following the club’s poor run of form, which has seen them go eight matches without a win. United’s latest setback was a 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth on Sunday, leaving the […]

Nigeria may experience increased heat and changing rainfall patterns as a strengthening El Niño event raises concerns about its potential impact on agriculture, water supply, electricity generation and public health. The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) said in September 2026 that El Niño was expected to strengthen into a very strong event and persist into early 2027. The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has also warned that the phenomenon could influence rainfall […]

Organised labour will decide its next course of action after meeting with the Federal Government on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, as negotiations over petrol prices, workers’ welfare and a proposed new minimum wage remain unresolved. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) are demanding concrete commitments from the government to address their concerns and avert a possible nationwide industrial action. The unions are seeking a reduction […]

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has won the 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or, becoming the first English player to receive the prestigious individual football award since Michael Owen in 2001. The England captain was crowned winner at the 70th edition of the Ballon d’Or ceremony held at the London Palladium on Monday, following an impressive 2025–26 season for club and country. Kane scored 61 goals in 51 appearances for Bayern Munich […]