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Coming off the bench in the second half to replace captain Jesús Navas, Ejuke immediately made an impact. With just five minutes left on the clock, he picked up a loose ball, dribbled past three defenders, and calmly slotted a low shot into the bottom corner.

Nwaneri’s first goal came in the 37th minute, when he latched onto a pass from Declan Rice and slotted a superb left-footed finish past Bolton’s goalkeeper. His second goal arrived just after halftime, again using his left foot to find the back of the net after receiving another assist from Rice

The evening featured discussions on advanced estate planning strategies, offering fresh perspectives on the importance of life insurance for wealth transfer and long-term protection. Attendees learned how integrating life insurance into financial plans can facilitate seamless wealth transfer, ensuring the stability and growth of family assets.

The 2024 FIBA U18 Women’s AfroBasket may have ended with a silver medal, but Nigeria’s young team leaves Pretoria with their heads held high and their eyes set on the future. The emergence of players like Idubamo Beggi, who could be a cornerstone for the national team for years to come, is a sign of the bright future ahead for Nigerian women’s basketball.

Damola Adamolekun is no stranger to high-stakes corporate turnarounds. Before joining Red Lobster, he served as CEO of P.F. Chang’s, the popular Asian fusion restaurant chain, where he successfully generated $1 billion in revenue and led the company to unprecedented growth

At just 18 years old, Khalifa Aminu from Kano, Nigeria, is pioneering a revolutionary invention to transform the lives of visually impaired individuals. Khalifa has designed and developed sensory glasses with infrared sensors, allowing users to navigate their surroundings safely and independently without relying on traditional walking sticks or guide dogs.

Nigeria’s para-powerlifting star and team captain, Folashade Oluwafemiayo, delivered an extraordinary performance at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, breaking two world records on her way to winning the gold medal in the women’s over 86kg category.

Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, delivered a commanding 4-0 victory over Venezuela in their final Group D match at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, booking their place in the Round of 16. The win showcased the Falconets’ attacking prowess and resilience as they bounced back from a defeat against Germany earlier in the group stage.

With the win, Nigeria takes an early lead in their qualifying group and will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming matches. The Super Eagles’ blend of emerging talents, such as Lookman and Osimhen, alongside experienced players like Wilfred Ndidi and Moses Simon, gives the team a balanced and potent attack that can challenge any opponent.

Ugwunwa’s silver medal brings Nigeria’s total medal count at the Games to four. This marks another significant achievement for the 40-year-old, who has now earned three consecutive Paralympic medals.