…The build-up to the game in Seattle was overshadowed by controversy after forward Folarin Balogun was cleared to play despite being sent off against Bosnia and Herzegovina last week. It emerged that the bombshell ruling followed a personal call by President Donald Trump to FIFA chief Gianni Infantino urging him to revi…

…development. Given the charge on the occasion of the investiture ceremony of Mr. Timi Afolabi as the Chairman of Delta's APBN and other executive committee, Commissioner, Delta State Ministry of Secondary Education, Dr. Kingsley Ashibogwu, pointed out that nations were not built merely by charismatic individuals, but b…

…bit suspect”, amid a furore over FIFA’s reversal of a red card given to US striker Folarin Balogun. Trump took a swipe at Brazilian referee Raphael Claus, who showed Balogun the red card, in the latest episode of a fraught relationship between Washington and Brasilia. “There is nothing in his record that discredits him…

…"Hon. Akin Alabi (Egbeda/Ona-Ara), Hon. Olafisoye Akinmoyede (Akinyele/Lagelu), Hon. Folake Olunloyo-Oshinowo (Ibadan North West/South West), Hon. Tolulope Akande-Shadipe (Oluyole), Hon. Olamijuwon Alao-Akala (Ogbomoso North/Ogbomoso South/Oriire), Hon. Olatubosun Oladele (Irepo/Olorunsogo/Oorelope), Hon. Umar Farouk A…

…persons with disabilities. The Executive Director of the Festus Fajemilo Foundation, Mr Afolabi Fajemilo, called for stricter enforcement of accessibility standards, saying accessibility should be incorporated into every public project from the planning stage. "Accessibility should be integrated from the planning and d…

When United States's Folarin Balogun was sent off against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32 in the 2026 ongoing World Cup, almost everyone assumed he would automatically miss the Round of 16 against Belgium. Under normal circumstances, they were absolutely right. So what changed? While President Donald Trump on…

…Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp on Monday slammed FIFA’s decision to overturn US striker Folarin Balogun’s suspension, which reportedly took place after an intervention from US President Donald Trump. Balogun was set to miss Monday’s last-16 knockout clash with Belgium having picked up a red card in his previous match, bu…

…on Sunday and Norway stunned Brazil as a FIFA decision to reprieve United States star, Folarin Balogun, after an intervention from Donald Trump triggered uproar. A day of gripping drama on and off the field was crowned by an epic contest at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca as 10-man England dug deep to defeat Mexico 3-2 in…

The White House contacted FIFA President Gianni Infantino to request a review of Folarin Balogun’s red card during the FIFA World Cup, according to a person familiar with the matter. The report, first published by the Associated Press on Sunday, said the source spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not auth…

…Centre (WARDC), led by its Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Prof. Abiola Akiyode-Afolabi, for supporting legislative reforms through technical assistance, policy engagement and capacity building. Speaking with journalists after the retreat, the Speaker said the bill, which he sponsored, had passed first and second…

…Ayo Afilaka, Hon. Lekan Oyediran, Hon. Aleem Bakare, Alhaji Mutiu Omotayo, Hon. Semiu Afolabi and Hon. Taiwo Akeju. It added that several other party leaders were assigned to various committees within the campaign council. Among the appointments, Alhaji Jamiu Olawumi was named Director of Strategic Communications, whil…

…the principal suspect, Femi Ojo, 60, was arrested alongside his accomplices, Kayode Afolabi, 49, and Olatunji Mutiu, 49, in Akure, Ondo State, where the stolen vehicle was traced. Ayanlade said investigations revealed that Ojo, acting in concert with an accomplice still at large, sold the stolen vehicle for N700,000 to…

…like this increase more performance among youths.... God bless you sir." While #ClownFolarin said, "This is one reason I'll never stop respecting and following your leadership style." #Abdyekeen_Bash noted, "Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki is the leader anyone from anywhere in any part of this country can always count on in…

…family now that I am back. I have to start all over again." Also sharing his experience, Fola Kester said: "I have been in South Africa since I was four. I'm now 21. I haven't been able to get my papers. I made an initial application, but it was lost in the system. And once you have applied without getting a response,…

Television host and media personality Morayo Afolabi-Brown has revealed that she recently received a phone call from an individual who rained curses on her over questions she asked guests during interviews. Brown, the host of The Morayo Show and former co-host of TVC's Your View, shared the experience in a video posted…

…the end of August. The Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos State AIDS Control Agency, Folakemi Animashaun, announced the development on Thursday during a press briefing in Alausa, Ikeja, where she also challenged a recent report by the Federal Ministry of Health, which ranked Lagos as the state with the highest number…

Folarin Balogun scored and was sent off as the United States beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 to reach the last 16 of the World Cup on Wednesday. The co-hosts' first World Cup knockout victory in nearly a quarter-century - and only their second ever - sets up a clash with Belgium in Seattle on Monday. Balogun's goal on…

Media personality Morayo Afolabi-Brown has revealed why she left Harvesters International Christian Centre (HICC). Afolabi-Brown made the disclosure during an interview with Bolaji Idowu, the lead pastor of the church. She explained that she was once an active member of Harvesters International and served as the head u…

…Osogbo. “Following the operation, seven additional suspects identified as 29-year-old Afolabi Samson aka Elesi, 28-year-old Ojute Imoleayo, 48-year-old Jimoh Olayinka, 40-year-old Oluwasesin Niyi, 19-year-old Robin Akeem, 19-year-old Robin Selim and a female, 39-year-old Nurudeen Kafayat were apprehended.” The police s…

…focus on operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and strategic expansion," Afolabi added. He further stated that the results underscore SAHCO's ability to navigate a difficult operating environment while continuing to deliver value to shareholders. More insights: SAHCO's expansion drive comes as the company cont…

…value.Top of Form Speaking at the Annual General Meeting, SAHCO Chairman, Dr Taiwo Afolabi, attributed the performance to the resilience of the Company's business model, the dedication of its workforce, and its sustained focus on operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and strategic expansion. He said: "The 2025…

Elsewhere, Morocco continued Africa's strong showing at the tournament with a victory over Scotland

…while also exploring partnerships with Middle East Airlines. SAHCO Chairman, Dr Taiwo Afolabi, said the initiative was aimed at boosting passengers, cargo and e-commerce activities between the two countries. Afolabi, represented by the Managing Director/CEO of SAHCO, Mrs Adenike Aboderin, said there was a need to stren…

…to an own goal in the 11th minute. Playing slightly wider than usual, star striker Folarin Balogun raced down the left and cut the ball back from the byline. Under pressure from a lurking Pepi, Aussie defender Cameron Burgess steered the ball into his own net. – Toothless Australia – Having surprisingly dropped both go…

…US have demonstrated they have potential to progress in the tournament, with Folarin Balogun and Christian Pulisic showing they are ready to become national heroes.With the NBA championship now done and dusted, is the USA about to fall in love with soccer? More performances like their thrashing of Paraguay will help.US…