…ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Nigerian singer Folarin Odunlami, popularly known as Fola, has explained the story behind his viral picture showing him defending his project at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) in casual clothes.The singer, during a recent edition of the I Said What I Sa…

…because of Nigerian New Yorkers like you.” Mamdani cited U.S. international footballer Folarin Balogun, born in Brooklyn to Nigerian parents, as an example of Nigerian contributions to American life. He said Nigeria’s cultural influence extended across Africa, describing Lagos and Nigeria as important sources of identi…

By Folarin Kehinde, Abuja The Federal Government (FG) has signed the N728.979 billion Series-2 bond under its N4 trillion Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme, in a fresh move to settle verified legacy debts owed to electricity generation companies and restore liquidity to Nigeria’s power sector. The transaction compr…

…League. – Balogun missing – But they were left reeling as United States World Cup star Folarin Balogun backed out of an agreed £40 million ($54 million) transfer to Everton on deadline day. That was just after Monaco had pulled out of a deal to sell Lamine Camara to Chelsea, when they were banking on Balogun finalising…

…not one that divides them for votes.” They’re familiar incidents of our politics — Folarin, Afenifere scribe For his part, General Secretary of Afenifere, Chief Ademola Folarin, said he has no fears over the 2027 general elections, noting that Nigerians are already used to personal attacks and others. Folarin said: “I…

…to leadership, business and societal development. The Chancellor of LASU, Oba Dr Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, Telade IV, described the convocation as a moment of joy, humility and gratitude. He commended the Lagos State Government for its continued support for the university and its commitment to education, human-ca…

…prominent aggrieved governorship aspirants, including former governor and Senator Teslim Folarin, Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu, Akeem Agbaje, Hakeem Alao and former deputy governor, Rauf Olaniyan. The reconciliation meeting, which also had the party’s Oyo State governorship candidate, Sharafadeen Alli, in attendance…

…The new contract will see Pochettino continue working with emerging talents including Folarin Balogun, Alex Freeman and Malik Tillman while overseeing the development of the next generation of American players. Reacting to the extension, Pochettino said he and his coaching staff were convinced of the country’s potentia…

…large crowds of students and igniting debate across social media. The singer, born Folarin Odunlami, attracted attention as students gathered around him to take photos and watch him make his way to the venue. Many were surprised to see the fast-rising music star attending an academic exercise despite his increasingly b…

…one of the primary incidents highlighted by the advisory body is the suspension of Folarin Balogun’s red card. The United States player received a red card during the victory against Bosnia and Herzegovina, but following a call from Donald Trump, FIFA decided to suspend the red card for a year, permitting the striker t…

By Folarin Kehinde For decades, Nigeria has remained one of Africa’s largest producers of crude oil and natural gas. Yet, across oilfields in the Niger Delta, billions of cubic feet of valuable natural gas are either burned through routine flaring or lost through leaks and venting, depriving the country of electricity,…

…told The Times they are set to make a formal complaint to FIFA over the suspension of Folarin Balogun’s World Cup ban because it has put “the whole game at risk”. Lise Klaveness, the president of the Norwegian Football Federation (NFF), says she will seek the backing of her board at a meeting on August 6 to lodge the c…

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday met with former Senate Leader, Teslim Folarin, in an apparent move to rally the former Oyo State governorship candidate behind the All Progressives Congress’ 2027 candidate, Sharafadeen Alli. The Tuesday meeting held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, according to a source closer to Fola…

…of any society. Earlier, the President and Vice-Chancellor of Babcock University, Prof. Afolarin Ojewole, charged the doctoral graduands to see the award of their degrees not as the end of learning but the beginning of greater responsibility. He described the occasion as one that celebrated lives shaped by discipline,…

…Trump infamously phoned Infantino to ask FIFA to suspend a red card against USA striker Folarin Balogun so he could play in a last-16 match against Belgium. Despite the ensuing controversy over fairness and influence, Trump has hailed the 2026 tournament as the best ever. “This has been the most successful sporting eve…

…and hardship in NigeriaEarlier, Legit.ng reported that Nigerian rapper and activist Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, participated in the June 12, 2026 Democracy Day protest in Lagos, calling on the government to address the country's growing insecurity and economic challenges.Falz joined his father, prominent h…

…the FIFA chief to lobby for a review of the red card handed to United States striker Folarin Balogun earlier in the tournament-a move that raised eyebrows across the sporting world.FIFA is also keeping a close eye on atmospheric conditions. A weather warning has been issued for the New York and New Jersey area regardin…

Rapper and social commentator, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has criticised the Federal Government’s spending priorities, describing the ruling party’s “Emi Lokan” campaign slogan as the most absurd thing he has ever encountered. The entertainer stated this during an interview with Arise Television correspon…

Folarin Balogun says Trump's World Cup red card intervention affected USA before Belgium defeat US striker Folarin Balogun has admitted the controversy surrounding the suspension of his World Cup ban affected the USA before their last-16 defeat to Belgium. The USA striker became the focus of one of the World Cup's bigg…

By Folarin Kehinde The National Population Commission (NPC) has stressed the importance of a credible, technology-driven Population and Housing Census, saying Nigeria cannot effectively plan or allocate resources without accurate population data. The Chairman of the Commission, Dr Aminu Yusuf, stated this in Abuja duri…

…answer questions from the BBC regarding the decision to overturn United States striker Folarin Balogun’s World Cup suspension. The controversy has continued to attract criticism after Balogun was allowed to play despite receiving a red card for serious foul play during the United States’ round-of-32 victory over Bosnia…

FIFA president Gianni Infantino to face ethics complaint over Trump involvement in Folarin Balogun red card controversy FIFA's president, Gianni Infantino, is being referred to Olympic ethics investigators for a possible breach of political neutrality after U.S. President Donald Trump's involvement in striker Folarin B…

…United States suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat to Belgium after a match overshadowed by the Folarin Balogun controversy. Tournament favourites France edged Paraguay 1-0 to reach the last eight, while Argentina produced a remarkable comeback from two goals down to beat Egypt 3-2, with Messi once again proving decisive. Norwa…

…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…

…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…