Nigerian Car Dealers Turn to Electric Vehicles as Demand Slumps
Car dealers across Nigeria are moving toward electric vehicles as demand for petrol-powered cars continues to fall. Motor dealers say buyers now refurbish old cars instead of purchasing new ones, forcing sellers to rethink their strategy. The Association of Motor Dealers of Nigeria plans to push made-in-Nigeria, gas-powered and electric vehicles. Dealers admit electric cars […]
Boniface Begins Rehab After Knee Surgery, Season Over
Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has begun rehabilitation after successful knee surgery in Innsbruck, Austria. The procedure ends his 2025/26 season. The surgery fixed a long-term right knee problem that limited his fitness and form. Boniface shared a short video showing light stretches and assisted walking as rehab kicked off. Injury issues plagued his campaign. […]
Manchester United Weigh Carrick, Solskjaer for Interim Job
Manchester United have moved quickly to appoint an interim head coach, with Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in a straight fight. Both met club bosses at Old Trafford. Carrick impressed, while Solskjaer’s strong fan backing still counts. United want the new coach in place fast to prepare for the Manchester derby. Darren Fletcher has […]
FG Releases Super Eagles’ AFCON Bonuses
The Federal Government has released the Super Eagles’ match bonuses at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, ending days of uncertainty within the camp. Minister of State for Finance, Doris Uzoka-Anite, said players will receive the funds in their domiciliary accounts within 24 hours, noting that foreign currency conversion caused the delay. The development […]
Obidient Movement Backs Obi for 2027
The Obidient Movement has declared that the 2027 presidency should stay in the South, backing Peter Obi as best placed to complete the region’s remaining term. Its National Coordinator, Yunusa Tanko, said the group rejects calls for Obi to step aside, stressing equity and democratic fairness. The stance comes amid rising opposition maneuvering following Obi’s […]
Manchester United sack Rúben Amorim
Manchester United have dismissed head coach Rúben Amorim, bringing a sudden end to his brief and troubled reign. The club acted after poor performances and growing internal strain, opting for a swift reset as pressure mounted on the Portuguese manager. READ ANOTHER STORY – https://classic97.net/gumi-denies-us-strike-threat/
Gumi denies US strike threat claim
Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has rejected claims that US airstrikes in Sokoto targeted him, calling the reports fake. He said people misinterpreted an old video in which he spoke about a 2012 Boko Haram plot on his life. Gumi insisted he faces no threat and is living safely with his family, urging media outlets […]
Cuba says 32 nationals killed in US raid capturing Maduro
Cuba says US forces killed 32 Cuban nationals during a military operation in Caracas that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Havana says the dead were Cuban military and interior personnel on official missions and accused Washington of launching a criminal attack. Cuba declared two days of national mourning and hailed the fallen as heroes who […]
Anthony Joshua Survives Ogun Road Accident; Two Dead
Boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a road accident on Monday in Makun, Ogun State. Eyewitnesses said Joshua’s Lexus SUV collided with a stationary truck on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway around 11 a.m. He sustained minor injuries, but two passengers died at the scene. The crash occurred near Danco Filling Station on the Ibadan-bound lane. Joshua’s […]
Air Peace Warns Domestic Fares Could Exceed ₦1 Million
Air Peace Chairman and CEO, Allen Onyema, has warned that domestic airfares in Nigeria could surpass ₦1 million starting next year. Onyema attributed the potential hike to the planned implementation of Nigeria’s new tax reform laws, set to take effect in January 2026. He explained that the reforms will eliminate several tax exemptions airlines currently […]
