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Lazio Fisayo Dele-Bashiru Sidelined With Injury, Doubtful for Nigeria’s World Cup Qualifiers
Lazio midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has been ruled out for about a month after suffering a muscle injury, raising concerns about his availability for Nigeria’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying matches in October.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Italian club confirmed Thursday that the 23-year-old picked up a lesion to the femoral bicep in his right leg. The injury means he could miss Nigeria’s final two qualifiers of the year against Lesotho and Benin.
Doctors estimate Dele-Bashiru will need at least four weeks of recovery. That timeline places his return in early November, leaving little chance of him joining the national team during the October international window.
Key blow for Nigeria
Dele-Bashiru has become an important part of Nigeria’s midfield since making his debut earlier this year. His energy, vision, and ability to link defense with attack have earned him praise from fans and coaches alike.
Nigeria is currently chasing a spot at the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The team sits in a tight qualifying group where every point is crucial. Missing a key midfielder like Dele-Bashiru could hurt their chances against Lesotho and Benin.
Head coach Finidi George is expected to announce his squad in the coming weeks. The coach now faces the challenge of reshaping his midfield options without one of his promising young players.
Club setback
The injury is also a blow for Lazio, who signed Dele-Bashiru during the summer transfer window. The Italian Serie A side had hoped to ease him into their system, and he had already shown flashes of his potential in early season games.
In a short statement, Lazio said the player would undergo treatment and rehabilitation under the supervision of the club’s medical team. The club did not give an exact date for his return but confirmed it would be “no less than one month.”
Supporters had been eager to see how the Nigerian midfielder could adapt to top-flight Italian football after his move from Hatayspor in Turkey. His absence will limit Lazio’s midfield rotation during a busy run of league and European fixtures.
International implications
Nigeria’s final two games of 2025 are especially important. The Super Eagles have a strong record against Lesotho, but the away match against Benin is expected to be more difficult.
Analysts believe Nigeria cannot afford to drop points if they want to stay ahead in the race for World Cup qualification. The potential absence of Dele-Bashiru adds another challenge to a squad already dealing with injuries to other key players.
Sports commentator Tunde Babalola said the news could force Nigeria to change its style of play. “Dele-Bashiru brings a lot of balance to the midfield,” he said. “Without him, the team may have to rely more on experienced players like Wilfred Ndidi or Alex Iwobi.”
Rising star
Born in Hamburg, Germany, to Nigerian parents, Dele-Bashiru grew up in England and began his professional career at Manchester City before moving to Sheffield Wednesday. He represented England at youth level but later committed to Nigeria, making his senior debut in 2024.
His decision to play for Nigeria was celebrated by fans who saw him as part of a new generation of talent for the national team. His strong performances in friendlies and qualifiers quickly established him as a player to watch.
What’s next
For now, Dele-Bashiru will focus on recovery in Rome. If his rehabilitation goes well, he could return in time for Lazio’s November fixtures. Nigeria, meanwhile, must prepare to face Lesotho on October 10 and Benin on October 14 without him.
The injury serves as a reminder of how quickly fortunes can change in football. Both Lazio and Nigeria will be hoping Dele-Bashiru makes a swift and complete recovery.
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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.
Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.
“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.
He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”
Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.
He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.
“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.
In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.
“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.
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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.
Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.
While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.
He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.
The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.
He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.
“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”
The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.
2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.
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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.
The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.
As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.
Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.
The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.
Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment
Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.
The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.
According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.
The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.
The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.
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