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Arsenal centre-back, William Saliba, has warned other Premier League defenders about “scary” Viktor Gyokeres, following his arrival from Sporting.

The Gunners have signed Gyokeres after agreeing a deal worth €63.5million (£54.8m) – plus €10m (£8.6m) in add-ons.

The 27-year-old is Arsenal’s sixth signing of the window, after the recruitment of Kepa Arrizabalaga, Christian Norgaard, Noni Madueke, Martin Zubimendi and Cristhian Mosquera.

Gyokeres could make his debut in Arsenal’s upcoming friendly with arch-rivals Tottenham on Thursday, Mikel Arteta has hinted fans may have to be a little more patient to see the forward in action for the first time.

“We know how good he is, it’s scary to play against him,” Saliba told Hayters TV.

“Of course, I’m so happy to have him in my club, and I’m sure that he will help us to win games and win trophies.”

The Court of Appeal sitting in Owerri, Imo State, has ruled that the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, lacks the legal authority to seize drivers’ licences, vehicles, or related documents without lawful justification.

This decision came in Appeal No: CA/OW/199/2022, filed by the FRSC, the Corps Marshal, and an officer identified by Uniform No. COSS 35 (as 1st to 3rd Appellants), against Dr. Emmanuel Ugochukwu Shebbs (Respondent).

The appellate court upheld the judgment of the High Court of Abia State, which had earlier ruled that such seizures amount to a violation of fundamental human rights.

Delivering a unanimous judgment, Justices Amina Audi Wambai, M. Lawal Abubakar, and Ntong F. Ntong affirmed the FRSC’s liability for rights violation.

However, the court reduced the damages awarded to the respondent from N30 million to N10 million, covering general and exemplary damages.

The case stemmed from an incident in 2020 during the COVID-19 lockdown, when FRSC officers stopped Shebbs along Bende Road in Umuahia.

According to him, after inspecting his car and finding no fault, the officers demanded a bribe.

When he declined, they conducted a second inspection, claimed his tyre was worn out, and subsequently retained his driver’s licence and issued a N3,000 booking.

Rather than pay the fine, Shebbs approached the High Court in Abia to seek redress, citing the unlawful seizure as a violation of his fundamental rights

Anambra State Police Command has taken delivery of a new Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) to tackle criminals in the state.

The armoured vehicle was delivered to the Command by the Force Headquarters on the instruction of the Inspector General of Police, Mr Kayode Egbetokun.

The Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Ikioye Orutugu who received the heavy duty military equipment expressed happiness about the gesture, saying it would help the Command to tackle criminals in the state.

A statement by the State Police Command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, quoted the CP as expressing his deep appreciation to the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force for the delivery of the equipment.

The CP said: “This critical asset will significantly enhance the command’s operational capacity, especially in tackling emerging security challenges and strengthening the ongoing efforts toward maintaining peace, law, and order across the State.

“The Anambra State Police Command reassures Ndi Anambra of its renewed commitment to the protection of lives and property, and calls for continued cooperation from residents to ensure a safer Anambra for all.”

The CP further acknowledged the continuous support of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, to the Command.

He described him as an IGP whose proactive leadership continues to reflect in the improved logistics, welfare, and morale of officers nationwide.

The Mining Marshals of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have sealed an illegal lithium mining operation in Libata, Ngaski Local Government Area of Kebbi State, accusing the operators of violating mining laws and defrauding the federal government of over ₦1.43 trillion.

The enforcement team, acting under the mandate of the federal high court, said the operation was linked to Three Crown Mines Ltd, a firm now under investigation for large-scale mineral theft and regulatory breaches.

According to officials, the company, in alleged collaboration with unnamed foreign nationals, illegally extracted lithium valued at ₦1,431,762,340,450 over two years.

Regulators say the firm far exceeded the scope of its Small Scale Mining License (SSML) and Exploration License, encroaching on cadastre units lawfully owned by another titleholder.

Officials said the action contravenes section 46(2) of the 2007 Minerals and Mining Act and section 48 of the Nigerian Mining Regulations, 2011.

The company’s activities, they added, not only deprived the government of critical revenue but also undermined the legal framework protecting Nigeria’s mineral resources.

The site was shut down following a coordinated inspection by security personnel, state mine officers, and company representatives.

Despite a formal summons, the directors of Three Crown Mines failed to appear before investigators in Abuja on July 21, citing “inconvenience” through a letter from their counsel, Y.C. Maikyau, SAN.

The Mining Marshals described the excuse as unacceptable and warned against attempts to stall the investigation.

They insisted that a new appearance date must be mutually agreed upon to continue the probe.

John Onoja, Assistant Commandant of Corps and Commander of the Mining Marshals, issued a warning that mineral theft would be treated with zero tolerance.

“We will not negotiate the mineral fortune of Nigeria across any roundtable. Mineral theft is not a compoundable offence,” he said.

His comments came weeks after the Ministry of Solid Minerals fined Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company ₦2 billion following a similar investigation led by the Marshals.

Onoja said the recent enforcement actions were in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu and the directives of Dele Alake, Minister of Solid Minerals.

Lithium, a key component in global energy transition technologies, is now central to Nigeria’s economic strategy, and its unchecked exploitation, officials say, threatens both revenue and national sovereignty.

In reaction, NSCDC Commandant-General, Abubakar Ahmed Audi, said law enforcement must be central to national prosperity.

“The enforcement of laws that protect federal revenue is foundational to Nigeria’s prosperity. The sanitisation of the mining sector is not just necessary—it is non-negotiable,” he said.

Abakaliki FC have retained 27 players for the 2025-26 Nigeria National League, NNL, season.

The retained players are Elochukwu Paschal, Akanbi Raimi, Timothy Cyril, Ezema Ifeanyi, Ogbu Chisom, Aluo Chisom, Nwafor Ejike, Uche Amarachi, Ugwu Emeka, Oma Joseph, Kalu Collins, Promise Uche and Chukwu Onoche.

Others are Eni Daniel, Wisdom Ifeanyi, Aloo Friday, Emeka Soronnadi, Nwafor Chigozie, Onyia Henry, Igwe Pius, Okoro Chukwudi, Aleke Jude, Linus Christopher, Abdul Aminu, David Nnachi and Rapheal Blaise.

The players are expected to resume training on Thursday, 7th August to start preparation for the upcoming season.

reports that Abakaliki FC have been admitted back to the NNL having acquired the promotion slot of Hammola FC.

Abakaliki FC were relegated to the third tier league at the end of the 2024-25 NNL season.

Newly appointed Shooting Stars technical adviser, Nurudeen Aweroro says that it is a privilege to manage the club.

Aweroro was appointed as a replacement to veteran tactician Gbenga Ogunbote who was sacked by the club last week.

The young tactician assured that the club supporters won’t regret the decision of the club’s management to appoint him.

“I and my back room staffs will give the best to the team and I promise the club supporters that they will never regret the decision,” Aweroro told Shooting Stars media.

“We are going to be business partners with the players I want them to be comfortable and relaxed that they are working with the best coach.”

Aweroro has resumed training with the team in readiness for the 2025-26 season.

The lifeless body of a 16-year-old boy identified as Lawal Wahab has been found by operatives of the Ogun State Police Command along the Old Express Road, Igbile-Ijebu.

His decomposed body was found with the head, both wrists, heart, and genitals gruesomely removed.

The Police Spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, in a statement obtained, confirmed the incident on Saturday.

Odutola revealed that the deceased, who stayed with his grandmother, was earlier reported missing by his father, Mr. Lawal Olumide.

She stated that officers from the Omu-Ijebu Division, acting swiftly on credible intelligence, arrested a 25-year-old suspect identified as Salawu Omikansola, one Serefusi Agemo, and others in connection with the murder.

Odutola said, “Tragically, on July 23rd, 2025, his lifeless and decomposed body was discovered along the Old Express Road, Igbile-Ijebu.

“A preliminary examination revealed that the head, both wrists, heart, and genitals had been gruesomely removed, suggesting ritualistic motives.

“Acting swiftly on credible intelligence, officers from Omu-Ijebu Division apprehended suspects identified as Salawu Omikansola (25 years) ‘m’, Serefusi Agemo ‘m’, and others in connection with the murder. One of the suspects made a voluntary confessional statement, which was also recorded on video.”

She added that the case, alongside exhibits, is being prepared for immediate transfer to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Eleweran, for further discreet investigation, while the remains of the deceased were handed over to the family for burial in accordance with Islamic rites.

The command assured members of the public that justice will be served and urged all to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police formation.

Head coach of the Moroccan female national team, Jorge Vilda, has issued a strong warning to the Super Falcons.

Both teams will face each other in the final of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON on Saturday.

The coach laid emphasis on his team’s desire and determination to make history in front of their home fans by winning the trophy.

Nigeria is targeting a new world record as the national team with the most continental titles.

Morocco beat Ghana through a penalty shootout to qualify for the final while Nigeria defeated South Africa 2-1 to book their place.

Ahead of Saturday’s game both coaches addressed the press and Vilda praised the quality and experience of the Nigerian team but maintained that his players are driven to deliver glory for their nation.

“A team with a very high mid-level. It is a team that not only has physically strong players, but also different players on an individual level. They also have experience in other competitions,” Vilda said of the Super Falcons.

“I say it again, it is a game and a final. We play at home. We play with our fans. Our players have a lot of desire and enthusiasm to make history.

“We are here to make history. They have it inside, and that is what we are going to try to do,” he added.