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02/06/2024

Lagos Now Competes with African Countries, Says Sanwo-Olu’s Aide | METROWATCH

By METROWATCH In its quest for growth and development in Lagos, as well as making life more comfortable for residents, Lagos State is now competing with countries in Africa and not states in Nigeria. This was disclosed on Sunday during a live interview on the Breakfast Xtra programme on News Central...

02/06/2024

Career Day: Professionals Storm Maris Schools as Mentors | METROWATCH

By METROWATCH Professionals in different fields of life on Friday, talked to pupils and students of Maris Schools, Amachai, Okpanam, Oshimili North Council of Delta State on different career plans. Most of those who spoke at this year’s Career Day of the school include Engr. Okeoghene Owhe, a reti...

02/06/2024

Dagogo-Jack Tasks NUPENG on National Delegates Conference | METROWATCH

By METROWATCH Comrade Joseph Dagogo-Jack of Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) Branch of Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), Port Harcourt Zone, has advised NUPENG to adhere to the decision of the court which recently called for a fresh and all-inclusive national delegates Confe...

02/06/2024

StanbicIBTC Collaborates with TMTR to Upskill Nigerian Journalists | METROWATCH By METROWATCH



Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc Thursday, May 30, in Lagos, hosted a comprehensive one-day training programme for a select group of Nigerian journalists from diverse media outlets. The initiative is aimed at enhancing professional standards and ethical practices in journalism.

The training, facilitated by The Media Training Room (TMTR), focused primarily on equipping the participants with tools and insights to better understand how to avoid falling into the landmines of fake news, unethical practices and cybercrime, as well as how to gather and report activities in Nigeria's banking and finance sector.

Facilitators at the training programme included Jekwu Ozoemene PhD, the CEO, HIV Trust Fund of Nigeria, an Africa Finance Specialist, Adjunct Faculty, Strategy and International Business at Lagos Business School (LBS), who covered “Essentials of Reporting Banking and Finance,”; Peter Okwoche, an award winning BBC journalist and host of BBC Focus on Africa, who fcilitated the “Fake news: A case for ethics and professionalism in the Nigerian media” module; Deji Olatoye, a Partner of The Lodt Law Offices, Lagos, a corporate law firm, who spoke on the theme, “The Cybercrime Act and the Nigerian Media: Understanding the legal minefield,” and Toni Kan award-winning writer, journalist and freelance journalist at the FT, whose topic of delivery was “Keeping facts sacred in the age of social media, misinformation, disinformation, and mal-information."

The training focused primarily on equipping the participants with tools and insights to better understand the extant Cybercrimes Act; how to gather news and report activities within Nigeria’s banking and finance sector, as well as the practice of journalism as it evolves in the age of social media. It also focused on ethics and professionalism in the face of the fake news epidemic.

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By METROWATCH   Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc Thursday, May 30, in Lagos, hosted a comprehensive one-day training programme for a select group of Nigerian journalists from diverse media outlets. The initiative is aimed at enhancing professional standards and ethical practices in journalism. The trainin...

02/06/2024

Ibadan Explosion: I’ve Not Received Call, Message from Atiku – Seyi Makinde tells Peter Obi | METROWATCH Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has revealed that the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar, is yet to commiserate with him over the recent explosion in Ibadan.

Metrowatchxtra.com recalls that at least five persons died, 77 sustained varying degrees of injuries, while no fewer than 58 houses were damaged in the explosion that occurred last week.

Speaking when he received the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi on Monday, Makinde, who was elected under the platform of the PDP, lamented that his party’s candidate in the last presidential election had yet to call or text him since the incident occurred.

He said, “You came here to commiserate with us over the explosion. I am particularly grateful because the President has reached out to me, you also have reached out to me but my own party candidate (Atiku), not even a call or a text message.

“I am saying this openly because our leaders should know that they need to have time for politics and humanity too.”

The governor said investigation to fully unravel the mystery behind the incident is currently ongoing.

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has revealed that the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar,

02/06/2024

ONDO 2024 | There’ll Be High Voter Turnout, INEC Chairman Yakubu Assures | METROWATCH By Seyi Babalola

Professor Mahmood Yakubu, National Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has expressed hope that the gubernatorial election in Ondo State on November 16, 2024, will have a large voter participation.

The INEC chairman, speaking on Sunday in Akure, Ondo State's capital, praised the state's continuing continuous voter registration, or CVR, as commendable given the number of registrants reported in recent days.

Yakubu, who was in the state to check the level of preparedness for the off-cycle election, said that since the exercise began on May 27, 2024, almost 20,000 new registrations had been collected.

“I’m basically in Ondo State for two reasons. The first is to observe the ongoing continuous voter registration, which started on Monday, the 27th of last month.

“We have made tremendous progress based on the daily reports I have been receiving from the state office. The second reason is the early assessment of our readiness for the Ondo State governorship election.

“The election is held in the next five months, two weeks, and two days, on November 16. From the figures we are seeing of the registration, so far, since the exercise started, there has been a tremendous voter turnout.

“As of yesterday, for instance, in Ondo, we have about 20, 000 fresh registrants as of Saturday, and we are in the middle of the process.

“The new registrants do not include transfers, the collection of cards, or the replacement of cards. So, with the enthusiasm demonstrated, particularly by the young men, when you look at the breakdown of the figures, I think there will be no voter apathy in the forthcoming elections,” he said.

By Seyi Babalola Professor Mahmood Yakubu, National Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has expressed hope that the gubernatorial election in Ondo State on November 16, 2024, will have a large voter participation. The INEC chairman, speaking on Sunday in Akure, Ondo Stat...

02/06/2024

JAMB Reschedules UTME Exam for 24,000 Candidates, Releases More Results | METROWATCH By Seyi Babalola

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has rescheduled its 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, for 24,535 candidates.

JAMB rescheduled the UTME due to significant non-compliance with requirements in the impacted applicants' centres.

The board also instructed concerned applicants to print their supplemental Examination Notification Slips beginning Tuesday, June 4, 2024, to determine their scheduled examination sites.

In a statement he signed on Sunday, JAMB’s spokesman, Dr Fabian Benjamin, said the Board has also released additional 3,921 withheld results.

The statement reads in part: “The Board has painstakingly analysed the process and conduct of the 2024 UTME in some centres where there are strong proofs of substantial non-compliance with the Board’s standards.

”Consequently, 24,535 candidates have been rescheduled to retake the examination in their chosen Examination Towns on Saturday, June 22, 2024.

”Meanwhile, 3,921 outstanding 2024 UTME results that had been cleared have now been released.

”Therefore, concerned candidates are urged to check their results from Saturday, 1st June, 2024 by sending RESULT to 55019 or 66019 to ascertain their status as those cleared would have their results while those rescheduled would be told that they had been rescheduled.

”This release brings the total results released to 1,883,350. The rescheduled examination, which is taking place on Saturday, 22nd June, 2024, two weeks from now, is to give affected candidates adequate time to prepare for the exercise.”

By Seyi Babalola The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has rescheduled its 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, for 24,535 candidates. JAMB rescheduled the UTME due to significant non-compliance with requirements in the impacted applicants’ centres. The board also i...

02/06/2024

WASH Prog Canvasses Men’s Support for Women’s ‘Smooth’ Menstruation | METROWATCH

By Sam Kayode Men and boys have been challenged to begin a deliberate campaign to support women in achieving a stress-free and smooth monthly menstrual cycle. In a paper titled “The role of men and boys in menstrual hygiene management, Let the men menstruate,” a key speaker at a ceremony to mark...

02/06/2024

Minimum Wage: Planned Nationwide Strike is Illegal, Nigeria’s Attorney-General Tells Organised Labour | METROWATCH

The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, AGF, Prince Lateef Fagbemi SAN, has notified the Nigeria Labour Congress NLC and Trade Union Congress TUC that their June 3 planned strike action is illegal, unlawful and unconstitutional. He has therefore warned them to shelve the stri...

02/06/2024

NNPC Ltd Sustains March Towards Regulatory Excellence | METROWATCH

By METROWATCH The NNPC Ltd has reiterated its commitment to sustain the Company’s march towards process improvement, regulatory compliance and performance excellence. NNPC’s Executive Vice President, Business Services, Mr. Inuwa Danladi, disclosed this while speaking on the recent certification ...

02/06/2024

Tinubu, Marwa Charge States on Drug Use Prevention, Treatment | METROWATCH By Ibironke Ariyo

The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu has charged state governments to prioritise the fight against substance abuse in their strategic work plans for a safe and secure society.

Sen. Tinubu made the call at the opening ceremony of a two-day training on Drug Prevention Treatment and Care (DPTC), for spouses of state governors, on Monday in Abuja.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the training was organised by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).

Sen. Tinubu, who was the special guest of honour, tasked the states to see the war against the drug menace as a collective effort and responsibility.

The First Lady, represented by the wife of Inspector General of Police, Mrs Elizabeth Egbetokun, commended Marwa and the Nigerian Governors’ Spouses Forum for the initiative.

“I want to commend the NDLEA under the leadership of retired Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa for organising this vital training and for your ongoing efforts in combatting drug abuse in Nigeria,” she added.

According to her, Nigerians must recognise that drug abuse is not just a law enforcement issue but a public health crisis that requires a compassionate and multi-faceted response.

“We must challenge the stigma and discrimination associated with addiction, and foster a culture of empathy, understanding and solidarity towards those struggling with substance use disorders.

“As mothers, we understand the profound impact that drug abuse can have on our children’s lives.

“Therefore, it is incumbent upon us to protect, nurture, and guide them towards a future free from the shackles of addiction. As leaders in your respective states, you wield a unique platform to drive meaningful change.

“The role of Governors’ spouses in combating drug abuse cannot be overstated. Through advocacy, we can ensure access to prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation services for

The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu has charged state governments to prioritise the fight against substance abuse in their strategic work plans for a safe

02/06/2024

NNPC Ltd Sustains March Towards Regulatory Excellence | METROWATCH

02/06/2024

Disclose Details of SIECs’ Members, LGA Results’, or Face Legal Action, SERAP Tells 36 Governors | METROWATCH Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged Nigeria’s 36 state governors “to promptly disclose details of chairmen and members of the State Independent Electoral Commissions (SIECs) in the states, including their qualifications and political affiliations, if any, and the mechanisms of their appointment.”



SERAP urged the governors “to provide to disclose the details of the results of local government elections conducted in their states since 1999, and the voters’ register for any such elections.”



SERAP also urged the governors “to clarify and explain how your states have complied with the requirements of the Nigerian Constitution 1999 [as amended] and international standards on the conduct of periodic local government elections in your states, including the details of any law regulating such elections in your states.”



The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu had last week alleged that, “the conduct of local government elections in virtually all states has become mere coronation of candidates of the ruling parties.”



In a Freedom of Information requests dated 1 June, 2024 and signed by SERAP deputy director Kolawole Oluwadare, the organisation said: “State governors have the constitutional responsibility to establish and allow independent electoral commissions to conduct local government elections fairly and impartially.”



SERAP said: “The reported interference by state governors in the operations of SIECs and apparent manipulation of local government elections are clearly incompatible with Nigerians’ right to effectively participate in their own government.”



According to SERAP, “Governors’ reported interference in the operations of SIECs and manipulation of local government elections have

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged Nigeria’s 36 state governors “to promptly disclose details of chairmen and members of the State Independent Electoral Commissions (SIECs) in the states, including their qualifications and political affiliations, if any, and the m...

02/06/2024

2023 Elections Showed Yorubas Don’t Hate Igbos, Says Peter Obi | METROWATCH The 2023 Labour Party, LP, presidential candidate, Peter Obi has said the last general election showed that Yorubas don’t hate Igbos.

This was as Obi noted that the election was not a Christian or Igbo agenda.

Obi said the 2023 general election saw Nigerians unite across tribe and religious lines, adding that the poll corrected the impression that Yorubas hate Igbos.

The former Anambra State governor spoke while receiving the 2024 Courageous Citizen Award from the Nigerian-American Coalition for Justice and Democracy (NACJD) in Abuja on Saturday.

Obi noted that the massive turnaround was an indication that Nigerians desired a change from the status quo.

“It was a time that Nigerians united and spoke with one voice regardless of tribe, tongue or religion. The 2023 election wasn’t a Christian or Igbo project.

“It was a Nigerian project. I saw our legends and elder statesmen come together for the first time. I was glad to see people like former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Pa Ayo Adebanjo and others stand their ground.

“I am saying this to correct the impression that the Yorubas hate Igbo people. A lot of people made certain sacrifices because we just wanted to say ‘Enough is enough’ in Nigeria. Imagine those who had lost their lives for the cause of a new Nigeria,” he said

The 2023 Labour Party, LP, presidential candidate, Peter Obi has said the last general election showed that Yorubas don’t hate Igbos. This was as Obi noted that the election was not a Christian or Igbo agenda. Obi said the 2023 general election saw Nigerians unite across tribe and religious lines,...

02/06/2024

NAFDAC Bans Use of Sniper for Food Preservation | METROWATCH By Seyi Babalola

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, (NAFDAC), has prohibited and highlighted the risks connected with dichlorvos, a chemical routinely used by dealers to protect food from spoiling.

As a result, the agency warned Nigerians about the dangers of employing harmful chemicals to preserve food.

Sayo Akintola, NAFDAC's Resident Media Consultant, issued a statement on Sunday expressing alarm over a new viral video showing people using harmful chemicals to preserve food products like as beans, stockfish, and crayfish.

It noted that the sale of small volume dichlorvos (100 ml or less), sold as Sniper has been banned since 2019 while the sale of the large volume (one litre) is limited to certified agrochemicals outlets, pointing out that NAFDAC underscores the toxicity of dichlorvos to human health, cautioning that its use can have fatal consequences.

The Director General, NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, according to the statement urged traders and merchants to desist from using unauthorised chemicals on food meant for human consumption.

She said that the misuse of dichlorvos poses significant risks to human health, manifesting in both short-term and long-term consequences, saying that long-term exposure can result in severe health implications, including developmental abnormalities in offspring, memory loss, reduced fertility, and potential carcinogenic effects.

She added that the adverse effects highlight the importance of adhering to safety guidelines to mitigate the risks associated with dichlorvos exposure.

By Seyi Babalola The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, (NAFDAC), has prohibited and highlighted the risks connected with dichlorvos, a chemical routinely used by dealers to protect food from spoiling. As a result, the agency warned Nigerians about the dangers of employing...

02/06/2024

Minimum Wage: Accept NLC’s Demands, NANS Urges Nigerian Government | METROWATCH By Seyi Babalola

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has urged the Bola Tinubu government to unite with the concerns of organized labour.

In a statement issued over the weekend by its president, Pedro Obi, NANS expressed sympathy with labor unions in their appeal for an increase in the national minimum wage.

While emphasizing present economic difficulty, the student body stated that the NLC demand is legitimate.

The statement reads: “We urge the Federal Government to respond promptly and favourably to the legitimate demands of Nigerian workers.

“The current economic realities have significantly eroded the purchasing power of the average Nigerian worker. Inflation, the rising cost of living, and the continuous devaluation of the naira have made it increasingly difficult for many families to meet their basic needs.”

By Seyi Babalola The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has urged the Bola Tinubu government to unite with the concerns of organized labour. In a statement issued over the weekend by its president, Pedro Obi, NANS expressed sympathy with labor unions in their appeal for an increase in....

02/06/2024

AFCON 2023 | Super Eagles of Nigeria Fail to Beat Equatorial Guinea | METROWATCH Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Sunday failed to beat Equatorial Guinea during both teams’ 2023 Africa Cup of Nations tie in Cote d’Ivoire.

The match ended 1-1 at the Olympic Stadium.

Ivan Salvador gave Equatorial Guinea a 1-0 lead in the 36th minute.

However, Victor Osimhen restored parity just two minutes later with a fine header.

Both teams failed to score in the second half, as they ended up taking one point each.

Nigeria’s next game is against the host nation on Thursday.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Sunday failed to beat Equatorial Guinea during both teams’ 2023 Africa Cup of Nations

02/06/2024

Nigeria Volatile, Filled with Suffering, Says Obasanjo | METROWATCH Former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, said on Saturday that Nigeria was becoming more volatile, uncertain and complex.

He added that insecurity had made the country a dangerous place, filled with so much suffering and hunger.

For him, the leadership has to wake up to its responsibilities in other to create a better world for all Nigerians.

He said these in Lagos at the Africa Methodist Council Heads of Conference Summit and Women’s Movement Leadership Summit, where he was the Chairman of the public lecture.

The lecture’s topic, presented by the General Secretary, World Methodist Council, Bishop Ivan Abrahams, was, ‘Leadership in a Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous World’.

Obasanjo, giving his opening remarks asked that Nigerian leaders must re-evaluate the world.

“How do we re-evaluate the world? That is what I believe we have to do in our re-evaluating the world. What do we do? Jesus Christ himself told us that in this world, we would have trouble.

“I will give you two points. Wake up! We need a new generation of leaders; moral leaders, transformational leaders, and servant leaders.

“This new generation of leaders will lead by showing love and leading the re-evaluation and transformation,” he said.

Speaking further, he said, “Nigeria as it is now is volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous and dangerous.

“We have resources in Africa; we have 70 per cent of the world’s copper. Japan has no mineral resources. Singapore is even worse. No resources!

“But, whatever resources we have, if we are devoid of leadership, it won’t get us anywhere. That is why leadership in Africa is very important.

“We can’t create an Africa of hope, prosperity, devoid of oppression and one of security, peace and where leaders have vision, knowledge and understanding this way.”

He also noted that the late South African freedom fighter, Nelson

Former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, said on Saturday that Nigeria was becoming more volatile, uncertain and complex. He added that insecurity had made the country a dangerous place, filled with so much suffering and hunger. For him, the leadership has to wake up to its responsibilities in oth...

02/06/2024

Champions League Final: Vinicius Jr Equals Messi’s Record | METROWATCH Vinicius Jr has matched a remarkable record set by former Barcelona captain, Lionel Messi by scoring for Real Madrid in their UEFA Champions League final win over Borussia Dortmund on Saturday.

The match ended 2-0 for Los Blancos at Wembley Stadium.

Following a scoreless first half, the Los Blancos broke the deadlock in the 74th minute when defender Dani Carvajal headed in from a superb corner delivered by Toni Kroos.

Nine minutes later, Vinicius secured the win with a goal assisted by Jude Bellingham.

Vinicius at 23, has now been directly involved in 22 goals in the Champions League knockout stages, tallying 11 goals and 11 assists.

This achievement puts him on par with Messi, the only other player to reach this milestone before turning 24.

Vinicius Jr has matched a remarkable record set by former Barcelona captain, Lionel Messi by scoring for Real Madrid in their UEFA Champions League final win over Borussia Dortmund on Saturday. The match ended 2-0 for Los Blancos at Wembley Stadium. Following a scoreless first half, the Los Blancos....

02/06/2024

Lots of Men Have No Agenda in Relationship Other than S*x, Says Tems | METROWATCH By Seyi Babalola

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has shared her opinion about the agenda of most men when it comes to relationships.

According to her, a lot of men approach relationships with no agenda other than s*x.

The Oscar-nominated diva stated this in the teaser of the upcoming episode of ‘Flow with Korty.’

The host, Korty EO asked, “Have you been in love before?”

Tems replied, “A lot of guys, they are very obvious… There is no agenda but to penetrate.”

The ‘Essence’ crooner also opened up about being constantly misunderstood and bullied because of her reserved nature and how she handled it.

“Everything I did seemed to annoy everybody. They would say, ‘Why are you so slow? Why are you talking so slow? Talk like you are alive.’ And I would say, ‘You are very stupid. Are you crazy?’ I was upset all the time,” she said.

By Seyi Babalola Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has shared her opinion about the agenda of most men when it comes to relationships. According to her, a lot of men approach relationships with no agenda other than s*x. The Oscar-nominated diva stated this in...

02/06/2024

Why I Find it Difficult to Make Friends — actor Jim Iyke reveals | METROWATCH By Seyi Babalola

Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has explained why he fails to make friends.

He explained that he cannot be friends with those who keep grudges.

On the 'Deep Dive' podcast, hosted by comedian Teju Babyface, Iyke revealed that his proclivity for growth is so rapid that many others can't keep up.

“We don’t hang around emotions. We don’t have time for it. That’s why I can’t be friends with everybody,” he said.

“I need somebody that won’t be hung up on my last act. I’m too transitional for it. My propensity for growth is at an alacrity that you can’t keep up with.

“Who I was yesterday is different from who I am today. So it’s not everybody that can keep up with that. I need somebody that I won’t call for 10 weeks and he is not in his feelings.

“There’s a time I didn’t call him for 4 months and he didn’t call me either. We don’t have to. But when we call, it’s value.

“I don’t want a friend that I am in your life every day. It’s never going to work because I will never show up for your kid’s birthday.

“You find me wanting at your anniversary. When you have certain issues I might not be the one to reach. But I tell you, when you call me and I sense that it’s not even a function of what you tell me, I sense that you need me, I’m going to move every mountain. So you decide the kind of friends you want.”

By Seyi Babalola Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has explained why he fails to make friends. He explained that he cannot be friends with those who keep grudges. On the ‘Deep Dive’ podcast, hosted by comedian Teju Babyface, Iyke revealed that his proclivity for growth is so rapid that many others can’...

02/06/2024

Electricity Customers in Nigeria Without Meters Hit 55.61%, Says NERC | METROWATCH By Seyi Babalola

The number of electricity customers in Nigeria without meters stood at 7,319,846 million.

According to the most recent industrial statistics from the Nigerian electrical Regulatory Commission, only 5,842,726 electrical users out of 13,162,572 registered consumers receive supplies from the national grid.

According to the statistics, Nigeria's overall metering rate for electricity users is 44.39 percent, while 55.61 percent of others get their bills by estimate from the 11 power distribution firms nationwide.

As a solution to Nigeria’s metering gap, the Bureau of Public Enterprises announced on Thursday that the Federal Government had secured a $500 million World Bank loan to procure meters.

Similarly, Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, recently disclosed that the presidential metering initiative had been scheduled to provide two million meters per annum for the next five years to improve the sector’s liquidity and limit estimated billing.

The development amid the April 3 245 percent electricity tariff and band classification of electricity customers.

By Seyi Babalola The number of electricity customers in Nigeria without meters stood at 7,319,846 million. According to the most recent industrial statistics from the Nigerian electrical Regulatory Commission, only 5,842,726 electrical users out of 13,162,572 registered consumers receive supplies fr...

02/06/2024

Champions League: Vinicius Jr Set to Clinch Ballon D’Or as Real Madrid Wins 15th Title | METROWATCH By Seyi Babalola
Real Madrid winger, Vinicius Jr, is moving ever closer to winning the Ballon d’Or award.

The 23-year-old is considered to be one of the frontrunners for the prize this year, along with his current team-mate Jude Bellingham and future team-mate, Kylian Mbappe.

However, on Saturday night, Vinicius stepped out in front of the queue, as Los Blancos won the Champions League for the 15th time.

Although the Brazilian did not have his best game, he found himself on the scoresheet, adding to Dani Carvajal’s opening goal nine minutes later.

It was his second goal in a Champions League final and 24th in all competitions for the season.

Once mocked and jeered at for his penchant for missing when it mattered, Vinicius is making a reputation for being a big-game player.

By Seyi Babalola Real Madrid winger, Vinicius Jr, is moving ever closer to winning the Ballon d’Or award. The 23-year-old is considered to be one of the frontrunners for the prize this year, along with his current team-mate Jude Bellingham and future team-mate, Kylian Mbappe. However, on Saturday ...