Ademola Lookman Scores Winner as Atlético Madrid Edge Girona

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5 months ago

May 18, 2026

Lookman’s Goal Seals 1-0 Win for Atlético Madrid over Girona as Nigeria international scores his fourth league goal of the season

Nigeria international Ademola Lookman scored the decisive goal as Atlético Madrid secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Girona on Sunday in La Liga.

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Ademola Lookman Atlético Madrid goal came in the 21st minute, with the forward finishing off an assist from Antoine Griezmann after Atlético dominated early proceedings.

It was the 28-year-old’s fourth league goal of the season since joining Diego Simeone’s side from Atalanta in January.

Lookman was substituted in the 63rd minute, making way for Clément Lenglet as Atlético managed the closing stages of the match.

Despite the win, Atlético Madrid remain in fourth place on the league table, continuing their push for a strong finish to the season.

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The Nigerian forward’s impact continues to grow in Spain, with his latest goal further underlining his importance in the squad.

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Sanwo-Olu Surprises Wife Ibijoke With Flowers at Women’s Conference

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8 hours ago

October 27, 2026

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Sanwo-Olu surprises wife Ibijoke with flowers and shares a kiss at COWLSO’s 26th Annual National Women’s Conference in Lagos

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu surprised his wife, Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, with flowers before sharing a kiss with her at the opening ceremony of the 26th Annual National Women’s Conference in Lagos on Tuesday.

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The event was organised by the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) under the theme, “Anchored in Purpose: Be the Blueprint.”

Sanwo-Olu presented the flowers to his wife during his speech at the conference, which brings together women and leaders for discussions and activities focused on women’s empowerment and leadership.

“On behalf of COWLSO and everything that is decent, we want to appreciate you, we want to honour you,” the governor said.

The couple subsequently shared a kiss as Nigerian singer 2Baba’s song, “African Queen”, played at the event.

The conference aims to inspire women, empower leaders and promote a purposeful future through discussions and activities centred on women’s development.