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National Youth Games gets new date

Written by on 21 August 2024

The Minister for Sports Development, John Enoh, represented by the Director of Grassroots Sports Development in the Ministry,  Patrick Okeke, announced the adjustment during the just concluded Joint Technical Committee Meeting of the Games at the Steven Keshi International Stadium Asaba, venue of the next Games. Enoh said the date was brought back by one […]

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Tekno dismisses claim he collapsed on stage in South Africa

Written by on 21 August 2024

On Tuesday, a video went viral showing some individuals struggling to rescue a singer who suffered a seizure and collapsed during a live performance. Although the man’s identity was not revealed, some bloggers alleged that it was Tekno. Reacting to the reports on Instagram, the ‘Pana’ hitmaker reassured fans of his well-being. Tekno also confirmed that he is […]

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Obama says US ready for Kamala Harris presidency

Written by on 21 August 2024

Former president Obama, who was greeted with rapturous applause and cheers at the packed arena hosting the party’s nominating convention, said Vice President Harris would fight for Americans, and called her November poll rival Donald Trump “dangerous.”  “Yes she can,” Obama said of Harris, prompting the boisterous crowd to repeatedly chant the phrase, recalling Obama’s […]

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Anambra community celebrates New Yam festival, tackles hunger with agric revolution

Written by on 21 August 2024

During the ceremony, which took place at the community’s village square on Sunday, there were deliberate and aggressive efforts by the monarch, chiefs, young men and women, including the elderly to eradicate hunger and ensure food availability and sustainability through agricultural revival and consciousness among the teeming youths of the community. It was gathered that […]

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APC excited as A’Court affirms Shaibu’s reinstatement as dep gov

Written by on 21 August 2024

The appellate court affirmed Justice James Omotosho’s verdict that voided Shaibu’s impeachment by the Edo State House of Assembly for lack of a fair hearing. The Court of Appeal, while affirming Justice Omotosho’s order for Shaibu’s return to office, also set aside the appointment of Omobayo Godwins as the new Deputy Governor, replacing Shaibu. The […]

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Benue CP leads team to rescue abducted medical students

Written by on 21 August 2024

The medical students were abducted last Thursday along the Otukpo/Otukpa/Enugu federal highway while they were travelling to Enugu State for the Federation of Catholic  Medical and Dental Students’ annual convention. The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, had at the weekend deployed a tactical team to ensure that the abducted students were rescued. It was learnt […]

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Stephen Chamberlain fatally struck by car

Written by on 20 August 2024

Stephen Chamberlain, the co-defendant of British tech tycoon Mike Lynch in a recent US fraud trial, has tragically died in a car accident. Chamberlain, who was acquitted along with Lynch, was struck by a car while running in Cambridgeshire, England. Chamberlain, a former vice-president of finance at Autonomy and later the chief operating officer of […]

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Sutton warns ‘peak’ Toney against Saudi move

Written by on 20 August 2024

Toney has been the subject of a £35 million bid from Saudi Arabian club Al-Ahli, but Brentford has rejected the offer. Sutton suggests that Toney should prioritize his footballing development and stay in the Premier League, where he can continue to showcase his skills and contribute to a top-flight team. The former England international highlights […]

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Johnny Wactor: Two teenagers charged with murder over shooting of former General Hospital star

Written by on 20 August 2024

The Los Angeles County District Attorney, George Gascon, announced the charges during a press conference. Robert Barceleau and Sergio Estrada, both 18 years, were charged with murder. Another 18-year-old, Leonel Gutierrez, was charged with grand theft and attempted robbery. Additionally, Frank Olano, 22 years old, was charged with being an accessory after the fact. All […]

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Urgent action needed to save millions of Nigerian children from malnutrition – UN

Written by on 20 August 2024

During a visit to a stabilization center in Yola, Adamawa State, on World Humanitarian Day, Fall highlighted the urgent need for assistance. He emphasized that 4.8 million people are projected to be food insecure during the lean season, and 230,000 children face the threat of life-threatening malnutrition. Fall called on the international community to stand […]

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