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Rivers United’s Next Season will Include Continental Football, According to Nwagua

10May

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Rivers United’s Next Season will Include Continental Football, According to Nwagua

Nyima Nwagua, the captain of Rivers United, maintains a positive outlook on the team's prospects for competing in continental football next season. The Pride of Rivers recently played to a goalless draw in a rescheduled match against Kwara United on Thursday. Currently positioned 11th on the Nigeria Premier Football League table with 41 points, Rivers United still have three matches pending. Expressing confidence in the team's abilities, Nyima emphasized the importance of their character in achieving their goals. Reflecting on their encounter with Kwara United in Ilorin, he stated, "In Rivers United, we value character. We possess a firm belief in consistently striving for excellence." While acknowledging that some may doubt their right to claim a spot in continental competitions, Nyima...

An Unfortunate Event Involving Babangida Leads to His Brother’s Tragic Death

10May

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An Unfortunate Event Involving Babangida Leads to His Brother’s Tragic Death

A shocking incident occurred on Thursday involving former Super Eagles winger, Tijani Babangida, who was in a serious car accident. In the tragic event, Babangida's brother, Ibrahim, lost his life. Both Babangida and his wife are currently receiving medical treatment at a local hospital. Babangida notably contributed to the Nigerian team's victory at the Atlanta 1996 Olympics, where they secured a gold medal. He currently holds the position of President at the Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria. The announcement of this unfortunate incident was made by Emmanuel Babayaro, a former teammate and the General Secretary of PFAN, through an official statement. In the statement, he requested for prayers from colleagues and well-wishers for Babangida's recovery following t...

Legal Action Taken Against Two Social Media Users for Sharing Nude Photo of Socialite

10May

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Legal Action Taken Against Two Social Media Users for Sharing Nude Photo of Socialite

A socialite, Dorcas Adeyinka, has taken legal action by summoning two social media users in the Chief Magistrate Court, Wuse Zone 6, for accusations of “criminal defamation”. The court summons, dated May 9, 2024, and seen by our correspondent, directs the defendants - Tolulope Adeoye, known as Abike Jagaban, and Tolulope Odegbami, known as Olowosibi - to appear in person before the court on June 4, 2024 to respond to the charges brought against them by the complainant. According to a criminal complaint filed by the complainant's legal team led by Pelumi Olajengbesi from the Law Corridor law firm based in Abuja, the defendants are accused of sharing the socialite's nude photo on social media in a manner that subjected her to ridicule. Allegations include Abike Jagaban sharing the compla...

Successful Raid by Troops on ISWAP Enclaves Results in Six Casualties

10May

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Successful Raid by Troops on ISWAP Enclaves Results in Six Casualties

In a recent operation, troops from Operation Hadin Kai of the Nigerian Army carried out a raid on a notorious enclave in Goniri, Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State, resulting in the death of six Islamic State of West African Province (ISWAP) fighters. The information was disclosed by Zagazola Makama, a security analyst specializing in counter-insurgency in the Lake Chad region. He shared these details in a post on his X handle last Friday. Makama highlighted that the successful operation was conducted by the troops of the 81 Division Task Force Battalion in partnership with the Civilian Joint Task Force. The troops managed to clear Wulma Mashi and Kodow while also dismantling the terrorists' structures. According to intelligence sources, the troops further advanced to clear Go...

David Beckham’s Expectation for Manchester United Players Ahead of FA Cup Final

10May

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David Beckham’s Expectation for Manchester United Players Ahead of FA Cup Final

Highlighting the significance of intrinsic motivation, David Beckham, former Manchester United icon, stresses the necessity for the Red Devils to approach every match, including the upcoming FA Cup final against Manchester City, with a firm mindset focused on winning. Amidst a challenging phase for the team, marked by recent disappointing outcomes leading them to the eighth spot in the Premier League standings, Beckham's words resonate with a call for personal accountability and inner drive among the players, rather than depending solely on external stimuli. Drawing from his own journey, Beckham underscores the importance of maintaining a consistent attitude irrespective of the circumstance, urging the players to tap into their past successes to invigorate their resolve. As Manchester ...

Jigawa State Government emphasizes the importance of IPPMS for civil servants

10May

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Jigawa State Government emphasizes the importance of IPPMS for civil servants

Addressing concerns raised by the public, the Jigawa state Government emphasizes that the enrollment of the state workforce into the Integrated Personnel Payroll Management System (IPPMS) is not intended for any form of witch-hunting. In an exclusive interview with NewsNow, Senior Special Assistant, Students Affairs to Jigawa State Governor, Amb. Muhammad Salisu Seeker Dutse, clarified this stance. The ongoing verification and enrollment of civil servants into the IPPMS, which has sparked public outcry, has been misconstrued by some as an attempt to downsize the state workforce. Reports suggested that over 7800 unverified civil servants had missed their April salaries as a result of the exercise. Amb. Salisu assured that the exercise was conducted with positive motives in mind. Highli...

Appeal for Cash Prizes by Winners of Obudu Mountain Race 10 Years Later

10May

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Appeal for Cash Prizes by Winners of Obudu Mountain Race 10 Years Later

Ten years after the last Obudu International Mountain race in November 2014, the winners are appealing to Governor Bassey Otu for the cash prizes promised by former Governor Liyel Imoke. Speaking in Calabar, Sylvester Ikpi, the spokesperson for the winners, emphasized that government responsibilities are passed down through administrations, necessitating the settlement of outstanding obligations. The Commissioner for Culture and Tourism in Cross River State, Abubakar Ewa, recently announced the upcoming resumption of the annual Obudu Mountain race under Otu's administration. While Ewa mentioned that prize winners may not be compensated due to lack of documented records, Ikpi, who clinched the $2000 1st prize in the Media Race category, rebuked this stance ...

Kwara United’s Poor Form Leaves Dogo Displeased

10May

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Kwara United’s Poor Form Leaves Dogo Displeased

Kabiru Dogo, the technical adviser of Kwara United, is expressing concern over his team's inability to perform well at home this season. In a rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 23 fixture on Thursday, the Ilorin club played to a frustrating 0-0 draw against Rivers United. Despite their dominance in the game, the Harmony Boys were unable to score, hitting the woodwork four times - a recurring theme in their home matches this season. So far in the league, Kwara United has suffered one loss and recorded six draws at home. Reflecting on the match against Rivers United, Dogo expressed his disappointment in only getting a point. "It’s a game where we put in a lot of effort and strategized to secure three points, given our performance on the road," he shared with reporters p...

Retirement Announcement from Former Super Eagles Winger

10May

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Retirement Announcement from Former Super Eagles Winger

NewsNow reports that Sone Aluko, former Super Eagles winger, has officially announced his retirement from professional football. At 35 years old, Aluko made this retirement declaration during Ipswich Town's end-of-season dinner. In expressing his sentiments, he noted, "I couldn't have chosen a better place to conclude my career." Reflecting on his time at Ipswich Town, he added, "The club is truly exceptional in every aspect. It has been a privilege to be part of this team. While I may not have played as much as I had hoped, this has undeniably been the most fulfilling year of my career." He warmly addressed his fellow teammates, saying, "To all the lads, I hold each one of you dear, even you, Harry Clarke (the Ipswich manager who provided limited playing time)." Aluko had a diverse ...

Retirement Announcement by Former Super Eagles Winger

10May

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Sports

Retirement Announcement by Former Super Eagles Winger

NewsNow reports that Sone Aluko, the former Super Eagles winger, has officially announced his retirement from football. During Ipswich Town’s end-of-season dinner, the 35-year-old Aluko declared that he is stepping away from the game. Aluko expressed his sentiments, stating, “I consider this Club the perfect place to conclude my career. The overall environment at Ipswich Town is exceptional, and it has been an honor to be a part of it. Despite not having as much playing time as I desired, this year has been the most fulfilling in my career.” He continued, “I hold deep affection for all my teammates, including Harry Clarke, the Ipswich manager, even though he limited my game opportunities.” Aluko had a diverse career, featuring stints at clubs such as Rangers, Aberdeen, Hull City, Fulha...