Friday, May 17

Shehu Dikko to serve as match commissioner for Zamalek vs RS Berkane in CAF Confederation Cup
17May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
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Shehu Dikko to serve as match commissioner for Zamalek vs RS Berkane in CAF Confederation Cup

Former vice-president of the Nigeria Football Federation, Shehu Dikko, has been appointed as the match commissioner for the upcoming CAF Confederation Cup final showdown between Zamalek from Egypt and RS Berkane from Morocco. The highly anticipated second leg match is scheduled to take place at the Cairo International Stadium this Sunday. In the first leg clash held at the Berkane Municipal Stadium last Sunday, RS Berkane secured a 2-1 victory over Zamalek, with goals from Issoufou Dayo and Adil Tahif for the Moroccans, while Zamalek's Seifeddine Jaziri scored the lone goal for his team. Notably, Shehu Dikko previously officiated the 2018 CAF Champions League final featuring Tunisia’s Esperance and Egypt’s Al Ahly.
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APRA Welcomes Omoniyi Ibietan as its New Secretary-General
17May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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APRA Welcomes Omoniyi Ibietan as its New Secretary-General

Omoniyi Ibietan, a highly regarded communications expert from Nigeria, has achieved a significant milestone by being appointed as the Secretary-General of the African Public Relations Association (APRA) during the 35th Annual Conference and Annual General Meeting held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. With a fellowship from both the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) and APRA, Ibietan boasts an impressive background in media relations, communication strategy, and policy discourse, backed by over two decades of industry experience working with renowned organizations such as the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Federal Ministry of Information and Communication. In his role as Secretary-General, Ibietan has committed to driving APRA’s agenda of reforms, promoting democ...
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17May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
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Appointment of Shehu Dikko as match commissioner for Zamalek vs RS Berkane in CAF Confederation Cup

Shehu Dikko, the former vice-president of the Nigeria Football Federation, has been selected by the Confederation of African Football to serve as the match commissioner for the upcoming CAF Confederation Cup final clash between Zamalek from Egypt and RS Berkane from Morocco. The decisive second leg of the competition is scheduled to take place at the Cairo International Stadium this Sunday. In the first leg held at the Berkane Municipal Stadium, RS Berkane emerged victorious with a 2-1 win over Zamalek. The goals for the Moroccan side were scored by Issoufou Dayo and Adil Tahif, while Zamalek managed to secure a goal through Seifeddine Jaziri in a tightly contested match. It is worth noting that Shehu Dikko previously served as the match commissioner for the 2018 CAF Champions League...
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Open Skies Air Transport Agreement Between the United States and Nigeria
17May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Open Skies Air Transport Agreement Between the United States and Nigeria

An Air Transport Agreement between the United States and Nigeria has been announced. The Public Diplomacy Department of the US Mission in Nigeria revealed this information in Abuja on Friday. This agreement has been provisionally applied since the year 2000. This bilateral agreement signifies the establishment of a modern civil aviation relationship between the two countries. It aligns with the US Open Skies international aviation policy, demonstrating commitments to high standards of aviation safety and security. This agreement is a significant advancement in the liberalization of the international civil aviation sector in Africa, expanding the economic and commercial partnership between the two nations. It also enhances people-to-people connections and unlocks new opportunities for...
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Emeka Okonkwo, aka E-Money, Denies Allegations of Affair with Late Actor’s Wife and Issues Warning
17May By Isaac EghosaNo Comments
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Emeka Okonkwo, aka E-Money, Denies Allegations of Affair with Late Actor’s Wife and Issues Warning

In response to accusations of being involved in a romantic relationship with the wife of the late Nollywood actor, JohnPaul Odonwodo, also known as Junior Pope, popular businessman and socialite Emeka Okonkwo, widely known as E-Money, has spoken out. Tragically, Junior Pope and three others lost their lives in a boating accident on the Anam River in Anambra State while returning from a film shoot last month. Since Junior Pope's passing, there have been online speculations linking E-Money to the actor's wife. E-Money has vowed to take legal action against those responsible for spreading false information. Sharing his thoughts on Instagram, he called on the public to help him identify the individuals behind the defamation. He expressed, "I have been made aware of individuals circulating...
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Brazil to host 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup
17May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
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Brazil to host 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup

In a historic decision made at a FIFA congress on Friday, Brazil has been selected as the host country for the 2027 Women’s World Cup, marking the first time the tournament will be held in South America. Following the successful hosting by Australia and New Zealand last year, FIFA members voted in favor of Brazil over a European bid, signaling a desire to expand women's football to new continents. During the meeting in Bangkok, delegates voted 119 to 78 in favor of Brazil, defeating a joint bid from Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany for the 10th edition of the Women’s World Cup. The announcement was met with joy and celebration by the Brazilian bid team. President of the Brazilian Football Confederation, Ednaldo Rodrigues, described the decision as a significant...
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Reports: More Than 100 Ukrainian Drones Intercepted by Russia
17May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Reports: More Than 100 Ukrainian Drones Intercepted by Russia

Overnight, the Russian military successfully intercepted a total of over 100 Ukrainian drones, according to a statement released by the Defence Ministry. The interception operation involved the cooperation of the air defence system and the Black Sea fleet, resulting in the interception of 51 drones over Crimea, 44 over the Krasnodar Territory, six over the Belgorod Region, and one over the Kursk Region. Additionally, Russian warplanes were reported to have taken down six drone boats in the waters of the Black Sea during the operations.
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Minister Withdraws Lawsuit Against Niger Speaker Over Marriage of 100 Orphan Girls
17May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Minister Withdraws Lawsuit Against Niger Speaker Over Marriage of 100 Orphan Girls

The decision has been made by the Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy -Ohanenye, to withdraw the lawsuit she previously filed against the Speaker of the Niger State House of Assembly, Abdulmalik Sarkindaji, in response to his intention to facilitate the marriage of 100 orphans from his constituency. Addressing the media, the minister stated that the Ministry, in conjunction with the Speaker of the Niger State Assembly and traditional leaders from the region, is currently conducting an investigation into the girls' ages to ensure compliance with the legal marriage age. Focusing on empowering girls and those impacted by insecurity in the state is now the priority of the Ministry of Women Affairs. Last week, the announcement by the speaker, Sarkindaji, about the plan to solemnize the m...
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Investigators: Dana aircraft warning received before Lagos crash-landing
17May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Investigators: Dana aircraft warning received before Lagos crash-landing

It has been disclosed by investigators that the crew of the Dana Air Boeing MD-82 received a nose-gear fault warning while attempting to land at the Lagos Airport. The incident occurred on April 23, when a Dana aircraft departing from Abuja skidded off the runway during its landing in Lagos. According to reports from the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), the crew received a warning light in the cockpit indicating an issue with the nose gear as they were on their approach to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Upon receiving the warning, the crew performed a fly-past to allow air traffic control to visually inspect the status of the nose gear. Despite efforts to address the issue by cycling the landing gear and following the emergency procedures, the warning light continu...
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Golden Eaglets’ Coach Points Finger at Inadequate Preparation for Draw Against Burkina Faso in WAFU Cup
17May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
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Golden Eaglets’ Coach Points Finger at Inadequate Preparation for Draw Against Burkina Faso in WAFU Cup

The head coach of the Golden Eaglets, Manu Garba, expressed disappointment over the team's lack of proper preparation for the WAFU B U-17 Championship. Garba's squad played to a goalless draw against Burkina Faso in their first match of the competition held at the University Stadium on Thursday evening. Despite their dominance, the Eaglets were unable to break through Burkina Faso's sturdy defense. Garba attributed his team's subpar performance to their insufficient preparation for the tournament. After the game, he commented, "The encounter with Burkina Faso marked our team's first international match." He added, "Burkina Faso outshone us in terms of readiness. They embarked on a tour for matches, similar to Ghana." Looking ahead, Garba expressed optimism that the team would improve a...
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