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Premier League unveils 5-Man shortlist for Best Ever Nigerian Player in EPL history
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Premier League unveils 5-Man shortlist for Best Ever Nigerian Player in EPL history

The Premier League has released a shortlist of five Nigerian players for fans to vote on the 'Best Ever Nigerian Player in EPL history'. The nominated players include John Mikel Obi, Kanu Nwankwo, Jay Jay Okocha, Yakubu Aiyegbeni, and Victor Moses, all of whom have left a significant impact on the English Premier League. The Premier League organized the poll to acknowledge the influence of Nigerian players in the league and to honor their contributions. They highlighted the current Nigerian players such as Odion Ighalo, Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, Kelechi Iheanacho, and Isaac Success, who are making a mark in the league. The Premier League acknowledged the significant number of Nigerian players who have featured in the league, with Efan Ekoku being the first Nigerian to represent Norwich...
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The Premier League’s 5-Man Shortlist for Best Ever Nigerian Player in EPL History
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The Premier League’s 5-Man Shortlist for Best Ever Nigerian Player in EPL History

The English Premier League has unveiled a five-man shortlist for fans to vote on who they believe is the 'Best Ever Nigerian Player in EPL history.'   The list includes former Chelsea player John Mikel Obi, former Arsenal player Kanu Nwankwo, former Bolton Wanderers player Jay Jay Okocha, former Middlesbrough player Yakubu Aiyegbeni, and former Chelsea player Victor Moses.   According to the Premier League's official website, the poll was organized to recognize the impact Nigerians have had in the EPL since its inception. The Premier League acknowledges the current Nigerian players such as Odion Ighalo, Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, Kelechi Iheanacho, and Isaac Success, who are contributing to the league.   Posting on their...
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US and Bailiwick of Jersey Return $311m Abacha Loot to FG
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US and Bailiwick of Jersey Return $311m Abacha Loot to FG

The United States and the Bailiwick of Jersey have returned $311,797,866.11, the third tranche of the late General Sani Abacha's loot to the Federal government.   Disclosing this, the Attorney-General of Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, released a statement on May 4 through his Special Assistant on Media and Public Relations, Dr Umar Gwandu.   Malami mentioned that the amount increased from over $308 million in an earlier statement to over $311 million due to accrued interest from February 3 to April 28, when the fund was transferred to the Central Bank of Nigeria.   He highlighted that the latest recovery would expedite the construction of three major infrastructure projects in Nigeria, nam...
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Tragic Incident: Mother Allegedly Kills 2 Children After Altercation with Her Own Mother
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Tragic Incident: Mother Allegedly Kills 2 Children After Altercation with Her Own Mother

A Kenyan woman, Winfred Nduku, 24, reportedly stabbed her 2 and 6-year-old children to death and attempted suicide after a confrontation with her mother. The tragic incident took place at her mother's residence in Kayole, Nairobi, on Saturday night, as confirmed by a police spokesperson at the Kayole Police Station to Kenyans.co.ke. According to reports, the altercation between Nduku and her mother, with whom she lives, led to the devastating events. Recounting the incident, Nduku's mother, Josephine Wambua, tearfully explained, "She was seated playing on her phone when I asked her to attend to the children and ensure they had something to eat before using her phone." "She ignored my request, and after I repeated it, she threatened to harm her children, grabbed a knife, and carried o...
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Abuja Man Breaks Woman’s Heart and Takes Her Mother’s Savings
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Abuja Man Breaks Woman’s Heart and Takes Her Mother’s Savings

An Abuja man has left a woman heartbroken after she trusted him with her mother's savings, only to be left empty-handed.   Sharing the story on Twitter, @theOliviaLife cautioned women to be wary of Abuja men claiming love, suggesting that many are just looking to exploit women financially without any intention of repayment.   She mentioned a friend who entrusted her mother's saved money, intended for setting up a shop in Abuja, to a man who professed love. However, the man not only failed to return the money but also made inappropriate advances, demanding the woman to visit his place.   She also recounted her personal encounter with an Abuja man, prompting other Twitter users to share their similar experiences.   See below for some of the responses.  
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Woman’s heartbreak: giving her mother’s savings to an Abuja man who professed love for her on Twitter
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Woman’s heartbreak: giving her mother’s savings to an Abuja man who professed love for her on Twitter

On Twitter, a woman shared a heartbreaking story about giving all her savings to a man in Abuja who left her heartbroken and penniless.   In a cautionary tweet, @theOliviaLife warned women to be vigilant when it comes to Abuja men professing their love, suggesting that many are only interested in borrowing money from women without intending to return it.   She recounted the story of her friend, who entrusted the money her mother had saved for her shop in Abuja to a man who professed love for her. However, the man failed to repay her and instead made inappropriate demands.   She also shared her own unsettling experience with an Abuja man.   This tweet sparked numerous responses from other users, who shared their own encounters.   Refer below for the Twitter responses.   ...
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Piers Morgan Takes a Break from TV Due to “Mild” Coronavirus Symptoms
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Piers Morgan Takes a Break from TV Due to “Mild” Coronavirus Symptoms

After experiencing a “mild” symptom of COVID-19, British journalist Piers Morgan has announced his temporary withdrawal from presenting ITV’s flagship morning show, Good Morning Britain.   On Sunday night, Morgan tweeted, “On medical advice, and out of an abundance of caution for a mild symptom that arose in past 48hrs, I’ve had a test for COVID-19 and so won’t be working on GMB until I get the result back, which should be tomorrow.” UPDATE: On medical advice, and out of an abundance of caution for a mild symptom that arose in past 48hrs, I’ve had a test for COVID-19 and so won’t be working on @GMB until I get the result back, which should be tomorrow. — Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) May 3, 2020   During Morgan’s absence, Ben Shephard and Susanna Reid will be filling in as hosts of...
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Interception of 40 Men from Zamfara Hidden Inside Truckload of Cows in Lagos (See Photos)
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Interception of 40 Men from Zamfara Hidden Inside Truckload of Cows in Lagos (See Photos)

At the Berger end of Lagos-Ibadan expressway this afternoon, Monday 4th of May, Lagos state security personnel intercepted a trailer loaded with cows and approximately forty men from Zamfara State. Upon the interception, the driver and passengers were instructed to return to their originating state. Currently, interstate travels are prohibited as part of the measures to halt the spread of the contagious Coronavirus. Only transportation of essential goods and services is allowed between states.
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Interception of 40 Men from Zamfara Hidden Inside a Truckload of Cows in Lagos (photos)
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Interception of 40 Men from Zamfara Hidden Inside a Truckload of Cows in Lagos (photos)

At the Berger end of Lagos-Ibadan expressway, a trailer loaded with cows was intercepted this afternoon, Monday, May 4, by the Lagos state security personnel. The trailer also had around forty men from Zamfara State on board.   After the interception, the driver and the passengers were instructed to return to the state they were coming from.    Interstate travels are currently prohibited as part of measures to halt the spread of the contagious Coronavirus. Only transportation of essential goods and services is allowed between states. 
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Edo government denies releasing photograph of fleeing COVID-19 patient, says the photo circulating is fake
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Edo government denies releasing photograph of fleeing COVID-19 patient, says the photo circulating is fake

The Edo State Government has refuted claims of releasing any photograph of the nursing mother who is wanted for fleeing after testing positive for COVID-19. Mr. Crusoe Osagie, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Communication Strategy, responded to a video on social media alleging false identification of the nursing mother who absconded after testing positive for COVID-19. In his statement, Mr. Osagie addressed the circulation of a lady's picture on social media, emphasizing that it is a case of fake news and undermining the government’s efforts. He clarified that the government had only disclosed the name and address of the woman, not released any photograph of her. He expressed sympathy for the lady in the video on social media, acknowledging her as a victim of fake news. ...
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