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Ademola Lookman, Former Everton Star, Chooses to Represent Nigeria Instead of England for Super Eagles

28Jan

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Ademola Lookman, Former Everton Star, Chooses to Represent Nigeria Instead of England for Super Eagles

Confirmation has been made by the Nigeria Football Federation that RB Leipzig striker Ademola Lookman has completed his switch from England to Nigeria in order to represent the Super Eagles. Lookman, who departed from Everton last season to join top German club RB Leipzig, scored five goals in 11 appearances. However, since completing a permanent move from Everton last summer, he has played only five games. Having been born in England to Nigerian parents, Lookman has represented England's youth teams but has not played in a competitive game for England's senior team, making it feasible for him to now represent Nigeria. Lookman has accomplished the necessary paperwork to switch his allegiance and is currently awaiting a decision from FIFA,...

Georgina Rodriguez Refers to Cristiano Ronaldo as her ‘Husband’ in a Heartfelt Birthday Post

28Jan

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Georgina Rodriguez Refers to Cristiano Ronaldo as her ‘Husband’ in a Heartfelt Birthday Post

Speculation about Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez potentially tying the knot has resurfaced, just two months after they denied rumors about a secret marriage ceremony in North Africa. On her 26th birthday, Georgina Rodriguez took to Instagram to express her joy and affectionately referred to the Juventus striker as her 'husband' in a heartfelt post. She shared a photo of herself and Ronaldo posing with their children, and wrote: 'Happy 26 for me, very happy. I can't ask life more. Just a lot of health for my family and me and to always enjoy them. 'Thank you all for your congratulations, flowers and love. And Thank you to my husband for giving me the best of life, our children. I love you.' In Spanish, 'marido' means husband. Cristiano Ronaldo also posted the s...

Statement from Vice President Osinbajo: APC’s Manifesto was Formulated at Pat Utomi’s House

28Jan

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Statement from Vice President Osinbajo: APC’s Manifesto was Formulated at Pat Utomi’s House

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has disclosed that the All Progressives Congress (APC) manifesto was written at the house of Prof Pat Utomi in 2014. The Vice President made this revelation at the 5th edition of Airtel Touching Lives in Lagos. He mentioned that a social safety initiative to specifically address poverty was included in the party's manifesto. According to a statement released by Osinbajo's Senior Special Adviser on media and publicity, Laolu Akande, Osinbajo, Mr. Wale Edun, and Prof. Pat Utomi met at Pat’s home in 2014 to write portions of the APC manifesto. They all agreed on the importance of creating a social safety net for the people as a fundamental pillar of the party’s plans. Regarding the feeding program initiated ...

The Tragic Death of a Newborn Baby Found in a Washing Machine

28Jan

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The Tragic Death of a Newborn Baby Found in a Washing Machine

Following a tragic incident, a Russian woman is now facing charges over the death of her newborn child, who was discovered lifeless inside a washing machine. An official report from Russian authorities revealed that Nadezhda Zavialova, a 31-year-old popular hairdresser, prematurely gave birth to her fourth child during the night. Her husband, Denis, found her covered in blood the next morning at their residence in the Talitsa, Sverdlovsk region, and called for an ambulance. According to a police source, the infant had been placed inside the washing machine, prompting the launch of a murder investigation. The woman, who has one son from a previous marriage and two daughters with her current husband, is currently hospitalized and is facing charges under article 106 of the Russ...

I think Agba Jalingo should be released – Governor Ben Ayade says as he denies ordering the journalist's arrest

28Jan

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I think Agba Jalingo should be released – Governor Ben Ayade says as he denies ordering the journalist's arrest

Governor Ben Ayade expresses his support for the release of Agba Jalingo, the publisher of Cross River Watch, who has been detained for months on charges of treason. Governor Ayade denied any involvement in the journalist's arrest, claiming that the prosecution is being carried out by the Federal Government. He alleged that Jalingo's involvement in politics, particularly in the #RevolutionNow protest led by Omoyele Sowore, has led to his arrest and trial. According to Governor Ayade, Agba Jalingo's participation in the protest marked a departure from his journalistic role to that of a political activist attempting to overthrow the government. He emphasized that the treason charges against Jalingo are being pursued by the Federal Government, not the Cross River State. Governor Ayade attr...

Tragic Incident: 13 Lives Lost as Herdsmen Strike in Plateau State

28Jan

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Tragic Incident: 13 Lives Lost as Herdsmen Strike in Plateau State

Reports indicate that a recent assault by individuals purported to be herdsmen in Kwatas village, located in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, has resulted in the tragic loss of 13 lives. The state's police command has verified the attack and has disclosed that five other individuals sustained critical injuries. These victims are currently undergoing treatment at the general hospital in Bokkos. In response, detectives, conventional policemen, and the police mobile force have been dispatched to Kwatas, a community neighboring the Plateau State University in the central zone of the state. Law enforcement authorities have expressed their commitment to diligently pursue the apprehension of the perpetrators responsible for this grievous incident.

Femi Adesina Makes a Shocking Statement about Insurgency in Buhari’s Tenor

28Jan

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Femi Adesina Makes a Shocking Statement about Insurgency in Buhari’s Tenor

Femi Adesina, the special adviser to the president on media and publicity, says Nigerians ought to be thankful that the spate of attacks by Boko Haram has dropped. He said Nigerians Should Be Thankful That Terrorist Bombing Has Reduced all thanks to Buhari Presidency’, despite the recent bombings that have claimed scores of lives, the impact of terrorism was still less than what Nigerians faced under former President Goodluck Jonathan. Adesina, who is the most senior spokesman for the President Muhammadu Buhari, said before the regime came into power, about six bombs were going off in a day. He said this during an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ programme on Sunday, January 26, 2020. The President’s spokesman was asked to explain to Nigerians why his principal ha...

13 dies as herdsmen lunched a shocking attack in plateau state.

28Jan

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13 dies as herdsmen lunched a shocking attack in plateau state.

13 dies as herdsmen lunched a shocking attack in plateau state. 13 people have been confirmed dead in a fresh attack launched by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen on Kwatas village in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. Confirming the attack, the state’s police command said five others were critically injured and are receiving treatment at the general hospital in Bokkos. Detectives, conventional policemen, and the police mobile force have been deployed to Kwatas which is a community neighbouring the Plateau State University in the central zone of the state. The police stated that they are working hard to arrest perpetrators of the sad act.

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28Jan

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Taraba Confirms four Cases Of Lassa Fever

27Jan

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Taraba Confirms four Cases Of Lassa Fever

Taraba Confirms four Cases Of Lassa Fever Taraba State government has confirmed the death of 4 persons in the recent Lassa fever outbreak. The state’s commissioner of health, Dr Innocent Vakkai who confirmed this on Monday January 27 said the late residents of the state were among the 5 people who tested positive after 15 persons were subjected to a medical test for the disease. Vakkai disclosed that the surveillance system for more case detection and proper treatment has been activated by state government after most of the suspected cases were found to have come from six local government areas in the state; Bali, Gashaka, Gassol, Ardo-Kola, Jalingo and Ibi. The Commissioner said they’ve launched a campaign to create awarnness and enlighten residents of the state on symptoms of the...