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Statement from Federal Government on Nigerian-British Boy’s Murder
3May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Statement from Federal Government on Nigerian-British Boy’s Murder

Expressing deep regret, the Federal Government has characterized the tragic death of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin, who lost his life in a sword attack in London, United Kingdom, on Tuesday, as profoundly saddening and horrific. Condolences were shared by the Chairperson of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, in a message to the family on Thursday. Within a statement released by NiDCOM spokesperson Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Dabiri-Erewa extended sympathies to the family of the deceased and the Nigerian communities in the UK, while beseeching God to grant young Daniel peace after his untimely passing on Tuesday. There was hope expressed that decisive measures would be taken to e...
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Court appearance linked to the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin
2May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Court appearance linked to the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin

Recently, a man stood trial for the alleged murder of Daniel Anjorin, a 14-year-old victim of a fatal sword attack in London. Reports from Sky News suggest that the accused, Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, a Spanish-Brazilian national residing in Newham, east London, is facing multiple charges. Image credit: The Guardian UK The charges against Monzo encompass two counts of attempted murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary, and possession of a bladed article, as announced by the police. During the incident, which occurred on Tuesday, four individuals, including two Metropolitan Police officers, sustained injuries. Aged 36, Monzo appeared before Westminster Magistrates’ Court and was subsequently remanded in custody earlier today. He is expected to r...
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Match Report: Ajibade Shines in Atletico’s Dominant 5-1 Victory
22Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Match Report: Ajibade Shines in Atletico’s Dominant 5-1 Victory

Rangers powered into the Scottish Cup final with a brace from Dessers Ejuke and Dele-Bashiru also found the back of the net In a standout weekend for Nigerian stars abroad, Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade stood out with a spectacular performance, alongside impressive showings from the male players, as reported by ABIODUN ADEWALE. SUNDAY ENGLAND OLA AINA (FOREST) Nottingham Forest endured a 2-0 defeat to Everton at Goodison Park, with Ola Aina completing a full 90 minutes in defense. Forest's struggles continue as they fight against relegation, currently sitting 17th in the table with slim margins above the danger zone. Meanwhile, Taiwo Awoniyi remains sidelined due to a muscle injury after playing a key role in their survival battle last season. IWOBI, ...
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Top of Premier League Reached by Arsenal after a Tough Win against Wolves
20Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Top of Premier League Reached by Arsenal after a Tough Win against Wolves

Arsenal managed to shake off the disappointment from their Champions League exit by securing a 2-0 victory against Wolves on Saturday, allowing them to reclaim the top spot in the Premier League. Leandro Trossard and Martin Odegaard scored crucial goals at the end of each half, propelling the Gunners one point ahead of Manchester City, who still have a game in hand. After enduring a three-game winless streak, Arsenal's season seemed to be in jeopardy. Last weekend, Mikel Arteta's squad suffered their first Premier League defeat of 2024, a 2-0 loss to Aston Villa, sandwiched between a Champions League quarter-final exit at the hands of Bayern Munich. However, they regained their composure to keep the pressure on reigning champions, City, who secured a 1-0 victory...
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Manchester City Claims Top Spot, Tottenham Suffers Heavy Defeat to Newcastle
13Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Manchester City Claims Top Spot, Tottenham Suffers Heavy Defeat to Newcastle

Manchester City surged to the summit of the Premier League after comfortably defeating lowly Luton 5-1 at the Etihad, while Newcastle delivered a stunning 4-0 victory over Tottenham on Saturday. In the midst of a demanding schedule, Pep Guardiola found respite with a favorable fixture sandwiched between the two legs of his team's Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid. Fielding a rotated squad with six changes from their exhilarating 3-3 draw in Madrid, City took the lead just two minutes into the game with Erling Haaland's shot deflecting off Daiki Hashioka into the net. Despite controlling the game, it wasn't until the hour mark that City sealed the victory when Mateo Kovacic struck a powerful shot from Julian Alvarez's pass at the edge of the box. ...
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Chelsea Holds Initial Discussions With Representatives of Osimhen
13Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Chelsea Holds Initial Discussions With Representatives of Osimhen

Negotiations have commenced between Chelsea and both Napoli and Victor Osimhen's representatives. Chelsea is reported to be cautious about not "overpaying," aiming to steer clear of potential FFP penalties, as shared by PUNCH Sports Extra. The upcoming meeting is intended to determine Chelsea's willingness to meet Osimhen's release clause, in light of a reported offer from Paris Saint-Germain. Despite splurging over £400m last summer to support manager Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea is bracing for potentially harsher consequences, with financial expert Stefan Borson forecasting severe sanctions akin to those faced by Nottingham Forest and Everton if breaches are found. Regarded as one of Serie A's most lethal forwards in recent times, Osimhen is presently valued at...
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Napoli’s Victor Osimhen Reaches Career Milestone with 111th Club Goal
8Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Napoli’s Victor Osimhen Reaches Career Milestone with 111th Club Goal

Brace for Onyedika in Belgium, Odey's Fourth Goal, and Assists from Dessers and Collins in the UK Victor Osimhen's scoring streak with Napoli in Serie A continued as he netted his 111th career goal. On the other hand, Raphael Onyedika scored twice and Stephen Odey broke his 10-game goalless run, as reported by Abiodun Adewale. SUNDAY England OLA AINA (NOTTINGHAM FOREST) Aina made his second start for Forest against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday after recovering from an injury. However, Forest suffered a 3-1 defeat against the Top 4 chasing Spurs. Aina’s teammate, Taiwo Awoniyi, remains sidelined due to injury as Forest battles for survival in the EPL. Following this loss, they are just on goal difference away from safety, holding 25 points after 32 games. ITA...
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Joe Kinnear, Former Newcastle Manager, Passes Away at 77
7Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Joe Kinnear, Former Newcastle Manager, Passes Away at 77

At the age of 77, Joe Kinnear, the former manager of Newcastle and Nottingham Forest, has passed away as confirmed by his family on Sunday. Kinnear, a Republic of Ireland defender, who was a prominent figure for Tottenham in the 1960s and ’70s, was diagnosed with dementia in 2015. Having achieved success with Tottenham, he transitioned into a managerial role with various Premier League teams, earning respect in the footballing world. A statement released by his family said, “We are saddened to announce that Joe passed away peacefully this afternoon surrounded by his family.” The AFC Wimbledon praised Kinnear's legacy, describing him as a "true legend of the club" for his seven-year tenure with the Dons, which included receiving the LMA Manager of the Year award in 1994 and securi...
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The Top Spot in Premier League: Arsenal Takes It Back as Man City Cruises
6Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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The Top Spot in Premier League: Arsenal Takes It Back as Man City Cruises

Arsenal moved ahead of Liverpool to claim the top spot in the Premier League after a 3-0 victory against Brighton. Meanwhile, Kevin De Bruyne's two goals secured a win for Manchester City against Crystal Palace. Scoring from Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz, and Leandro Trossard pushed Arsenal to 71 points, edging Liverpool by one point. City, the defending champions, are also tied with Liverpool at 70 points. Liverpool is set to face Manchester United at Old Trafford, adding more excitement to the tight title race involving the three teams. Under Mikel Arteta's management, Arsenal has displayed dominance, winning 10 of their last 11 league games. They took the lead with a penalty after Tariq Lamptey fouled Gabriel Jesus, allowing Saka to score in the 33rd minute. Arsen...
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Liverpool and Manchester United Set for Title Showdown as Top Four Race Intensifies
5Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Liverpool and Manchester United Set for Title Showdown as Top Four Race Intensifies

In a thrilling title race, Arsenal and Manchester City are banking on a potential stumble from Liverpool, while the battle for the top four and the fight for survival from relegation are also heating up. Here are three key talking points ahead of this weekend's action: - Liverpool's Focus on Victory - Despite the disappointment of their FA Cup defeat against Manchester United, Liverpool's Alex Mac-Allister and his teammates are not looking for revenge as they prepare to face their rivals again. Jurgen Klopp's side is determined to bounce back and challenge for their 20th top-flight title, with Mac-Allister emphasizing the importance of winning every game to achieve their goals. Elsewhere, Arsenal and Manchester City will be looking to maintain their pressure on Liverpool by securing vi...
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