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CCTV cameras were switched off before abduction of Kogi varsity students – Gov Ododo
Gov. Usman Ododo of Kogi State on Saturday expressed dismay that all the CCTV cameras were switched off before the abduction of students of Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTEC), Osara, Kogi. The governor disclosed this when he visited the university campus for an assessment of the security situation in the wake of the
Serie A: Osimhen fires blank as Napoli lose again
Bologna took a huge step towards Champions League qualification on Saturday after winning 2-0 at dejected Napoli, whose miserable season as Serie A titleholders nears its end. Early headers from Dan Ndoye and Stefan Posch were enough for Thiago Motta’s Bologna to move third, above Juventus, and go seven points ahead of sixth-placed Roma, with
Thieves steal car with 3-year-old boy in Ogun
Suspected thieves have reportedly stolen a car conveying a three-year-old boy in Ikenne, Ogun State. It was gathered that the boy’s father, Taiwo Fayobi, had alighted from the car to open the gate only for the hoodlums to hijack the vehicle and zoomed off. Police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident on her X handle
Tijanni Babangida’s son dies as wife loses eye in accident
There appears to be no respite for former Nigerian international, Tijjani Babangida, as his son who is about a year old has died from injuries he sustained in the fatal road accident that claimed the life of his father’s brother, Ibrahim Babangida. On Thursday, April 10, 2024, the 1996 Atlanta Olympics gold medallist, his wife,
Marry your friend to avoid marital problems – Speaker Abbas
Speaker of the House of Representatives of Nigeria, Tajudeen Abbas, has advised Nigerian youths to get married to their friends in order to avoid marital troubles. He gave this advice in Abuja on Saturday at the launching of the book titled “Called to be Chosen and glorified God’s Vessels” written by late Maureen Mimidoo Tarka
Gov’t resumes removal of ‘illegal structures’ in Lagos Island markets
The Lagos State Government has resumed the removal of illegal extensions in Lagos Island markets. The state Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, who disclosed this on Saturday, said the exercise was to ensure safety, orderliness and free flow of traffic. Following the fire outbreak that occurred at Dosunmu (Idumota) market in April,
Prince Harry plays volleyball with veterans in Nigeria
On a three-day visit to Nigeria to promote his Invictus Games, Prince Harry on Saturday played a seated volleyball match with army veterans, most wounded in battle against the country’s Islamist insurgency. The Duke of Sussex arrived with his wife Meghan on Friday in the capital Abuja where they visited a school for an event
Burnley relegated from Premier League after loss at Spurs
Burnley were relegated from the Premier League after a 2-1 defeat against Tottenham on Saturday. Vincent Kompany’s side needed a victory in north London to have any chance of taking their survival bid to the last day of the season. Inside Nasarawa ‘dreadful’ mining camps EFCC: Only Naira transactions should be made At Foreign Embassies
More than 300 dead in Afghanistan flash floods – WFP
More than 300 people were killed in flash floods that ripped through multiple Afghan provinces, the World Food Programme (WFP) said on Saturday, as authorities declared a state of emergency and rushed to rescue the injured. Heavy rains on Friday sent roaring rivers of water and mud crashing through villages and across agricultural land in
Man City sinks Iwobi’s Fulham to go top of Premier League
Manchester City swept to the top of the Premier League as Josko Gvardiol’s double inspired a vital 4-0 victory against Alex Iwobi’s Fulham on Saturday. Pep Guardiola’s side are two wins away from lifting an unprecedented fourth successive English title after a commanding display at Craven Cottage. Gvardiol put City ahead early on before Phil
U-17 WWCQ: Burkina Faso hold Flamingos in Bamako
Nigeria’s Flamingos were held to a 1-1 draw by Burkina Faso in the first leg of their FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifying tie in Bamako on Saturday. Bankole Olowookere’s side took the lead through Chidi Harmony 10 minutes after the break. Rainata Oubda equalised for the home team five minutes from time. The two
U-17 WWCQ: Burkina Faso hold Flamingos in Bamako
EPL: ‘Worst move’ – Don Hutchinson advises Chelsea target not to join Man Utd
Former Liverpool star Don Hutchinson has urged Chelsea target Michael Olise to snub a move to Manchester United this summer. Olise has been linked with the likes of Chelsea and Man United in recent weeks. However, Hutchinson believes Olise would struggle to adapt at Old Trafford, adding that it would be better for him to
EPL: ‘Worst move’ – Don Hutchinson advises Chelsea target not to join Man Utd
EPL: Tottenham will have a crack – Postecoglou warns Man City
Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou has insisted his team will “have a crack” when they play Manchester City on Tuesday. A positive Spurs result against City could hand Arsenal the Premier League title. Pep Guardiola’s men are two wins away from a record fourth successive Premier League title following a 4-0 win at Fulham on
EPL: Tottenham will have a crack – Postecoglou warns Man City
EPL: Arsenal’s Saka snubs Emirates, names favourite stadium
Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka has named Old Trafford as ‘definitely his favourite Stadium to play in,’ snubbing the Emirates. The England international spoke ahead of Arsenal’s Premier League clash with Manchester United on Sunday. Speaking to Sky Sports, Saka explained how he grew up watching games at Old Trafford. “Growing up I watched football because
EPL: Arsenal’s Saka snubs Emirates, names favourite stadium
Zamfara APC dismisses sack of chairman, Danfulani, by Ward EXCO
The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has dismissed the sack of its chairman, Hon. Tukur Umar Danfulani by executives of the Galadima Ward of Gusau LGA. This was contained in a statement issued by the State Publicity Secretary of the Party, Mallam Yusuf Idris Gusau. The statement described reports of Danfulani’s
Zamfara APC dismisses sack of chairman, Danfulani, by Ward EXCO
Ekiti public officials warned against wilful, careless damage of govt properties
Ekiti State public officials have been warned that careless or wilful damage of public properties would no longer be tolerated. The public officials were equally urged to take proper care of office furniture/equipment, vehicles and other government assets in their care, The Director General of the Ekiti State Office of Transformation and Service Delivery, Dr.
Ekiti public officials warned against wilful, careless damage of govt properties
Zamfara State rejects Nigerian Govt’s planned Peace Accord with bandits
The Zamfara State Government has dissociated itself from plans by some individuals, claiming to be the agents of the Federal Government, to negotiate with bandits in a bid to address lingering security challenges in the state. The State Government noted that some group of people are claiming to have been assigned by the Federal Government
Zamfara State rejects Nigerian Govt’s planned Peace Accord with bandits
Thieves drive away car with 3-year-old inside as father leaves engine running to open gate
A vehicle, with a three years old boy inside, has been stolen in Ogun State. The Toyota Camry car, with registration number PKA 446GV, belongs to one Taiwo Fayobi. The incident occurred in Ikenne Local Government Area of Ogun State. Confirming the incident, Police spokesman Omolola Odutola, in a post on her X handle, explained
Thieves drive away car with 3-year-old inside as father leaves engine running to open gate
EPL: Roy Keane urges Ten Hag to drop Man Utd star
Former Manchester United star, Roy Keane has urged manager Erik ten Hag to drop Casemiro if the Brazilian was required to fill in at center-back again for the Red Devils. Keane believes the Brazilian was not good enough for the role and that it should be Aaron Wan-Bissaka or a youth player in the heart
EPL: Roy Keane urges Ten Hag to drop Man Utd star
Woman arrested for trafficking Ogun student to Libya
A middle aged woman, Abike Olonade, has been arrested for allegedly trafficking a 16 year old student to Libya. DAILY POST reports that the victim whose name has been kept under wrap is a student of Adeoye Lambo Secondary School in Obada Oko, Ogun State. Police spokesman, Omolola Odutola confirmed the arrest in a statement
Woman arrested for trafficking Ogun student to Libya
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