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Funnybone, wife welcome first child
Nigerian funnyman, Stanley Chibuna, fondly known as Funnybone is in a celebratory mood as he has welcomed a baby with his wife. The comedian took to his official Instagram account to make the announcement. Thanking God for the addition to his family for the successful delivery of his baby boy. The 37-year-old comedian-turned-actor appreciated God
Flood looms in 8 states as Lagdo dam releases water
Director General, National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mustapha Habib Ahmed, has said that the recent release of water from the Cameroon Lagdo dam will cause more flood disasters downstream Nigerian states. The states to be affected are Taraba, Benue, Nasarawa, Kogi, Anambra, Edo, Delta and Bayelsa, with Adamawa already affected. Speaking on Saturday in Abuja
Chelsea hit four past Burnley to ignite Champions League ambition
Chelsea equalled their biggest win of the season as they came from behind to beat Burnley 4-1 at Turf Moor. The home side made an excellent start, going ahead in the 15th minute through Wilson Odobert, who at the age of 18 years and 313 days became their youngest-ever goalscorer. Lyle Foster played a big
Gabon’s military ruler appoints new parliament
Gabon’s coup leader General Brice Oligui Nguema on Saturday appointed members of a new national assembly and senate for a transitional period ahead of promised elections on an unknown date. Military and police chiefs joined forces on August 30 to carry out a bloodless coup widely backed by politicians, civil society and the public in
McTominay’s magic as Man United roar back to winning ways
Manchester United produced an incredible late turnaround to beat Brentford 2-1 thanks to two stoppage-time goals from super sub Scott McTominay. The midfielder was brought on by Erik ten Hag in the 87th minute, with the hosts trailing 1-0 and heading for a third home Premier League defeat in a row. McTominay repaid the faith
JUST IN: NNPP reclaims Kano reps seat at Appeal Court
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has reclaimed Tarauni Federal Constituency seat at the Court of Appeal. Daily Trust reports that the National and State Assembly Elections Petitions Tribunal in Kano had sacked the member representing Tarauni Federal Constituency, Mukhtar Umar Yarima, over certificate forgery and handed the seat to Hafizu Kawu. The three-man panel
Tribunal requested us to withdraw from Kano guber appeal – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has opened up on the issues surrounding the letter in circulation signifying the commission stand not to participate in the appeal against the Kano Governorship Election Petition Tribunal judgement sacking Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). The Head of legal Department in Kano, Barrister
FG suspends N-Power programme indefinitely
The Federal Government has suspended the N-Power programme indefinitely. It said the decision was a result of some irregularities within the scheme, noting that an investigation has been launched into the utilization of funds since the program began. Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, who made the announcement while featuring on a
FG to reconstitute varsities’ governing councils – Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that the federal government will soon reconstitute the governing boards of federal universities to reinvigorate them. Tinubu said this on Saturday at the 27th Convocation Ceremony, of the University of Abuja. Represented by the Minister of Special Duties and Inter-governmental Affairs, Hon. Zaphaniah Jisalo, Tinubu said that the incoming
‘You can’t suspend me,’ Ex-Bayelsa gov’ship aspirant dares APC
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant during the last year’s primaries of the party in Bayelsa State, Barr. Festus Daumiebi Sunday, has said that the ongoing plans by some members of the party in the state to suspend him is an ‘exercise in futility’. Daumiebi, who said he remained a committed member of the
‘We are not under pressure to defend NPFL title’ — Enyimba coach, Finidi George
Enyimba head coach, Finidi George, says his team won’t put too much pressure on themselves as they look to defend the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, title. The nine-time NPFL champions will begin their campaign against Gombe United on Sunday. The match is billed for the Pantami Stadium. Finidi stressed that the team won’t be
‘We are not under pressure to defend NPFL title’ — Enyimba coach, Finidi George
Appeal Court dismisses Taraba Assembly former Deputy Speaker’s petition
The Appeal Court on Saturday put to rest the legal battle between the member representing Yorro Constituency in the Taraba State House of Assembly, Kassong Joseph, and the former Deputy Speaker, Mohammed Danladi Gwampo. The duo have been at loggerheads following the election of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, candidate, Joseph, as the member representing
Appeal Court dismisses Taraba Assembly former Deputy Speaker’s petition
‘We’re being governed by the worst amongst us’ – Oby Ezekwesili
Dr Obiageli Ezekwesili, a former Minister of Education, says Africa can become the greatest continent in the 21st century if citizens unite to change its leadership system. Ezekwesili said this at the third 2023 graduation ceremony of the School of Politics, Policy and Governance (SPPG) on Saturday in Abuja. She said it was generally accepted
‘We’re being governed by the worst amongst us’ – Oby Ezekwesili
Appeal Court reverses sack of Kano NNPP House of Reps member, Zakari
The Court of Appeal has set aside the judgement of the National and State Houses of Assembly Election Petition Tribunal which voided the election of Umar Mukhtari Zakari, the candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), for Tarauni Federal Constituency, Kano State. A three-member panel of the court, in a judgment on Saturday in
Appeal Court reverses sack of Kano NNPP House of Reps member, Zakari
Kano guber tribunal: INEC reprimands officer who issued appeal withdrawal letter
The Independent Electoral Commission, INEC, has reprimanded its Kano State Legal Officer who issued a withdrawal letter in the appeal against the judgement of the Governorship Election Petition Tribunal. The National Commissioner and Chairman Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, said in a statement that the letter was not authorized and has since been withdrawn. He
Kano guber tribunal: INEC reprimands officer who issued appeal withdrawal letter
‘We are owed 18 months salaries’ – Taraba teachers cry out
The leadership of the Taraba State chapter of the Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) has debunked the rumour making the rounds that teachers in the state are not owed any dime by the state government. Debunking the rumour through its state chairman, Nathan Solomom, the union said 18 months salary arrears owned by the Taraba
‘We are owed 18 months salaries’ – Taraba teachers cry out
EPL: Arteta speaks on need for new striker ahead Arsenal vs Man City clash
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has claimed the club will not sign a new striker in January. This comes amid speculations linking the Gunners with a move for Brentford’s Ivan Toney. In the summer, Arteta allowed Folarin Balogun to join Monaco, leaving just Eddie Nketiah and Gabriel Jesus as the senior strikers in his squad. Nketiah
EPL: Arteta speaks on need for new striker ahead Arsenal vs Man City clash
Awoniyi out of Super Eagles friendlies against Saudi Arabia, Mozambique
Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi will play no part in Nigeria’s upcoming friendlies against Saudi Arabia and Mozambique due to injury. Awoniyi suffered a groin injury in training with his club this week which could see him sidelined for up to a month. Forest manager Steve Cooper confirmed the forward’s injury ahead of his side’s
Awoniyi out of Super Eagles friendlies against Saudi Arabia, Mozambique
Mourinho given one match to save his Roma job
Jose Mourinho could be sacked as Roma manager if they lose their Serie A clash against Cagliari on Sunday. The former Manchester United and Chelsea boss is into his third season at Roma. Mourinho has guided the team to back-to-back sixth-placed finishes in the league as well as a Europa League final and victory in
Mourinho given one match to save his Roma job
EPL: Nedum Onuoha names Man City player that will struggle against Arsenal
Former Manchester City defender, Nedum Onuoha, has claimed Mateo Kovacic will struggle in the club’s Premier League clash at Arsenal on Sunday. Kovacic is likely to start the game at the Emirates with Rodri serving a three-game ban. Onuoha feels the Croatian is not used to playing as the deepest midfielder. He said: “I think
EPL: Nedum Onuoha names Man City player that will struggle against Arsenal
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