Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Sunday 8th October 2023
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Arsenal beat Man City in Premier League for first time since 2015
Arsenal ended their eight-year wait for a Premier League win over Manchester City as Gabriel Martinelli’s late strike sealed a dramatic 1-0 victory against the champions on Sunday. After 12 successive league defeats at the hands of Pep Guardiola’s men, the Gunners enjoyed a moment of sweet redemption at the Emirates Stadium. With just four
Don’t follow strangers, hold on to trusted leaders, Tinubu, APC govs tell Kogi voters
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged the people of Kogi state to align with the ruling party in the centre for continuity and consolidation. The president, who was represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, disclosed this during the official flag off of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship campaign rally in Lokoja, Kogi State, on Sunday.
AY apologises to Davido over ‘insulting’ joke about singer
Iconic Nigerian comedian and filmmaker, Ayo Makun simply known as AY, has apologised to his colleague in the entertainment industry, David Adeleke popularly known as Davido over his comment at a recent comedy show in Warri, Delta State. During the show, AY mentioned that he had been trying to have children for years despite the
Lagos demolishes illegal shanties, marks market for demolition
Officials of the Lagos State Taskforce have demolished shanty houses at the popular Jibowu area of Yaba and impounded 35 vehicles allegedly parked on the road. It said the shanties and the vehicles were causing major obstruction on the Jibowu corridor of Yaba axis. The Operation which took place at night was coordinated by the
Insecurity: I won’t let Nigerians down, Defence Chief vows
Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, has vowed not to let Nigerians and President Bola Tinubu down, in his determination to bring the lasting peace to the country by fighting the insecurity to a standstill. Musa also reaffirmed to uphold the ideals and principles guiding the Armed Forces of Nigeria, while urging troops that
‘You Goofed’, Ex-Minister Dalung Accuses Tinubu Of Falling Into Trap Of Subsidy Racketeers
By Muslim Muhammad Yusuf Former Minister of Sports and Youth, Solomon Dalung, has accused President Bola Tinubu of falling prey to fuel subsidy criminals. Dalung said this in a recent interview with Trust Radio, while giving a review of the current administration. “He goofed full-time by playing into the hands of subsidy racketeers, by making
I needed money to marry a new wife, says arrested 67-year-old ‘cocaine dealer’
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 67-year-old drug trafficker, Chukwuemeka Clement, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA), Abuja for ingesting 100 wraps of cocaine. The suspect said he ventured into the criminal enterprise to raise enough money to marry a new wife and start life afresh after wasting
NFF backs Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup Bid
In a surprising development that could potentially reshape the international football, the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has dropped hints that it may back Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup. This was contained in statement appeared on the Nigeria’s football body official website while congratulating Government and people of the Kingdom of
Gov’ship polls: INEC lament violence among party supporters in Bayelsa, Imo, Kogi
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has expressed its concern over the spate of insecurity and violence, including clashes among supporters of political parties and candidates in the forthcoming Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi states governorship elections. National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee of INEC, Mr Sam Olumekun said this on Sunday in Abuja
I can’t do anything for a girl who brings nothing to the table – Osimhen
Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen, has said he cannot provide for a lady who has nothing to offer in the relationship. In an interview with YouTuber Korty on Flow, Osimhen spoke his mind on a wide range of issues, including relatiosnhip. Amid club troubles, Osimhen scores again as Napoli thrash Leece Filthy environment: Lagos in market
EPL: Why Man City lost 1-0 to Arsenal – Guardiola
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has said Arsenal needed “one deflection” to defeat them 1-0 on Sunday. Substitute Gabriel Martinelli grabbed the only goal of the game in the 86th minute. Martinelli’s shot came off Nathan Ake, wrongfooting Ederson in the City goal. It is Arsenal’s first win over the Premier League champions in 12
EPL: Why Man City lost 1-0 to Arsenal – Guardiola
Off-season elections: INEC must avoid past errors – Sam Amadi
Ahead of the forthcoming off-cycle gubernatorial elections in Imo, Bayelsa, and Kogi states, the Director of the Abuja School of Political Thoughts, Dr Sam Amadi, has tasked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to correct the inadequacies and lack of due diligence witnessed during the 2023 general election to avoid more crises in the states.
Off-season elections: INEC must avoid past errors – Sam Amadi
Gunmen target pastor, kill his son in Delta community
Gunmen have reportedly shot to death a young man identified as Christopher Nicholas. The incident occurred at his father’s compound along the Oviri-Ogor/Edjekota road in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. DAILY POST learnt that the gunmen had shot at Pastor Nicholas Omoroka in front of his house. The cleric, who had just
Gunmen target pastor, kill his son in Delta community
Ogunbote defends players despite Shooting Stars’ defeat to Bendel Insurance
Shooting Stars head coach Gbenga Ogunbote has defended his players following their defeat against Bendel Insurance. The Oluyole Warriors suffered a 2-0 away defeat against Bendel Insurance at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium on Saturday. Ogunbote said his team has moved on from the defeat as they gear up for the next league match. Shooting Stars
Ogunbote defends players despite Shooting Stars’ defeat to Bendel Insurance
Revive state tournaments – FA urges Imo Sports Commissioner
The chairman of the Imo Football Association, Ifeanyi Dike, has called on the state government to revive state tournaments to foster unity and the discovery of talents. The FA chairman made the call when he paid a courtesy visit to Emeka Okoronkwo, Imo State Commissioner for Sports, Youth, and Social Development. He urged the commissioner
Revive state tournaments – FA urges Imo Sports Commissioner
EPL table: Arsenal move to second place after defeating Man City 1-0
Arsenal on Sunday defeated Manchester City 1-0 during both teams’ Premier League tie. A late goal from Gabriel Martinelli ensured Mikel Arteta’s side defeated Manchester City at Emirates Stadium. The victory over Man City means Arsenal are now in second place on the Premier League table, two points ahead of Pep Guardiola’s side, who are
EPL table: Arsenal move to second place after defeating Man City 1-0
No mass defection in our party – Bauchi NNPP
The Bauchi State chapter of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has reacted to a statement credited to the governorship candidate of the party in the 2023 elections, Senator Halliru Dauda Jika, that all NNPP executive members in the state are dumping the party to join the All Progressive Congress (APC). Jika reportedly made the
No mass defection in our party – Bauchi NNPP
EPL: Arsenal’s Oleksandr Zinchenko responds to criticism from Keown, Owen
Arsenal ace Oleksandr Zinchenko has responded to criticism after former Premier League stars Martin Keown and Michael Owen slammed him. Both Keown and Owen had singled out Zinchenko for blame following Arsenal’s recent UEFA Champions League defeat to RC Lens, with the latter describing him as “sluggish.” However, when asked how he deals with criticism
EPL: Arsenal’s Oleksandr Zinchenko responds to criticism from Keown, Owen
NNPP crisis: Peace committee recommends apology to party’s founder
The National Peace Committee of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has charged the National Working Committee (NWC) to withdraw its expulsion order on the party’s founder, Dr Boniface Aniebonam. The committee also recommended that the NWC write a letter of apology to Aniebonam for the obvious act of indiscretion inherent in the expulsion order.
NNPP crisis: Peace committee recommends apology to party’s founder
Plans are ongoing to dredge Niger, Benue rivers – Minister
The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof Joseph Utsev, disclosed at the weekend that plans are underway to resume the dredging of the Niger and Benue rivers. He said the project will change the entire economic corridor of Niger and Benue states as well as combat flooding in the area. Prof Utsev added that
Plans are ongoing to dredge Niger, Benue rivers – Minister
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