The Nation Newspaper Today Headline Friday 16th April 2021
The Nation Newspaper Today Headline and news Dailies Update on current affairs happening now in Nigeria today 16/04/21
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By Femi Adesina A quiet revolution took off on April 8, 2021, by 11.05 am. It was unheralded, without ostentation, almost unsung. But it was something that would have great impact not only on today, but also on tomorrow, and the future. On the date in question, a train took off from Warri, headed to
Aminat Idrees: Chukwumerije offers expert views
Despite criticisms that trailed the participation of eight-month pregnant Aminat Idrees at the 20th National Sports Festival Edo 2020, the Technical Director of the Nigeria Taekwondo Federation Chika Chukwumerije has given her a clean bill, adding the athlete did not infringe on any World Taekwondo (WT) competition rules. The Olympian said the World Taekwondo Medical
Fresh fears over Tokyo Olympics
The Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games should be cancelled if the coronavirus pandemic makes it impossible to host them safely, a senior member of the Japanese government has said. Toshihiro Nikai, part of the country’s ruling Liberal Democratic party, raised the possibility of the Games being abandoned less than 100 days before the scheduled July
Zidane wary of Chelsea in UCL semis
Zinedine Zidane has warned his Real Madrid side they cannot afford to be distracted by the prospect of facing Chelsea in the Champions League semi- finals while their La Liga fate hangs in the balance. The Spanish champions put the seal on a thoroughly satisfying week by advancing to the last four of a competition
Golf-freak Obaseki vows to maintain Edo 2020 facilities
One of the highlights of the just concluded 20th National Sports Festival that would continue to resonate in the days ahead is the golf tournament, a game where Governor Godwin Obaseki and his deputy, Rt Hon. Philip Shaibu featured. They demonstrated their skills as the governor did not only tee-off at the tournament which was
NDDC to involve monarchs, host communities, others in budgeting processes
By Bassey Anthony, Uyo The Niger Delta Development Commission(NDDC) has said its budgeting processes would henceforth be people-friendly as it intends to accommodate inputs and involvement from all relevant community stakeholders. According to the commission, Niger Delta Governors, traditional rulers, host communities, youth leaders, women groups etc would now make inputs into the NDDC budget
Pillars’ coach Musa targets NPFL title
Though Coach Ibrahim Musa has spent nearly two decades with four-time Nigeria Professional Football League(NPFL) champions, Kano Pillars , he reckons his joy would know no bound if he can lead the self-styled Sai Masu Gida to the title as the substantive coach, reports Taofeek Babalola. Kano Pillars Head Coach Ibrahim Musa is undoubtedly one
Okowa congratulates victorious Team Delta
Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta has congratulated the state’s contingent to the just-concluded 20th National Sports Festival (NSF) in Edo, for emerging overall winners at the games. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Olisa Ifeajika, the governor commended the contingent for its outstanding performance and for sustaining the state’s winning streak at the
Established stars set for glory again
How ready are the biggest stars for the rescheduled Tokyo Olympics, which will finally begin in July, a year later than planned after the COVID-19 pandemic forced their postponement? The delay has tested the preparations of multiple medal winners, forcing them to adapt their training and depriving them of high-level competition. Here’s a look at
Akinsehinde recalls best moments with Imenger
By Taofeek Babalola Former Nigeria international Akin Akinsehinde has described late Barnabas Imenger as a utility player any coach would have loved to work with. Imenger, the former Lobi Stars Team manager died on the 22nd March, 2021 at the age of 48 after a protected illness and was laid to rest in his home
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