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Husband of slain Kenyan runner Tirop arrested over wife’s murder
Husband of slain Kenyan runner Agnes Tirop, Ibrahim Rotich, has been arrested over the murder of the record-breaking runner who was stabbed to death in an incident that has shocked her home country and the world of athletics. The Department of Criminal Investigations revealed that Rotich was arrested on Thursday evening in Mombasa county while…
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Paraguay sack coach Berizzo after World Cup qualifier loss to Bolivia
Paraguay have sacked their Argentine coach Eduardo Berizzo after they were thrashed 4-0 in a World Cup qualifier by Bolivia. The defeat on Thursday left Paraguay eighth in the CONMEBOL qualification pool for next year’s finals in Qatar, with only the first four qualifying automatically. “In the days to come we will release details of our…
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La Liga: Aguero doubtful as Barcelona host Valencia
Ronald Koeman said his players will benefit from knowing he is staying on as Barcelona coach and his theory will be tested by a pivotal week that starts when they host Valencia on Sunday. After Valencia, Barca face Dynamo Kiev in the Champions League on Wednesday before hosting Real Madrid in the first Clasico of…
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Akeredolu backs constitutional roles for traditional rulers
Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, has advocated for constitutional roles for traditional rulers in the country in view of their contribution to peacebuilding. Akeredolu, represented by his Chief of Staff, Chief Olugbenga Ale, made the call during the fourth birthday symposium of the Ooni of Ile-Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi. ”As a result of the…
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Again, PDP extends sale of forms for Ekiti gov election
The Peoples Democratic Party has further extended the closing date for the sale of nomination forms for the Ekiti State governorship election. The party had earlier slated October 14, 2021, as the closing date for the sale of forms. However, a statement by the National Publicity Secretary, Kola Ologbondiyan, revealed October 22, 2021, as the…
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Take vaccine or present negative COVID-19 result, FG tells civil servants
The Federal Government has informed federal civil servants that they either get the COVID-19 vaccine or present a negative test result. On Wednesday, PUNCH Online reported that the FG had mandated all civil servants to get the vaccine or else they would not be allowed to enter offices. The Executive Director, National Primary Health Care…
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Expect thunderstorms across Nigeria Friday to Sunday — NiMet
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has predicted sunshine and thunderstorms from Friday to Sunday. NiMet’s weather outlook released on Thursday in Abuja predicted sunny skies to prevail over the northern region on Friday with chances of isolated thunderstorms over parts of Taraba during the morning hours. According to the weather agency, isolated thunderstorms are anticipated in…
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NPA to support digital revolution of African ports
The Nigerian Ports Authority has been working steadily to digitalise operations at all port locations in the country, towards optimal efficiency, elimination of corrupt practices and service excellence. The Acting Managing Director of the NPA, Mr Mohammed Bello-Koko, disclosed this in a statement signed by Mr Olaseni Alakija, NPA General Manager Corporate and Strategic Communications,…
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Wilder breaks silence after defeat, thanks Fury for ‘great historical memories’
American professional boxer, Deontay Wilder has finally broken his silence after losing to Tyson Fury during their WBC heavyweight title showdown in Las Vegas over the weekend. In a message posted on his verified Instagram page, the boxer stated that although he is unhappy that he lost the fight, he learnt some lessons from the…
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‘I feel better, ready to play again’, says Pele after surgery
Football great Pele said on Thursday he is feeling “better” and joked that he can’t wait to get back to playing the beautiful game, just two weeks after leaving hospital following surgery on a colon tumor. The 80-year-old spent a month in a Sao Paulo hospital recovering from his operation, while also receiving chemotherapy. “Thanks…
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