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Rivers governor swears in new special advisers, permanent secretary
Gov. Nyesom Wike on Friday swore-in the Special Adviser on Real Madrid Academy, Christopher Green and the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Lands, Mr Alozie Nwala in Port Harcourt.
Reps committee on maritime safety commends maritime academy rector for saving institution
House of Representatives Committee on Maritime Safety, Education and Administration has commended the Rector of Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN), Commodore Emmanuel Effedua for turning round the fortunes of the academy within a short period.
Oscars disqualify Nigerian film ‘Lion Heart’ over English dialogue
The Oscars Award Academy has disqualified Nigeria’s ‘Lionheart’ from the Oscar race in the Best International Feature Film category.
Genevieve Nnaji reacts as Oscar disqualifies ‘Lionheart’
The Oscar Academy has disqualified Nigeria’s “Lionheart” from the race in the Best International Feature Film category
‘Neymar syndrome’ blamed for former Barcelona prodigy wanting out of Paris
Xavi Simons is a highly rated 16-year-old midfielder who joined Paris Saint-Germain in July of 2019 from FC Barcelona’s famed La Masia academy per the club’s official website.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: Anthony Martial key to unlocking Marcus Rashford’s goal scoring touch
Manchester United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, has credited Anthony Martial with helping fellow forward, Marcus Rashford, to rediscover his goal-scoring form and confidence in recent matches.
Governor Wike: We’ve received over 1,500 applications for admission into Real Madrid Academy
Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike says that the Real Madrid Academy in Port Harcourt has already received over 1,500 applications for admission from across the country.
Takefusa Kubo reveals why he rejected Barcelona return
Real Madrid wonderkid Takefusa Kubo has explained why he chose to sign for Los Blancos rather than make a return to Barcelona.
Mason Greenwood signs long term contract with Manchester United
Greenwood became United’s youngest ever starter in the Premier League era against Cardiff last season and has played an increased role under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer this campaign.
Police Academy begins screening of 7th Regular Cadets October 24
The Kaduna State Police Command, said the Police Academy Wudil will begin the screening of candidates for the 7th Regular Course on Oct. 24.
Nobel Committee member defends Peter Handke pick
A member of the committee which selects the winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature defended Friday the controversial decision to give the award to Austrian author Peter Handke.
West Ham’s Angelo Ogbonna wary of Alex Iwobi and other Everton forwards
West Ham defender Angelo Ogbonna says Alex Iwobi is one of the players the hammers must keep their eyes on if they are to leave Goodison park unhurt in Saturday’s Premier League clash.
Chelsea coach Frank Lampard keen on recalling Victor Moses in January
Chelsea coach Frank Lampard is reportedly keen on recalling former Super Eagles winger Victor Moses from Fenerbahce in the January transfer window.
Nobel season wraps up, Economics prize to be announced today
This year’s Nobel season has only honoured one woman — Polish writer Olga Tokarczuk in Literature — with just one prize left to be announced on Monday: the Economics Prize, which has only once gone to a woman in its 50 years of existence.
Olga Tokarczuk, Peter Handke win Nobel Prize in Literature
Polish writer Olga Tokarczuk on Thursday won the 2018 Nobel Prize in Literature, which was delayed over a sexual harassment scandal, while Austrian novelist and playwright Peter Handke took the 2019 award, the Swedish Academy said.
Real Madrid identify Tammy Abraham as Harry Kane alternative
Real Madrid have pinpointed Tammy Abraham as a cheaper option to Harry Kane ahead of the next summer transfer window.
Commandant: NDA has recorded 85 successful researches
The Commandant, Nigeria Defence Academy, Major General Adeniyi Oyebade, said on Thursday that the institution has recorded 85 successful research engagements that have added value to national security and development.
Maritime academy still best in Nigeria – rector
The Rector, Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN), Commodore Emmanuel Effedua (retd), has revealed that despite the myriad of challenges facing the institution, it remains the best institution to train maritime personnel in Nigeria today.
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Ekiti government to reconstruct Ado township roads
Ekiti State governor, Kayode Fayemi, at the weekend said his administration would soon begin the reconstruction of Ado township roads many of which have become deplorable as a result of lack of maintenance in the last four years.
APC: Governor Abiodun’s appeal court victory, true reflection of people’s wishes
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State, has described the victory of the state governor, Dapo Abiodun, at the Appeal Court as a true reflection of the overwhelming wishes of Ogun people, freely expressed in the March 9 governorship election.
Anti-Ebola radio station closes down after broadcaster’s murder
A local radio station that has been involved in the fight against Ebola in eastern DR Congo said Monday it was closing down after one of its broadcasters was murdered.
Bayelsa guber: NGO preaches against violence, vote buying
Coalition for Development and Democracy in Bayelsa (CDDB), a Non-Governmental Organisation, has admonished political parties to refrain from violence or monetary inducement in the Nov. 16 governorship election in the state.
Aisha Buhari counsels parents on moral upbringing of children
The First Lady, Aisha Buhari, has challenged parents to take charge of their families by ensuring good moral upbringing of children so as to minimise crime in the society.
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West Africa power investment to gulp $36 billion – minister
The Federal Government yesterday said that the investment requirement for power in the West African sub-region is over $36.4 billion.
#RevolutionNow: Omoyele Sowore, Olawale Bakare’s trial suffers set back
The trial of the convener of #RevolutionNow protest, Mr. Omoyele Sowore, and his co-defendant, Olawale Bakare, suffered a set back Wednesday with an order of court directing the prosecution to serve the video exhibits and statement of it’s witnesses on them.
45 million people at risk of food, water shortages in southern Africa
About 45 million people in Southern Africa are at risk of food and water shortages due to “the effects of changing weather conditions,” Evangelical Christian Aid Organisation World Vision on Friday said.
Super Eagles stars to play under new manager in Spanish La Liga
Super Eagles pair Kenneth Omeruo and Chidozie Awaziem will play under a new manager at La Liga side Leganes.
NPA boss pledges effective service delivery in ports
The Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Ms Hadiza Bala-Usman, has given an assurance of the agency’s determination to ensure effective service delivery in all Nigerian ports.