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US sets record with over one million virus tests in a day
The United States set a one-day record with over 1 million coronavirus diagnostic tests being performed, but the country needs 6 million to 10 million a day to bring outbreaks under control, according to various experts.
NIDCOM chief hails Ernest Ezeajughi’s re-election as UK council mayor, Efe Ajagba’s US boxing...
Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has congratulated Nigerian-born scientist, Ernest Ezeajughi, who was elected to serve a second term as the Mayor of Brent.
Ayo Akinola scores in Toronto FC draw at DC United
The 20-year-old American-Canadian of Nigerian descent had missed the first three games of the season's return with a hamstring injury all of which ended in victories over Canadian rivals Montreal Impact and Vancouver Whitecaps.
Donald Trump to approve new TikTok setup in bid to save US operations
US President Donald Trump said on Saturday he supported a deal in principle that would allow TikTok to continue to operate in the US, even as it appeared to conflict with his earlier order for China’s ByteDance to divest the video app.
Mike Pompeo: US to ‘impose consequences’ if UN fails to implement Iran sanctions
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Saturday that UN sanctions against Iran were “back in effect” and said the US would “impose consequences” if the international body’s member states did not implement them.
Donald Trump to block TikTok, WeChat downloads in the U.S. from September 20
The Trump administration will ban WeChat and video-sharing app TikTok from U.S. app stores starting Sunday night, a move that will block Americans from downloading the Chinese-owned platforms over concerns they pose a national security threat.
FBI reveals how Hushpuppi laundered U.S. unemployment benefits
Fresh evidence from the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) has revealed how Ramon Abbas, popularly called Hushpuppi, a Nigerian Instagram sensation, was involved in laundering unemployment benefits meant for citizens of the United States.
ByteDance mulls TikTok IPO to clinch U.S. agreement
An IPO of TikTok would be one of the technology sector’s biggest-ever stock market debuts, given that the app was recently valued by ByteDance investors at more than $50 billion. It would further reduce ByteDance’s stake in the company to appease U.S. officials who want to see the Chinese firm loosen its grip on the video app.
Kogi writes US over electoral fraud allegation
Kogi State government has kicked against the recent visa ban imposed on politicians alleged to have rigged the November 2019 election in the state by the United States of America.
Confusion over United States vaccine rollout after Donald Trump questions disease chief
The head of the United States Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said on Wednesday there would be enough doses of the coronavirus vaccine available by the middle of 2021.
US lays out extensive plans for free coronavirus vaccinations
The U.S. government Wednesday outlined extensive plans to provide Americans with free vaccinations against the coronavirus, but officials offered conflicting views on just how soon the preventative shots will be widely available.
Abductors of ex-US soldier demand N20 million ransom
The abductors of a retired United States of America Army officer, Major Jide Ijadare, and one other at a palm oil factory on Wednesday demanded N20 million ransom from the former soldier’s family for his release.
US reviews ban on migrant visa to Nigeria
United States America has disclosed that it will reconsidered its ban on some categories of Migrant Visas on Nigeria.
PDP: US ban warning to Comrade Oshiomhole, Pastor Ize-Iyamu, others
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has applauded the United States of America for imposing a visa ban on some Nigerian politicians, accused of undermining the electoral process in Nigeria.
UK threatens election riggers in Nigeria with visa ban, asset seizure
The United Kingdom (UK) announced on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 that Nigerians responsible for electoral malpractice will be met with strong sanctions.
Senate: Don’t kill Nigeria economy with coronavirus
The Senate has called on stakeholders in the country not to kill the Nation’s economy with the adopted European style of fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.
Natasha Akpoti applauds US government over visa ban on Kogi, Bayelsa ‘election riggers’
The candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the 2019 Kogi State Governorship election, Natasha Akpoti, has lauded the United States of America for slamming visa ban on those who allegedly rigged Kogi and Bayelsa elections.
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#BBNaija: Why I never supported Lucy, ended our friendship – Dorathy
Big Brother Naija, BBNaija, housemate Dorathy has disclosed why she and Lucy stopped being close friends in the house.
Police arrest 80 ‘cultists’, recover ‘weapons’ in Anambra
The Anambra State Police Command Monday announced arrest of 80 suspected cultists and allegedly recovered arms and ammunition.
Jesse Lingard issues come-and-get-me plea to Jose Mourinho
Jesse Lingard is considering his Manchester United future after being ‘frozen out’ of the team’s opening Premier League tie against Crystal Palace.
#BBNaija: Trickytee reveals housemate with best, worst game
Evicted Big Brother Naija housemate, Trickytee, on Monday said Laycon is playing the best game while Neo is playing the worst in the reality show.
Edo election: We discovered many discrepancies – Group
Bisong, who disclosed that he had his officials across the 18 Local Government Areas of Edo State during the election, noted that non-functional card readers used for the election across the State raised integrity issues about the poll.
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Napoli’s Victor Osimhen starts from bench in Serie A opener vs Parma
Victor Osimhen will potentially make his long-awaited Napoli debut from the bench having been named among the substitutes in their Serie A opener against Parma on Sunday.
FCSC releases time-table for directors’ promotion exams
The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) has released the time-table for the conduct of this year’s directorate level examinations in the Ministries Departments and Agencies (MDAs) under the purview of the commission.
Anambra guber: Desperate politicians plotting evil against Governor Obiano – official
The Anambra State Government has described the joint protest embarked upon by tipper drivers, ex-councilors and a non-governmental organization known as Recover Nigeria Project, as a calculated attempt to breach the existing public peace in the state, instigate citizens against governnent as well as cause confusion and rancour.
Edo election: Court fixes October 14 to hear PDP’s suit seeking Pastor Ize-Iyamu disqualification
Justice Ahmed Mohammed of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Wednesday, adjourned to October 14, to commence hearing in the suit filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) seeking the disqualification of Pastor Osagie Ize-iyamu from the September 19 governorship election in Edo State.
Asamoah Gyan advised to quit Ghana national team
Ghana's 1965 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) winner Osei Kofi has urged veteran Black Stars striker Asamoah Gyan to bow out of international football amid talks about his present importance to the national team.