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Nigerian government set to launch Digital Switch Over in Lagos April 29
The Federal Government has concluded plans to Kick-start the new rollout of the Digital Switch Over, DSO, in Lagos State, scheduled for April, 29, 2021.
Thomas Tuchel: Chelsea squad could have a say on summer transfers
“I spoke to a conductor in Germany and he told me that once in his orchestra he had to find a new musician,” Tuchel said, according to the Star. “He picks three maybe that he likes as a replacement, but the final decision is made through the orchestra. We had a long discussion about this.
Arsenal boss: Fulham unlucky to sit in the relegation zone
Fulham may be in the relegation zone but Scott Parker’s side have been unlucky in the Premier League and their results are not an accurate reflection of their performances this season, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has said.
Manchester United boss: Europa trophy would be reward for tough season
Winning the Europa League would be fitting reward at the end of a tough season for Manchester United, their manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said on Thursday after his team completed a 4-0 aggregate win over Granada in the quarterfinals.
China beat South Korea to seal Tokyo Olympics spot
China’s women sealed a last-ditch spot at the Tokyo Olympics football Tuesday by squeezing past South Korea 4-3 on aggregate, a thrilling conclusion to a qualifying campaign dogged by coronavirus delays.
Sports minister: NSF remains platform for discovering world beaters
The Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, says the National Sports Festival (NSF) remains the platform for discovering and grooming Nigerian athletes to world standard.
Atletico boss tells hobbling team to ‘resist’ in La Liga title push
Atletico Madrid moved back to the top of La Liga on Sunday after a 1-1 draw against Real Betis opened a one-point lead over city rivals Real.
Ferran Torres: Manchester City will not dwell on Leeds shock defeat
Ferran Torres has backed Manchester City to make a quick recovery from the 2-1 defeat to Leeds on Saturday.
El Clasico: Gerard Pique dragged away by Barça delegate to avoid sanctions
The Referee for yesterday’s match, Gil Manzano, has been facing a lot of criticism after his controversial decisions in yesterday’s El Clásico. The Spanish referee was not the first choice to officiate the very important tie. He was a replacement for Mateu Lahoz, who had to withdraw because of a muscle injury.
Trent Alexander-Arnold’s injury-time winner rescues Liverpool against Villa
Trent Alexander-Arnold scored an injury-time winner as Liverpool came from behind to beat Aston Villa and end a run of six consecutive defeats at Anfield.
Ghana skipper equals record as Swansea City beat Millwall
Ghana captain Andre Ayew found his scoring boots after a five-match drought as he netted to help Swansea City to a 3-0 away triumph over Millwall in the Championship on Saturday.
Northern elders: 2023 not business as usual
The Northern Elders Forum, NEF, has said that 2023 would not be business as usual because Northerners have learnt their lessons at great cost and would only vote for people that cared for them.
Absence of leadership responsible for factions in Akwa Ibom APC – stakeholder
A stakeholder of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Akwa Ibom State chapter, Comrade Athanasius Okon has blamed the different factions in the party on the absence of a leader in the state.
Aston Villa sink Fulham in Premier League clash
Fulham looked set to move out of the drop zone when Aleksandar Mitrovic pounced on a loose pass back by Tyrone Mings to score his first league goal since September on Sunday.
Libya premier hails coronavirus vaccine delivery as “first drop of rain”
More than 100,000 doses of Russia’s Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine arrived at Tripoli’s Mitiga airport on Sunday, Libya’s ministry of health said, the first shipment to reach the country
Daniel Amokachi: Paul Onuachu has potential to fit into Rashidi Yekini’s shoes
Former Nigerian forward, Daniel Amokachi has described Super Eagles striker, Paul Onuachu as a replica of late Rashidi Yekini due to his physical nature in the 18-yard box and ability to convert half goal-scoring chances.
Francis Ngannou calls out Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury after UFC title win
Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have been put on notice by new UFC champion Francis Ngannou.
Police determine cause of Tiger Woods crash
The details of what caused Tiger Woods’ car crash will only be released if the 15-time major winner gives permission for police to share their findings.
AFCONQ: Super Eagles beat Crocodiles to end campaign unbeaten
Nigeria ended the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers with a 3-0 victory over Lesotho at Teslim Balogun Stadium.
President Buhari to send supplementary budget to National Assembly
As the security situation continues to degenerates on daily basis, President Muhammadu Buhari is expected to submit a supplementary budget to the National Assembly for more funds to be made available for the procurement of equipment to battle the insurgents.
AFCONQ: Ghana cruise past Sao Tome and Principe
The Black Stars of Ghana wrapped up their 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers with a 3-1 win over Sao Tome and Principe at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday.
Senator Tinubu calls for massive investment to tackle unemployment
Senator Bola Tinubu, the National leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has called on the Federal Government to invest massively on job creation to tackle insecurity and unemployment in the country.
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Pastor Adeboye condemns attack on traditional institutions
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christain Church of God, RCCG, Pastor Enoch Adeboye has expressed concerns over the attack on monarchs in Ekiti State.
Manchester United boss: We can still catch Manchester City in title race
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said Manchester United can still catch rivals Manchester City in this season’s Premier League title race as ‘stranger things have happened’ in football.
Nigeria records 60 new coronavirus infections, no death
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has said that the country’s active COVID-19 cases increased by 39, bringing the total number to 7,821.
NCDC: Nigeria’s active coronavirus cases increase by 39
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has said that the country’s COVID-19 active cases increased by 39, bringing the total number to 7,821.
Paul Onuachu emerges goal king in Belgium with 29 goals for Genk
Super Eagles forward Paul Onuachu on Saturday night finished the regular league season as Goal King of Belgium topflight with 29 goals after netting a brace for Genk in a five-goal thriller at closest rivals Royal Antwerp.
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Police: Ritualist kill food vendor, cut off her hands, head in Osun
The Police are on the trail of a a suspected ritualist who killed and cut off the head and hands of a female food vendor in Ile-Ife, Osun State on Saturday.
Oyo governor urges monarchs to give titles to only credible Nigerians
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has advised traditional rulers in the country to give titles to only people of impeccable character.
Nigerian government gives delivery date for Lagos road project
The Federal Government on Saturday assured Lagos residents that section one of the ongoing reconstruction/rehabilitation of the Apapa-Oshodi-Ojota-Oworonsoki Expressway project would be completed within three weeks.
NAHCON to open desk offices at airports
National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, (NAHCON) has said it will soon open desk offices in some airports where airlifting of pilgrims will be carried out.
UEFA set to announce UCL reforms, decide on Euro 2020 hosts
UEFA is expected to formalise radical reforms to the format of the Champions League at a key meeting of its executive committee on Monday which could also see some cities removed as hosts of the delayed Euro 2020.