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Sadio Mane strikes as Liverpool overcome Norwich to open up 25-point lead
Sadio Mane struck as Liverpool overcame Storm Dennis and feisty basement club Norwich to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table to 25 points on Saturday.
Super Eagles defender makes first start for Wigan in draw vs Cardiff
Super Eagles defender Leon Balogun made his first start for Wigan Athletic in their 2-2 away draw against Cardiff City in Saturday’s Championship game.
Usman Abdallah out to prove a point against Enyimba in Aba
Abdallah led the People’s Elephants to their 8th league title last season and a semi final CAF Confederation cup place two seasons ago, but the romantic relationship between him and the club ended following dismal start into their title defence this season.
We will secure Olympic qualification – NWF coach
The coach of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Akuh Purity, has expressed his confidence in securing qualifications for the upcoming Olympics tournament.
Mauricio Pochettino spotted at London stadium after admitting he wants Premier League return
Mauricio Pochettino says he would love for his next job to be back in the Premier League.
AFCONQ: Gernot Rohr may drop Paul Onuachu, Peter Etebo
Ahead of next month’s 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Sierra Leone, Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr may drop Europe-based duo Paul Onuachu and Oghenekaro Etebo from his squad for the double-header.
Semi Ajayi shines as West Brom beat Millwall away
Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi was in action for West Bromwich Albion who beat Millwall 2-0 away in Sunday’s Championship game.
Blessing Oborududu set for successful title defence in Algeria
Africa and Commonwealth wrestling champion in the 68kg category Blessing Oborududu has stated her readiness for a successful title defence after the Nigerian wrestling contingent landed in Algiers on Thursday for the Africa wrestling championship.
Kelechi Iheanacho nominated for Leicester City goal of the month
Kelechi Iheanacho’s superb goal against Sky Bet Championship side Brentford has been nominated for Leicester City’s Goal of the Month for January.
John Ogu backs Leon Balogun’s decision to dump Brighton for Wigan
Nigerian midfielder John Ogu has congratulated his national teammate Leon Balogun on his move to English Championship side Wigan Athletic.
West Ham complete £22 million deal for Jarrod Bowen from Hull City
The Hammers fended off competition from Crystal Palace to sign Bowen, who has scored 16 goals in 29 Championship appearances this season.
Former Premier League coach slams Manchester United loan move for Odion Ighalo
Former Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock has slammed Manchester United’s loan move for Odion Ighalo describing it as an act of “desperation”.
Coronavirus: WHO mulls emergency as death toll rises to 170
The number of deaths from the new coronavirus outbreak in China has climbed to 170, with the virus now spreading to every province in the country, state media reported on Thursday.
Bright Osayi-Samuel reacts amid West Brom transfer links
But when asked where does his future lie, he said: “I don’t know. Obviously I would love to stay but I’m just focused on playing games,” Osayi-Samuel told the Kilburn Times.
Anderlecht, Charlton Athletic ready to take Isaac Success on loan
English Championship side Chalton Athletics and Belgian giants Anderlecht have expressed interest in signing Super Eagles forward Issac Success on loan till the rest of the season.
West Ham eyeing up a move for Kyle Walker-Peters
Walker-Peters would be a good long term addition to David Moyes’s side. The Hammers have Zabaleta and Fredericks as their right back options currently and it is a position that needs improving immediately.
Watford ready to accept loan offers for Isaac Success, Tom Dele-Bashiru
There could be two departures at Vicarage Road before the end of the month with Watford willing to let Super Eagles forward Isaac Success and his compatriot Tomiwa Dele-Bashiru leave on loan.
Fikayo Tomori: Chelsea want to win FA Cup, Champions League
Fikayo Tomori wants Chelsea to take their FA Cup campaign seriously and push to win the competition after overcoming Hull City 2-1 away from home in the fourth round.
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Voice of America to set up North-East regional station in Gombe
Plans by the management of the Voice of America (VOA) have reached an advanced stage to set up its North-East Regional Reporting centre in Gombe for easy reach on members of the public who are listeners of the station particularly its Hausa service.
I learnt much from Seriake Dickson while serving Bayelsa for eight years – ex-commissioner
The immediate past Commissioner for Information and Orientation in Bayelsa, Daniel Iworiso-Markson, has profoundly thanked former governor, the Hon Henry Seriake Dickson, for giving him the rare opportunity to serve the state in different capacities.
Akwa United stun Rangers in Enugu
Akwa United picked up their fourth away win in the NPFL following Sunday’s 2-1 win over Rangers Int’l FC in Enugu.
Kano government plans to set up Hisbah academy
Kano State government is stepping up arrangement for the take-off of the proposed Hisbah Academy, which will serve as a training ground for Hisbah corps in the state.
Road crash claims 22 lives in Katsina
Not fewer than twenty-two persons were reportedly said to have lost their lives in a road crash near Kafur town, Katsina State.
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Fake blind beggar arrested with two fronts
A woman, Mrs. Ngozi Dike, aged 37 years, who used two pretend to be blind and used two underaged girls to beg alms have been arrested by the police in Anambra State.
La Liga referee dropped from the weekend games after poor show
La Liga referee Jose Maria Sanchez has been dropped for the upcoming La Liga games this weekend as he was not allocated any game to officiate by the Spanish football federation following his poor officiation between Real Betis and Barcelona on Sunday at the Benito Villamarin.
Commission finds financial misappropriation in Edo colleges
The Commission of Inquiry set up by Gov. Godwin Obaseki of Edo in 2019 to investigate activities of four tertiary institutions in the state in the last 10 years has submitted part one of its report to the governor.
EFCC records 48 convictions, N8.5 billion recoveries
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says it has recorded 48 convictions and recovered N8.5 billion in cash and assets within one year in Ilorin zone.
Boko Haram leader threatens minister, mocks president in new video
Factional leader of Boko Haram terrorist group, Abubakar Shekau, has threatened to ‘‘deal’’ with the Minister of Communications, Dr Isa Ali Pantami, for allegedly threatening to disrupt the activities of the sect by blocking their communication lines.