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Spain’s second coronavirus virus wave swells, fueling concern across Europe
Spain is scrambling to stay ahead of new outbreaks of the coronavirus that prompted the U.K. to impose a quarantine on travelers returning from the country, dealing a new blow to its tourism-dependent economy.
Australia announces biggest budget deficit since World War II
Australia says its budget deficit will be 85.8 billion Australian dollars (AD) ($61.2 billion) in 2019-20 and AD 184.5 billion in 2020-21. This marks the biggest deficit since World War II, due to the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic.
Tottenham chief calls for fan support in programme message after ‘difficult and uncertain’ season
Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy has called for fan support in his latest programme message after a "difficult and uncertain" season.
Former militants give seven-days ultimatum to Ondo governor to pay their entitlements
Former militants under the aegis of ‘Action Crocodile Group’ have given the Ondo State Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu seven-day ultimatum to settle their entitlements.
Jurgen Klopp happy to develop Liverpool habit of winning ugly
Jurgen Klopp said Liverpool’s ability to grind out wins when not at their best has been a hallmark of the champions this season after Sadio Mane and Curtis Jones struck in the final 20 minutes to beat struggling Aston Villa 2-0 on Sunday.
Using coronavirus donations to give charity a bad name
Global response to the outbreak of the Coronavirus in Africa has been remarkable, especially following fears that should the virus take hold, its impact on the continent could be catastrophic.
World 100m champion faces suspension after new missed test
The US sprint star – who only narrowly avoided being banned last year after three violations of anti-doping “whereabouts” rules across 2018 and 2019 – revealed details of his latest missed test in a statement on Twitter.
Jose Mourinho mocks Manchester United boss ahead of Spurs clash
Tottenham Hotspur boss Jose Mourinho seems to have added fuel to fire ahead of their first game back against his former club Manchester United, by delivering a damning assessment of rival manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Nani: I thought Manchester United players didn’t like me
Nani has offered some insight into the pressures involved in signing for Manchester United, with the Portuguese revealing that he was sure some of the club's older players didn't like him during his first few years with the Old Trafford side.=
Adele dedicates birthday message to healthcare workers
English singer and songwriter, Adele Laurie Blue Adkins also known as Adele who clocks 32 today is dedicating the birthday celebration to thank “all of our first responders and essential workers who are keeping us safe while risking their lives”.
Maurizio Sarri: I had confrontational relationship with Chelsea dressing room
Maurizio Sarri has revealed he had a "confrontational relationship with the Chelsea dressing room" during his first six months in charge at the club, but says the players eventually learned to appreciate his character.
Ramadan: Borno pays April salaries, pensions
Civil servants and pensioners in Borno have been paid April salaries and pensions to enable them make preparations for the upcoming Ramadan Fast.
Ruben Gabrielsen: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is a magician in big games
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is a "magician" in big games, according to Molde defender Ruben Gabrielsen, who says the Manchester United boss is a "fantastic human" who "knows how to talk to" his players.
Pelican Stars players protest over unpaid 10-month salary arrears
Players from Nigeria’s women’s football club, Pelican Stars of Cross River state, embarked on a protest outside Government house over salaries that they say have not been paid for 10 months.
Harry and Meghan disappoint Canadians with departure
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, the former royal highnesses best known to the public as Harry and Meghan, appear to have left their wooded paradise on Vancouver Island in western Canada for the bright lights of Los Angeles.
Queen Elizabeth to address Brits on Sunday
The government has put Britain into a virtual lockdown, closing pubs, restaurants, and nearly all shops, while banning social gatherings and ordering Britons to stay at home unless it is absolutely essential to venture out.
Coronavirus lockdown in UK leads to boom in love affairs
As the coronavirus lockdown in the UK entered its second week, to prevent the spread of coronavirus, an unexpected boom in affairs is being noticed by experts.
Luiz Scolari explains how clashing with Didier Drogba, Nicolas Anelka led to his Chelsea...
Former Chelsea head coach Luiz Felipe Scolari has opened up on his ill-fated reign at Stamford Bridge, admitting that he failed to see eye to eye with Didier Drogba and Nicolas Anelka.
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Appeal court judgement: CUPP demands postponement of Edo, Ondo elections
The Coalition of United Political Parties, CUPP, has warned the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, against going ahead with the conduct of the imminent Governorship elections in Edo and Ondo States without carrying all political parties in the country along.
Police: Suspected killers of village head, kidnappers of CAN chairman, others arrested
The Police in Nasarawa State have arrested 27 suspects over alleged armed robbery and kidnapping in the state.
Blaise Matuidi to quit Juventus for MLS club
The midfielder was tipped to leave Juve after a successful three-year stint in Turin where he won the Serie A title three times along with one Coppa Italia and Supercoppa title.
Innocent Chukwuma: Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing only imports engine, light
Chief Innocent Chukwuma, Chairman/CEO, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing, IVM, has revealed that his company only imports engine and light, as all the electrical aspects and other equipment are sourced in-country.
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US decries Russia’s decree targeting VOA, others
The U.S. says it is ”deeply concerned’’ by a recent draft decree published by Russian authorities targeting media entities funded by the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) in Russia.
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House of Reps task TCN on completion of Kano power projects
The House of Representatives Committee on Power has tasked the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), to ensure completion of two power substation projects in Kano State, within four months.
US slaps sanctions on Zimbabwean tycoon
The US on Wednesday imposed sanctions against a business tycoon with close links to Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa and former leader Robert Mugabe for allegedly abetting corruption.
Atlético Madrid confirm two positive coronavirus tests
Atlético Madrid have confirmed that two member of their group have tested positive for coronavirus.
Nigerian government raises hate speech fine to N5 million
During the unveiling of the Reviewed Broadcasting code, Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed, said the amendments were necessitated by a presidential directive in the wake of the 2019 general elections.
MASSOB: Any Miyetti Allah vigilante in Igbo land‘ll be dismantled
Leader of the Movement for the Actualisation of the Sovereign States of Biafra (MASSOB), Uchenna Madu, has countered the utterance made by the leader of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Abdullahi Bodejo, that their vigilante outfit is already existing in the 36 States of the federation.