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Spain legend Xavi insists a 48-team World Cup in Qatar ‘will not be good’
Spain legend and World Cup 2022 global ambassador Xavi believes a 48-team tournament in Qatar 'will not be good'.
Spanish victims of sex abuse by priests speak out
A trickle of accusations of sexual abuse against priests in schools and seminaries is starting to erode the wall of silence in Catholic Spain, whose Church representatives are set to attend a major Vatican meeting on child protection.
Angola’s Joao Lourenco vows to kill corruption
Since taking office four months ago, Angola’s new president has made some attention-grabbing moves that he says are part of his campaign promise to clean up the nation’s ailing, corruption-riddled economy.
Lisbon graft trial of senior Angolan official opens
The trial of Angolan former vice-president Manuel Vicente for alleged corruption opened on Monday in his absence in the Portuguese capital, raising tensions between the oil-rich African country and its former colonial ruler.
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Japan court upholds ban on dual citizenship
Under current rules, Japanese people who acquire another passport are asked to relinquish their Japanese citizenship, but in 2018 eight plaintiffs started legal proceedings, arguing the rule was unconstitutional.
Wole Soyinka: Donald Trump is a ‘racist and monster’
Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, who famously tore his green card to shreds after Donald Trump was elected the 45th President of the United States in 2016, says he has forgiven Americans for electing Trump whom he describes as a “racist,” “xenophobe” and "monster."
J-League side Sagan Tosu sign Chikeluba Ofoedu
J-League 1 side Sagan Tosun have officially announced the signing of former Enugu Rangers striker Chikeluba Ofoedu.
UNILORIN professor seeks enabling environment for research
An Associate Professor in the Department of Science Education, University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), Dr Ganiyu Ismail Bello, has emphasised the need to create an enabling environment for the country to excel in research and development.
Manchester United boss: Paul Pogba in best shape of his career
Afterwards, Solskjaer declared Pogba the happiest and fittest he has been since the Norwegian took charge and also was pleased to see him respond to being selected in midfield on the night.
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Ogun government mourns billionaire businessman Bolu Akin-Olugbade
The Ogun State Government has described the death of billionaire businessman, Bolu Akin-Olugbade, as a major loss.
Joe Biden fills out state department team with Obama veterans
President-elect Joe Biden is filling out his State Department team with a group of former career diplomats and veterans of the Obama administration, signaling his desire to return to a more traditional foreign policy after four years of uncertainty and unpredictability under President Donald Trump.
CAN supports Oyo government’s threat to shut churches flouting coronavirus protocol
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Oyo State chapter, says it is in support of the state government’s decision to close down any church that flouts the COVID-19 prevention protocols.
Anchor University establishes contact with abducted deputy vice-chancellor
The management of Anchor University, Ipaja, Lagos, has confirmed the abduction of its Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Prof Johnson Fatokun, disclosing that the institution has made contact with him.
Lagos commissioner to monitor school resumption
“In a bid to monitor schools resumption and the COVID-19 protocol guidelines compliance, Honourable Commissioner for Education, Mrs Folasade Adefisayo will be visiting some schools around Agege Axis of the State as early as 7.30am tomorrow. Places like Surulere, Ikeja, Agege and Igando will be covered,” he said in a statement.