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Bayern Munich’s Niko Kovac future on the line on season finale
Niko Kovac’s future at Bayern Munich largely depends on the club retaining the Bundesliga title on Saturday and avoiding a season finale slip-up that could allow Borussia Dortmund to end their long reign as champions.
Niko Kovac to be sacked by Bayern Munich regardless of outcome in double bid
Niko Kovac is to be sacked as manager of Bayern Munich this summer regardless of how he fares in an ongoing bid for a domestic double, according to a report.
Croatia’s Igor Stimac appointed as the new head coach of India
Former Croatia international Igor Stimac has been appointed as the new coach of the Indian men’s national team, after the AIFF's (All India Football Federation) Executive Commitee ratified the recommendation by the Technical Committee.
Governor Akeredolu seeks federal government’s investment in global marijuana market
The Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, has advised the Federal Government to explore the opportunities in the cannabis business.
Mateo Kovačić braces Chelsea fans for Eden Hazard exit
Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovačić has dropped a big hint that Eden Hazard is on his way in the summer.
Dejan Lovren determined to complete Barcelona comeback
Dejan Lovren is expecting "one of the biggest games at Anfield" when Liverpool host Barcelona in the Champions League semi-final second leg on Tuesday.
Report: Real Madrid consider the sale of Luka Modric
Real Madrid is considering the sale of Luka Modric after the 2018 Ballon d’Or winner failed to step up this season that led to Los Blancos woeful campaign both in Champions League and in the domestic scene.
Lionel Messi ‘always’ got Ballon d’Or vote from Bayern’s Niko Kovac
Bayern Munich boss Niko Kovac says he always voted for Lionel Messi to win the Ballon d'Or when he was Croatia head coach.
Dele Alli thinks Tottenham’s Champions League run has Russian roots
Deli Alli believes Tottenham's dream run to the Champions League semi-finals is down to the success so many of their stars enjoyed at last year's World Cup.
Paul Pogba auctions World Cup-winning boots for charity
The football boots with which Paul Pogba effectively won the World Cup for France last year are to go under the hammer in Paris later this month, Christie’s said yesterday.
Zinedine Zidane pities Radomir Antic for claiming Luka Modric did not deserve Ballon d’Or
Zinedine Zidane feels sorry for former Real Madrid coach Radomir Antic after he claimed Luka Modric did not deserve to win the Ballon d'Or.
FIFA ranking: Nigeria now third in Africa
Nigeria has climbed one spot to third in Africa according to the latest FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking released on Thursday.
Nigeria climb four places in latest FIFA ranking
Nigeria have moved up to the 42nd spot in the latest world ranking released by Fifa on Thursday.
England up to fourth in FIFA rankings
England are up to fourth in the latest FIFA world rankings after two impressive Euro 2020 qualifying wins in March.
Belgium top FIFA rankings but England on the rise
Belgium holds on to the top spot in the latest FIFA world football rankings released Thursday while England is on the rise, snatching fourth place from World Cup finalists Croatia.
Super Eagles move four places in latest FIFA rankings
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are now 42nd in the world, according to the FIFA rankings published on the federation’s official website on Thursday.
Kylian Mbappe: I’ll never match Pele’s goals tally
World Cup winner Kylian Mbappe has often been compared to Pele but the Paris St-Germain striker does not think he will match the Brazil great’s scoring tally during his career.
Thomas Tuchel: Pele comparisons do not help Kylian Mbappe
Kylan Mbappe is capable of anything but should not be compared to Brazil great Pele, according to Paris Saint-Germain boss Thomas Tuchel.
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Group calls for scrapping of new emirates in Kano
A group under the aegis of the Renaissance Coalition in collaboration with Civil society organisations (CSOs), and other stakeholders in Kano have called for the scrapping of the newly created emirates in the state.
Downpour causes traffic gridlock in Lagos
The rain storm in Lagos on Monday resulted in many residents and motorists counting their losses as it caused traffic gridlock and wreaked havoc in many areas, damaging communication masts, electric poles and other infrastructure.
Federal government declares May 29, June 12 public holidays
The Federal Government has declared May 29 and June 12 as public holidays to mark the transition to a new government and Democracy Day respectively.
Sanitation: Taraba government bans use of polythene bags
Gov. Darius Ishaku of Taraba on Monday banned the use of polythene and plastic bags in the state to boost clean environment.
Governor Obaseki: We’ll ensure investors in plantations in Edo preserve forest belt
Edo State Governor, Mr Godwin Obaseki, has said that the state will ensure its forest belt is preserved as more investors in oil palm, cocoa, rubber plantations set up shop in the state, noting that state will collaborate with relevant stakeholders in the sector on a reforestation programme.
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Delta North: Appeal Court to decide Senator Nwaoboshi, Ned Nwoko’s fate
Abuja division of the Court of Appeal will today hear the appeal filed by senator-elect for Delta North Senatorial District and serving senator, Peter Nwaoboshi who is challenging the nullification of his nomination as candidate of People’s Democratic Party (PDP) by a Federal High Court in Abuja.
Governor Fayemi: I did not sack any worker
Gov. Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti, on Friday said that no genuine staff of the state public service was sacked by his government.
Four injured, commuters suffer as fire guts bus on Lagos bridge
Hundreds of commuters were stranded and, at least, four people injured on Tuesday as a commercial bus, maneuvering near a fallen fuel tanker, burnt beyond recognition, blocking the ever-busy Oke Afa-Isolo Bridge in Lagos.
US announces new visa application procedure for Nigeria
The United States mission to Nigeria has announced the indefinite suspension of interview waivers for visa renewals, otherwise known as the “Dropbox” process.
Grace Mugabe faces new assault charge
Former Zimbabwean first lady Grace Mugabe is facing a new charge of assault, which stems from an incident involving her housekeeper.