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Jose Mourinho: Why I did not sign Egypt legend Mohamed Aboutrika
World-renowned coach Jose Mourinho has disclosed that he was interested in signing Egyptian football icon Mohamed Aboutrika during his first stint as the Chelsea FC manager.
Egypt want Nations Cup to start a day earlier
African Cup of Nations hosts Egypt want to start the tournament a day earlier than scheduled so fans can take full advantage over the opening weekend, the African Football Federation told AFP on Friday.
Israel-based Chikeluba Ofoedu begs for a chance with Super Eagles
Chikeluba Ofoedu, Maccabi Tel Aviv attacker, has called on Gernot Rohr to give him a chance to prove himself with the Super Eagles.
Seyi Olofinjana backs Super Eagles for Nations Cup Glory
Ex-International Seyi Olofinjana has backed Nigeria for success in the forthcoming 2019 African Cup of Nations holding in Egypt.
Donald Trump cancels US delegation’s Davos trip to World Economic Forum
US President Donald Trump has cancelled his delegation's trip to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, next week due to the partial US government shutdown.
Jordan Henderson: Mo Salah similar to Luis Suarez
Mohamed Salah has the same ‘very strong mentality’ to Luis Suarez, says Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson.
AFCON: Alex Iwobi remains Super Eagles playmaker – Gernot Rohr
Super Eagles’ technical adviser Gernot Rohr has insisted on making Arsenal star Alex Iwobi his first choice playmaker for the Eagles for the forthcoming Africa Cup of Nations.
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Qatar-Turkey trade surges to $2bn amid Gulf tensions
Trade between Qatar and Turkey is estimated to have topped the $2bn mark in 2018, a 54 percent jump compared to the previous year, a Turkish official said.
China, Egypt agree to promote pragmatic cooperation in all fields
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s special representative Yang Jiechi and Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi agreed on Wednesday to promote pragmatic cooperation between the two countries in all fields, CGTN has reported.
Sudan police tear gas anti-government protest in Kassala
Sudanese police Wednesday fired tear gas at crowds of anti-government protesters in Kassala, witnesses said, in the first such demonstration held in the eastern town bordering Eritrea.
AFCON: Super Eagles have a chance to win in Egypt – Julius Aghahowa
Former Super Eagles’ striker, Julius Aghahowa, has named the Super Eagles as favourites to win the forthcoming 2019 AFCON tournament in Egypt later this year.
Nwankwo Kanu backs Super Eagles for 2019 AFCON glory
Former Arsenal and Super Eagles captain Nwankwo Kanu has sensationally backed the Super Eagles to win the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.
Esperance celebrate centenary despite ban for supporters
Tunisia's Esperance are continuing the club's centenary celebrations despite being punished by the Confederation of African Football (Caf).
NFF supremo Amaju Pinnick targets 2019 AFCON title
Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Amaju Pinnick has targeted the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations as the Super Eagles’ main priority.
Swiss-born Sebastian Osigwe vows to give Francis Uzoho healthy competition in Super Eagles
With the lack of form and inactivity of Daniel Akpeyi and Ikechukwu Ezenwa, Super Eagles manager Gernot Rohr is combing Europe for a quality goalkeeper who can provide healthy competition to current number one, Francis Uzoho.
Gernot Rohr: NFF must give me the right support to win AFCON
Super Eagles Technical Adviser Gernot Rohr has stated that his team (Super Eagles) has all it takes to win this year’s Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt if given all the necessary support by the Nigeria Football Federation.
Jordan Henderson: Mo Salah will be motivated by criticism
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson backed Mohamed Salah and said the forward would only get better if criticism of him continued.
Egypt deports second German in a week for alleged Islamic State links
Egyptian officials say authorities have deported a German teenager they say had come to Egypt with the intention of joining Islamic State militants fighting security forces in the Sinai Peninsula.
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Delta monarchs task INEC, stakeholders on credible elections
Traditional Rulers in Delta State have asked the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC) and other stakeholders in the electoral process to exhibit the highest degree of impartiality, neutrality and non-partisanship in the conduct of the presidential election.
Activist cautions Nigerians not to politicize Justice Onnoghen’s case
A human right activist, Mr Modibbo Bakare, has urged Nigerians to thread with caution in order to avoid the politicisation of the case filed against the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Walter Onnoghen.
Federal government asks CCT to remove Justice Onnoghen as CJN, NJC chairman
The Federal Government has filed a motion before the Code of Conduct Tribunal asking for the removal of Justice Walter Onnoghen as the Chief Justice of Nigeria and Chairman of the National Judicial Council.
Jose Mourinho: Why I did not sign Egypt legend Mohamed Aboutrika
World-renowned coach Jose Mourinho has disclosed that he was interested in signing Egyptian football icon Mohamed Aboutrika during his first stint as the Chelsea FC manager.
Zimbabwe groups say at least 12 killed in unrest
A collection of Zimbabwe human rights groups says at least 12 people have been killed, at least 78 have been shot and more than 240 have faced "assault, torture, inhumane and degrading treatment" in a crackdown on protests that began on Monday over a dramatic rise in fuel prices.
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NCDC: Federal government working to control Lassa fever
Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu, Chief Executive Officer, Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), said that the Federal Government would intensify efforts to control Lassa Fever in the country.
Tennis: I’m not tired of winning – Samuel Blessing
Nigeria women’s number one tennis player Samuel Blessing says she intends to bring some of the confidence and self-belief that helped her win major tournaments last year when she returns tot he court in 2019.
BCDA decries poor execution of federal government rice mill project
The National Border Community Development Agency (BCDA) has expressed concern over the poor execution of the Federal Government Rice Mill project in Gurin, a boarder town in Fufore Local Government area of Adamawa.
Andy Robertson defends Mo Salah amid diving accusations
Liverpool full-back Andy Robertson defended Mohamed Salah, saying any accusations of diving aimed at the forward were "desperation".
Andy Murray likely to have statue erected – Wimbledon chief
Two-time Wimbledon champion Andy Murray is likely to be honoured with a statue at the historic Grand Slam venue, the All England Club’s chief executive told the BBC.