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2019 Grammys: the complete list of winners
It was a strong year for women in general, with Cardi B becoming the first solo woman to win Best Rap Album, and Brandi Carlile winning three in the Americana categories.
Balarabe Musa berates Abdullahi Ganduje, EFCC over governor’s leadership award
A former Governor of Old Kaduna State, Balarabe Musa, on Friday, condemned the conferment of one of the 2018 Africa Value Awards on the Governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje, for “effective leadership and economic empowerment and development.”
Simi, Nasty C among top contenders as AFRIMA unveils nominees
Democratic Republic of Congo-born rapper, Maître Gims and South African singer, Shekhinah, each received seven nominations to emerge the highest nominated artistes.
Ex-internationals hail World Cup viewing centres in Lagos
Some ex-international football players have thrown their weight behind the creation of eight Viewing Centres spread across Lagos State for the duration of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Tournament.
Emir of Gusau confers traditional title on Governor Yari
The Emir of Gusau in Zamfara State, Ibrahim Bello, has conferred a traditional title of “Garzon Gusau” on the state governor, Abdul’aziz Yari.
Call for enquiry after anti-Kabila activist dies in house fire
Pro-democracy activist Luc Nkulala was killed in a suspicious fire overnight at his home in Goma, in eastern Democratic of Republic of Congo, his opposition Struggle for Change (Lucha) group said Sunday, calling for a swift and transparent enquiry.
Pop star Mariah Carey reveals bipolar disorder
The singer, whose sweeping five-octave vocal range helped make her one of the most successful artists of the 1990s, said she decided to go public to help remove stigma over the mental illness.
Florida school shooting survivor rejects ‘hero’ label
A survivor of the Florida school shooting nicknamed “Iron Man” for his efforts to save classmates said he did not want to be labeled a “hero,” as his family announced a lawsuit against authorities.
Two robbery suspects killed by police in Nsukka
Police in Enugu have had a shootout with a gang of robbers and cultists within Nsukka town and gunned down two notorious suspects.
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Atiku Abubakar: PDP decision on election shift to be made known by party stakeholders
Alh Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), said the decision of the party on the recent election shift, would be made known by the party’s stakeholders.
Fela Durotoye: Elections postponement a global disgrace
The presidential candidate of Alliance for New Nigeria, Mr Fela Durotoye, has described the postponement of the elections until next Saturday as a global disgrace.
Kinglsey Moghalu: Election postponement shows APC, PDP failures
Kingsley Moghalu, the presidential candidate of the Young Progressives Party (YDP) has urged Nigerians to remain calm following the postponement of the general elections.
Efe Ambrose delighted to sign with Derby County
Nigerian defender Efe Ambrose says he is delighted to have joined English Championship side Derby County.
Election rescheduling’ll affect inflow of foreign investments – experts
Financial experts on Saturday said the hasty postponement of the general elections by the Independent National Electoral Commission would create uncertainty and affect inflow of foreign investments.
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Dele Alampasu: I almost left Feirense in January
Upon his return to his parent club this season, Alampasu has now revealed in a chat that due to his lack of playing time, he almost left the club during the transfer window last month, but that the club told him he couldn’t leave as he remains part of their plans for the future.
Edwin Clark: Why we adopted Atiku Abubakar
Former Federal Commissioner for Information and South-South Leader Chief Edwin Clark has given his insight into why the Nigerian Leaders and Elders Forum have endorsed PDP candidate and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for president ahead of the February 16 presidential election.
Election: HLSI debunks allegation of jamming phones, funding campaigns
Following some media reports suggesting that the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign funds is being sponsored by an Israeli firm, and the company is planning to jam the network in Nigeria has been debunked.
Daniel Akpeyi is a top class goalkeeper – Kaizer Chiefs coach
Kaizer Chiefs head coach Ernst Middendorp has heaped plaudits on Nigeria goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi following his performance for the club in last weekend’s Soweto Derby against Orlando Pirates.
‘New Cristiano Ronaldo’ can win Ballon d’Or – agent
Benfica midfielder Joao Felix, who has been compared to Cristiano Ronaldo and linked with Manchester United, is a future candidate for the Ballon d’Or, his agent has said.