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World’s oldest pearl found in Abu Dhabi
An 8,000-year-old pearl that archaeologists say is the worlds oldest will be displayed in Abu Dhabi, according to authorities who said Sunday it is proof the objects have been traded since Neolithic times.
US soldiers who fought alongside Kurds blast Donald Trump’s Syria retreat
In the summer of 2004, U.S. soldier Greg Walker drove to a checkpoint just outside of Baghdad’s Green Zone with his Kurdish bodyguard, Azaz. When he stepped out of his SUV, three Iraqi guards turned him around at gunpoint.
US military troops cross into Iraq from Syria
The news agency said the troops traveled over the Sahela border to Iraq's northern province of Dohuk.
Firebrand cleric green-lights fresh protests in Iraq
Influential Iraqi Shi'ite leader Moqtada al-Sadr has given his supporters the green light to resume anti-government protests, after the movement was interrupted following a deadly crackdown.
Car bomb kills police, wounds children in eastern Afghanistan
At least two security officers have been killed and about 20 children wounded when a car bomb detonated near a police headquarters building in eastern Afghanistan, officials said.
EU to consider steps against Turkey for Syria offensive
European Union (EU) foreign ministers are expected on Monday to discuss the bloc’s response to Turkey’s military incursion into northern Syria, with the possibility of sanctions and an EU-wide arms embargo on the table.
EU ministers to consider steps against Turkey over Syria offensive
European Union foreign ministers are expected on Monday to discuss the bloc’s response to Turkey’s military incursion into northern Syria, with the possibility of sanctions and an EU-wide arms embargo on the table.
Iraq’s top cleric wants answers on protester deaths within two weeks
Iraq’s top Shiite Muslim cleric Ali al-Sistani set a two-week deadline on Friday for the country’s authorities to bring to justice those who shot at protesters in recent deadly anti-government rallies.
Full list of Nobel Peace Prize winners
This year’s prize went on Friday to Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed for his efforts to resolve the long-running conflict with neighbouring foe Eritrea.
China joins Asian shares in cautious advance ahead of trade talks
Asian shares inched up on Tuesday, with Chinese shares making decent gains after a week-long holiday, though investors remained cautious over U.S.-China trade talks after President Donald Trump said a quick deal was unlikely.
Oil edges higher on supply worries; eyes on trade talks
Oil prices rose on Tuesday, buoyed by overnight gains in industrial commodities, while unrest in oil-producing countries Iraq and Ecuador raised concerns of supply disruption, adding to support.
Ali Khamenei: ‘Enemies seek to sow discord’ between Iran and Iraq
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said "enemies" were trying to drive a wedge between Tehran and Baghdad following deadly unrest in neighbouring Iraq.
David Cameron: British troops located some Chibok schoolgirls but Goodluck Jonathan refused to let...
David Cameron, former British prime minister, has alleged that ex-President Goodluck Jonathan did not give enough support to Britain during the abduction of 274 schoolgirls in Chibok, Borno state.g
President Erdogan: Turkey will launch air, ground operation in Syria
Turkish President, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, said on Saturday that his country will carry out a military intervention in north-eastern Syria on Saturday and Sunday.
France pays tribute to former president Jacques Chirac
France’s National Assembly and Senate stood in silence on Thursday to mark the death of former president Jacques Chirac.
Forrmer French president Jacques Chirac passes on at 86
Jacques Chirac, a two-term French president who was the first leader to acknowledge France’s role in the Holocaust and defiantly opposed the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003, died Thursday at age 86.
UNICEF renews commitment to support Nigeria
The United Nations Children Funds (UNICEF) has pledged to continue to support the education, health and sanitation programmes of the present administration to enhance the living condition of Nigerians.
Oil slips as focus shifts from Saudi supply to global demand concerns
Oil prices eased on Tuesday as weak manufacturing data from Europe and Japan focused market attention on the gloomy outlook for demand and away from uncertainty around supply disruptions in Saudi Arabia.
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UNILORIN elevates 968 staff in 2019 promotion exams
The Management of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) says it has promoted 968 staffs in the 2019 promotion examination.
Tammy Abraham to earn £50,000 per week in improved contract
Nigeria born England international Tammy Abraham is on the verge of landing a boost on his Chelsea contract it has been revealed.
CSO asks President Buhari to sack minister over $62 billion debt statement
A Civil Society Organisation (CSO), the Accountable Leadership For Better Nigeria Initiative, ALBNI, has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to relieve the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, of his duties over claims by the latter that debt owed the federal government by the International Oil Companies, IOCs, would be difficult to recover legitimately.
Nollywood diva Monalisa Chinda harps on actors’ welfare
Veteran Nollywood actress, producer and TV personality, Monalisa Chinda, has called for improved welfare and better working environment for Nigerian actors.
Senator Saraki’s Ikoyi houses under forfeiture — in pictures
A Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the interim forfeiture of two properties in Ikoyi, Lagos, belonging to former Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki.
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Aisha Buhari: Mamman Daura’s family denied access to Aso Villa apartment
Wife of the President, Aisha Buhari, has accused Mamman Daura’s family of denying her access to an apartment at the presidential villa.
Kogi Assembly confirms Edward Onoja as deputy governor
The Kogi State House of Assembly, on Monday, confirmed Chief David Onoja, as the Deputy Governor of the state.
Gernot Rohr tips Maduka Okoye to flourish with Super Eagles
Super Eagles’ Chief Coach Gernot Rohr has thrown his weight behind Fortuna Dusseldorf’ Club of Germany’s goalkeeper Maduka Okoye to excel in Eagles’ colours in the absence of injured Eagles’ first-choice goalkeeper Francis Uzoho.
Liverpool eye Premier League title as ‘barometer of success’
Liverpool chief executive Peter Moore says a long-overdue Premier League title would sit alongside their Champions League triumph as a “barometer of success” for the club.
Prince Harry admits he and Prince William are ‘on different paths’
Prince Harry has admitted he and his brother are now “on different paths” and have “good days” and “bad days” in their relationship.