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UN: World’s migrant population now at 272 million
Europe and North America have absorbed the largest share of the world’s 272 million migrants, a population that has grown by 23 per cent over the past decade, according to a UN report published Tuesday.
Tyson Fury survives severe cut to outpoint Sweden’s Wallin
Undefeated British heavyweight Tyson Fury shook off a left hook to the temple that left him bloodied and bruised before battling to a unanimous points win over Sweden’s Otto Wallin Saturday.
Paedophile priest bags 30 years in prison
A former Roman Catholic priest who fled to Morocco before he was returned to the United States and convicted of sexually abusing an altar boy in New Mexico in the 1990s was sentenced on Friday to 30 years in prison, prosecutors said.
US imposes sanctions on North Korean hacking groups blamed for global attacks
The U.S. Treasury on Friday announced sanctions on three North Korean hacking groups it said were involved in the WannaCry ransomware attacks and hacking of international banks and customer accounts.
Former Liverpool star considering retirement
Former Mali international Momo Sissoko is considering retiring from professional football.
Mexico slams US Supreme Court order on asylum restrictions
Mexican Foreign Secretary Marcelo Ebrard said Thursday that Mexico's government doesn't agree with an "astonishing" US Supreme Court order that would block migrants from countries other than Mexico and Canada from applying for asylum at US borders.
Lautaro Martinez hat-trick fires Argentina over Mexico
Lautaro Martinez fired a 22-minute hat-trick as Argentina thrashed Mexico 4-0 in a friendly international in San Antonio on Tuesday.
US judge blocks Donald Trump move on asylum-seekers
A US federal judge on Monday blocked a Trump administration move that would have prevented most Central American migrants from seeking asylum at the US border.
Diego Maradona: I taught Lionel Messi how to score
Lionel Messi is arguably the finest free-kick taker in world football, and Diego Maradona claims he must take some of the credit for the Barcelona star’s stunning record.
Anthony Joshua confident of reclaiming titles from Andy Ruiz
Former Heavyweight champions of the World Anthony Joshua says he’s committed to reclaim his titles from Mexican American Andy Ruiz Jr when they clash for their world heavyweight championship rematch.
Transfer window ends with star loans rather than huge deals
The transfer window shut gently across much of Europe with a flurry of loan deals instead of the anticipated bang of a mega-move.
Chicharito completes €8 million move to Sevilla from West Ham
Javier Hernandez has completed a permanent €8 million ($9m, £7m) switch to Sevilla from West Ham on Monday morning.
Carlos Vela vows to retire at LAFC amid Chivas speculation
While Chivas supporters have been excited about Carlos Vela’s potential return, the Mexican has already decided where his career will end.
At least 23 killed in fire at Mexico bar
Thirteen others were left seriously injured following the blaze in the southern port city of Coatzacoalcos, NBC said, citing a statement from the state attorney general’s office.
Mexican journalist found dead at home, twelfth killed this year
A Mexican reporter has been found dead in his home, making him the 12th journalist killed in the country this year.
Manchester City, Ajax, Napoli scout Nigeria U-17 skipper
The 16-year-old is regarded as one of Africa's hottest talents, with Napoli, RB Leipzig, Lille and Ajax also showing an interest in the No.10, as teams wait to sign him ahead of his 18th birthday due to FIFA regulations.
Andy Ruiz vows to end Anthony Joshua’s career in Saudia Arabia
Unified world heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr says he wants to finish Anthony Joshua‘s career after confirming he will contest a rematch in Saudi Arabia.
Mr Nigeria bags five awards at the grand finale of Mr World
The 24-year-old Mr Nigeria, Nelson Enwerem, late on Friday in Manila in the Philippines won five talent awards in the just concluded Mr World pageant.
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Qatar Airways annual loss widens
Qatar Airways reported a loss of 2.3 billion Qatari riyals or 639 million dollars on Wednesday for the year ended March 31, as it grapples with the second year of an embargo by neighbours that has restricted its air routes and driven costs higher.
Dayo Apata, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, 36 others get SAN rank September 23
The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Tanko Muhammad, will on September 23, 2019 swear in 38 lawyers as Senior Advocates of Nigeria.
Federal mortgage bank seeks N500 billion recapitalisation fund
Mr. Umar Dankane, Executive Director, Business Development and Portfolio Management of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria has said that the bank needs a N500 billion recapitalisation fund for optimal performance.
CBN commences charges on cash deposits
The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced the commencement of charges on deposits in addition to already existing charges on withdrawals.
Nasarawa Assembly approves N5 billion loan for government
Nasarawa State House of Assembly has approved the request of the state government to secure N5 billion bond from the capital market to undertake vital projects across the state.
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2020 Budget: Federal government maintains benchmark in spite increase in oil price
Minister of State for Budget and National Planning, Mr Clem Agba, has said that the Federal government would maintain its benchmark of 60 dollars per barrel in spite of the sudden increase in the price of crude oil.
Ex-Minister Okonjo-Iweala’s father passes on at 91
The Obi of Ogwashi-Uku in Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State, Obi (Prof.) Chukwuka Okonjo, has joined his ancestors.
Kano singer arrested over alleged anti-Ganduje songs
Singer, Nazir Ahmad, popularly called Sarkin Wakan Kano, has been arrested for allegedly releasing two uncensored musical albums and operating an illegal studio.
FUOYE crisis: Police warn against illegal assembly as NANS ‘relocates’ to Ekiti
The administrative machinery of the National Association of Nigerians Students (NANS) will relocate to Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti state capital, in response to the killing of two students of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, its National Secretary, Comrade Yusuf Farouk said.
James Ibori: Urhobo will produce next Delta governor
Former governor of Delta State, Chief James Onanefe Ibori, has assured the people of Delta Central that the Urhobo nation would produce the next governor of the state in line with the zoning arrangement in place, warning against distractions from a section of the polity.