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Former President Obasanjo architect of Islamisation and Fulanisation of Nigeria – envoy
The Nigerian envoy to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, Alhaji Hassan Ardo, has described former President Olusegun Obasanjo as the architect of Islamisation and Fulanisation in the country.
Mix Diskerud: Everybody can see Christian Pulisic is fantastic
Former U.S. national team midfielder Mix Diskerud sees plenty of potential in Christian Pulisic, the recent Chelsea signing who is the USA’s undisputed star name at the Gold Cup this summer.
Oba Ogunwusi: Nigeria should care for women
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has expresed optimism that peace will reign in the country.
EU removes Aruba, Barbados, Bermuda from tax haven blacklist
The European Union on Friday removed the islands of Aruba, Barbados and Bermuda from its tax haven blacklist, just two months after they were placed on the list for failing to cooperate with the bloc’s efforts to crack down on tax avoidance.
Thabo Mbeki to lead Commonwealth observer group for Malawi elections
A Commonwealth group has been appointed to observe the 2019 Malawi Tripartite elections. It will be led by Thabo Mbeki, the second post-Apartheid South African President.
FIFA bans eight players, agent for life over match-fixing
FIFA issued eight-lifetime bans to current and former players and an agent on Wednesday after they were found guilty of match manipulation.
US warns citizens to ‘reconsider travelling to Nigeria’
The United States of America department of state has cautioned its citizens to reconsider travel to Nigeria because of violent crimes recorded in different parts of the country.
United States to face Panama, Trinidad and Tobago at Gold Cup
The United States will get a chance to exact revenge on Trinidad and Tobago at the Gold Cup after they were drawn together in a group that also features Panama and Guyana.
Ryan Giggs: Aaron Ramsey absence “a blow”
Wales manager Ryan Giggs said midfielder Aaron Ramsey missing his country’s opening Euro 2020 qualifier against Slovakia on Sunday due to injury is a “blow”.
Ryan Giggs: Gareth Bale playing in Wales’ win over Trinidad and Tobago too risky
Ryan Giggs says it was too much of a "risk" to play Gareth Bale in Wales' friendly win over Trinidad and Tobago on Wednesday.
Wales’ Ryan Giggs backs Aaron Ramsey to emulate Gareth Bale
Wales manager Ryan Giggs expects Aaron Ramsey to emulate Gareth Bale and reach a higher level by moving to Juventus at the end of the season.
Ryan Giggs: Gareth Bale tough enough to deal with Real Madrid boo-boys
Ryan Giggs has backed star man Gareth Bale to shine for Wales despite his problems at Real Madrid, where he has been targeted by disgruntled fans.
Gareth Bale in Wales squad for Euro 2020 qualifier
Gareth Bale has been included in Wales' squad for the upcoming Euro 2020 qualifier against Slovakia, despite missing Real Madrid's win over Real Valladolid on Sunday through injury.
EITI ranks Nigeria, Norway highest in extractive sector transparency
The board of the global Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) Wednesday said Nigeria and Norway have achieved the highest level of transparency marks against the EITI standard in pushing for
EU adds Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, 21 others to dirty-money blacklist
The European Commission added Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Panama and other jurisdictions to a blacklist of nations that pose a threat because of lax controls on terrorism financing and money laundering, the EU executive disclosed on Wednesday.
APC: Governor Ishaku arming thugs in Taraba
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Taraba has accused Gov. Darius Ishaku of allegedly arming political thugs across the state as part of PDP’s plans to disrupt the 2019 elections.
UN decries ‘shameful’ reprisals on rights activists in 38 countries
The UN listed 38 “shameful” countries including China and Russia on Wednesday which it said had carried out reprisals or intimidation against people cooperating with it on human rights, through killings, torture and arbitrary arrests.
No fatalities after 7.3 magnitude quake hit Venezuela
Buildings swayed and people ran into the street in panic but there were no reports of fatalities or injuries in Venezuela after the country was rocked by a 7.3-magnitude earthquake near its northeastern coast Tuesday.
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NSE indices record 0.21 percent loss
The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) market indices shed 0.21 per cent due to loses in some blue chips.
FIBA World Cup: D’Tigers departs for China on loan
The Men’s senior National Basketball Team will tonight leave for China for the final phase of their 2019 FIBA World Cup preparations.
Pass all requests for meetings with me through Abba Kyari – President Buhari tells ministers
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday told incoming ministers that all requests for meetings with him should pass through his chief of staff, Abba Kyari.
COAS: Nigerian Army ready to enhance local capacity in logistics provision
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, has expressed the readiness of Nigerian Army to enhance local capacity in providing logistics for its operations.
#RevolutionNow: Court refuses to release Omoyele Sowore
A Federal High Court in Lagos has declined to order the release of SaharaReporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore, and other persons in connection with the August 5, #RevolutionNow protest.
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Juventus preparing €10 million bid for Barcelona left-back Juan Miranda
Juventus are preparing a bid in the region of €10 million (£9m/$11m) for young Barcelona left-back Juan Miranda.
We’re ready to die defending our land – Anambra community
Residents of Odumodu in Umunya, Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State have said their monarch, Igwe Kris Onyekwuluje, should be held responsible for any calamity on any of their leaders.
APC stalwart tasks Nigerians on collaborative efforts to halt insecurity
Nigerians, irrespective of their tribe, religious and political affiliation, have been enjoined to be team players in curtailing the security challenges that have bedeviled the country in recent times.
Mu’azu Aliyu: I want to keep people guessing on what I’m up to
Former Niger State governor, Dr. Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu, has said that the reason he has decided to stay quiet for a long time is to keep people guessing on what he is up to.
Oyo Reps member supports graduate farmers with N50 million grant
A federal lawmaker under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the House of Representatives in Oyo State, Hon. Shina Abiola Peller, representing Iseyi/Kajola/Itesiwaju/Iwajowa federal constituency of Oyo State, has empowered about 120 graduate farmers in the state with over N50 million as part of efforts to improve the economic well being of the people.