39 m. ago EPL: Asensio’s double compound more woes on Chelsea at Villa

Marco Asensio’s first goals for Aston Villa clinched a dramatic 2-1 win against spluttering Chelsea after a costly blunder from Blues keeper Filip Jorgensen. Enzo Fernandez’s quick-fire opener put Chelsea ahead at Villa Park in a battle between top four hopefuls chasing qualification for next season’s Champions League. But Asensio, who signed on loan from Read More

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3 h. ago Many feared dead as cocoa farmers, ‘produce thieves’ clash in Edo

Tribune Online Many feared dead as cocoa farmers, ‘produce thieves’ clash in Edo The Edo Police Command on Saturday confirmed that five persons were and four others injured in the clash between cocoa farmers and some alleged produce thieves in the agrarian community of Gbelemotin in Ovia South-West Local Government Area of Edo State. The clash which started on Thursday night escalated on Friday morning as those believed […] Many feared dead as cocoa farmers, ‘produce thieves’ clash in Edo Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Edo cocoa farmers battle produce thieves; many reported killed

From Tony Osauzo, Benin A heavy clash has reportedly occurred between cocoa farmers and some produce thieves in the agrarian community of Gbelemotin in Ovia South-West Local Government Area of Edo State last Friday night. It was learnt that many people were feared killed and houses burnt in the attack and counter-attacks that occurred on […] The post Edo cocoa farmers battle produce thieves; many reported killed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Anambra: Ozo Awka praises Soludo’s security and infrastructure gains

Seeks assistance in electing new town union president From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Ozo title holders in Awka community, Anambra State, have praised Governor Chukwuma Soludo for the giant strides so far made by his administration in the infrastructural development of the state, particularly in Awka Capital City and the Awka Capital Development Area. The group, […] The post Anambra: Ozo Awka praises Soludo’s security and infrastructure gains appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Abuja Real Estate Tycoon Abdulhakeem Bello Marks Golden Jubilee Birthday

The city of Abuja, the nation’s capital, became agog on Wednesday the February 5, 2025, as Alhaji Dr. Abdulhakeem Oyeniyi Bello (Asiwaju), the chairman/CEO of one of the leading real estate firms in the city, Realscope Holdings Ltd, marked his 50th birthday. The classy Rainbow Event Marquee located in the Garki area of Abuja was […]

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6 h. ago EPL: Man United fight back to secure dramatic draw at Everton

Manchester United on Saturday staged a late comeback to earn a 2-2 dramatic draw at Everton after they looked set to plunge deeper into crisis at Goodison Park. Everton’s resurgence under their returning manager David Moyes – formerly of United – looked set to continue as they exerted total domination in the first 45 minutes Read More

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11 h. ago Praise for “remarkable progress” of Rugby School Nigeria’s “world

Rugby School Global is delighted to report outstanding progress on the development of Rugby School Nigeria, following a site visit to its state-of-the-art campus at Eko Atlantic City, Lagos. With the school set to welcome its first A Level students this September, and the full senior school opening in September 2026, excitement continues to build Read More

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12 h. ago Blockchain: Expert highlights potential to transform Africa’s economy, governance

Blockchain expert, Danny Oyekan, has said that technology is increasingly recognised as a transformative force in Africa, potentially revolutionising financial systems, trade, and governance. Oyekan in a statement made available to PUNCH Online on Saturday also stated that Blockchain could bridge economic gaps, drive financial inclusion, and enhance transparency across the continent with the right Read More

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13 h. ago Nnamdi Kanu alerts public on alleged executive, judicial fraud against him

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia   The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu has accused the executive and judiciary of perpetrating fraud against him since his extraordinary rendition in 2021. In the light of this, Kanu has therefore vowed not to make himself available again to be tried by any judge […] The post Nnamdi Kanu alerts public on alleged executive, judicial fraud against him appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago How I was expelled while preparing to attend 1992 NUGA – Sowore

Nigerian politician and human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, shares his love for running and other sports, in this interview with ABIODUN ADEWALE You’ve participated in some editions of the Lagos City Marathon. What’s your connection with sports? Resilience. The marathon is one of the few endeavours I’ve engaged in that shows that even when you Read More

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21 h. ago Tales of frustrated Nigerian medical graduates extorted for internship slots

As the number of graduates from health-related courses, particularly Pharmacy, Nursing, and Medical Laboratory Science, continues to rise, there are claims that they are being forced to pay bribes to health facilities or engage in unethical practices to secure internship placements amid limited available slots and intense competition, writes VICTOR AYENI When Peter Ezenwa graduated Read More

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28 h. ago UCL: Liverpool To Play PSG In Last 16, Real Madrid, Atletico Set For Another Clash (Full List)

Liverpool will take on Paris Saint-Germain in the last 16 of this season’s Champions League after the teams were paired together in Friday’s draw. Recall that the English side finished first in the 36-team league phase of the competition to qualify directly for this stage, while PSG had to come through a two-legged play-off tie […] The post UCL: Liverpool To Play PSG In Last 16, Real Madrid, Atletico Set For Another Clash (Full List) appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Federal Gov’t To Fill Top Management Vacancies In 4 Paramilitary Services

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has announced that vacant top management positions in the four paramilitary services will be filled by the end of March 2025. The chairman of the Board and Minister of Interior, represented by the Controller-general of the Federal Fire Service (FFS), Abdulganiyu Jaji, shared this update […]

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29 h. ago Ogbe Stadium tragedy: Gov Okpebholo  expresses condolences, chides PDP for celebrating death of Pius Etim 

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, yesterday, expressed deep sadness and condolences to the family of Pius Etim, a young man who tragically lost his life due to an unfortunate incident on Thursday evening at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City, following a heavy rainfall. A heavy wind that preceded the […] The post Ogbe Stadium tragedy: Gov Okpebholo  expresses condolences, chides PDP for celebrating death of Pius Etim  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago New regional commissions, projects to drive growth in Niger Delta – Minister

The Federal Government has unveiled new initiatives to foster development in Nigeria’s Delta region. The Minister of Regional Development, Abubakar Momoh, shared updates during the 2025 ministerial press briefing on Friday, highlighting the creation of two new regional commissions and the advancement of several infrastructure projects that will transform the Niger Delta. The Ministry of Read More

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31 h. ago UPDATED: Hides and skin consumption affects job creation —FG

Tribune Online UPDATED: Hides and skin consumption affects job creation —FG The Federal Government has cautioned against the consumption of hides and skin, warning that it deprives the country of valuable jobs and economic benefits. Speaking at the ministerial briefing organized by the Ministry of Information and National Orientation on Friday, Minister of Livestock Development, Mukhtar Maiha, stated that hides and skin has an estimated market […] UPDATED: Hides and skin consumption affects job creation —FG Tribune Online

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31 h. ago Haaland doubtful for Man City’s Premier League clash with Liverpool

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has revealed that Erling Haaland remains a doubt for Sunday’s crucial Premier League clash against read more Haaland doubtful for Man City’s Premier League clash with Liverpool

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31 h. ago UCL: Madrid To Face Atletico As Liverpool Battle PSG In Round Of 16

Real Madrid will take on City rivals Atletico Madrid in the round of 16 stage of the UEFA Champions League. The pairing was confirmed at the draw, which took place on Friday, February 21, 2025. In another exciting fixture, Premier League leaders Liverpool will take on Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain. It will be an […]

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39 h. ago EPL: Liverpool suffer major injury blow ahead of Man City clash

By Seyi Babalola Arne Slot, Liverpool’s manager, has confirmed that Cody Gakpo will miss the club’s Premier League trip to Manchester City this weekend. The Reds are still sweating over the fitness of the Dutch forward. Gakpo did not feature in the 2-2 draw at Aston Villa due to a knock he sustained in last […] The post EPL: Liverpool suffer major injury blow ahead of Man City clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Ado Ekiti’s transformation and Oyebanji’s ‘Slum to Wealth’ strategy

Tribune Online Ado Ekiti’s transformation and Oyebanji’s ‘Slum to Wealth’ strategy If there is any policy that is topmost in Osun State Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s heart, it is making Ado-Ekiti assume the status of a befitting state capital. By his own estimation, the town is not just the capital city, but Ekiti’s ‘living room’. Whatever impression a visitor forms about the town, inadvertently represents the general […] Ado Ekiti’s transformation and Oyebanji’s ‘Slum to Wealth’ strategy Tribune Online

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