96 m. ago Abubakar Lawal: Death of Nigerian footballer in Uganda confirmed

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the death of a former Nigerian Under-20 international footballer, Mr Abubakar Lawal, in Uganda. The Acting Spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, in a statement issued in Abuja, said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is deeply saddened by the tragic death of […] The post Abubakar Lawal: Death of Nigerian footballer in Uganda confirmed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Ugandan police investigate mysterious death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal

Ugandan authorities have launched an investigation into the death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal, who allegedly fell from a shopping read more Ugandan police investigate mysterious death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal

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4 h. ago FG demands probe into death of Nigerian footballer in Uganda 

The Federal Government has called for a full investigation into the death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal in Uganda. Lawal, a professional player with Vipers Sports Club, was reported to have fallen from the third floor of Voicemall Shopping Arcade in Kampala on Monday morning. The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Read More

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4 h. ago FG demands probes into death of Nigerian footballer in Uganda 

The Federal Government has called for a full investigation into the death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal in Uganda. Lawal, a professional player with Vipers Sports Club, was reported to have fallen from the third floor of Voicemall Shopping Arcade in Kampala on Monday morning. The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Read More

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26 h. ago Nigerian footballer, Abubakar Lawal, falls to death in Uganda

Ugandan police said Monday they were investigating the death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal who fell from a shopping mall balcony in Kampala. The 29-year-old striker played for local premiership club Vipers. He fell from the third floor of Voicemall Shopping Arcade early on Monday, police said in a statement. He had been visiting a Read More

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4 d. ago “Mohbad Was Responsible Husband, Never A Drug Addict” – Wunmi Aloba

Wunmi Aloba, the widow of late Nigerian singer Mohbad, has shared her deep sorrow over his death, while clarifying misconceptions, including allegations about him being an addict. During a recent interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Wunmi spoke about her late husband’s life and struggles, sharing that she feels God “cheated” him by allowing his […] The post “Mohbad Was Responsible Husband, Never A Drug Addict” – Wunmi Aloba appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago He was a consummate freedom fighter, Afe Babalola mourns Clark’s death

Tribune Online He was a consummate freedom fighter, Afe Babalola mourns Clark’s death Founder of Afe Babalola University Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, has described the late Chief Edwin Clark as a consummate freedom fighter who will be greatly missed for his role in the country. Babalola, in a condolence message made available to the Nigerian Tribune on Thursday, said the death of the leader of the Pan […] He was a consummate freedom fighter, Afe Babalola mourns Clark’s death Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Ndume demands probe into USAID’s operations over terrorism financing allegation

The lawmaker representing Borno South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Ali Ndume, has said the operations of the United States Agency for International Development, in Nigeria is suspicious. The former Senate Chief Whip stated this on Wednesday during an appearance on Arise News programme, Prime Time. Ndume’s comment comes days after US Congressman Scott Read More

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7 d. ago Auto crash: NANS sympathises with Federal University Lokoja over students’ death

Tribune Online Auto crash: NANS sympathises with Federal University Lokoja over students’ death The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has expressed its deep condolences to the management and students of Federal University Lokoja following the tragic auto crash that claimed the lives of five students from the university. “This unfortunate incident has left the Nigerian students in a state of sorrow, and our thoughts […] Auto crash: NANS sympathises with Federal University Lokoja over students’ death Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Atiku demands probe into take over of Assembly by security personnel

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for a  horough investigation into a viral video showing armed security personnel at the Lagos State House of Assembly. Abubakar, in a statement, described the action of the security agencies as an assault on the country’s democracy. He said that it was bewildering that the security operatives reportedly […] The post Atiku demands probe into take over of Assembly by security personnel appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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