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He’ll Be At Top For 12 Years – Rio Ferdinand Backs Ex-Chelsea Star To Win Ballon D’Or

February 15, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has backed former Chelsea star Jamal Musiala to win the Ballon d’Or in the future. Ferdinand believes Musiala, who currently plays for Bayern Munich, will…

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Northern Youths Burn Nigerian Flag, Decry Economic Hardship Under Tinubu’s Leadership

February 14, 2024 Omajemite Don

Northern Youths Burn Nigerian Flag. In a compelling act of protest, a group of northern youths recently burned the Nigerian flag to symbolize their discontent with the escalating cost of…

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UCL: Arsenal Could Play Man City, Real Madrid If They Beat Porto – Thierry Henry

February 14, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

Arsenal legend, Thierry Henry, has said the team could end up playing Manchester City or Real Madrid if they get past FC Porto in the Champions League last 16. The…

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Police Arrest Final Year Ondo Varsity Student Over The Alleged Murder Of Female Colleague Over Her IPhone

February 14, 2024 Omajemite Don

Olubodun Sanni, a 21-year-old final-year student of Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, has been arrested by the Ondo State Police Command in connection with the alleged murder of…

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Gunmen Abduct And Kill Lawyer In Anambra

February 13, 2024 Omajemite Don

Tragedy Strikes as Gunmen Kill Lawyer in Anambra State   In a heart-wrenching incident, Jude Oguejiofor, a lawyer hailing from the Orsumogu community in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra…

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World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles Back To Drawing Board

February 13, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

The final whistle at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations has shifted Nigeria’s football focus to the upcoming 2026 World Cup Qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic in June.…

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Gunmen Attack Okigwe Prison, Kill Police Officer, Free Inmates, Abduct Custodial Officer

February 12, 2024 Omajemite Don

OKIGWE, NIGERIA – In a brazen attack, gunmen stormed the Okigwe Correctional Farm Settlement in Imo state, Nigeria, on Monday morning, February 12th, 2024. The attack resulted in the death…

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N500m Leaked Memo: There Are Moles In Tinubu’s Govt – Onanuga Claims, Reveals Next Action

February 11, 2024 Omajemite Don

Onanuga suspects individuals within the government are leaking documents to the opposition. A leaked memo suggests N500 million was approved for a committee inauguration, sparking PDP criticism. The government is…

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AFCON 2023: Cote D’Ivoire Coach, Fae Reveals Mission Against Nigeria

February 10, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

Cote d’Ivoire head coach Emerse Fae says his team’s desire is to keep the Africa Cup of Nations trophy at home and add a third star to their orange jersey.…

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President Tinubu Signs Electricity Act Amendment Bill 2024 Into Law In Nigeria

February 10, 2024 Omajemite Don

On Friday, February 9, Nigeria’s number one man, President Bola Tinubu, signed the Electricity Act (Amendment) Bill, 2024 into law. This was disclosed in a press statement issued by his…

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AFCON 2023: Cote D’Ivoire Coach, Fae Reveals Mission Against Nigeria

February 10, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

Cote d’Ivoire head coach Emerse Fae says his team’s desire is to keep the Africa Cup of Nations trophy at home and add a third star to their orange jersey.…

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2 Killed In Fresh Attack On Benue Community

February 10, 2024 Omajemite Don

Villagers said that the fresh killings happened two days after the attacks which claimed 17 lives in three communities, including Iwili, Umogidi and Opaha in Entekpa Ward. Once again, armed…

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Again, Armed Herdsmen Kill 2, Injure Others In Benue

February 10, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

Two persons have been confirmed dead in a fresh attack by armed herdsmen in Umogidi community in Entekpa Ward of Adoka District in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State.…

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A Malian Is Behind The Ibadan Explosion – Residents Speak Up

February 10, 2024 Omajemite Don

The individual responsible for the explosion in Ibadan on Tuesday is a Malian engaged in illegal mining activities in certain areas of Oyo State, according to a report by Daily…

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Davido Flaunts Newly Acquired Diamond Teeth (Photos)

February 10, 2024 Omajemite Don

Renowned afrobeats musician David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has proudly showcased his recent acquisitions, including a new gold necklace and diamond teeth. The Grammy Award nominee flashed glittering gold…

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AFCON Final: Shocking Prophecy! Will Ivory Coast Really Steal the Cup?

February 10, 2024 Omajemite Don

Prophecy Raises Eyebrows: Nigerian Pastor Predicts AFCON Upset, Divine Intervention. Lagos, Nigeria: Ahead of the highly anticipated AFCON final between Nigeria and Ivory Coast, self-proclaimed prophet Dr. Kan Ebube Muonso…

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Student Killed In Deadly Clash With Police As Violent Protest Spread In Senegal

February 10, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

Violent demonstrations have persisted throughout Senegal, a country in West Africa, in response to President Macky Sall’s decision to postpone the nation’s presidential elections.   Ejes Gist News  reports that…

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Police Officers Who Shot Vigilante leader, Two others Detained In Delta

February 10, 2024 Omajemite Don

The Delta State Police Command has formally recognized the apprehension and custody of police officers allegedly involved in the shooting of a Vigilante Commander and two members of the Idjerhe…

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2024 Grammys: Four Buzz Moments, Defining Events Of Award Show

February 10, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

From the pre-show at the Peacock Theatre to the main event at the Crypto.com Arena, the 66th edition of the Grammys, which was held on Sunday, February 4, 2024, was…

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Navy Uncovers 15 Illegal Refineries With 2.7m Litres Capacity In Rivers

February 10, 2024 Omajemite Don

The Nigerian Navy has uncovered 15 large-scale illegal refining sites in Rivers State, capable of processing 2.7 million litres of crude oil per day. The Commander, Nigeria Navy Ship Pathfinder,…

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