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Ademola Lookman is CAF Player of the Year 2024

At the prestigious 2024 CAF Awards held in Marrakech, Morocco, Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, Zambian striker Barbra Banda, and South African goalkeeper Ronwen Williams emerged as the standout winners, celebrating the exceptional achievements in African football over the past year. The glamorous

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December 16, 2024

Sports

Southampton Football Club Sacked Manager Russell Martin

Southampton Football Club has parted ways with manager Russell Martin following a heavy 5-0 defeat against Tottenham, leaving the team nine points adrift of safety in the Premier League. Russell Martin was appointed as the manager of Southampton in June 2023 and

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December 16, 2024

Sports

Late Drama at Etihad as Manchester United’s Two Late Strikes Deepen Man City Woes.

In a thrilling finale to the 195th Manchester Derby, Manchester United staged a stunning comeback to defeat Manchester City 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium, marking a significant milestone for new manager Ruben Amorim. The match started with a sense of anticipation but

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December 15, 2024

Grassroots

Itele High School Class of 1990 Old Student Holds End-of-Year Get Together

On December 14, 2024, the Itele High School old students Association, held a memorable end-of-year gathering, bringing together alumni from the 1990 set. The event was a heartwarming celebration of friendship, shared memories, and the journey each member has taken since graduating.

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December 15, 2024

News

End of an Era: Assad’s Regime Falls as Rebels Seize Damascus and Promise a New Dawn for Syria

Bashar al-Assad’s 24-year regime, appears to be drawing to a close. Reports indicate that on the morning of December 8, 2024, rebel forces took control of the capital city. The former Ophthalmologist turned dictator was reported to have fled the city of

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December 8, 2024

News

BREAKING: Ekiti Court remands Dele Farotimi for alleged defamation of Afe Babalola

Human rights lawyer and activist Dele Farotimi has been brought before an Ekiti State Magistrate Court. He was arrested in Lagos on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, by operatives of the Ekiti State police command and appeared in court at approximately 10:25 AM

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December 4, 2024

News

More Calls for Immediate Release of Dele Farotimi. #FREEDELEFAROTIMI

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged the immediate and unconditional release of human rights activist Dele Farotimi. He condemned Farotimi’s arrest as unacceptable, stating, “I have been informed that Farotimi faces defamation charges—an issue that, in normal circumstances, should not involve

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December 4, 2024

Grassroots

Voodoo induced slumber Incident Shakes Chevron Drive Community

In a bizarre turn of events, residents of an estate near Chevron Drive in Lekki, Lagos state found themselves mysteriously slumbering, allegedly due to a voodoo ritual placed at the estate’s gate. This unusual event has left the community in disbelief and

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December 4, 2024

News

UPDATE: Dele Farotimi Arrested by Nigerian Police

On Tuesday, Nigerian authorities apprehended human rights attorney and political activist Dele Farotimi following a defamation complaint lodged by Tony Elumelu, Chairman of the United Bank for Africa Group. Pro-democracy advocate Omoyele Sowore shared the news on his “X” account, stating, “I

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December 3, 2024

News

BREAKING NEWS: Dele Farotimi Arrested by Nigerian Police

More to come..

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December 3, 2024

Economy·News

Central Bank of Nigeria Plans Major Workforce Reduction Amid Strategic Restructuring

The Central Bank of Nigeria is reportedly planning to lay off around 1,000 employees as part of a strategic workforce restructuring effort. An allocation of over N50 billion has been designated for severance packages associated with this initiative. This move, spearheaded by

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December 2, 2024

Life & Style·News

Belgian Sex Workers Granted Employment Rights

Warning – contains descriptions of a sexual nature In Belgium, sex workers have been granted comprehensive employment rights, including maternity leave, sick days, and pensions. This landmark legislation, effective from Sunday, aligns their rights with those in other professions, leading some advocates

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December 1, 2024

Grassroots

Abuja Native Doctor Hospitalized After Shooting Self While Testing “Bulletproof” Charm

The Nigeria Police Force in Abuja has reported that a local herbalist, Ismail Usman, from Kuchibuyi Village in Kubwa, accidentally shot himself while testing a so-called ‘bulletproof’ charm. The incident, which took place on Friday, prompted immediate medical attention, and Usman was

by News Room

December 1, 2024

Economy

VDM Submits Petitions Against Access Bank On Behalf Of A Widow

Just a week after Access Bank asserted that there was no missing N500 million from a customer’s account, popular social media influencer Vincent Otse, known as “VeryDarkMan,” has filed a petition against the bank on behalf of a widow, alleging that N500

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December 1, 2024

News

PETER OBI VISITS ATIKU ABUBAKAR IN ADAMAWA STATE

Peter Obi, former Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 Nigerian elections, visited Atiku Abubakar, his counterpart from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), at Atiku’s residence in Adamawa State on Saturday November 30, 2024. Atiku confirmed the visit in a tweet, stating,

by News Room

December 1, 2024

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Ademola Lookman is CAF Player of the Year 2024

Southampton Football Club Sacked Manager Russell Martin

Late Drama at Etihad as Manchester United’s Two Late Strikes Deepen Man City Woes.

Itele High School Class of 1990 Old Student Holds End-of-Year Get Together

End of an Era: Assad’s Regime Falls as Rebels Seize Damascus and Promise a New Dawn for Syria

BREAKING: Ekiti Court remands Dele Farotimi for alleged defamation of Afe Babalola

More Calls for Immediate Release of Dele Farotimi. #FREEDELEFAROTIMI

Voodoo induced slumber Incident Shakes Chevron Drive Community

UPDATE: Dele Farotimi Arrested by Nigerian Police

BREAKING NEWS: Dele Farotimi Arrested by Nigerian Police

Central Bank of Nigeria Plans Major Workforce Reduction Amid Strategic Restructuring

Belgian Sex Workers Granted Employment Rights

Abuja Native Doctor Hospitalized After Shooting Self While Testing “Bulletproof” Charm

VDM Submits Petitions Against Access Bank On Behalf Of A Widow

PETER OBI VISITS ATIKU ABUBAKAR IN ADAMAWA STATE

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