. The Three Lions fell at the final hurdle once more England fell at the final hurdle once more as Spain won a tightly contested Euro 2024 final in Berlin. The Three Lions came so close to glory at the last Euros, losing to Italy in a heartbreaking penalty shootout at Wembley, but Gareth Southgate’s side made a bright start in Berlin in what was a cagey final against Spain. But Nico Williams gave Spain the lead before Jordan Pickford was forced into a stunning save to deny Lamine…
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BREAKING: Chima Wins Nigerian Idol Season 9
A contestant, Chima, has won the ninth season of the popular music reality show, Nigerian Idol. Chima emerged as the show’s season 9 winner after several weeks of rigorous training and intense performances. Recall that three finalists— Chima, Lammy, and Chioma— had fought many ‘battles’ to get to the final; and their respective fans are wracked with nervousness as they hope and pray for their ‘faves’ to win this night. READ ALSO: Residents Trapped as Building Collapses in Osun Lagos Bars Danfo, Korope From Statewide Operations Retreat: NIMC, REPS COLLABORATE…
Read MoreResidents Trapped as Building Collapses in Osun
Fear gripped residents of Sabo area in Osogbo, Osun state, on Sunday as an abandoned building, reportedly frequented by hoodlums, collapsed. According to The Nation, the collapse occurred around 7:30 am, trapping five individuals inside the building. The structure, an unfinished and neglected storey building, had been used by various criminal elements as a hideout before its collapse. A local resident, Tunde, described the building as a notorious spot for cultists and other miscreants, noting that it had been raided several times by security forces prior to the incident. “As…
Read MoreLagos Bars Danfo, Korope From Statewide Operations
. Fixes October 1 deadline for full implementation The Lagos State Government has said there’s no going back on the planned enforcement banning operations of all unregulated commercial bus operations, such as Danfos and Koropes, along the Lekki-Epe corridor, from October 1, 2024. The Vanguard quoted special adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on transportation, Sola Giwa, to have disclosed this in a chat with the newspaper on Saturday, July 14. ‘20% To 7.2%,’ NNPC Reacts As Dangote Says Firm’s Stake in His Refinery Depleted He said that the reminder on…
Read More‘20% To 7.2%,’ NNPC Reacts As Dangote Says Firm’s Stake in His Refinery Depleted
“We made a commercial decision to cap our investment at the amount already paid.” Word-for-word of what NNPCL spokesman, Olufemi Soneye, said on the claim by Dangote Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, says the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited no longer owns 20 percent stake in Dangote Petroleum Refinery, a statement that has drawn a reaction from the state oil firm. Speaking during a press briefing at the refinery on Sunday, Dangote said NNPC now owns 7.2 percent of the refinery over failure to pay the balance of…
Read MoreRetreat: NIMC, REPS COLLABORATE ON GOOD WORKING RELATIONSHIP, SUCCESS OF DIGITAL IDENTITY
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and the members of the House of Representatives Committee on National Population held a retreat themed Identity Management and Legislative Oversight to seek areas of collaboration towards the achievement of the Commission’s mandate and foster a harmonious working relationship. Speaking at the retreat, the NIMC Director General, Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote says that the retreat, amongst many, aims at re-acquainting the committee members with the activities of the Commission as well as its mandate and mission. READ ALSO: ‘He’s Just 20 Year-Old,’ What To Know…
Read More‘He’s Just 20 Year-Old,’ What To Know About Thomas Crooks, Trump-Rally Shooter
Following an attempt on the life of former United States President Donald Trump at a political rally on Saturday, July 13, 2024, in Pennsylvania, authorities have identified the shooter as 20-year-old Thomas Crooks. “Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, is the subject involved in the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump on July 13, in Butler, Pennsylvania,” USA Today quoted the Federal Bureau of Investigation as saying in a statement on Sunday. The bureau added, “This remains an active and ongoing investigation, and anyone with information that…
Read More‘Tragedy For Democracy,’ World Leaders Speak On Shooting At Trump Rally
▪️French President Macron, Canadian PM Justin Trudeau; UK PM Keir Starmer; German Chancellor Olaf Scholz; Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum and others; roll call of leaders and what they said. Leaders around the world have condemned the assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump on Saturday and expressed concern for him. The Republican presidential candidate was at a rally in Pennsylvania when shots were fired and he was injured in the right ear. The FBI has named 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks as the man suspected of carrying out the…
Read MoreFor Prince Nduka Obaigbena At 65, By Friday Olokor
“In August 2022, I was issued a Query for attending the burial of Obaigbena’s mother in Owa – Oyibu; Earlier before then, after I had posted this photo (with him) when I was his Guest on his invitation, I was warned (I can still trace this chat on WhatsApp) by those who have been paying economic pilgrimages to Government Houses especially in Oyo, Osun, Ondo, Ogun and States, and even The Villa.” “A true hero is not inspired by their strength, but by their ability to inspire and lead…
Read MoreFire Ravages Emir Sanusi’s Palace in Kano, Throne and Valuables Destroyed
A devastating fire outbreak occurred at the palace of Emir Lamido Sanusi in Kano, destroying the throne, air conditioners, and other valuables. The incident happened on Friday night at the Gidan Rumfa palace, where the embattled Emir Sanusi sits every Monday for court sessions. According to sources, the fire started around 11 pm and is suspected to have been caused by an intruder who broke into the palace and set the fire before locking the door. The Chief of Staff to Emir Sanusi, Dan Buram Kano, confirmed the incident and…
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