Day: August 2, 2024

Former Leicester City Manager, Craig Shakespeare, Is Dead

Ganiyu Amodu

In the 2015-16 season, Shakespeare served as Claudio Ranieri’s assistant during Leicester City’s remarkable Premier League title victory and got the main job in early 2017.   Former Leicester City manager Craig Shakespeare has died at the age of 60, his family announced on Thursday. Shakespeare, who also briefly held a coaching position with the English national team in 2016, died peacefully surrounded by family according to a statement released on behalf of his family by the League Managers’ Association. He was diagnosed with cancer last October. In the 2015-16…

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JAPA: The Companion Rallies House of Reps Speaker, JAMB Registrar, Dabiri-Erewa, Others For National Discourse

Abibat Babalola

The Companion, association of Muslim men in business and the professions is hosting its 2024 Conference and 6th National Discourse next week. This is contained in a press statement signed by Muideen Adeleke and Tajudeen Balogun, the Chairman and Secretary respectively, of the Media, Mobilization and Publicity sub-committee, of the event’s National Organising Committee. The Discourse which is one of the means the organisation lends its voice on national issues of interest is themed: “Between Patriotism And Self-Preservation”, featuring a lecture, titled: “Dilemma Of The Nigerian Youth: Challenges At Home,…

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Protest Rocks Nigerian Major Cities, Grounds Businesses, Movement

Ganiyu Amodu

▪️Markets, streets deserted as police, others on standby   Several business activities were stalled as the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria# protest rock major cities across the country. Notwithstanding several warnings and appeals from the Federal Government and some Organised groups, the protesters made good of their threat today (Thursday) by gathering in designated locations across the country to protest against hardship in the country. Several businesses were affected by this move, as some businesses and shop owners failed to open for business owing to anxiety of possible mayhem. Major areas in Kaduna, Port…

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Cabals Behind Planned Nationwide Protest, Says Presidency

Abibat Babalola

The Presidency has said cabals and enemies of Nigeria opposed to President Bola Tinubu’s innovative policies and youth-inclusive government are behind tomorrow’s proposed protest. Special Adviser to President on Student Engagement, Sunday Asefon, stated this on Wednesday in Abuja during a town hall meeting on the proposed protest. The meeting was convened by the Chairman, Wells Carlton Hotel and Apartments, Mr Osahon Okunbo. According to Asefon, the cabals and bad elements are behind the move for protest because they are uncomfortable with the progress the Tinubu government was making. He…

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Vision, Hearing, Communication, Diet And Others; 10 Surprising Facts About Owls

Ganiyu Amodu

Owls are fascinating creatures with many unique characteristics. Here are ten surprising facts about these remarkable birds. Vision Owls have exceptional night vision, allowing them to see in near-total darkness. Their large eyes are specially adapted to gather more light, making them formidable nocturnal hunters. Hearing Owls have incredible hearing, which helps them locate prey even in complete darkness. Their asymmetrical ear placement allows them to pinpoint sounds with remarkable accuracy, aiding their hunting efficiency. Silence Owls are known for their silent fight. Their specially designed feathers reduce noise, allowing…

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