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 COVID-19: Beijing Closes Public Place as Mass Testing Continues COVID-19: Beijing Closes Public Place as Mass Testing Continues Authorities in the Chinese city of Beijing have closed some public spaces and stepped up checks on others, as most of the Chinese capital's 22 million residents turned up for more mass COVID-19 testing aimed at averting a Shanghai-like lockdown. Reuters report that Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan will travel to Saudi Arabia today, marking the culmination of a months-long effort to repair ties with Riyadh that included Ankara dropping a legal case on the killing of a journalist Jamal Khashoggi in Istanbul. India's northwestern Rajasthan state scheduled four hours of power cuts for factories, making it at least the third state to disrupt industrial activity to manage surging power demand amid an intense heatwave. Many schools in Colombo were shut and several train stations deserted as teachers and train drivers joined mass walkouts demanding President ...

 Trump Still Agonises Second Term Election Loss to Biden Trump Still Agonises Second Term Election Loss to Biden Eighteen months after Donald Trump lost the White House, loyal supporters continue to falsely assert that compromised balloting machines across America robbed him of the 2020 election. To stand up that bogus claim, some Trump die-hards are taking the law into their own hands -- by attempting, with some success, to compromise the voting systems themselves. Reuters report that Trump has appealed a $10,000-a-day fine and a judge's contempt ruling over his failure to comply with a subpoena for documents in a case about his business practices, his lawyer said. In a blow to Democrats' chances of maintaining a majority in the U.S. Congress, New York's highest court ruled the state's new congressional map was unconstitutionally designed to favor Democrats and ordered the lines redrawn. President Joe Biden said American teachers are being unfairly targeted in "th...

 Russia/Ukarime Face-Off: Russia Stepped Up Assaults on Ukraine Russia/Ukarime Face-Off: Russia Stepped Up Assaults on Ukraine Russian President Vladmir Putin has stepped up his assaults on eastern and southern Ukraine, Kyiv said, as he also threatened "lightning-fast" retaliation against any Western countries that intervene on Ukraine's behalf. More than two months into an invasion that has flattened cities but failed to capture the capital Kyiv, Russia has mounted a push to seize two eastern provinces in a battle the West views as a decisive turning point in the war. A Ukrainian soldier holed up in a steel works in Mariupol said his forces would fight for as long as needed and he urged world leaders to find a way to save civilians and the hundreds of troops trapped in Russia's "medieval" siege. British Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said it would be legitimate for Ukrainian forces to target Russian logistics to cripple their supply of food, fuel and munitio...

 Italian Super Agent Raiola Announced By Italian Media .........As his Entourage Deny Death Rumour Italian Super Agent Raiola Announced By Italian Media .........As his Entourage Deny Death Rumour According to several Italian media, Mino Raiola died on Thursday at the age of 54. His entourage denies it but says it at worst. The Italian is one of the most influential agents in the world of football. The Italian press announced the death this Thursday of Mino Raiola, the agent of many football stars at the age of 54, according to information reported by journalist Tancredi Palmeri, then confirmed by Tuttosport, La Repubblica and La Gazzetta dello Sport. He had undergone emergency surgery at the beginning of the year due to a lung disease, then placed in intensive care. His condition had worsened in recent weeks. A Raiola representative, however, denied this information to the Dutch media NOS. José Fortes Rodriguez, his right-hand man, says the businessman is simply "in bad shape...

 Ace Investigative Journalist, Akogun Joins Kwara House of Assembly Race Ace Investigative Journalist, Akogun Joins Kwara House of Assembly Race A renowned investigative journalist and Publisher of Fresh Insight Newspapers, Abdulrasheed Akogun,  has declared his intention to contest for the Shaare/Òkè Ọdẹ Constituency seat in the Kwara State House of Assembly in next year's general election. Akogun, who made his declaration at his Òkè Ode Ward 1 base in the Ifelodun local government area of the state on Sunday, said he is aspiring to contest the seat under the Social Democratic Party (SDP). He disclosed that his aspiration was borne out of the quest to provide a robust policy framework in alliance with the executive arm of government to ensure that the people of Share/Oke Ode Constituency enjoy good governance and dividends of democracy. Akogun also said that his experience in the media industry and participation in political activities places him in the best position to resha...

 Katsina United's Samson Lawal Elated Over National Team Call-Up Katsina United midfielder Samson Lawal is elated after earning his Nigeria U20 call-up ahead of the Flying Eagles' campaign at the WAFU B U20 Championship taking place in Niamey, capital of the Niger Republic. Seven-time African champions, the Flying Eagles will play in Group B of the WAFU B Championship alongside Ghana and Burkina Faso, with the tournament scheduled for 7th – 20th May in Niamey.  "I feel elated because nothing is better than representing your country and I give all the glory to Almighty Allah," he mused. "I just want to do my best and show the coaching crew my ability, make the family and the whole country proud. "I believe Nigeria is one of the best footballing countries within Africa if not the best and I believe the coaches have the tactical know-how together with the quality of the players within the camp and with our determination and courage, we will be able to qualify f...

 2023 Presidential Election: Major Groups Unite in Kwara for Asiwaju Tinubu's Victory Hon. Bosun Oladele 2023 Presidential Election: Major Groups Unite in Kwara for Asiwaju Tinubu's Victory As the 2023 general elections gather momentum and draws nearer with political gladiators and actors strategizing and putting in a place structures ahead of the polls, about twenty-two political groups in Kwara State routine for Asiwaji Bola Tinubu to become Nigeria President come 2023 has been amalgamated under the name North Central Agenda for Asiwaju Tinubu, Kwara State chapter. A cross-section of party faithful and group leaders at the meeting This was disclosed by Hon. Bosun Oladele, a former Federal Law Maker that represented Irepo/Oorelope/Olorunsogo Federal Constituency of Oyo State. Hon. Oladele who is also the national secretary of SWAGA 23' stated that the main reason for the amalgamation of all the groups was to work with a common purpose towards achieving a common goal of mak...

Easter Celebration: Hon. Adekola Adewoyin Felicitates with Christians Easter Celebration: Hon. Adekola Adewoyin Felicitates with Christians The Honorable representing the ever vibrant and resourceful youth of Oyo South Senatorial District in the Southern Youth Assembly of Nigeria  (SYAN), Adekola Tijani Adewoyin has felicitated with the Christian faithful on the occasion of this year's Easter celebration. Hon. Adewoyin urged Christian adherents in the state to exhibit love, peace and tolerance as it’s been preached by Jesus Christ. This Easter message was contained in a statement issued in Ibadan in on Sunday, 17th April, by his Special Assistant on Medial, Olusola Hammed, and made available to newsmen who urged all Christians to leave with their neighbour in peace, harmony, and togetherness. The youth leader in the statement stated that the Easter period is the Christian holiday, celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ three days after his crucifixion. In Christian faith, the...

 Easter celebration: Nigeria Pillar of Sports, Ejidike Charges Christians to Embrace Peace Easter celebration: Nigeria Pillar of Sports, Ejidike Charges Christians to Embrace Peace As Christian faithfuls all over the world celebrate the crucifixion and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ, the Nigeria Pillar of Sports, Chief Donatus Agu Ejidike, JP has advocated for nations of the world to embrace peace. Chief Donatus Agu Ejidike in his Easter message made available,  sounded that embracing peace at this critical period is the only panacea to the bloodletting crises, killings, arson, and heinous crimes ravaging the world including Nigeria. The sports philanthropist added that lessons of the Easter should be our watchword because Jesus Christ preached peace and love which are required ingredients for progress and development. "Jesus Christ preached peace, He died for mankind, He laid down His life to safe sinners and the world from eternal damnation, therefore, we should embra...

 NPFL 22' MD23: Sunshine Stars 0 - 0 Enugu Rangers NPFL 22' MD23: Sunshine Stars 0 - 0 Enugu Rangers Sunshine Stars put up a valiant display against Enugu Rangers, to come away with a share of the spoils in Satuday's NPFL meeting at the Awka City Stadium. In an opening half that saw few clear-cut chances our goalkeeper, Mustapha Lawal kept out the Flying Antelopes with a fine save after seven minutes. Then, defensive mainstay, Anthony Anioke timed his tackle to perfection to stop the hosts in their tracks inside our area at the stroke of half time.  After the break, Ossy Martins dragged wide, off a chance at goal mouth, before substitute, Chigozie Chilekwu drilled wide from an opening around the edge at the other end. Our boys continue to enjoy a good run in the minutes leading to the hour mark, and we almost found a way through as Jide Jimoh was released after a sweeping team move, but his effort got smothered by Seidu Mutawakilu at close range. Moment later, the lanky for...

 NPFL 22' MD23: Nasarawa United Shared the Spoil With Resilient Remo Stars NPFL 22' MD23: Nasarawa United Shared the Spoil With Resilient Remo Stars The Solid Miners were, on Saturday, 16th April, forced to a 1-1 draw by resilient Remo Stars in a rescheduled match day 23 clash at the drenched New Jos Stadium, Plateau State. The home side who looked more comfortable in the early phases of the game almost opened scoring but Chinedu Udechukwu's free kick belter ricocheted against the wall. Moments later, returnee midfielder, Michael Tochukwu, tried a shot from distance which riggled through the traffic but for the consciousness of Bankole Kayode in goal for the visitors. That was quickly followed by another strike from King Osanga, and again, the goalkeeper was alive to the threat. United caused more stir for the away side when Joshua Ogbole rifled in a thunderous shot from range but it went inches wide for a goal kick. Remo weathered the storm and made their only attempt befo...

 NPFL MD21: Ohanachom Haunts Former Club as Nasarawa United Move up the Table NPFL MD21: Ohanachom Haunts Former Club as Nasarawa United Move up the Table Nasarawa United moved to 9th place on the Nigeria Professional Football League table with a comfortable 2-0 win over Naze Millionaires, Heartland FC, at their temporary shelter at the New Jos Stadium, Plateau State on Wednesday. Still basking in the euphoria of last Sunday's victory over visiting Shooting Stars, the Governor A.A. Sule wards began the onslaught on their eastern guests when  Chinedu Ohanachom turned against his former Club after being picked up by a beautiful pass from Adamu Hassan to open scoring in the 9th minute. Not just done yet, the Solid Miners who seem to be adapting quickly to their new-found Jos home pressed further to double the scoreline but Chinedu Ohanachom's acrobatic effort flipped inches wide in the 19th minute. Shortly after that, Heartland turned defence to attack and thought they had levele...

 Use Ramadan Period to Pray for Peace and Unity of Nigeria - Hon. Oladeji  Ganiyat  Folakemi Urges Muslims Use Ramadan Period to Pray for Peace and Unity of Nigeria - Hon. Oladeji Ganiyat Folakemi Urges Muslims A former Senior Special Assistant to the governor of Niger State on Entrepreneurship, Hon.  Oladeji Adegbite  Ganiyat Folakemi  has encouraged Muslim faithfuls all over the country to pray for the peace, unity, and development of Nigeria. Hon.  Ganiyat Folakemi made the appeal in an interview with journalists recently in Ibadan, Oyo state capital. The politician cum philanthropist, who is also an aspirant for the Irepo, Orelope, and Olorunsogo Federal Constituency of Oyo State to the Green Chamber of National Assembly said Nigeria needs the prayers of all Muslims during this Holy Month of Ramadan. Hon. Oladeji Adegbite Ganiyat Folakemi opined that the peace and unity of Nigeria are not negotiable, saying all hands must be on deck to strengthen...

 NFF/Sports Ministry to Take Bold Steps at Fixing Nigeria Football; Both Parties are United on the Appointment of a Foreign Coach NFF/Sports Ministry to Take Bold Steps at Fixing Nigeria Football; Both Parties are United on the Appointment of a Foreign Coach By Adewale Ajayi It was a close-door meeting that started at exactly 4.10 pm on Monday at the office of the minister of youth and sports development, Sunday Dare  The meeting was at the instance of the sports minister and present at that meeting were NFF the Presidentt Amaju Melvin Pinnick and his General Secretary, Sanusi Mohammed.  The minister used the occasion to review the events of Tuesday, March 29, and all that happened. thereafter and asked the NFF to immediately set in motion modalities for the employment of a new coach for the Super Eagles.  For the records, at no point during this meeting did anyone mention the appointment of former Super Eagles Captain and coach  Sunday Oliseh. He was never con...

Oladeji Ganiyat Mourns Ex- Atisbo LG Chairman, Hon. Akogun Hon. Owolabi Akogun Oladeji Ganiyat Mourns Ex- Atisbo LG Chairman, Hon. Akogun The former Senior Special Assistant to the governor of Niger State, Hon. Oladeji Ganiyat Folakemi, has expressed condolences to the family of the immediate past chairman of Atisbo local government area of Oyo State, Hon. Wasiu Owolabi Akogun. Akogun, who until his death a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), died on Monday at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH) where he was receiving treatment after he had an accident last Thursday. In a condolence message she personally signed, Hon. Oladeji Ganiyat Folakemi, said the death of Akogun, who clocked forty last year is a colossal lost not only to his family, but the whole of Oyo state and APC family nationally. Folakemi described the late Akogun as a peace loving man, a great politician, hunmble, lover of Oke-Ogun people and a non-tribalistic Nigerian who offered selfless servi...

  King's Cup Lagos Super 8: Foreign Scout to Storm Lagos King's Cup Lagos Super 8: Foreign Scout to Storm Lagos Top football scouts from Europe are expected in the country for a 5-day football scouting tournament. The tournament organized by 36 Lion Investment in conjunction with Olaz Sports, TTMIB Worldwide and Spartacus will be held in Lagos from 18th - 22nd April, 2022. According to event facilitator, 36 Lion Investment, the five-day tournament would be graced by a team of experienced scouts from abroad. The tournament tagged King's Cup Lagos Super 8 is powered by General Alexander Odeareduo Ogomudia (RTD), Nasir Yusuf (Deputy Governor of Kano), Okpalo Pictures Nig Ltd, Broad Mgt Zone Ltd and 36 Lion Investment Ltd. A statement released on Monday by organizers said the tournament which will be an intense 5 days of football matches should have eight teams involved. They are 36 Lion FC, Box2Box FC, Glory Boys FC, Broad City, JO Sporting FC, G-12 FC, King's Sports FC an...

 NWFL Super Six Teams Emerge, as Last Regular Games Hold NWFL Super Six Teams Emerge, as Last Regular Games Hold For the first time in three successive seasons, the NWFL Premiership League will not record a photo finish as all the teams for the Super Six have emerged before the final games in the regular season, which ends on Wednesday. All the top six teams that qualified for the NWFL Super Six from each of the two groups are confirmed going into the final group matches regardless of the results.  The teams confirmed for the Super Six are Edo Queens, Nasarawa Amazons, and Naija Ratels in Group A, while Group B has Bayelsa Queens, Rivers Angels, and Delta Queens. The only changes that may be witnessed will be on the final placements of the clubs going into the Super Six, none of the clubs will drop from the Super Six zone.  The swap in position on top of the table may be witnessed only in Group A, if Nasarawa Amazons defeat Naija Ratels on Wednesday in their last game tha...

 NPFL 22': Sunshine Stars Pips 10-Man Plateau United 1 - 0 NPFL 22': Sunshine Stars Pips 10-Man Plateau United 1 - 0 Kolade Adeniji's goal proved decisive as Sunshine Stars triumphed 1-0 at home to 10-man Plateau United in a frenetic match day 20 meeting at the Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu Ode on Sunday. A display defined by willpower and resilience drove the Owena Whales to the victory that brought the Tinboy'sy boy's invincible run to a halt, after 12 matches. The starting shirts handed Ebonam Nwagboga, Azeez, Ajagbe, and Ejike Uzoechi by acting Head Coach, Kayode Adeyemi meant no fewer than three changes were made to the side that lost to today's opponents in the last game of the first stanza. Our boys edged the early ball possesion and had the first opening at goal when Azeez Ajagbe released Samson Olasupo after five minutes, but the latter's shot was kept out by Suraj Ayeleso, while Ikenna Cooper sent his effort on the rebound Mustapha Lawal who again prove...

 NPFL MD20:  Adamu Hassan Returns With a Bang as Nasarawa United Beats 3SC 2 - 0 NPFL MD20: Adamu Hassan Returns With a Bang as Nasarawa United Beats 3SC 2 - 0 Nasarawa United kick-started the second phase of the 2021/22 Nigeria Professional0 Football League Season with an emphatic 2-0 win over hapless Shooting Stars Sport Club of Ibadan at their new-found home in Jos, the Plateau State Capital on Sunday evening. After a slow start in the first stanza of the season, the Solid Miners made real their intentions to turn around the tide during the second stage of the league, and this they began against visiting Shooting Stars who had won the first-leg 1-0 before their home crowd at the Lekan Salami Sports Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan, Oyo State, on 20th March. The home side looked more threatening from the blast of the whistle and never reneged as they continued to deploy every mechanism to find a way through. The first-half saw former  junior international, King Osanga, who...

 Volleyball: Kwara United bows to Kada Kings at Super Cup opener in Lagos Volleyball: Kwara United bows to Kada Kings at Super Cup opener in Lagos Kada Kings defeated Kwara United 3-1 (25-22, 24-26, 25-23, 25-21) in the men's opening match at the ongoing 2022 Nigeria Volleyball Super Cup in Lagos state on Sunday. Kada Kings began their quest by winning the first set of the game 25-22 before Kwara United took the second set by 26-24. Kwara United lost their momentum in the third and fourth set as Kada Kings took both sets 25-23, 25-21. The Head Coach of Kada Kings, Jonathan Thaj said his boys will not get carried away by the win over newly promoted Kwara United. He said their target is to test run their chances of excelling at the 2022 Nigeria Volleyball Premier League. Thaj said, "For the team, the win against Kwara United is a testimony that the boys are ready for the bigger picture. Kwara United gave us a good fight but we took the deserved victory. "We are not afraid o...

 Meet 19 Year Old FC Barcelona Academy Graduate Daniel 'Ziko' Ufele Who Promises Something New to Flying Eagles Meet 19 Year Old FC Barcelona Academy Graduate Daniel 'Ziko' Ufele Who Promises Something New to Flying Eagles Skilful, inspiring, talented, special, Daniel 'Ziko' Ufele's raw talent and intelligence on the ball are the special qualities wing wizards like Marc Overmars, Emmanuel Amuneke and Eden Hazard are blessed with.  Very few players have started off as teenage sensations and continued in brilliant form through much of their young career.  Daniel Ufele's talent can be unarguably described as one that would continue to flourish with lot of potentials to harness.  A kid who came from a very rich footballing background and learned the trade of football from the famous FC Barcelona of Spain Academy. His Uncle Ernest Ufele, was a former Ex-Rangers Football Club of Enugu player, who also had a stint with the Super Eagles and his Dad was a very go...

 2023 General Election: A consensus Candidate will not be Acceptable - Hon. Bosun Oladele 2023 General Election: A consensus Candidate will not be Acceptable - Hon. Bosun Oladele The South-West Agenda for Asiwaju 2023 (SWAGA’23) has this week said the idea of a consensus presidential candidate for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is unacceptable as it will cause rancor and division in the party. The party, at its national convention last week produced its new set of National Working Committee (NWC) members through a consensus arrangement. However, when asked if the party’s presidential candidate for the 2023 general elections will emerge through the same process, Hon. Bosun Oladele, SWAGA’s National Secretary said the issue of consensus will not be accepted as all intending aspirants should be made to slug it out for the ticket.  According to him, nobody should try to get the APC presidential ticket through the backdoor. The former Law Maker noted there is nothing li...