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NFF AWAIT FIFA’s RULING ON $1m CLAIM BY ROHR FOR ‘UNFAIR’ DISMISSAL

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is awaiting a ruling from FIFA on a $1m compensation claim by former coach Gernot Rohr for unfair dismissal. Rohr, Nigeria's longest-serving manager after taking charge in August 2016, was sacked in December just four weeks before the delayed 2021 Nations Cup kicked off in Cameroon. The NFF had agreed to pay Rohr's salary until the end of his contract, which expires in December 2022, but he […]

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Foreign

MANCHESTER UNITED APPOINT ERIK TEN HAG AS NEW MANAGER

Manchester United have appointed Ajax boss, Erik Ten Hag as their new manager, to replace interim Ralf Rangnick at the end of the season. Ten Hag was in pole position to land the job over Mauricio Pochettino, with reports revealing compensation is below £2m. The 52-year-old has now signed a three-year deal with the option of a further 12 months.

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Foreign

BELGIAN MINISTER STEPS DOWN TO CARE FOR SICK HUSBAND

Belgian Foreign Minister, Sophie Wilmès says she will temporarily step down to care for her husband, who has been diagnosed with brain cancer. Wilmès, who also serves as deputy prime minister, will take leave until "the end of the summer", when her family will reassess the situation. She said she made the move "in perfect consultation with the prime minister". In a statement, Prime Minister Alexander De Croo said Wilmès's […]

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South East

GUNMEN DESTROY THREE POLICE VEHICLES IN ANAMBRA STATE.

Three vehicles were destroyed yesterday as gunmen attacked a police station in Anambra State. The gunmen stormed the facility in Anaku, Ayamelum Local Government Area of the state in the early hours of yesterday but were repelled by police officers on duty, a situation that forced them to flee. The spokesman of the Anambra State Police Command, Tochukwu Ikenga who confirmed the attack said the gunmen after being successfully repelled […]

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South East

GUNMEN DESTROY THREE POLICE VEHICLES IN ANAMBRA STATE.

Three vehicles were destroyed yesterday as gunmen attacked a police station in Anambra State. The gunmen stormed the facility in Anaku, Ayamelum Local Government Area of the state in the early hours of yesterday but were repelled by police officers on duty, a situation that forced them to flee. The spokesman of the Anambra State Police Command, Tochukwu Ikenga who confirmed the attack said the gunmen after being successfully repelled […]

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Politics

PDP AGAIN EXTENDS SALE OF NOMINATION FORM

The People's Democratic Party (PDP) has further adjusted its timetable and schedule of activities, thereby extending the closing dates for the purchase of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for the 2023 general elections to Friday, April 22, 2022. PDP in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba today said the decision was taken after a thorough consideration of various issues and concerns, noting that under the reviewed […]

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Politics

PDP AGAIN EXTENDS SALE OF NOMINATION FORM

The People's Democratic Party (PDP) has further adjusted its timetable and schedule of activities, thereby extending the closing dates for the purchase of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for the 2023 general elections to Friday, April 22, 2022. PDP in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba today said the decision was taken after a thorough consideration of various issues and concerns, noting that under the reviewed […]

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National

PRESIDENT BUHARI MEETS SERVICE CHIEFS AND MINISTERS IN ABUJA

President Muhammadu Buhari today met with heads of security establishments and some Ministers at the State House in Abuja. The meeting comes after recommendations by the National Council of State over the security challenges in the country. Physically in attendance were the Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha the Chief of Staff to the President, Ibrahim Gambari and the National Security Adviser (NSA), […]

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Entertainment

VSL MEDIA UNVEILS TRAILER FOR ‘THE WILDFLOWER’ MOVIE

Vsl Media has unveiled the official trailer for its forthcoming feature film, The Wildflower directed by Biodun Stephen. The gender-based violence themed screenplay by Niyi Akinmolayan and Mannie Oiseomaye follows the story of three womens tragic tales of domestic violence spurred by the courage of one woman. The Wildfloy stars writer of Nearly All The Men In Lagos Are Mad. Damilare Kuku in the lead role alongside Deyemi Okanlawon, Toyin […]

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Entertainment

JOHN BOYEGA ADMITS HE WANTS A ROLE IN NETFLIX’S BRIDGERTON

Star Wars actor, John Boyega has signalled interest in taking on a role in Netflix's trending drama Bridgerton. Boyega in a chat with newsmen, revealed how much of a fan he has been of the Chris Van Dusen created show as well as being open to a role. Starring Jonathan Bailey and Simone Ashley in the lead roles, the second season of the series centres on Viscount Anthony Bridgerton's quest […]

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