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The official name for cage fight is Mixed Martial Arts. Street fight, known as ‘ìjà ìgboro’ in Yoruba, is the bane of Ibadan people, says the panegyric of Oluyole, the city of brown roofs scattered among seven hills. MMA, I think, is organised street fighting. But, long before MMA became a global combat sport in
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The official name for cage fight is Mixed Martial Arts. Street fight, known as ‘ìjà ìgboro’ in Yoruba, is the bane of Ibadan people, says the panegyric of Oluyole, the city of brown roofs scattered among seven hills. MMA, I think, is organised street fighting. But, long before MMA became a global combat sport in

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Court rules on Emefiele’s $4.5bn fraud case Jan 7

The Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja has set January 7, 2025, to decide on the objection raised by former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Godwin Emefiele, regarding the $4.5bn and N2.8bn fraud charges brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. Emefiele, along with his co-defendant, Henry Omoile, is facing 26
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The Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja has set January 7, 2025, to decide on the objection raised by former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Godwin Emefiele, regarding the $4.5bn and N2.8bn fraud charges brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. Emefiele, along with his co-defendant, Henry Omoile, is facing 26

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ECOWAS finalises framework for $75m renewable energy facility

The Economic Community of West African States has finalised the framework for a $75m Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Facility. The announcement was made by the President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr. Omar Touray, during the 93rd Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Council of Ministers in Abuja, on Thursday. According to Touray, the facility aims
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The Economic Community of West African States has finalised the framework for a $75m Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Facility. The announcement was made by the President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr. Omar Touray, during the 93rd Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Council of Ministers in Abuja, on Thursday. According to Touray, the facility aims

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Lookman, four others nominated for 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award

Nigeria international, Ademola Lookman, has been shortlisted for the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award. This was announced on the official website of the Confederation of African Football on Thursday. Lookman, who plays for Atalanta, is the only Nigerian among the five nominees for this prestigious award. The winner will be crowned during
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Nigeria international, Ademola Lookman, has been shortlisted for the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award. This was announced on the official website of the Confederation of African Football on Thursday. Lookman, who plays for Atalanta, is the only Nigerian among the five nominees for this prestigious award. The winner will be crowned during

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Hojlund’s brace helps Man Utd beat Plzen in Europa League

Second-half substitute, Rasmus Hojlund, scored twice as Manchester United fought back to earn a 2-1 win at Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League on Thursday. The hosts took the lead shortly after half-time, but Hojlund levelled on 62 minutes, six minutes after replacing Marcus Rashford, when the Danish striker tapped in Amad Diallo’s deflected shot.
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Second-half substitute, Rasmus Hojlund, scored twice as Manchester United fought back to earn a 2-1 win at Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League on Thursday. The hosts took the lead shortly after half-time, but Hojlund levelled on 62 minutes, six minutes after replacing Marcus Rashford, when the Danish striker tapped in Amad Diallo’s deflected shot.

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I convinced Wizkid to do afrobeats – Eldee

Veteran singer, Eldee The Don has revealed the role he played in the early stages of Grammy-winning singer Wizkid’s career. Featuring in the Adesope Live show, Eldee revealed that he…

Nigerians now run to VDM for help instead of government – Skales laments

Nigerian singer Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, popularly known as Skales, has expressed concern over the dwindling trust in the government. He lamented that citizens now seek justice through fellow citizens like…

Why I prefer younger men – Actress Adaku

Famous Nigerian actress and media personality, Omotunde Adebowale, popularly known as Adaku or Lolo1, has disclosed why she preferred younger men. The actress made this known while discussing her unique…

EFCC fighting corruption to protect student’s future- Olukoyede

The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, has stated that the commission is fighting corruption and internet crimes to protect the future of students across the country. Olukoyede made this known in Abuja when students of Britmax International School visited the EFCC headquarters on a study tour. This was contained
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The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, has stated that the commission is fighting corruption and internet crimes to protect the future of students across the country. Olukoyede made this known in Abuja when students of Britmax International School visited the EFCC headquarters on a study tour. This was contained

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FG boosting road safety efforts with improved infrastructure -SGF

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving road safety across the country. Akume stated this at the award ceremony in honour of the Federal Road Safety Corps and its stakeholders in Abuja, on Thursday. Akume, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary General Services
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The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving road safety across the country. Akume stated this at the award ceremony in honour of the Federal Road Safety Corps and its stakeholders in Abuja, on Thursday. Akume, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary General Services

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