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Nigeria: There Was No Police Protest – Nigerian Police Force
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Nigeria: There Was No Police Protest – Nigerian Police Force

The Spokesperson of the Nigerian Police Force, Ag. DCP Jimoh O. Moshood has stated that there was no protest by any officers in Maiduguri. According to him, they only went to inquire about their pending allowances. Videos obtained by different media houses however tell a different story https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZNgI-qAAG0 Find below the full text of the disclaimer from Force Headquarters. "No Police Personnel Protested in Maiduguri as a Result of Non-payment of Special Duty Allowance "Police Officers and men in the State are on their duty posts ensuring public peace and law and order in the State "The attention of the Nigeria Police Force has been drawn to media report that Policemen protested in Maiduguri over non-payment of their Special Duty Allowance. "2. T...
Nigeria: Over 50 Cars Burnt and at Least 9 Dead as Tanker Explodes in Lagos
Environment, News, Nigeria

Nigeria: Over 50 Cars Burnt and at Least 9 Dead as Tanker Explodes in Lagos

No fewer than 50 cars and an as yet unknown number of person were engulfed in an inferno in Lagos this evening. The occurrence which was said to have occurred at about 6pm resulted from a tanker explosion which eye witnesses said occurred as the tanker was attempting to reverse at the Otedola Bridge area of Berger. As at the time of publication, over 50 cars were reported burnt and about 9 persons confirmed dead with others injured. Emergency service personnel are currently on hand trying to restore normalcy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pL476LLuzvg Though the fire has been put out, the road has remained closed, forcing commuters to turn back or look for alternative routes.
Nigeria: Makarfi to Run for President in 2019
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Nigeria: Makarfi to Run for President in 2019

"After wide consultations with party men and women as well as other major stakeholders, I have decided to seek the party’s nomination to contest the poll." With this announcement, the former governor of Kaduna State and former Senator threw in his hat into the race for the Presidency of Nigeria come 2019. Makarfi made this announcement at a press briefing which took place today Sunday June 17th. He will run under the platform of the People's Democratic Party, bringing the number of known contenders under the party to two. The first being former Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar.
World Cup: Uruguay Edges Past Egypt by 1:0
Africa, Egypt, Sports, World Cup

World Cup: Uruguay Edges Past Egypt by 1:0

In a keenly contested encounter, the Uruguayans narrowly edged past the Egyptian team by a lone goal. Just when fans were settling for a goal-less draw, Jose Gimenez headed in a lovely goal from a free-kick, breaking Egyptian hearts. The Egyptian without Salah lacked much bite in the final third. Salah is expected to be fit and ready to play when Egypt takes on Russia in their next match on the June 19.
World Cup: Spain Fires Coach a Day to the Start of the World Cup
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World Cup: Spain Fires Coach a Day to the Start of the World Cup

The Spanish FA today announced the sack of its head coach Julen Lopetegui. The sack of the Spanish coach was a direct outcome of Real Madrid's announcement yesterday. Real Madrid had yesterday named Lopetegui as their new manager. The announcement which took the Spanish FA by surprise was seen as improper. Julen Lopetegui had only three weeks ago, signed a 3-year deal with the Spanish FA. By signing Julen Lopetegui, Real Madrid was going to pay the €2 million buy out clause of his contract with the Spanish FA. However, with his sack, Real Madrid will no longer be paying this as he will now be going as a free-agent. See Also: Sports: Real Madrid Appoints Julen Lopetegui New Manager In the meantime, Fernando Hierro has been named as the new Spanish coach. Before his appointment, ...
Nigeria: Produce Offa Robbery Gang Leader or be Sued – CSOs to Police
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Nigeria: Produce Offa Robbery Gang Leader or be Sued – CSOs to Police

Following the rumoured death of the leader of the gang that carried out the Offa robbery that claimed about 33 persons, some Civil Society Organizations have called on the Police to produce him or face legal action. The leader of the gang, Michael Adikwu who is a former Police officer was rumoured to have been shot by the Police in custody as a means of getting confessions from the others. While making their demand, the CSOs said "If he (Adikwu) has been killed, the police should come clean and name his executors, this is in keeping with the Freedom of Information Act (FOI)," the petition said. "We demand an immediate investigation into the disappearance of this suspect, and we ask respected international human rights organisations to call on the Nigerian government and the police...
Sports: Real Madrid Appoints Julen Lopetegui New Manager
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Sports: Real Madrid Appoints Julen Lopetegui New Manager

Real Madrid has appointed Julen Lopetegui, the manager of the Spanish national side as Zinedine Zidane's replacement. Lopetegui who is currently taking Spain to the 2018  FIFA World Cup will resume as Real Madrid's manager after the mundial. This appointment puts to rest rumours that they may be considering Andre Villas-Boas or Tottenham's Mauricio Pochettino.
Sports: Nigerian Super Eagles Making Waves with Their Outfit
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Sports: Nigerian Super Eagles Making Waves with Their Outfit

It's an already known fact that the kit of the Nigerian Super Eagles took center stage. Following in this path, the Super Eagles traveled to Russia in a stylish traditional outfit that is already trending. The outfit which was designed by Nigerian designers David Bowler was to have been used at the 2016 Rio Olympics in Brazil but was replaced at the last minute. There is no doubt that the Nigerians have made a very good impression with their kit and outfits. It is now left for them to carry over this trend of excellence unto the pitch of play. Nigeria will play against Croatia in its first match on June 16th by 8pm Nigerian time.
Nigeria: Donald Duke to Run for Presidency
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Nigeria: Donald Duke to Run for Presidency

Former Governor of Cross River state, Donald Duke has declared his intention to contest for Nigeria's number one office. There had always been speculations that he would run, speculations which have now been confirmed. He made his intention official in an interview with German Media Deutsche Welle Africa. Explaining his reason for running, he said "I see such obvious failings; I see a leadership that is steeped in the past and that’s really refused to evolve with a nation that’s predominantly a nation of young, aspiring people, and still doing the things the way they were done many many years ago and did not work. "I think our leadership in the country today is totally out of tune with the current realities of our nation. There’s a disconnect somewhere. So, when you have a leaders...
Nigeria: Ex-President Jonathan Did A Lot for the North – Sheikh Gumi
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Nigeria: Ex-President Jonathan Did A Lot for the North – Sheikh Gumi

Radical Muslim cleric, Ahmad Gumi has openly confessed that ex-president Jonathan did a lot for the north. In a Ramadan tafsir sermon in which he thoroughly berated President Buhari for his non-performance and the increased killings in the country, he pointed out that former President Jonathan built nine universities and over 150 Almajiri schools in the north. He also noted that Jonathan was also more democratic, allowing free speech even when it was against him. Below is an excerpt of his message: "Why I blame Jonathan with blood in his hand because Boko Haram were putting bombs everywhere and government was not doing enough”, he said. "Anybody killed under your regime, you are responsible for that blood. If you have done your best, I can say yes, Allah can forgive you. But if yo...