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Dikko assures Squash Federation of NSC’s support
Olaolu Joseph The National Sports Commission (NSC) Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, has expressed his delight with the recent achievements of the Nigeria Squash Federation. The Federation has made significant strides since its return from a ban on non-contact sports, with notable successes in the Namibian Squash Open Championship. Ayomide Oladipupo emerged as the champion in the Namibia Open Division ‘A’…
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Success recorded in the fight against criminality is huge, says Matawalle
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Mohammed Bello Matawalle has disclosed that the Nigerian Armed Forces have achieved a lot in the fight against insurgency, banditry and other groups that are enemies of the Nigerian State since the advent of the present administration. However, he noted that a lot of the success stories are not in the public space…
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CAF Confederation Cup: Dominic Iorfa urges Enyimba to go for victory against Zamalek in Uyo
Former Lobi Stars Vice Chairman and ex- Super Eagles Striker, Dominic Iorfa has charged Enyimba FC players to go all out for victory in their CAF Confederation Cup group D match day 2 encounter against Zamalek SC of Egypt on Sunday. Iorfa who touched down in Uyo, Akwa Ibom Friday evening to support the 2 times CAF Champions League winners…
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Adeleke mourns exit of renowned Islamic preacher Sheik Muyideen Bello
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Osun state Governor Ademola Adeleke has expressed his condolences over the passing of renowned Islamic preacher Sheikh Muideen Bello, describing his exit as a huge loss to the Muslim community. Adeleke, in a statement by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, sent the condolences of the people and Government of Osun state to Governor Seyi Makinde and…
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NSC DG, Hon. Bukola Olopade applauds Ogun Women Run
–advocates more support for Women in Sports Olaolu Joseph The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Olopade, has commended the Ogun Women Run, describing it as a vital platform for the empowerment and celebration of women in sports. Just before flagging off the race on Saturday morning in Abeokuta, the NSC DG emphasized that initiatives like this…
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Farotimi must prove allegations to avoid consequences, says Afe Babalola’s legal team
Kunle Sanni Legal representatives of Afe Babalola, SAN, founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti, have stated that embattled human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi must provide evidence to substantiate his allegations against the respected elder statesman. At a press conference held in Ado Ekiti on Friday, Babalola’s lawyers—Owoseni Ajayi, Olakanmi Falade, and Lawrence Fasanmi, all former chairmen of the Nigerian…
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Bankole shines at CHAN Eagles’ training
Olaolu Joseph Remo Stars’ goalkeeper, Kayode Bankole has demonstrated his readiness to man the post when the Super Eagles’ team B confront the Black Stars in the two legged CHAN qualifier. The safehand, one of the goalies called up by coach Eguavoen, has so far justified his invitation with outstanding performance at the Remo Stars Stadium, where the team is…
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Let’s work this land back to prosperity, Oluremi Tinubu urges Nigerians
–As First Lady visits Imo traditional rulers ahead of her conferment with Doctorate at FUTO – KUNLE SANNI The First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has urged parents to encourage their children and wards to be innovative in order to improve the nation’s productivity and boost the economy. Senator Oluremi Tinubu gave this advice in Owerri during a meeting with the State…
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Understanding Defamation: Civil and Criminal Perspectives – By Abejide B. Olusegun
Defamation, at its core, is a wrongful act of injuring someone’s reputation through false or malicious statements, whether written (libel) or spoken (slander). It is crucial to understand the distinctions between civil and criminal defamation, as the consequences and implications of each differ significantly. These distinctions influence the handling of defamation cases by individuals, societies, and legal systems, guaranteeing justice…
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VIDEO: Red hot Ademola Lookman’s late header stuns AC Milan
By Olaolu Joseph In a pulsating encounter that looked set for a stalemate at Bergamo, Super Eagles’ forward, Ademola Lookman emerged as a hero for Atalanta, scoring a breathtaking goal in the dying minutes of the game to seal a thrilling victory over AC Milan. Atalanta tactician, Gian Piero Gasperini could not be on the touchline following a two-match suspension,…
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