Written by The Joint Committee of the Senate and House of Representatives on Constitution Review has approved the creation of an additional state in the South-east geopolitical zone to address the long-standing agitation over the region’s perceived marginalisation in the nation’s political structure. If ratified, the move will increase the number of states in the South-east … Continue reading “National Assembly Committee Considers Additional State For South-East”
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Sunday a successful final test of a new nuclear-powered cruise missile, the Burevestnik, praising the “unique” nuclear-capable weapon with a range of up to 14,000 kilometres (8,700 miles). “The decisive tests are now complete,” Putin, who is waging an offensive in neighbouring Ukraine, said in a video released by … Continue reading “Russia Tests New Nuclear-Capable Cruise Missile”
With no majority in parliament and surrounded by allies outraged by his acceptance of a US-brokered Gaza ceasefire, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seems to have set his sights on Israel’s next elections. A political phoenix, Netanyahu is the country’s longest-serving prime minister, has been its dominant political figure for decades and heads one of … Continue reading “Netanyahu Faces Vote With Coalition Weakened By Gaza Truce”
US President Donald Trump jetted into Malaysia on Sunday to oversee the signing of a Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire pact, after deadly cross-border clashes between the countries flared this summer. Here’s what we know about their agreement to uphold a truce, Trump’s role in sealing the deal and the conflict at the heart of the matter. … Continue reading “What We Know About Thai-Cambodia Truce Deal”
US President Donald Trump co-signed a ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia in Malaysia during the first stop on his Asia tour, which is expected to culminate in talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The ceasefire, following a bloody border dispute, was signed by Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun … Continue reading “Trump Oversees Signing Of ‘Historic’ Thailand-Cambodia Ceasefire Agreement”
The Federal Government has appointed Professor Farouk Haruna as the first substantive Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Education, Kontagora in Niger State. The announcement was made by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Professor Francis Faduyile, after the Council’s fifth meeting held in Kontagora. Faduyile told journalists that Professor Haruna … Continue reading “FG Appoints Prof Haruna As First VC Of Federal Varsity Kontagora”
Ademola Lookman’s Atalanta dropped points once again, drawing 1-1 with US Cremonese. Jamie Vardy broke the deadlock in the 78th minute, marking his first goal for the club. Marco Brescianini restored parity for Atalanta in the 84th minute, rescuing a point for the visitors. Lookman played the full 90 minutes as one of the number … Continue reading “Lookman’s Goal Drought Extends to Six Games as Atalanta Drop Points Against Cremonese”
Victor Boniface made his first start for Werder Bremen in the club’s 1-0 victory over Union Berlin, delivering a solid all-round performance. Werder Bremen looked the better side throughout, registering 16 total shots, 58% possession, and 410 passes, compared to Union Berlin’s 12 shots, 42% possession, and 269 passes. Boniface showed glimpses of his quality … Continue reading “Victor Boniface Impresses on First Start as Werder Bremen Secure Narrow Win”
Celtic forward, Kelechi Iheanacho suffered an early injury during his side’s 2–1 Europa League victory against Sturm Graz, Thursday night, and will likely be out for a few weeks. Iheanacho was forced off in the fourth minute and replaced by Johnny Kenny after appearing to twist his ankle. Manager Brendan Rodgers later confirmed that Iheanacho’s … Continue reading “Iheanacho Injury Casts Doubt Over Availability for Celtic in Crucial Premiership Clash”
Werder Bremen head coach, Horst Steffen confirmed that Victor Boniface is currently his first-choice substitute striker. Boniface, the 24-year-old Nigerian forward, has impressed Steffen with his unique skill set despite not yet being fit enough for a starting role. “Victor is a candidate where we all know what’s coming, and he has extraordinary skills,” Steffen … Continue reading “Horst Steffen Confirms Victor Boniface’s Werder Bremen Role”