Written by Qatar’s emir named his top diplomat as prime minister Tuesday and brought in a new interior minister in what observers called the completion of a changing of the guard in the wealthy Gulf state. The ruler’s office announced that Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani had accepted “the resignation” of prime minister and interior … Continue reading “Qatar Emir Names New Prime Minister In Shake-Up”
Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been declared winner of arguably Nigeria’s most hotly contested and high-stakes presidential elections. Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, announced the former Lagos Governor’s victory, minutes past 4am on Wednesday at the National Collation Centre in Abuja, a hall packed … Continue reading “It’s Tinubu’s Turn! Former Lagos Gov Declared Nigeria’s President-Elect”
As Nigeria prepares to vote for a new president on February 25, here are key dates in the country’s history since independence from Britain in October 1960. 1966: First coup The first in a series of military coups takes place in 1966 amid dissatisfaction with progress since independence and frustration that most people … Continue reading “Key Dates In Nigeria’s Recent History”
Pastor Paul Enenche has shared a photo of himself, Bishop David Oyedepo, and Peter Obi in what appears to be an endorsement of the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, saying “the way to go”. “A picture they say is worth a thousand words. This picture was randomly taken by a photographer some time ago but … Continue reading “Pastor Enenche Shares Photo With Obi, Says This Is The Way To Go”
Mr Hameem Nuhu Sanusi has been named as the new Emir of Dutse following a unanimous selection by the seven kingmakers of the emirate. The 43-year-old Sanusi is the son of the late Emir of Dutse, Dr Nuhu Muhammad Sanusi who died five days ago. READ ALSO: Emir Of Dutse Nuhu Sunusi II Is … Continue reading “43-Year-Old Sanusi Emerges New Emir Of Dutse”
The vice-presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Datti Baba-Ahmed, has said the over 1.9 million votes President Muhammadu Buhari got in Kano State during the 2015 presidential election will not be won by any one candidate in the forthcoming election. With 1,903,999 votes, Buhari of the All Progressives Congress (APC) defeated the Peoples Democratic … Continue reading “Nobody Will Get Buhari’s 1.9m Kano Votes Of 2015 – LP’s Baba-Ahmed”
Erik ten Hag criticised “inconsistent” VAR after Manchester United’s Casemiro was the only player sent off following a mass brawl in Saturday’s 2-1 win against Crystal Palace. Bruno Fernandes’ early penalty and a Marcus Rashford strike put United on course for a 13th successive home win in all competitions. But Ten Hag’s team had … Continue reading “Ten Hag Fumes Over Casemiro Red Card As Man Utd Edge Palace 2-1”
Erik ten Hag claimed he was right to start Casemiro in Manchester United’s 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace on Wednesday even though the midfielder picked up a booking that rules him out of Sunday’s showdown with Arsenal. Casemiro will serve a one-match ban following his fifth yellow card this term, for chopping down Palace’s … Continue reading “Ten Hag Defends Starting Casemiro Vs Palace As United Star Misses Arsenal Tie”
President Muhammadu Buhari has told Yobe residents to vote for the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate Bola Tinubu and his running mate Kassim, assuring that the duo will turn around the country. Buhari’s comment came on Tuesday during an APC presidential campaign rally at the August 27 Stadium in Damaturu, Yobe State. A … Continue reading “Tinubu’s Presidency Will Guarantee Progress, Buhari Assures Yobe Residents”
Emir of Qatar adorning Messi with the bisht. Twitter/@AhmedSAlbarwani A member of Oman’s parliament, Ahmed Al Barwani, has offered Argentina’s World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi $1 million for the bisht which the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, gifted him following his team’s victory over France at the finals on Sunday … Continue reading “Oman’s Parliament Member Offers Messi $1m For Emir Of Qatar’s Bisht Gift”