At least 21 people were reported dead on Monday by European Union election observers, who noted that intimidation, violence, and low turnout characterised Nigeria’s gubernatorial and state legislative elections. On Saturday, Nigerians cast ballots for state governors in 28 of the country’s 36 states. On Monday, results were still anticipated from a number of states, Read More…
Day: 20 March 2023
Putin cosies up with Xi as ‘dear friends’ meet in the Kremlin
Vladimir Putin had tea with his “dear friend” Xi Jinping in the Kremlin on Monday, demonstrating his rapport with his most powerful ally just days after an international court ordered his arrest for war crimes in Ukraine. US condemned Xi’s visit, claiming that the timing demonstrated that China was helping Moscow with “diplomatic cover” to Read More…
Normalcy returns to troubled Abule Ado after intra-community clash
Police in Lagos State say normalcy has returned to the Abule-Ado area of the state following an intra-community clash. The intra-community conflict that erupted on Sunday resulted in the destruction of property. But a police statement said that no life or property was lost or destroyed as reported because of the timely intervention of the Read More…
Alcaraz defeats Medvedev in Indian Wells final to retake No 1 rank
With a 6-3 6-2 demolition in the Indian Wells final on Sunday, top seed Carlos Alcaraz ended Daniil Medvedev’s 19-match winning streak. With this victory, Alcaraz will overtake Novak Djokovic and reclaim the top spot in the global rankings. Alcaraz played in six matches and did not lose a set during the competition. His accomplishment Read More…
Dare, Kanu, win top sports honours from Maldives
Sunday Dare, the Minister of Sports and Youth Development, has received praise from the President of the Republic of Maldives Ibrahim Solih for the significant contribution he has made to sports since taking office. Solih was speaking at the Maldives 2023 Sports Awards when the Nigerian Sports Minister was honoured for his significant contributions to Read More…