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Opposition defies ban, plans protest in Congo election dispute

Despite a ban from authorities and preliminary results showing President Felix Tshisekedi in a significant lead, opposition candidates in the Democratic Republic of Congo are determined to march in Kinshasa on Wednesday, alleging election irregularities. Martin Fayulu, a prominent contender challenging Tshisekedi, emphasised the opposition’s conviction that the election was fraudulent. “We are going to Read More…

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Football Sports Top Story

Liverpool Tops Premier League, Manchester United Stages Dramatic Comeback; Newcastle Stumbles

Liverpool secured a 2-0 victory against Burnley, propelling themselves to the top of the Premier League as Manchester United orchestrated a thrilling comeback against Aston Villa, while Newcastle suffered a surprising 3-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest. Manager Juergen Klopp hailed Liverpool’s resilience despite a tough fight against Burnley, emphasizing the intensity of the game and Read More…

Government Metro Top Story

Governor Sanwo-Olu encourages hope amid challenges, promises accelerated development in Lagos

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, speaking after attending a Christmas service, urged Nigerians to hold onto hope amidst challenges, citing optimism for a brighter future under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In an interview with journalists, he emphasised the commitment to expedite development across Lagos. “We are undergoing a phase akin to a patient in Read More…

Crime Domestic Violence Metro

Woman arrested in Lagos for allegedly scalding husband with hot water over wedding absence

The Lagos State Police Command confirmed the arrest of Mrs. Dorcas Oluwabukola for reportedly scalding her husband with hot water after he attended a wedding without her, marking a distressing incident of domestic conflict. SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the Command’s spokesperson, validated the arrest with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday, affirming that the Read More…

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Death toll climbs to 113 in central Nigeria clashes, official confirms

A local official in Plateau, Central Nigeria, disclosed on Monday that the death toll from weekend attacks had surged to 113, marking a distressing escalation in an area frequently plagued by conflicts between herders and farmers. Describing the attacks as “well-coordinated,” Monday Kassah, the acting chairman of Bokkos Local Government Area in Plateau State, highlighted Read More…

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Power Minister assures Nigerians of stable power supply for festive season celebrations

The Minister of Power, Mr. Adebayo Adelabu, reaffirmed the commitment to ensure uninterrupted power supply across Nigeria during the Christmas and New Year celebrations, offering reassurance to citizens. In a statement titled “Fostering Unity and Progress,” Mr. Bolaji Tunji, Special Adviser for Strategic Communication and Public Relations to the Minister, conveyed Adelabu’s message emphasising unity Read More…

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Ukrainian strike damages Russian warship in Crimea, Moscow confirms

Moscow confirmed a Ukrainian attack on the Crimean port of Feodosia, revealing damage to a significant Russian landing ship and reporting a casualty, in a development escalating tensions in the region. According to the Russian defence ministry, cited by Interfax, Ukraine deployed air-launched missiles in the assault on Feodosia, resulting in damage to the ‘Novocherkassk’ Read More…

Football Sports Top Story

Egyptian 34-penalty-kick football drama grips global audiences: Epic Super Cup showdown!

In a nail-biting semifinal of the Egyptian Super Cup on Monday, Modern Future emerged victorious in a heart-stopping 34-penalty shootout against Pyramids, clinching a 14-13 win after a goalless draw, marking a tense climax at Abu Dhabi’s Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium. According to Modern Future’s coach, “The tension was palpable with each kick, and the Read More…

Metro Traffic

Lagos State commences removal of closed inner road gates for enhanced accessibility

To enhance accessibility and restore the city’s master plan, the Lagos State Government initiated the removal of permanently closed inner road gates situated in the Lekki Phase I area. The exercise aims not only to address the challenges faced by motorists but also to revamp the overall environmental aesthetics. The decision to undertake this enforcement Read More…

Health Metro

Revolutionising healthcare: Gbajabiamila Clinic transforms into ultramodern general hospital

Lagos Health Commissioner, Prof. Akin Abayomi, expressed profound appreciation to the Chief of Staff to the President, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, for his instrumental role in converting the Femi Gbajabiamila clinic in Surulere into a cutting-edge 60-bed Femi Gbajabiamila General Hospital, equipped with advanced healthcare facilities. Following an inspection tour of the newly revamped hospital, Read More…