‘I am not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses Black people’ The 49ers quarterback sparked off a furious debate by refusing to rise with his teammates for the American National Anthem… Read More ›
Month: August 2016
Buhari Ready To Swap Boko Haram Detainees For Chibok Girls
President Muhammadu Buhari has signalled his administration’s readiness to negotiate the release of the over 200 girls abducted Chibok school girls, including exchanging them with Boko Haram detainees.
Niger Delta Avengers Deny Picking Soyinka, Kalu For Dialogue With FG
The Niger Delta Avengers (NDA) has denied report it nominated Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, former Abia State governor, Mr. Orji Kalu and five others to negotiate on its behalf with the federal government.
Two Pilots Arrested For Drinking Before Flight
Two pilots were arrested in Scotland on suspicion of being under the influence of alcohol as they prepared to fly a passenger plane to the United States, police said Sunday.
Siasia Quits As U-23 Coach, Blasts Dalung, NFF
Coach Sampson Siasia, who guided Nigeria’s Dream Team VI to a bronze medal at the Rio Olympics, has quit because of “a disrespectful system”. He said he was quitting after “a turbulent and incredible campaign in Brazil.”
JTF Kills Notorious Kidnapper, 5 Others In Rivers
The Joint Task Force in Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State on Saturday night killed a notorious kidnapper General Igbudu and five others.
Victor Moses Scores As Chelsea Beat Burnley 3-0 To Go Top
Chelsea swept to the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 victory over Burnley, while Arsenal won 3-1 at Watford to ease the pressure on Arsene Wenger on Saturday.
BUNDESLIGA: Aubameyang Scores Twice As Dortmund Win Opener
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has resumed his duel with Robert Lewandowski to be the Bundesliga’s top scorer by netting twice in Saturday’s 2-1 win over Mainz on the opening weekend of the new season.
Arsenal Down Watford 3-1For First Season Win
Arsenal played a flawless first half, with goals from Santi Cazorla, Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil to give the Gunners a 3-1 win at Watford for their much needed first Premier League victory of the season. It also provided manager… Read More ›
Donald Trump In Deeper Hole
This was supposed to be the new – new! – Donald Trump, the more temperate Republican candidate who had emerged in the past two weeks seeking to broaden his appeal to a more diverse electorate.
