From the monthly archives: July 2011

6 Lagos politicians found unconscious

On July 29, 2011 · In News

Six politicians were rescued from a minivan after motorcyclists found they were lying unconscious in the back of the car.

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Delta guber: Tribunal grants Ogboru’s application

On July 29, 2011 · In News

THE Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Asaba, Friday, ruled in favour of an application by petitioner, Chief Great Ovedje Ogboru of the Democratic People Party, DPP, for judgment without full-blown trial.

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Wenger will get Gunners back on track – Henry

On July 29, 2011 · In Sports

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has told Arsene Wenger’s critics to lay off the Gunners manager.

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Final rehearsal for Britain’s second royal wedding

On July 29, 2011 · In News

Queen Elizabeth II’s eldest granddaughter Zara Phillips and her fiancee Mike Tindall, the England rugby star, went for a final wedding rehearsal Friday on the eve of their big day.

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Klinsmann named as new US coach

On July 29, 2011 · In Sports

Former German international Jurgen Klinsmann was on Friday named as the new coach of the United States national team to succeed the sacked Bob Bradley.

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Child adoption in Nigeria

On July 29, 2011 · In News

For an adoption to take place, the court has to grant an adoption order depending on the type of adoption taking place.

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No! I won’t accept DNA result, says Precious Ogbonna

On July 29, 2011 · In Just Human
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When the news of the DNA result was broken to Precious Donatus Ogbonna at the Owerri prison, her new abode following the court order that she should be remanded in prison pending the determination of her case, she took a deep breath and let it out slowly. Speechless for a while, she mumbled some words, “No, No! It is not possible!”

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Black and White

On July 29, 2011 · In 15 Minutes Fiction

After a delicious meal of pounded yam and egusi soup, Chief Okeke belched heavily, leaning back on the couch. He felt a sudden movement in his stomach and sat up , projecting his buttocks outwards and farting loudly. It was a smelly one and Adanma, his 13-year-old house-help hailed him. It was a standing rule in the house to hail chief whenever he polluted.

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Ocean Boys, Lobi Stars speak on hotel attack

On July 29, 2011 · In Sports

Following the alleged attack on Lobi Stars of Makurdi by Okey Akabugu of Ocean Boys that led to him being suspended indefinitely, both clubs have expressed divergent views on the issue in separate interviews with Inside Out Premier League.

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EFCC, Nigerians raise alarm on hacking

On July 29, 2011 · In Crime Alert
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Fears of massive fraud in the banking and financial sector have been raised by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) as Nigerians are alarmed by renewed upsurge in hacking into their personal computer systems and electronic mail accounts, using it to attempt defrauding friends and relatives.

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New Chelsea boss looks to youth

On July 29, 2011 · In Sports

New Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas says he is looking to the club’s teenagers to make the leap to the first team this season as he looks to rejuvenate his ageing squad.

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Fabregas deal must be done soon – Arsenal chairman

On July 29, 2011 · In Sports

Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood insists Barcelona will only get their wish to sign Cesc Fabregas if they meet the Gunners’ valuation of their Spanish star.

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Take bribe and die, CCB boss warns board members

On July 29, 2011 · In News

Chairman of the Code of Conduct Bureau, CCB, Mr Sam Saba, yesterday, warned all his board members and directors across the federation, to shun kickbacks from corrupt politicians, saying death would be better for anyone of them caught in the act.

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American varsity to honour Oshiomhole

On July 29, 2011 · In News

Edo State Governor, Mr Adams Oshiomhole, will be honourned in Houston, the United States of America, next week, for his contribution to the growth and development of mankind, Nigeria and Edo State in particular.

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