Nigerian players in flying start in Cotonou
Nigerian players campaigning in the ITF West Africa Under-18 Junior Circuit in Cotonou, Benin Republic began their quests for glory in flying starts yesterday as most of the country’s representatives cruised easily into the next round.
Comment on Sainfeit: I was defending my country – Keshi
The Super Eagles Chief Coach, Stephen Keshi, says his players are not under any pressure in their final Group F African qualifier for Brazil 2014 World Cup match in Calabar on Saturday.
Woman cuts off landlady’s finger
A lady, Blessing Sunday, 22, was on Wednesday arraigned before an Ojokoro Magistrates’ Court, Lagos, for allegedly biting and cutting off her landlady’s finger.
0.25% bank loans go to small African farmers – Report
The report on the State of African Agriculture launched by Alliance for Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) has revealed that only 0.25% of bank lending goes to smallholder farmers in Africa though the sector represents as much as 40% of GDP in some African countries.
MI becomes Lagos Energy Ambassador
Blazing rap artist Jude MI Abaga has been made Lagos State’s new Energy Ambassador.
Ice Prince, Wizkid, Tiwa Savage nominated for 2013 MOBO awards
Award winning artistes Ice Prince, Wizkid and Tiwa Savage have all landed hot spots in the just released Best African acts nominations at the Music of Black Origin MOBO Awards 2013.
Global community cannot be silent on Syria – Obama
US President Barack Obama said in Stockholm on Wednesday that the international community “cannot be silent” following Syria’s alleged use of chemical weapons against its own people.
Lettuce reduces risk of heart disease, says nutritionist
A Nutritionist at the Wuse General Hospital, Abuja, Hajiya Jummai Abdul, on Wednesday said consumption of lettuce could reduce the risk of heart disease.
British PM warns danger of fresh Syria attack if no US strike
Blocked by his own parliament from taking military action against Syria, British Prime Minister David Cameron on Wednesday urged the United States to act or risk further chemical weapons attacks by the regime.
Assange files spying charges against US in Germany
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has filed charges in Germany claiming a US Marines intelligence officer spied on him during a Berlin computer conference four years ago, prosecutors said Wednesday, confirming media reports.
Bale must earn place, says Real Madrid coach
Gareth Bale will not be guaranteed to start every game at Real Madrid despite his enormous price tag, the Spanish club’s assistant coach Paul Clement warned on Wednesday.
Wenger ‘confidence’ enough to convince Ozil
New Arsenal signing Mesut Ozil admits that he had no intention of leaving Real Madrid until realising that he risked being left on the sidelines in the Spanish capital.
Police arrest 3 for car snatching in Enugu
The police in Enugu State have arrested three suspects who allegedly snatched a Toyota Camry car marked LSR 837 BM at the New Haven area of the state.
Toyota recalling 370,000 vehicles worldwide
Japanese car giant Toyota Motor said Thursday it was recalling some 370,000 vehicles worldwide over glitches that could cause them to stop mid-journey.
Syria: Obama gains domestic support for strike, as Putin softens
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday struck a more conciliatory tone ahead of this week’s G20 summit, saying Moscow would take “decisive” action if the West proved who used chemical weapons in Syria.
