Day: September 2, 2017

Nigeria vs Cameroon: Gov Emmanuel reveals what made Super Eagles win

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Akwa Ibom Governor, Udom Emmanuel, says Nigeria’s Super Eagles’ victory on Friday against the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon was a result of “fasting and prayer”. The Eagles walloped the Lions 4-0, in their 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. Emmanuel gave his reaction via his social media accounts. “The victory of Super Eagles today against The Indomitable Lions of Cameroon is a testament to the fact that whenever we go on our knees and seek the face of God like we did today during…

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BMW i3 named best-selling electric car in compact segment

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The world is going electric cars, and the new BMW i3 shows the way ahead to a new era of mobility. The automaker said, “It is recognised the world over as a symbol of driving pleasure, sustainability and intelligent connectivity in the urban traffic environment, which is why it has become the best-selling electric car in the premium compact segment.” The BMW i3 shows the way ahead to a new era of mobility. It is recognised the world over as a symbol of driving pleasure, sustainability and intelligent connectivity in…

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Kenyan court scraps presidential vote, Kenyatta calls for calm

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Kenya’s Supreme Court on Friday nullified President Uhuru Kenyatta’s election win, citing irregularities, and ordered a new poll within 60 days, an unprecedented move in Africa where governments often hold sway over judges. The ruling, broadcast to a stunned nation on television, sets up a new race between Kenyatta, 55, and veteran opponent Raila Odinga, 72. Kenyatta called for calm and respect for the ruling and said he would run again in a televised speech. But he later struck a more combative note, criticising the court for ignoring the will…

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Petrol shortage hits America, fuel prices go up

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United States has been hit by petrol or gasoline shortage as the effect of Tropical Storm Harvey and the flood it brought to Texas and environ disrupted production on the Gulf Coast. Retail U.S. gasoline prices rose 2.8 percent from Friday to Saturday as refineries warned customers about the fuel-supply shortage. They were at $2.59 a gallon, according to motorists advocacy group AAA. It represents a 16.7 percent rise in the average price from a year ago. Prices have risen more than 17.5 cents since Aug. 23, before the storm…

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LG embarks on fumigation to control malaria

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Gumel Local Government Council of Jigawa has resolved to carry out fumigation to rid the area of mosquitos as part of malaria control. The Information Officer of the council, Malam Sulaiman Usman, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Dutse on Saturday that the Chairman of the council, Alhaji Aminu Sani, gave the directive for the fumigation. He explained that the fumigation would be conducted in residential areas, markets, schools and strategic locations, to rid communities of mosquito breeding spots. He added that the exercise was to destroy the…

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It’s a baby girl for Serena Williams

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Serena Williams  and fiancé, Alexis Ohanian have had their first baby: it’s a girl. Multiple reports said the tennis legend  delivered her first child on Friday at St. Mary’s Medical Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. The baby reportedly weighs 6 pounds, 13 ounces. Williams, 35, accidentally  announced her pregnancy in a bathing suit on Snapchat in April with the caption “20 weeks”. The athlete later revealed that the snap was meant for close friends. Ohanian, co-founder of Reddit,  opened up about how Serena will be a great mother during…

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2019: I am not PDP candidate-Dangote

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Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, has denied reports he will run for the Presidency on the platform of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP), in 2019. Dangote made the denial in an interview with Daily Times. He was reacting to a report that officials of PDP think-tank programme set up by former President, Goodluck Jonathan have contacted him to be the party’s presidential torch bearer in 2019. “I am an entrepreneur. My passion is to create jobs for Nigerians and not otherwise”, Dangote told Daily Times. “I am not interested in…

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Top 20 transfers of the close season

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After a record-breaking transfer window in Europe came to a close on Friday in Spain, AFP Sports lists the 20 biggest moves of the summer: 1. 222 million euros ($264m) — Neymar (BRA) — Barcelona (ESP) to Paris Saint-Germain (FRA) 2. 180m euros (loan with option to buy) — Kylian Mbappe (FRA) — Monaco (FRA) to Paris Saint-Germain (FRA) 3. 105m euros (rising to a possible 147m) — Ousmane Dembele (FRA) — Borussia Dortmund (GER) to Barcelona (ESP) 4. 85m euros — Romelu Lukaku (BEL) — Everton (ENG) to Manchester…

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