December 2019

APC Seeks Probe Of Clash Between Protesting Groups

December 25, 2019 7:35 am

Following last Monday’s clash between pro-All Progressives Congress (APC) and some civil society organisations demanding the release of the convener of #RevolutionNow, Omoyele Sowore, other detainees, Agba Jalingo and Dadiyata, the ruling party has demanded a thorough investigation into the incident to ensure adequate actions are taken against anyone found to have overstepped his bounds

Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) had gathered at the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) office in Maitama, Abuja, to present a letter to the chairman of the Commission when the miscreants allegedly invaded the venue and attacked the protesters.

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FirstBank Organises Free Eye Tests for Women

December 25, 2019 4:32 am

FirstBank Nigeria Limited, in partnership with the International Women Society (IWS) and Vision Spring, has organised a free eye check and the provision of medicated glasses for over 500 women, notably widows.

The event which was part of the bank’s ‘Start Performing Acts of Random Kindness’ (SPARK) initiative coincided with the ‘Giving Tuesday,’ a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organisations to encourage philanthropy and celebrate generosity.

Speaking at the event, the Group Executive, Energy and Infrastructure, FirstBank, Mrs. Bashirat Odunewu, said the bank’s corporate responsibility and sustainability activities aligns with the objectives …

Between UK And Nigerian Elections

December 25, 2019 4:31 am

If a Nigerian had arrived Britain in November, he would need to tune to news channels to be aware that elections were due in few weeks. Campaign posters posted on every available space that is characteristic of electioneering in Nigeria are missing. He won’t find party flags hoisted indiscriminately nor will he see large party insignias mounted at capital cities. Football stadia or public squares are not taken over suddenly for mega rallies. British boroughs remain serene and scenic.

Why not; because every day Britain has no posters or banners defacing the town in order to the get attention of …

Christmas: Lawan, Omo-Agege Send Message To Nigerians

December 25, 2019 4:31 am

The Senate President, Ahmad Lawan has felicitated with Christians as they celebrate Christmas and New Year festivities.

Lawan, in a goodwill message in Abuja on Tuesday, urged Christians and Nigerians not to forget the essence of the season, which was a reminder of the birth of Jesus Christ, and the ideals for which he lived.

“The birth of Jesus Christ is a great example of humility. He lived and preached peace, love, tolerance and self-sacrifice, and left mankind with the hope of eternal joy.

“These virtues transcend religion and deserve to be embraced by all Nigerians especially as we go

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MTN Supports Physically Challenged Persons

December 25, 2019 4:30 am

In shaping an enabling and more inclusive society for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), MTN Nigeria has joined the rest of the world to celebrate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities in Abuja, Nigeria.

The International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD) was established by the United Nations in 1992 and observed annually on December 3. The theme for this year’s IDPWD “The Future is Accessible” focuses on creating a future; inclusive, fair, and conducive for persons with disabilities to excel without barriers and restrictions.

MTN Nigeria, through the MTN Foundation which was established in 2004 as the social …

Pogba Hailed As ‘Best Midfielder In The World’ By Solskjaer

December 24, 2019 4:13 pm

Paul Pogba has been hailed as the “best midfielder in the world” by Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after the Frenchman returned from a long injury lay-off.

The World Cup winner was in action for United for the first time since late September as a substitute in their chastening 2-0 defeat at Watford on Sunday.

He could be in the starting team against Newcastle on Thursday as Solskjaer desperately seeks the creativity the team needs to break down stubborn opposition defences.

“Let’s see how he reacts to this, how he feels,” said Solskjaer. “He did really well when he …

Pinturault Suffers Muscular Injury In Thigh

December 24, 2019 4:13 pm

France’s Alexis Pinturault sustained a slight muscular injury in his thigh in the World Cup parallel slalom at Alta Badia, the French ski federation announced Tuesday.

Pinturault, the federation said, suffered a “6mm muscle injury to the long adductor muscle of his left thigh”.

“Everything has been put in place so he can take part in Bormio,” it added.

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Sunday sees the Italian resort of Bormio hosting the alpine combined, a discipline in which Pinturault is reigning world champion. There are also two downhills scheduled.

Pinturault finished a disappointing …

Tottenham Fail With Appeal Against Son Red Card

December 24, 2019 4:12 pm

Tottenham Hotspur have failed with their appeal against Son Heung-min’s red card, the Football Association announced Tuesday.

The South Korean winger saw red in the second half of Spurs’ 2-0 loss at home to Chelsea in a spiteful London derby on Sunday after VAR confirmed he had kicked out at Blues defender Antonio Rudiger after being fouled.

Tottenham launched an appeal but the FA upheld his red card, meaning Son will now serve a three-game ban ruling him out of the matches at home to Brighton on Boxing Day, and at Norwich and Southampton on Saturday and New Year’s Day …

Liverpool’s Klopp Turns Cricket’s Du Plessis Into Fan

December 24, 2019 4:08 pm

South African cricket captain Faf du Plessis said on Tuesday that a chance meeting with Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp had turned him into a fan.

Du Plessis was having dinner with Springbok rugby captain Siya Kolisi in a Cape Town restaurant in November when Klopp, on a private visit to South Africa, walked in.

Kolisi has been a long-time Liverpool fan and Du Plessis posted a picture on both Instagram and Twitter showing the two captains and Klopp, commenting that Kolisi had a “man-crush moment”.

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Klopp recognised Kolisi after …

Norway’s Windingstad Storms To First Win In Alta Badia

December 24, 2019 4:07 pm

Norway’s Rasmus Windingstad stormed to his first World Cup win as the favourites struggled in the parallel giant slalom night race at Alta Badia in northern Italy on Monday.

Windingstad finished 0.41sec ahead of Germany’s Stefan Luitz in the final under floodlights in the Dolomites.

The 26-year-old blitzed down the hill to deny Luitz a second World Cup win after the giant slalom in Beaver Creek last season.

Austria’s Roland Leitinger took his first podium finish in third, ahead of Norway’s Leif Kristian Nestvold-Haugen, in the head-to-head duel on runs that are side by side.

“Absolutely amazing, I can’t say …

Holiday Shines As Pacers Edge Raptors In Overtime

December 24, 2019 4:06 pm

Aaron Holiday finished with 19 points and made two clutch three-pointers in overtime as the Indiana Pacers snapped the Toronto Raptors five-game winning streak with a 120-115 win on Monday.

Myles Turner and TJ Warren also had 24 points each, and Holiday added 10 assists in the win over the injury-depleted Raptors who were coming off their biggest comeback win in franchise history.

“It’s a big win for us,” said Holiday, who finished with 19 points in getting the start at point guard for the injured Malcolm Brogdon. “It’s fun playing with emotion, especially in big games.”

Kyle Lowry had …

Packers Roll Over Vikings To Clinch NFC North Title

December 24, 2019 4:06 pm

Aaron Jones rushed for a career-high 154 yards and Aaron Rodgers passed for another 216 yards as the Green Bay Packers clinched the NFC North Division title with a 23-10 win over Minnesota on Monday.

Runningback Jones scored two touchdowns, including the go-ahead score late in the third quarter. He added a 56-yard touchdown romp with just under six minutes left in the fourth as the Packers improved to 12-3 on the season.

“Winning is always beautiful,” said quarterback Rodgers. “The run game was excellent tonight. We found a way to win.”

Jones’ two TDs brings his season total to …

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