March 11, 2020

Joshua 'Never So Excited' As He Prepares For Pulev Bout

Joshua ‘Never So Excited’ As He Prepares For Pulev Bout

March 11, 2020 5:08 pm

Anthony Joshua says he has “never been so excited” as he prepares to defend his heavyweight belts against Kubrat Pulev ahead of a potential all-British showdown with Tyson Fury.

Joshua regained the WBA, IBF and WBO titles with a unanimous points win over Andy Ruiz Jr in Saudi Arabia in December.

That victory saw the Briton avenge the first defeat of his professional career, in New York last June.

He is now set to face Bulgaria’s Pulev at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.

“I’ve never been so excited before,” said the 30-year old in a video for sponsors Land …

Taliban Reject Afghan Offer To Free 1,500 Prisoners

Taliban Reject Afghan Offer To Free 1,500 Prisoners

March 11, 2020 5:08 pm
The Taliban rejected the Afghan government’s attempt to resolve a spiralling crisis over the release of insurgent prisoners Wednesday, as Kabul warned it was ready to resume offensive battlefield operations.The decree issued earlier by President Ashraf Ghani had raised hopes that Kabul’s offer to free 1,500 insurgents as a “gesture of goodwill” before talks begin, would prompt the Taliban to come to the negotiating table.

But Taliban political spokesman Suhail Shaheen told AFP that “5,000 prisoners should be released as a trust-building measure, and … this should be before the intra-Afghan talks”, refusing to budge from a longstanding demand …

Pint-Sized Bird May Be Smallest Dinosaur Yet

Pint-Sized Bird May Be Smallest Dinosaur Yet

March 11, 2020 5:07 pm

Tinier than the teeniest bird, older than T-Rex and perfectly preserved for eternity: scientists have identified a 100-million-year-old flying dinosaur encased in amber that may be the smallest yet discovered.The skull of Oculudentavis khaungraae was found in a globule of amber in Myanmar, offering researchers a startlingly clear view of its features.

“When I first saw it I was blown away,” said Jingmai O’Connor, a paleontologist from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and lead author of the study published in Nature on Wednesday.

“It’s pretty exquisitely preserved and really weird looking, with its unique scleral ring (eye bones) and …

Coronavirus Trump Facing Hurdles To Virus Stimulus Package

Trump Facing Hurdles To Coronavirus Stimulus Package

March 11, 2020 5:06 pm

As nearly three-quarters of US firms suffer supply disruptions due to the coronavirus epidemic, President Donald Trump‘s treasury secretary said the administration is “working full time” on a stimulus package to aid the economy.

However, a key senator shot down giving an immediate payroll tax cut to American workers, the plan’s main pillar, while Democrats are moving ahead with their own plan.

The outbreak has prompted US airlines to cancel flights, the Federal Reserve to make its first emergency rate cut in 12 years and the stock exchange to experience its worst session since 2008.

This spells trouble …

Sanders Still In White House Fight Despite Biden Surge

Sanders Still In White House Fight Despite Biden Surge

March 11, 2020 5:05 pm
Bernie Sanders on Wednesday dashed speculation over an immediate end to the Democratic primary contest, saying he remains in the fight against centrist frontrunner Joe Biden, despite pressure to withdraw for the sake of party unity.But in a brief, passionate speech carried on live television, Sanders also made clear that his main priority was to see the defeat of “dangerous” President Donald Trump. And he acknowledged that many Democrats see him as less electable than Biden.

Sanders had been holed up in his home state of Vermont overnight after suffering heavy defeats in primaries across the country Tuesday.

Speculation …

Pakistan Fighter Jet Crashes Near Islamabad Park

Pakistan Fighter Jet Crashes Near Islamabad Park

March 11, 2020 11:00 am

A Pakistan Air Force (PAF) F-16 fighter jet has crashed near a park in the capital Islamabad, killing the pilot.

In a statement, the PAF said the aircraft was carrying out rehearsals for the 23 March national day parade.

Police and security forces swiftly cordoned off the site in the Shakarparian area, near several museums, golf clubs and Jinnah Stadium.

The PAF said the pilot Wing Commander Noman Akram died in the crash. What caused it was not immediately clear.

The air force said it had ordered an inquiry.

Footage posted on social media, seemingly shot from nearby buildings, showed …

Palestinian Teenager Killed In West Bank Clash

Palestinian Teenager Killed In West Bank Clash

March 11, 2020 10:59 am

A Palestinian teenager has reportedly been shot dead by Israeli forces during a clash in the occupied West Bank.

Palestinian medics said Mohammed Hamayel, 15, was hit in the face by live ammunition near the village of Beita, south of the city of Nablus.

Israel’s military said 500 Palestinians took part in what it called a violent riot, hurling rocks towards its troops and setting tyres on fire.

The area has been the scene of growing tension in recent weeks.

Palestinians say a group of Jewish settlers has been trying to take control of a hill in the middle of …

ASUU Strike - Unilorin Suspends Exams, Joins Action

ASUU Strike: Unilorin Suspends Exams, Joins Action

March 11, 2020 10:59 am

For the first time in 20 years of uninterrupted academic calendar, the University of Ilorin’s Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU chapter joined the two weeks warning strike declared by the national body over the IPPIS controversy.

DAILY POST reports that consequently, academic activities have been paralysed at the main campus of the institution due to the strike by the union over the refusal by the federal government to pay the February salaries of the university teachers.

The Federal government hinged the delay in payment of salaries in the failure of teachers to enroll for the integrated payroll and

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Media Bill - Senators Want To Gag Nigerians – Timi Frank

Media Bill: Senators Want To Gag Nigerians – Timi Frank

March 11, 2020 10:58 am

Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Timi Frank, has accused President Muhammadu Buhari and Senators of attempting to gag Nigerians.

He urged the diplomatic community to blacklist Nigerian Senators backing the passage of the controversial Social Media Bill.

At the public hearing on Monday, stakeholders unanimously rejected the bill.

Read Also: Lauretta Onochie’s Many Social Media Crimes

Timi Frank, in a statement on Wednesday, urged the United States of America (USA), United Kingdom (UK) and European Union (EU) to place visa ban on the Senators and members of their families.

He called them “rubber stamp”

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Igbo Govs Aiding Herdsmen Terrorising South East – Kanu

Igbo Govs Aiding Herdsmen Terrorising South East – Kanu

March 11, 2020 10:57 am
Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, on Wednesday, accused Southeast governors of aiding and abating ”Fulani terrorists” attacks across the region.

Kanu made the claim while disclosing that armed herdsmen dressed in military uniforms had yesterday attacked residents of Ndegu Orie Umuoguduakpu community in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State.

In a statement he personally signed, the IPOB leader disclosed that the armed terrorists killed about 20 people and destroyed property belonging to residents of the area.

Read Also: Kanu Tackles Ohanaeze Over SOS Letter To IGP

The statement titled: “Igbo governors are aiding

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Ezekwesili Shows Buhari How To Avoid Coronavirus Impact

Ezekwesili Shows Buhari How To Avoid Coronavirus Impact

March 11, 2020 10:56 am

Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili has said there is a possibility of a global recession affecting Nigeria following outbreak of Coronavirus.

Few days ago, Nigeria confirmed its second case of the CoVID-19 virus which has continued to spread widely in Europe and other countries outside of China.

The virus has recently resulted in travel bans to some countries and cancellation of premier league fixture between Manchester City and Arsenal.

On Tuesday, Buhari in a meeting with Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) and Assembly Healthcare Professionals Associations (AHPA) lamented that Coronavirus is affecting Nigeria’s revenue.

Buhari explained that Nigeria would

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Outcry Over Arrest Of Sanusi As Pictures Of New Home Emerge

Outcry Over Arrest Of Sanusi As Pics Of New Home Emerge

March 11, 2020 10:55 am
The Kano state government has come under attack over the banishment of dethroned Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi to Nasarawa state.

Sanusi who was dethroned on Monday by Governor Ganduje-led administration was banished to Awe village where he will not be allowed to have visitors until further notice.

On Wednesday morning, pictures showing the alleged new home of deposed Emir posted by activist Deji Adeyanju appeared on Twitter and has since caused an uproar in different corners as some Nigerians called for Sanusi’s release and rights to be respected.

Read Also: We Will Challenge Sanusi’s Sack In Court –

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