July 26, 2020

Spain Second Virus Wave Swells, Fuels Concern Across Europe

Spain Second Virus Wave Swells, Fuels Concern Across Europe

July 26, 2020 3:13 pm

Spain is scrambling to stay ahead of new outbreaks of the coronavirus that prompted the U.K. to impose a quarantine on travelers returning from the country, dealing a new blow to its tourism-dependent economy.

Only weeks after the U.K. included Spain on a list of countries safe for summer holidays, the government reversed course and announced late Saturday it would impose a 14-day quarantine on anyone arriving from Spain. The move came after cases in the country jumped, particularly in the Catalonia region, where authorities are racing to stamp out new outbreaks.…

Chelsea pick Champions League spot, deny Wolves Europa ticket]

Chelsea Pick Champions League Spot, Deny Wolves Europa Ticket

July 26, 2020 3:12 pm

Chelsea have secured the last Champions League spot after finishing fourth place in the Premier League and denied Wolves a place in Europa championship.

Chelsea beat Wolves 2-0 to secure fourth place on Sunday.

Frank Lampard’s side needed a point from the potentially nervy encounter at Stamford Bridge in order to clinch a top-four place – but they stylishly grabbed all three.

Mason Mount’s delightful 25-yard curling free-kick and Olivier Giroud’s effort from close range were just 144 seconds apart on the stroke of half-time and they settled the contest.

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I Can Beat Biden In Write In-Votes - Kanye West

I Can Beat Biden In Write In-Votes – Kanye West

July 26, 2020 3:11 pm
American rapper, Kanye West, has said that he can beat Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden by write-in votes in the upcoming election.

Kanye announced his presidential bid for 2020 on U.S independence day.

On his verified Twitter page, he wrote; ”I can beat Biden off of write-ins #2020VISION”

However, after his post, Kanye’s mental health was questioned as he went on a tirade last week, calling out his wife Kim Kardashian and her family.

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Other users were frustrated that the rapper has been tweeting about everything but music lately, asking …

Why I Sacked General Ihejirika As CoAS – Jonathan

Jonathan Sends Message To Kwara Gov. Over Father’s Death

July 26, 2020 3:10 pm

Former President, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan has commiserated with Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Abdulrahman Abdul-Razaq, over the passing on of his father Alhaji Abdulganiyu Folorunsho Abdul-Razaq, who died on Saturday at the age of 93.

In a condolence message he personally signed, the former President described late Abdul-Razaq as a highly respected legal icon.

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The message stated: “I condole with you, all the members of the Abdul-Razaq family, and the good people of Kwara State on the sad demise of your dear father, Alhaji Abdulganiyu Folorunsho Abdul-Razaq, which occurred on Saturday, July

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Ohanaeze Election: Fresh Imeobi Holds In Owerri

South East Govs Direct Ohanaeze To Settle Anyim, Arthur Eze

July 26, 2020 3:09 pm

The South East Governors Forum and Igbo leaders at the weekend directed the leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo to mediate between the crisis that ensued between the former Senate President, Senator Pius Anyim and Prince Arthur Eze.

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The chairman of the South East Governors Forum and Governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi, made this known to journalists at the Governor’s Lodge shortly after a teleconference meeting with other governors and leaders of the zone.

According to him “The meeting requested the President of Ohanaeze to meet with Prince

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End SARS: Trade Unions, Opposition Parties Failed Nigerians – Sani

Why Heads Of MDAs Disrespect Legislators – Shehu Sani

July 26, 2020 2:25 pm

A former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has outlined some of the reasons some heads of Federal Ministries, Departments and Agencies, (MDAs) are disrespecting legislators in Nigeria.

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Among the reasons he gave today on his Twitter handle, was the legislators’ incessant requests for favours in forms of contract and job slots.

Other reasons, according to Senator Sani are: “Needless summons by committees. Unofficial visits by Committee heads to MDAs. The subservient badge of the legislators.

“The integrity of the committee chair and members.

“Knowledge of the questionable circumstance behind the

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Defection To APC: PDP Asks Court To Sack Dogara From House

Why I Dumped PDP For APC – Yakubu Dogara

July 26, 2020 2:25 pm

Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has explained why he left the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

In a letter of resignation addressed to the Bogoro ‘C’ Ward Chairman of the PDP, Dogara cited failure of governance in his home state, Bauchi, under the administration of Governor Bala Mohammed whom he helped install as a governor in 2019.

Read Also: Yakubu Dogara Didn’t Really Leave APC – Keyamo Reacts

Dogara said that he cannot successfully ask questions about maladministration without being accused of disloyalty if he were to remain in …

APC blasts PDP, Wike for violence in Benin

APC Blasts PDP, Wike For Violence In Benin

July 26, 2020 2:24 pm

The All Progressives Congress has heaped on the PDP, the blame for the fracas that happened in Benin, Edo Capital on Saturday, when Governor Godwin Obaseki launched his re-election campaign.

The APC said the violence represented a glimpse into the “do or die” plot the PDP plans to unleash in the run-up to the September 19 Governorship Election.

In s statement by Deputy publicity secretary, Yekini Nabena, the party said it was disturbed
by the images and reports of the destruction of property and violence meted on hapless victims during Saturday’s campaign of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

The statement …

Ondo Guber - Ajayi Romances Mimiko, May Dump PDP For ZLP

Ondo Guber: Ajayi Romances Mimiko, May Dump PDP For ZLP

July 26, 2020 2:21 pm

Indications emerged, yesterday, that the embattled deputy governor of Ondo State, Mr Agboola Ajayi, may dump the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) following his inability to emerge the governorship candidate of the PDP.

Ajayi was said to have met with the former governor of the state and national leader of the ZLP, Dr Olusegun Mimiko. Although details of their meeting were not made public, it was speculated that Ajayi was seeking the endorsement of Mimiko and his supporters to emerge the governorship candidate of the ZLP.

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PDP Begins Plans for 2023, Sets Dates for Congresses

PDP Begins Plans For 2023, Sets Dates For Congresses

July 26, 2020 10:17 am

The opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has begun preparations for the 2023 general election, particularly the presidential election, and set dates for the conduct of congresses across the country.

PDP said the congresses were expected to take place in 24 of the 36 states of the federation.

Read Also: Ondo PDP Primaries: 2,111 Delegates Set To Elect Flag Bearer

However, National Publicity Secretary of PDP, Kola Ologbondiyan, told THISDAY that the party had not decided where the presidential candidate of the party would come from. Ologbondiyan said the party was concentrating on the Edo and Ondo states governorship elections for …

North Korea reports first suspected coronavirus case

North Korea Reports First Suspected Coronavirus Case

July 26, 2020 10:16 am

North Korea declared its first suspected coronavirus case on Sunday, becoming one of the last countries to do so as the number of people infected worldwide passed 16 million.

The isolated, impoverished state had until now insisted it had not detected a single COVID-19 case — even as the pandemic swept the planet, overwhelming health systems and trashing the global economy.

At least 645,000 people around the world have succumbed to the respiratory disease, with North Korean arch-rival the United States the worst-hit country by far.

“The vicious virus could be said to have entered the country,” leader Kim Jong …

Two Shot Dead In Protest-Hit US City Of Kenosha – Police

US Racial Injustice Protests Mount

July 26, 2020 10:16 am

Protesters have taken to the streets of several U.S. cities to bring attention to racial injustice.

Protests in Portland, Oregon, have been going in for two months, since the May 25 death of George Floyd while in police custody in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

The Trump administration has sent federal officers to Portland, adding additional fuel to the protests. The demonstrators now are also protesting the federal presence in the city.

In Seattle, police using flash bangs and tear gas arrested 45 people Saturday after demonstrations in support or the protests in Portland turned violent. Police said more than 20 police officers …

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