Manchester United have announced that their newly acquired midfielder, Mason Mount will miss their next game against Nottingham Forest due to an injury sustained during their weekend tie against Tottenham.

“Mason Mount will miss Saturday’s game against Nottingham Forest because he sustained an injury in the previous weekend’s encounter with Tottenham Hotspur.

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Mason Greenwood through his official page has reacted to the official statement released by Manchester United concerning him.

In his post, Mason stated that he dropped all allegations against him in February, and he has learned from his mistakes, accepting that he made errors in his relationship.

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Arsenal FC has dedicated their skin victory over Crystal palace to inured Jurrien Timber. Arsenal on Monday night, through Martin Odegaard’s spot kick, won the tie by 1-0 following a vigorous contest from both sides.

Timber, who started Arsenal’s first game and was withdrawn due to early injury will undergo surgery and is also expected to be out for several months.

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Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, on Monday appealed to Ekiti people not to put undue pressure and demands on the newly appointed commissioners and Special Advisers, stressing that such could prevent them from coming to their constituencies regularly as true representatives of the people .

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Human rights activist, Femi Falana, SAN, has asked the Department of State Services (DSS) to release the suspended Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Abdulrasheed Bawa from illegal custody without any further delay.


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The newly sworn-in Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesome Wike, has resumed office.
The News Chronicle reports that Wike, the immediate-past Governor of Rivers State, resumed on Monday with the minister of state, Mariya Mahmud.

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There has never been any love lost between America and Russia. The power tussle for relevance and authority between both superpowers has become very frosty with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. As the war between the two countries rages, America and Europe’s support for Ukraine will only ensure that this conflict will not end anytime soon and that the war theatre would also be extended to other parts of the globe.


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Whether owning a business or having a job is better depends on your individual preferences, skills, circumstance, and goals. Here are some of the key differences between the two:

Owning a business

More control over your work: As a business owner, you have the freedom to make decisions about your business, such as what products or services to offer, how to market your business, and how to manage your employees.

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The Catholic bishop of Bauchi Diocese Dr. Hilary Nanman Dachelem CFM has challenged Catholics on the need to imbibe the four signs of a Dynamic Catholic in living their Christian life. He made this call during the on going 5th Pan African Congress of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal in Africa holding in Abuja at Chida Event Centre Utako with the theme “Arise and Shine for your light has come”.

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South Africa will host and presides over the 15th BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) Summit from August 22 to 24 at the Sandton Convention Centre (SCC) in Johannesburg, purposefully to deliberate on a broad range of important multiple issues, including new membership, common currency, various parameters of development and security and institutional architecture, on the discussion table.

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Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji has approved the appointment of Engr. Sunday Olanrewaju Komolafe as the new Head of Service in Ekiti State Civil Service.

Komolafe, until his new appointment, was the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Works and Transportation. “He succeeds Barrister Bamidele Agbede, who plans to retire from the State Civil Service on Friday, August 18th, after completing the mandatory 35 years of service.”


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Bandits Attack School, Kill Two Teachers
Bandits have attacked a secondary school in the Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State and killed two teachers.

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Big Brother Naija All Stars contestant, Cynthia Nwadiora popularly known as Ceec has shared a revelation about her fellow female housemates, sparking a buzz on the internet.

During a conversation with Doyin and Kiddwaya, Ceec mentioned that some of the female housemates have a preference for other women.

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) on Tuesday come out and declared to Nigeria about the ongoing speculation of fuel price increase the organization made it know that the fuel price popularly know as PMS will

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If you intend to travel abroad legally from Nigeria, this involves several steps and considerations. Here are some of the easiest ways to do so:

Tourist Visa: Obtaining a tourist visa is one of the most common ways to travel abroad legally. Research and identify countries that offer relatively straightforward tourist visa application processes for Nigerian citizens. The requirements might include a valid passport, proof of sufficient funds, a round-trip ticket, and an invitation letter or hotel reservation.

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Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has completed a season-long loan move to La Liga side Real Madrid.

"Sanchez's arrival from Brighton could truncate Kepa's playing time, which is why he decided to seek more playing time in Spain with Los Blancos."

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National Judicial Council  denies letter detailing Seniority of Judges of the High Court of Kebbi state 
The attention of the NUJ has been drawn to a fake letter dated 14 July 2023, purported to have emanated from the Council, and signed by the Chief Justice of Nigeria and Chairman, National Judicial Council, Hon Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, GCON.


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Niger Republic coup leader, General Abdourahmane Tchiani has agreed to dialogue with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) after his meeting with Nigerian Islamic Scholars led by the national leader of Jama’atu Izalatil Bid’ah Wa Iqamatus Sunnah (JIBWIS), Sheikh Abdullahi Bala Lau in Niger Republic.

According to Niger Republic’s Prime Minister, Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine, General Tchiani gave the green light for talks with ECOWAS and was optimistic the talks with ECOWAS would take place in the next few days.

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It seems peace is not an option in the big brothers house. Just when one thinks that peace has returned to the house, Biggie decides to cause a stir.

A parrot's playback during a film shot for the wager task created a war of mistrust among the housemates, turning Thursday's happenings in the All Stars house into a dramatic twist. The event took place during a recent filming session for their wager challenge, which had already emotionally taxed the housemates as a result of their extensive preparations.
a housemate secret was revealed during the playback session which ha further cause a buzz in the hose

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Delta State Government has pledged continued commitment to promoting inclusive economic growth and strengthening financial management for sustainable development.

The State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, gave the pledge when he received on courtesy visit, the 59th President and Chairman Governing Council of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, ICAN, Dr Innocent Okwuosa and his delegation at Government House, Asaba on Wednesday.

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BBN Update: The dramatic turmoil in the Big Brother Naija All Stars house arises from simmering unrest regarding food consumption and distribution. A recent argument among the housemates, during which they voiced complaints about food supply distribution, triggered the outbreak of the food warfare. Cross was among the first to express his worries about the rising gap between those who stake the bare minimum of their Moniepoint stockpile and those who indulge in large servings. He complained that some housemates were unfairly utilizing the scarce food supplies while making scant contributions to the Moniepoint currency collection.


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The Centre for Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has cautioned that military action might be harmful for Nigeria, with a yearly financial cost estimated at $2 billion, as concern of the Niger coup escalating grows.

The CPPE questioned whether the nation could afford the expense given the country’s present low public revenue, close to 100% debt service to revenue ratio, and growing debt. They asked for further reflection.

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Upcoming Nollywood Movies August

Below are the movies set to be released this August:

“Jagun Jagun”

Jagun Jagun tells the story of how a young man determined to become a powerful warrior joins an elite army, encountering the wrath of a maniacal warlord and the love of a fierce woman.

The film stars: Femi Adebayo, Lateef Adedimeji, Yinka Quadri, and Odunlade Adekola amongst others.

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How can African Militricians, especially Nigerians without the knowledge of history, Agreement and contract suddenly become such Experts for Power? Those ignorant of how the French imperialists crippled Haiti for daring Independence, cannot understand the devastating effects of the French Agreement with West African French Speaking countries. Though the British do not spell out their Agreement with English Speaking African countries with such impunity, the opium effects are no less disadvantageous. Ironically, it was the far Right Italian before she became Prime Minister that challenged France on this. The more they sugarcoat their inhumanity to man, the more they exposed their entrenched racist bias.

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The Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, stated that the state is ready to serve as one of Nigeria’s host cities for the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2027.

Speaking when he played host to the Confederation of African Football, CAF bidding inspection committee at Government House, Asaba on Tuesday, Governor Oborevwori said the state was peaceful and conducive to host the continental football tournament.

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The United States of America has cautioned the Niger junta that America might take military action if the country’s military rulers don’t restore constitutional order.
The US acting Deputy Secretary, Victoria Nuland, in a special briefing on Niger disclosed this via a teleconference on Tuesday.

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The Nigerian Senate yesterday, Monday, 7th August, 2023 confirmed all but two of the ministerial nominations presented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, was one of those yet to be confirmed. Meanwhile an Islamic human rights organization, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has demanded for an explanation for the delay in confirming the former governor.

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The reasons for the poverty in these states are often multifaceted and can include factors such as lack of infrastructure, low access to education and healthcare, limited economic opportunities, and issues related to governance and corruption.

Here are the top 10 poorest states in Nigeria according to GDP per capita in 2022:

10. Taraba
Taraba State in Nigeria struggles with poverty due to challenges like limited access to modern agricultural practices, inadequate infrastructure, low industrialization, poor education and healthcare services, security issues, and governance problems. Its heavy reliance on agriculture is hampered by inconsistent rainfall and a lack of modern techniques. Insufficient infrastructure and industrialization limit economic diversification and job opportunities. Additionally, conflicts and security concerns disrupt economic activities, while inadequate education and healthcare hinder human capital development. Addressing these multifaceted issues requires comprehensive efforts to improve agriculture, infrastructure, education, healthcare, governance, and security.
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The craze for anything foreign over locally produced ones has become a reality we will have to live with. Elected political office holders, who are supposed to lead the way, are unfortunately the worst culprits. The basis upon which these rejections are made have less to do with the quality of the local products and more on the inordinate desire and preference for foreign goods over locally manufactured ones.

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Suspected “Yahoo boy” with human parts arrested by police in Ondo
The police in Ondo State have arrested one 24-year-old man, Franklin Akinyosoye, after finding human parts in his possession.

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