A moment of political tension unfolded on Sunday during the official commissioning of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appeared to snub Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, during a handshake with state governors. The incident, which occurred in full view of dignitaries and national media, saw President Tinubu greet other governors present...
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Alcaraz Makes It Past Dzumhur to Reach the Fourth Round of the French Open
Carlos Alcaraz beat Damir Dzumhur to reach the fourth round of the French Open. The Spaniard had to do it the hard way, winning 6-1, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4. Alcaraz won the first two sets, but Dzumhur showed no sign of giving up as he grew into the game in the third set, which he won....
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North Korea Has Deployed Thousands Of Troops To Help Russia ‘Terrorize Ukraine,’ Report Finds
Russia has deployed thousands of North Korean soldiers and weaponry to “terrorize” Ukraine, according to a new report by members of the United Nations which reveals a “myriad of unlawful activities,” and exposes Moscow’s reliance on the isolated regime. The Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team (MSMT), comprising 11 U.N. member states including the U.S., the United Kingdom, and Japan, said...
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“It Was Russia That Started This War. It Is Russia That Must Stop The Killings And The Destruction Of Lives”—- Zelenskyy Says
Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelenskyy: “During the visit of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye to Ukraine we discussed diplomacy, all the real opportunities that exist and those that must be created. “ I also had a good meeting with U.S. Senators Graham and Blumenthal. I thank them for their support of Ukraine, their support...
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Champions League-Winning Defender Jonny Evans Draws The Curtain On Professional Football
Jonny Evans has retired from professional football at the age of 38. The former Northern Ireland international has brought an end to an illustrious career. He played for Manchester United, Sunderland, West Bromwich Albion, Leicester City, and Belgian side Royal Antwerp. He made 537 club appearances and earned 107 caps for his country. Evans won...
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Former Dutch International Heitinga Appointed Head Coach of His Beloved Ajax
Ajax has appointed John Heitinga as the new head coach of the club. He signs a two-year contract valid until June 30, 2027. He brings with him experienced manager Marcel Keizer, who will serve as assistant coach. Heitinga isn’t a new name to Ajax fans, having played for the club from 2001–2008 and again from...
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Jeremie Frimpong Signing Made Official – Joins Liverpool for £35m
Liverpool have completed the signing of Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen. The Reds will pay a fee of £35 million to the German club. Frimpong told the club media: “It went quite easy. Liverpool came and said they had interest, and obviously for me it was a no-brainer. “For me, it was like, ‘Whatever you...
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Algeria Name 29-Man Squad for Rwanda Friendly Ahead of World Cup Qualifiers and AFCON
Algeria head coach Vladimir Petkovic has named a 29-man squad ahead of the upcoming friendly match against Rwanda. The fixture serves as preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying games scheduled for September, as well as the Africa Cup of Nations set to take place in December. The match will be played on Tuesday,...
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