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An original mixed media land/seascape painting by British conceptual Artist- Cass Stoddart

Canaan Queens Continue Dominance at African Clubs Championship with Victory Over Madagascar

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. Canaan Queens of the Canaan Table Tennis Club Calabar, representing Nigeria at the ongoing 2025 African Clubs Championship in Tunisia, have claimed another impressive victory, this time defeating the Challengers from Madagascar. This latest win follows their successful opening match against Grappes d’Or de Grombelia of Tunisia, solidifying their strong presence in the competition. Canaan Queens were officially selected by the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) to repres

Can over 50s go Umrah?

Undertaking the sacred journey of Umrah holds immense spiritual significance for Muslims worldwide. Many individuals in their golden years, aged 50 and above, contemplate whether they can participate in this pilgrimage. As the age factor plays a crucial role in travel considerations, it is important to understand the possibilities and requirements for individuals over 50 who wish to go on Umrah. In this article, we will explore the options, considerations, and guidance for those in their golden

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ROVERS FC TRIUMPHS OVER FIRST BANK FC 2-1 VICTORY IN NNL 2024/25 WEEK 2

BY ETTAH EMMANUEL O. Omolara Omolabi's Brace Leads Rovers FC to Victory Over First Bank FC In an exhilarating encounter at the U.J. Esuene Stadium in Calabar, Rovers FC emerged victorious over First Bank FC with a 2-1 scoreline in Week 2 match of the 2024/25 Nigeria National League (NNL) season. The match, held on Saturday, 14th December 2024, was a closely contested battle with Rovers FC showing resilience and clinical finishing to secure all three points. The star of the show was Omolara Omola

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One of the old buildings left over from the dutch era

College football Saturday round-up: Alabama completes thrilling win over Georgi

College football Saturday round-up: Alabama completes thrilling win over Georgia, Arch Manning impresses for Texas No. 4 Alabama Crimson Tide completed one of the most thrilling wins of the college football season on Saturday, downing No. 2 Georgia Bulldogs 41-34 in dramatic style. The Crimson Tide led for most of the game and dominated the first half to take a 28-0 lead early in the second quarter. Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck threw two interceptions. Alabama went into halftime with a 30-7

Over 30 Oil Wells Identified in Cross River State.

Published by ETTAH EMMANUEL O. Over 30 oil wells capped about 65 years ago by Shell Petroleum, in Ikot Offiong Community of Cross River State, have been identified. Investigation revealed that the Ikot Offiong youths, mobilised by the community to identify all the oil points drilled and capped by Shell in the 1950s, identified the oil wells, tucked in various locations in the community, recently. Consequently, the youth leader, Asuquo Joseph, who led the youths into the bush to search and identi

Boosting QuickBooks Performance Over Your Network: Troubleshooting Guide

Is your QuickBooks running sluggish over the network?

United States considers Advocate Rusere's concern over Zimbabwe's 2023 elections

The United Nations Human Rights Office, OHCHR, has considered Zimbabwe’s Advocate Talent Rusere’s concern over Zimbabwe’s recurrence of disputed elections and increasing the probability that Zimbabwe’s 2023 elections will be supervised by the United Nations international body. The OHCHR said this Rusere had placed a detailed report of voter intimidation and massive coercion linked to Emerson Mnangagwa’s ZANU PF party. Ahead of the 30 July poll, Liz Throssell, OHCHR spokesperson, told the press that, the UN staff could not verify the reports. Rusere an ally to Nelson Chamisa one of the contenders in the 2023 presidential race told the United Nations that he would not allow Zimbabwe to have peace if the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission couldn’t be disbanded before elections. Meanwhile, ZANU PF party told the people of Zimbabwe on Twitter that, the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) will run the 2023 elections, Advocate Rusere threatens to burn the polling stations. ZEC will

Pakistani Rupee Recovers 1.3% Against USD in Over 45 Days: Signs of Stabilization

The 1.3% recovery of the Pakistani rupee against the US dollar in the past 45 days is a positive sign for the economy, reflecting improved market conditions and investor sentiment. While this recovery presents an opportunity for economic stabilization, it is essential for policymakers to address the underlying challenges to ensure sustained growth.

SANs question Malami, DSS over long detention of Igboho’s aides despite meeting bail conditions

Three Senior Advocates of Nigeria have tackled the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), and the Director-General of the Department of State Services, Yusuf Bichi, over the continued detention of 12 aides of Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, despite meeting all bail conditions. The senior advocates – Femi Falana, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa and Ifedayo Adedipe — said the DSS is inviting anarchy and lawlessness into the country by not obeying the order of a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja which granted bail to the 12 detained aides of the separatist leader also known as Sunday Igboho. According to the detainees’ lawyer, Pelumi Olajengbesi; the presiding judge, Justice Obiora Egwuatu had signed the Release Order of all the 12 detainees when they fully met their bail conditions last week including the provision of 24 sureties.

Ghana Faces Criticism Over Governance Issues: Concerns Rise About Government's Performance

The bad governance Africa is facing

Nigeria Football Supporters Club expels member over alleged anti-Club offences

Nigerian Football Supporters’ Club has announced the expulsion of one of its members, Olarotimi Najim Akinloye, vice President of the club’s association, Ivory Coast chapter The founder and the President-General of the association, Dr. Rafiu Ladipo, explained the reasons for the expulsion of the member, popularly called ‘Laaro,’ as taking advantage of the President in charge of the Ivory Coast chapter, Sunday Oki, who was sick at the time. He made the announcement in a press briefing that was he

Warri Wolves FC Threaten Boycott Over Unpaid Salaries

Warri Wolves FC players are contemplating boycotting the season opener for the 2023/24 season due to lingering issues with unpaid salaries and allowances. One player, speaking on condition of anonymity, voiced their frustrations and financial hardships, urging Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for support. The player emphasized the pressing need for their salaries to be settled, saying, "You can imagine since we resumed for the season since August to date we have not been paid, some of us have family

Germany's Goal Feast at Euro 2024: 5-1 Victory over Scotland

Germany's Achievement: Germany displayed dominance by scoring five goals against Scotland in the opening match of Euro 2024. They showcased an impressive performance at the Allianz Arena.

NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES 2024: OVER 500 TEAM DELTA ATHLETES GO INTO CLOSED CAMPING.

Jude Agbeyeke. Over 500 Team Delta athletes have gone into closed camping ahead of the 8th edition of the National Youth Games holding at the iconic Steven Keshi International Stadium Asaba from September 9 to 19. The Director General of the Delta State Sports Commission, Mr Festus Ohwojero, revealed this on Friday following the conclusion of the over one month open camping and final trials organized by the Sports Commission. According to Mr Ohwojero, over 200 officials also entered into the clo

₹10 k fine over incident, compulsory enrollment: New standards for Noida animal people

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ITS OK TO START OVER

IT’S OK TO START OVER. If anyone tells you that you’re meant to go from the crib to the running track, breeze through college, get your dream job, score the perfect partner and live happily ever after all in one fell swoop, they’re lying…and seriously delusional. The reality is that life is anything but a straight line, and is made up of seasons — some good, some mundane, and some so bad that you’ll need plenty of time to recover from the trauma of living through it. And it won’t care how young