Ugandan Court Orders Immediate Release of Omah Lay by Raphael Bichene

A Ugandan court has ordered the release of two fast-rising Nigerian singers, Omah Lay and Tems, from detention. This is coming three days after they were arrested in Uganda for allegedly flouting COVID-19 guidelines. Newsmen reports that they were arrested after their performances at The Big Brunch, which held at Speke Resort, Wavamunno Rd, Kampala, Uganda. Court… Continue reading Ugandan Court Orders Immediate Release of Omah Lay by Raphael Bichene

Maina Slumps in Court by Raphael Bichene

In what is becoming a trend, the former Chairman of the defunct Pension Reform Taskforce Team, Abulrasheed Maina, currently facing money laundering charges, Thursday, collapsed before trial Justice Okon Abang of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja Maina slumped shortly after the court resumed proceedings in the 12-count charge the Economic and Financial Crimes… Continue reading Maina Slumps in Court by Raphael Bichene

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Wolves Striker Jimenez Out of Hospital After Surgery by Raphael Bichene

Wolves striker Raul Jimenez has left hospital after suffering a fractured skull in a clash of heads with Arsenal’s David Luiz, the Premier League club announced on Tuesday. The 29-year-old needed surgery after sustaining the horrific injury in his side’s victory against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium last week. A statement on Wolves’ Twitter feed… Continue reading Wolves Striker Jimenez Out of Hospital After Surgery by Raphael Bichene

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Ogun State Police Warns Against #EndSARS Protests by Raphael Bichene

The Ogun State Command of the Nigeria Police has warned any persons or group of persons planning to stage any form of protest in the state to desist from such action or face the full wrath of the law. The command spokesperson, DSP Abimbola Oyeyemi, gave the warning in a statement he made available to… Continue reading Ogun State Police Warns Against #EndSARS Protests by Raphael Bichene

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Strike: Labour Gives Niger Government Fresh Conditions by Raphael Bichene

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) in Niger has made three points demand to enable it suspend the ongoing seven-day strike in the state. Mr Yakubu Garba, the state Chairman, NLC made this known on Sunday, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Minna. “We held a… Continue reading Strike: Labour Gives Niger Government Fresh Conditions by Raphael Bichene

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Jupiter and Saturn Head for Closest Visible Alignment in 800 Years by Raphael Bichene

On Dec. 21, Jupiter and Saturn will appear to be no more than a dime’s width apart in the night sky. The last time that could be seen was in 1226. For months, Saturn and Jupiter have appeared to be courting, as the giant celestial bodies have gradually drawn nearer in the night sky. Over… Continue reading Jupiter and Saturn Head for Closest Visible Alignment in 800 Years by Raphael Bichene

Insecurity: President Buhari to Appear Before House of Reps December 10 by Raphael Bichene

President, Muhammadu Buhari , may appear before the House of Representatives on December 10, following the adoption of a motion of urgent national importance. Benjamin Kalu, the Spokesperson for the House of Reps, disclosed this while briefing newsmen on Thursday in Abuja. The President was invited on December 2 by the lawmakers in a rowdy… Continue reading Insecurity: President Buhari to Appear Before House of Reps December 10 by Raphael Bichene

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48 NBA Players Test Positive for Coronavirus by Raphael Bichene

The NBA announced on Wednesday that 48 players have tested positive for the coronavirus, a dramatic increase over the zero positive tests reported during last season’s quarantine bubble in Florida. The league said the positive tests are the result of 546 tests carried out between November 24-30 as the NBA gets set to begin preseason… Continue reading 48 NBA Players Test Positive for Coronavirus by Raphael Bichene

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UK Covid Infections Drop by 30 Percent Over Lockdown-React Study….

Coronavirus infections in England have fallen by about a third over lockdown, according to a major study.Some of the worst-hit areas saw the biggest improvements – but, despite this progress, cases remained relatively high across England.Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the data showed the country could not “take our foot off the pedal just yet”.The… Continue reading UK Covid Infections Drop by 30 Percent Over Lockdown-React Study….

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Total Blackout in Nigeria as National Grid Collapses by Raphael Bichene

Nigeria’s national power grid collapsed again on Sunday afternoon plunging the country into a total blackout. A message from Kaduna Electric to its customers via its Twitter handle, says “We regret to inform you that the loss of power supply in our franchise – Kaduna, Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara states – is as a result… Continue reading Total Blackout in Nigeria as National Grid Collapses by Raphael Bichene

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