Makurdi Diocese Catholic Bishop Most Reverend Wilfred Anagbe, has demanded an apology from the federal government, especially Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi for allegeldy attempting to change the narratives of the killing of two priests and 17 worshippers in Mbalom last…
2019: Agbaje begins campaign, laments destruction of his posters –Terh Agbedeh
Jimi Agbaje, Lagos State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, Saturday began his campaign with a formal declaration of his intent to run for office, while kicking against the destruction of his campaign posters by those he alleged as being…
2019: Panic in PDP over Wike’s resignation (Nation)
There was panic in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over alleged threat by Governor Nyesom Wike to resign as the South-South coordinator for the presidential candidate of the party, Atiku Abubakar. The disquiet in the party was informed by the…
Macron to hold crisis meeting after anti-government riots (Guardian)
French President Emmanuel Macron is to hold a crisis meeting on Sunday after anti-government protests in Paris that left 133 people injured and a trail of destruction around the capital. Macron is set to fly into Paris late morning after…
Two suicide bombers die in Borno, leaves five injured (Guardian)
Two unidentified suicide bombers have lost their lives in a failed bid to infiltrate Muna garage in Maiduguri, Borno state. Army Spokesman, Brig-Gen. Sani Usman, in a statement released on Sunday said the incident occurred around 8pm on Saturday when…
Beyonce to lead Mandela tribute concert (Guardian)
Beyonce will lead an all-star line-up that includes Ed Sheeran, Jay-Z and Usher in Johannesburg on Sunday when she performs at a concert to honour the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela. The concert is the climax of a year…
Pope lights candle for children of Syria (Guardian)
Pope Francis lit a candle at the Vatican on Sunday for victims of conflicts around the world, and in particular the children of war-torn Syria. “Advent is a time of hope. Right now, my hope is for peace for the…
England avoid Germany in Euro 2020 draw (BBC)
England have avoided Germany in Euro 2020 qualifying but Northern Ireland must face the three-time winners and the Netherlands in Group C. At 42 in the world, the Czech Republic are the next highest ranked team in England’s group, which…
Fury v Wilder ends in stunning draw (BBC)
Tyson Fury’s shot at completing a remarkable return to the top of world boxing saw him survive two knockdowns in an enthralling draw with WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder in Los Angeles. In one of the most thrilling heavyweight contests…
2019: Panic in PDP over Wike’s resignation (ThisDay)
There was panic in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over alleged threat by Governor Nyesom Wike to resign as the South-South coordinator for the presidential candidate of the party, Atiku Abubakar. The disquiet in the party was informed by the…