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Ikeagwu ThankGod is expected to return to action in Kwara United’s clash against Akwa United. ThankGod missed Kwara United’s midweek fixture in Gombe due to suspension. The midfielder has been a regular starter for the Kabiru Dogo’s side this season. Kwara United will aim to build on their away victory over Gombe United against Akwa United. The Harmony Boys will lock horns with the Promise Keepers at the Kwara State Sports complex on Sunday (today). Kwara United are 14th on the table with 36 points after 29 games.

Conflicts are an inevitable part of any relationship, including marriages. However, navigating these challenges can strengthen or weaken your bond with your spouse. This guide offers quick steps to help you rebuild trust and restore harmony when confronted by disagreements within your marriage. By implementing these strategies, couples can foster a more resilient and fulfilling partnership. #1 Understanding the Importance of Reconciliation Reconciling after conflict is essential because it helps maintain emotional intimacy and prevents resentment from building up over time. When both partners feel heard and understood, they develop a stronger connection that fosters mutual respect and love. #2…

Bernardo Silva’s crafty finish helped Manchester City to a 3-1 victory over FC Copenhagen in their UEFA Champions League (UCL) last 16 first leg, sealing the Sky Blues’ 11th win in a row across all competitions and extending their 21-match unbeaten streak in Europe. Signs of ring rust were to be expected from Copenhagen, who were thrown in at the deep end after a two-month winter break from competitive action, and City sought to capitalise through a barrage of early opportunities. Nathan Aké should have put the visitors in front with a volleyed rebound from point-blank range, before Kevin De…

Mr Uche Onyegbu has been appointed as the Acting Rector of the Federal Polytechnic Oko, Anambra by the Federal Government. The appointment was announced on Saturday in a letter signed by Mr Omotayo Adeyemi, Director, Human Resources Management, Federal Ministry of Education. Onyegbu’s appointment follows the conclusion of Dr Franca Nwafulugo’s tenure as the former Rector on February 2. Onyegbu has 17 years of experience in both administration and academia, having served as a secretary to four consecutive rectors before transitioning to teaching. He holds a B.Sc, M.Sc, and MPA in Public Administration, and is nearing the completion of his…

The former Spanish international, Xabi Alonso is being considered as Jurgen Klopp’s potential successor at Liverpool. However, there has been speculation that Alonso may target Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, whom he previously worked with in San Sebastian, as a key option for a move to Liverpool. Despite transfer links to Barcelona and Arsenal, Liverpool is ready to challenge for the signing of Zubimendi, with Barcelona unlikely to afford his €60m release clause and Arsenal yet to make a firm offer. Alonso’s growing reputation, especially as Bayer Leverkusen push for a Bundesliga title, has sparked interest in the players he…

It is a case of ‘here we go again’ for Nigeria, who have reached the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-finals for a record 15th time. It has not always been a stage that’s treated the Nigerians well though, as five of their last six appearances in the last four at AFCON have ended in defeat – the one exception being in 2013 when they went on to lift the trophy. South Africa was the host in that year, and it’s South Africa providing the opposition here, a nation that Nigeria hasn’t been able to get the better of in…

Senator Ali Ndume, the Senator representing Borno South Senatorial has faulted President Bola Tinubu’s planned relocation of certain federal government ministries to Lagos on Tuesday. Daily Stand Nigeria recalls that Mr. President recently announced the relocation of the Central Bank of Nigeria and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria departments from Abuja to Lagos. Speaking during an interview with Channels Television, Ndume said Tinubu is being misinformed by “political cartels” and “Lagos boys” to make wrong decisions about moving the financial regulators away from the nation’s capital. Ndume warned the relocations will have political consequences as Abuja remains the sole…

Ifeanyi Udeze, the Super Eagles legend, disclosed in an interview that Victor Osimhen might be grappling with confidence issues in Cote d’Ivoire. Osimhen, with just one goal in three games and missing crucial chances, faces pressure affecting his performance. Nigeria secured the second spot in Group A, winning two games and drawing against Equatorial Guinea, where Osimhen scored. Udeze stated on Brila FM, “Osimhen is under pressure; that’s why he is trying everything possible to score. The pressure is affecting him, and his confidence level has dropped a little when facing the opponent’s goalpost.” This weekend, Osimhen aims to regain…

Nigeria’s Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has ordered the nationwide posting of Assistant Commissioners of Police to head intelligence departments at zonal and state police commands. The postings aim to improve intelligence gathering and address rising crime rates, the police force announced on Tuesday. Egbetokun made the postings to “upscale the intelligence department” and enhance its effectiveness per his vision statement, said police spokesperson ACP Muyiwa Adejobi. “It will be recalled that the IGP on assumption of duty reactivated the Presidential approval to upgrade the Force Intelligence Bureau to the status of a Department with the appointment of DIG…

According to the reports, the Ogun State House of Assembly ousted Speaker Olakunle Oluomo due to alleged gross misconduct. The assembly unanimously voted for his removal during Tuesday’s plenary session, with 18 out of 36 members supporting the impeachment. The charges against Oluomo included embezzlement, haughtiness, and other offenses, as reported by the Nation. Oludaisi Elemide was appointed as the new speaker. Oluomo had previously faced arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in 2022 for alleged financial crimes. He was released on administrative bail, contingent on returning to the EFCC head office with the assembly clerk and…

On day 10 of the Africa Cup of Nations, Ivory Coast faced a humiliating 4-0 defeat by Equatorial Guinea, leaving them on the brink of elimination. Despite two disallowed goals and missed chances, Equatorial Guinea secured a surprise group win. Nigeria sealed their spot in the last 16 with a 1-0 win over Guinea-Bissau, thanks to Sangante’s own goal. Equatorial Guinea’s victory in the same group pushed Nigeria to finish second, setting up a meeting with Group C runners-up. Egypt managed to scrape into the last 16 with a thrilling 2-2 draw against Cape Verde, with goals from Trezeguet and…

Everton must decide Arnaut Danjuma’s immediate future as frustration grows for both player and parent club Villarreal over his limited game time. Lyon, also eyeing a bold move to bring Karim Benzema back to France from Saudi Arabia’s Al Ittihad, has expressed interest in taking Danjuma for the season. Yet, there’s no break clause in Villarreal’s loan arrangement with Everton. Manager Sean Dyche emphasizes Danjuma’s current contract with the Goodison club, highlighting his impact in recent games. Despite Lyon’s pursuit, the Holland international started the last two matches, featuring in 18 in total, and scoring twice. However, the lack of…

On Monday, President Bola Tinubu hosted the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) leadership at the State House in Abuja. The meeting, held in the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, included discussions with CAN President Daniel Okoh. Details of the meeting remain unknown at the time of this report. This follows President Tinubu’s recent meeting with the Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria (SCSN) at the Abuja State House. Just two days ago, SCSN’s President, Sheikh Abdur-Rasheed Hadiyyatullah, publicly expressed regret for supporting the APC’s same-faith ticket in the 2023 election. Sheikh Hadiyyatullah’s regret, shared during an Abuja interview, reignited…

Kenneth Omeruo joined manager Jose Peseiro for Nigeria’s pre-match press conference on Sunday, signalling his expected key role in the crucial Africa Cup of Nations clash against Guinea-Bissau. The experienced central defender cautioned his teammates against underestimating their opponent, despite Guinea-Bissau’s consecutive losses in the tournament. Omeruo emphasized the need for seriousness and focus, reflecting on the struggles faced by top African teams. His insights are particularly resonant considering Nigeria’s unexpected early exit at the last AFCON, despite a strong group stage. Omeruo made his sixteenth AFCON appearance as a substitute in Nigeria’s tight 1-0 victory over Ivory Coast. His…

DR Congo and Morocco ended their Africa Cup of Nations clash in a 1-1 draw. The match showcased resilience and competitiveness in this Group F encounter. Morocco, a pre-tournament favorite, took the lead initially with a goal from Achraf Hakimi. Undeterred by the setback, DR Congo fought back bravely. The turning point came when Silas Katompa Mvumpa, coming off the bench, scored a crucial equalizer for DR Congo, showcasing the team’s fighting spirit. Despite a missed penalty by DR Congo’s Cedric Bakambu, the team determinedly leveled the score. After the final whistle, a video revealed tensions flaring between both teams,…

According to reports, Tochukwu Michael is close to sealing a transfer to Sporting Lagos in the Nigeria Premier Football League. The midfielder is set to join Sporting Lagos, who are in the process of finalizing the deal. Injuries have taken a toll on Paul Offor’s side, impacting their performance in the NPFL. To boost the club’s fight against relegation, Michael’s NPFL experience will be crucial. Currently with Remo Stars, the 23-year-old has previously featured for Nasarawa United and Plateau United.

The Nigeria national team forward, Umar Sadiq has clarified his exit from the Super Eagles squad before the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in a statement on Instagram on Friday. The Real Sociedad striker was suggested to had knee injury, during Nigeria’s friendly match against Guinea. According to him, he was examined by the Nigerian medical team who determined he would not be fit for AFCON. However, he was replaced by Terem Moffi and left Eagles camp. Soon after, Sadiq was seen training with Real Sociedad again. He insisted Real Sociedad’s medical team assessed him and discovered it was…

Carter Efe, the popular Nigerian skit maker, explains in an interview with Saturday Beats that he does things differently now as a father. He says he has stopped doing certain things like posting videos of himself dancing in boxers online. Fatherhood has made him upgrade his craft and he cannot keep doing the same things or people will get tired. He also states he has no plans to separate comedy from music as music is a gift from God. His “states and capital” song went viral beyond expectations even though it’s funny and he’s a comedian. He usually obeys his…

Pastor E. A. Adeboye of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) is trending on social media after a video was released of him praying for church members. In the video, Adeboye prayed that in 2024 all of his church members’ colleagues, friends, and family members would come to them begging for food and refreshments. He said he hoped RCCG members would be the “go-to” people in their families that others seek aid from. The RCCG Twitter account rapidly deleted the controversial video after its release. Now many Nigerians on Twitter are criticizing Adeboye, one of Nigeria’s most recognized and…

On Saturday, reality TV star Tolanibaj said on Instagram that she believes people pretend to enjoy marriage. In an Instagram post, Tolanibaj stated that most individuals pretend to like marriage. This came after a Twitter user asked what people fake enjoying. Tolanibaj quoted the tweet before sharing her belief that “most people fake enjoy marriage.” Social media users’ reaction to her perspective on this; anyigold7 said: “Marriage is a beautiful thing and it’s a blessing…alot of people are enjoying the union called marriage…tolani bcuz ur parents didn’t enjoy marriage does not mean that alot are not enjoying marriage” shes__precious__ said:…

On Thursday, January 18, 2024, the Federal Government of Nigeria amended the charges against former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Godwin Emefiele from six to twenty during a court appearance before Justice Hamza Muazu of the FCT High Court. The new charges now include criminal breach of trust, forgery, conspiracy to commit forgery, procurement fraud and conspiracy to commit felony. Prosecutor Rotimi Oyedepo said he had served the defence team with the amended charges. Emefiele’s lawyer Mathew Burkaa responded that he needed time to review the new charges before his client could enter a plea. The judge then adjourned…

Kogi State pensioners cry foul over the government’s abrupt screening directive. The Kogi State government recently blindsided pensioners by directing them to present themselves for screening from January 19-25, leaving many of the elderly former civil servants concerned and outraged. “We want the world to know that in most local government areas there are no banks in operation. In this harsh economic situation, what are we going to do when we all are looking for money to feed our families?” said one anxious pensioner, speaking anonymously for fear of retribution. “There is nothing bad if Government wants to know those…

The Presidency has denied reports that President Bola Tinubu plans to reshuffle his cabinet. President Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, stated this during an interview on TVC’s Politics on Sunday program. Rumors of a potential cabinet reshuffle have circulated after the corruption scandal in the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation as well as the suspension of programs by the National Social Investment Programmes Agency (NSIPA). However, Ngelale responded that any cabinet changes would have to wait until the ongoing investigations into alleged fraud in the Ministry are concluded. While Ngeleale said the Tinubu administration…

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