World News

Nov
25
2022
By Amos Oge Kalu
Mikel Obi states why he’s never been a fan of C. Ronaldo

Mikel Obi states why he’s never been a fan of C. Ronaldo

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Former Nigeria captain, John Mikel Obi, has given reasons why he has never been a fan of Cristiano Ronaldo. Mikel Obi insisted he has always preferred the 37-year-old’s rival, Lionel Messi. Ronaldo is currently a free agent after Manchester United terminated his contract this week. “I’ve never been a Ronaldo fan really. “For me, when a player has so much ego, I don’t really get it. He’s never been one of my favorite players and that’s why I always go for Messi really,” Obi-Mikel told Dubai Eye. Ronaldo became the first player in World Cup history to score in five…
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Nov
25
2022
By Amos Oge Kalu
World Cup: Pele sends message to Neymar, other Brazil stars

World Cup: Pele sends message to Neymar, other Brazil stars

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Football icon, Pele, has sent a message to Brazil players, including Neymar to bring home the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Pele made this known in a post via his Instagram account on Thursday before Brazil’s World Cup win over Serbia. Recall that Brazil defeated Serbia 2-0 in their World Cup opener, thanks to Richarlison’s brace. The 82-year-old posted a series of photos of his past World Cup glories, telling Neymar and his Brazil teammates: “Today we start writing a new story.” “We must respect and play each match with the focus of a final. It is important to play beautifully,…
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Nov
03
2022
By Amos Oge Kalu
Patoranking, Bob Marley’s son to thrill fans at 2022 World Cup

Patoranking, Bob Marley’s son to thrill fans at 2022 World Cup

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Nigeria’s music sensation, Patoranking, has been lined up among the artistes that will entertain fans at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. The 32-year-old, according to information on FIFA’s website, will mount the stage on November 28. Patoranking, whose real name is Patrick Nnaemeka Okorie, is lined up to perform at the Mundial along with DJ Aseel, Gims, Miami Band, Julian Marley and The Uprising, Myrath, Hassan Shakosh, and clean bandit. It would be recalled that multiple award-winning singer Davido was featured on the official World Cup soundtrack, alongside American star Trinidad Cardona and Qatari sensation Aisha. FIFA is…
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Nov
02
2022
By Amos Oge Kalu
Israel: Benjamin Netanyahu on course to victory after 97% of votes counted

Israel: Benjamin Netanyahu on course to victory after 97% of votes counted

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Former Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, is on course to return to power in one of the most right-wing coalitions in Israel’s history. There are indications that the development is causing jitters among Palestinians and Arab neighbours, who fear it could heat up tensions in the Middle East. With approximately 70 percent of the votes counted, Netanyahu’s conservative Likud and its allies are on track to control a majority in the parliament. “We are on the brink of a very big victory,” a smiling Netanyahu told cheering supporters at his Likud party election headquarters, his voice hoarse from weeks of…
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Oct
27
2022
By Chimamanda
Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle says she’s 43% Nigerian

Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle says she’s 43% Nigerian

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The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, has opened up on her genetic heritage, revealing that she is 43% Nigerian. Markle made this known in the latest episode of her podcast, Archetypes, where she expressed her desire to learn more about her roots, Mirrors reported on Tuesday. In the episode, Markle discussed with American actress Issa Rae, Nigerian-American writer Ziwe Fumudoh, and professor Emily Bernards. The Duchess of Sussex then stated that she took a genealogy test which revealed that she is 43% Nigerian. She said, “I just had my genealogy done a couple of years ago.” When her guests asked her to…
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