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‘Ifreke talks Sports: 7 things we learnt from the Nigeria vs France match
by Ifreke Inyang It's safe to say the fight ended as soon as Matuidi ended Onazi's evening with a nasty tackle, for which he could have easily been sent off.…
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11 reasons why the World Cup is like parenting
by Korin Miller Sure, not everyone is into the World Cup, but you don't have to be a soccer fan to get into the games—especially if you're a parent. Here…
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BREAKING: Footballer, Yaya Toure’s younger brother dies at 28
by Akan Ido Ibrahim Toure, younger brother of Yaya and Kolo Toure, has died suddenly at the age of just 28. Toure who was also a professional footballer suddenly died yesterday…
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World Cup fever: 3 reasons why men would skip SEX for this
by Nicole Weaver The poll found that 40 percent of men will refuse sex in order to watch a game. They also found that 42 percent will also…
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Where will you be watching the rest of the 2014 FIFA World Cup matches?
by Akintomiwa Agbaje No soccer game compels as much attention and accolades as the World Cup. But, the question is, ‘where would you like to watch the rest…
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My goodness! Here are the 12 SEXIEST World Cup football players (See Photos)
by ETonline What country has the hottest soccer players? The 2014 FIFA World Cup will have the world's top athletes competing from June 12 through July 13 in Brazil,…
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Exciting moments as England lifts ban on gay marriage (PHOTOS)
by Zara Mustapha Gay marriage was legalized in England and Wales on Saturday, March 29, allowing same-sex couples to troop in large numbers to court houses to make their union…
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Dele Momodu: Now, let’s talk about the Glo-CAF Awards
by Dele Momodu However, Yaya Toure’s impact on the success of his club and country is crystal clear. Although Manchester City did not win the Premier League or any of…
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Opinion: How fans on Twitter will react to Arsenal’s loss (or win) against Napoli tonight
by Segun Ake Arsenal will play Napoli today away at Naples in the UEFA Champions League, while Borussia Dortmund will play Marseille in the last matches of the group of…
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Nigerians now to pay UK visa fee in Dollars online
by Adeola Balogun Barely five weeks after the United Kingdom’s cancellation of the proposed 3,000 pounds visa bond, the government has announced a new regime that would now require applicants…
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Yemi Adamolekun: I believe I deserve better – do you?
by Yemi Adamolekun It is NOT a thing of pride that you can’t stay in Nigeria for more than six weeks and you have to “get out for civilisation”. It’s…
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Opinion: Understanding Jack Wilshere’s ‘beef’ against Adnan Januzaj
by Habeeb Kolade In the face of this decline, the possible encroachment of non English players into the English National team after depriving Englishmen much playing time in the league…
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Opinion: How Africa let me down
by Adedapo Adebajo Those who know me very well can attest to the fact that, I am in love with my country and continent. I am proud of being an…
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Onochie Anibeze: World Cup 2022 – Qatar should shame them
by Onochie Anibeze If those bellyaching that a small country won the hosting rights can prove allegations of corruption we will all support them. But if not, they should realise…
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PHOTOS: But what is this player doing shooting at goal in his undies? Ladies, don’t LOOK
by Akan Ido But for the dogged determination of Tottenham Hotspur's defender, Jan Vertonghen, Aston Villa's Nicklas Helenius would have made history as the first player to score in his underwear. As the…
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Ife Adebayo: Security in Nigeria – Of powerless guns and gated communities (Y! Politico)
by Ife Adebayo In spite of the increase in guns, gated communities... insecurity continues to increase. This is because the solution to insecurity is not guns, nor is it gated…
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Mind what you tweet – You can be sued!
by Brian Wheeler The law concerning Twitter is clear - if you make a defamatory allegation about someone you can be sued for libel. People who tweeted photos allegedly of…
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Why I chose to play for Nigeria, and not England – Victor Moses
Chelsea forward Victor Moses has revealed how former internationals Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha and Nwankwo Kanu talked him into choosing Nigeria over England, especially after he was overlooked by England…
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Why I chose to play for Nigeria, and not England – Victor Moses
Chelsea forward Victor Moses has revealed how former internationals Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha and Nwankwo Kanu talked him into choosing Nigeria over England, especially after he was overlooked by England…
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SEE World’s most expensive wedding cake: $52 million worth (LOOK)
by Isi Esene We bet you have never seen a $52m cake before now. Well, don't be too hard on yourself, neither have we - until now. According to reports,…
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The customer is always right, eh? Man trashes cell phone store after being refused a refund (SNAPSHOT)
It has been said that a person shows their true nature when they are angry. The statement does seem to make sense; when we get angry, we tend to act…
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Father writes nasty letter to his 3 children about their laziness, is he being mean?
A man in England wrote a letter to his three kids that some are either cheering or jeering, depending on what kind of parent you want to be. The…
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Manchester United facing declining revenue, banks on Champions League for hopes of profit
by Isi Esene Manchester United Football Club of England has announced a £4.7m just one month after the club listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Revenue fell by…
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TICKER: Squatting becomes a criminal offence in England and Wales
Squatting in a residential building in England and Wales becomes a criminal offence on Saturday, meaning squatters would face jail or a fine. Ministers said it would offer better protection…
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Not fair: Worldwide transfer spending drops due to Financial Fair Play regulations
by 'Ifreke Inyang The impact of the impending UEFA's Financial Fair Play regulations, is slowly having a stranglehold on transfer dealings. FIFA's mid-year review of the international market has been…
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Mummy, International: Woman delivers twins, each in a separate country
by Lekan Olanrewaju An English woman has given birth to a set of twins; an occurrence which wouldn't be getting so much attention save for the tiny fact that each of…
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Photo of the Week: Kate Middleton, the grammar queen?
by Ifreke Inyang Everyone says the Duchess of Cambridge always had impeccable manners. Unfortunately for the then girl-next-door Kate Middleton, a handwritten letter to the All England Club has revealed…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy