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Tinubu may shake up cabinet as pressure mounts on ministers

The Punch 

•Two-third of ministers underperforming – Opposition Strong indications have emerged that President Bola Tinubu is planning to rejig his cabinet to ease out underperforming ministers. Tinubu has been facing increasing pressure from within and outside his party, the All Progressives Congress, to sack ministers some of whom appeared to have been inactive. The President had

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Hip-hop artist Fatman Scoop dies at 53 after collapsing on stage in Connecticut

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Hip-hop artist Fatman Scoop has died after collapsing on stage at a show Friday in Connecticut. The 53-year-old hype man known for club-ready collaborations topped charts in Europe with “Be Faithful” two decades ago and later lent his distinctive voice and ebullient vibe to hits by such artists as Missy Elliott and Ciara. The cause of his death isn't immediately clear. The mayor of the town of Hamden says he had a medical emergency while performing at a park there, and concertgoers and paramedics tried to aid him. Читать дальше...

Ezeugo confident Eguavoen will fail again with Eagles

The Punch 

Former Super Eagles utility ace Emeka Ezeugo says interim Nigeria coach Austin Eguavoen can’t qualify the team for the World Cup, describing the technical director of the Nigeria Football Federation as a backdoor giant and failure personified. In a statement on his Facebook page on Friday, Ezeugo, a key member of the 1994 AFCON, 1994

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Eagles in EPL winless as Ndidi bags assist in loss

The Punch 

. Aribo defeated, Fulham, Forest duos draw Super Eagles stars endured a tough weekend in the English Premier League, with Wilfred Ndidi providing an assist in Leicester City’s 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa, while Joe Aribo suffered a loss with Southampton and other Nigerian players settled for draws. At the King Power Stadium, Ndidi’s creative

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How innocent kitchenware advances disease

The Punch 

In the modern world, we have countless products designed to keep us safe, particularly given the conveniences we enjoy today. Take, for instance, the zip-lock bag—a product designed to keep your vegetables fresh and your meat or fish free from moisture, even while stored in your fridge or freezer. Consider also the humble pizza box.

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Inside Nigeria’s struggle to end animal cruelty

The Punch 

Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, is home to a vast array of wildlife, ranging from elephants in the savannas to unique bird species in its forests. However, this rich biodiversity is under significant threat due to habitat destruction, poaching, and illegal wildlife trade. In recent years, animal activism and wildlife conservation have gained momentum in

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Leadership about thinking beyond oneself – Osayi Alile

The Punch 

The Chief Executive Officer of Aspire Coronation Trust Foundation, Osayi Alile, tells NAOMI CHIMA about her career, and balancing work and family What inspired you to start working in the entrepreneurship and human development space? The field is not one I knew well from the beginning. My journey didn’t start where I am now. I

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US Forecast

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

US Forecast for Sunday, September 1, 2024

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City/Town, State;Yesterday’s High Temp (F);Yesterday’s Low Temp (F);Today’s High Temp (F);Today’s Low Temp (F);Weather Condition;Wind Direction;Wind Speed (MPH);Humidity (%);Chance of Precip. (%);UV Index

Albany, NY;76;68;89;63;A t-storm in spots;W;8;67%;44%;5

Albuquerque, NM;86;62;86;61;Breezy in the p.m.;ESE;11;34%;0%;9

Anchorage, AK;58;50;57;49;Partly sunny;S;5;76%;44%;3

Asheville, NC;87;62;79;64;A shower and t-storm;NW;4;87%;94%;4

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Lawyer alleges assault by Lagos hotel workers

The Punch 

A yet-to-be-identified hotel staff member has disappeared after assaulting a female human rights lawyer, Toyin Taiwo-Ojo, during the Nigerian Bar Association Annual General Conference held at Hillside Gardens, Victoria Island, Lagos, between August 23 and August 30. Our correspondent gathered that the incident happened during an argument between Taiwo-Ojo’s colleague, Vivian Uwakhonye, and the hotel

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