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INFANTINO’S VISIT, PINNICK’S NEW POLITICS AND THE FUTURE OF AFRICAN FOOTBALL

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The Fifa president’s recent visit to Abuja was a moral victory for Amaju Pinnick’s administration as well as an opportunity for federation chiefs to chart a new path. Football’s biggest personality was in Abuja last week as part of moves to reposition Nigerian football in an era when its fortunes have tumbled faster than a deluge. Gianni Infantino, the president of Fifa, visited Nigeria alongside secretary general Fatma Samoura as the administration of Amaju Pinnick got a shot in the arm. Infantino met with President Muhammadu Buhari at Aso Villa and shared with him the changes that are taking place in the world of football. Both men shared their common struggles, having to clean up the Augean stable after their predecessors and the massive work of forging a new image for their different constituencies. While Infantino’s visit must have cost a fortune to put together in such a time of belt tightening both in public service and corporate practice, the gains it is hoped wil...

Photos: Dele Momodu honored with a doctorate degree by a Ghanaian university

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Ovation publisher, Dele Momodu was today honored with a doctorate degree by the University of Professional Studies in Accra, Ghana. Congrats to him. The ceremony was atteneded by his family and the President of Ghana, John Mahama. See more photos after the cut... Ovation publisher, Dele Momodu was today honored with a doctorate degree by the University of Professional Studies in Accra, Ghana. Congrats to him. The ceremony was atteneded by his family and the President of Ghana, John Mahama. See more photos after the cut...

Watch: Angry woman destroy pastor husband's property for cheating, man says "culture allows him to marry 4 women"

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An aggrieved woman who accused her husband of infidelity went on a rampage and destroyed his café in Ukunda, Kwale County, Kenya in a fit of fury. On Saturday morning Mrs. Ruth Nyaga, accompanied with her friend, stormed her husband’s restaurant situated at Kona Ya Chafu area and started throwing tables and chairs, bottles in the air – and any other object of value that came to sight, forcing dining customers to flee for safety. Mrs Nyaga said her husband, who is also a pastor, has abdicated his responsibilities, adding that she is now demanding that her husband of 20 years does the honourable thing and introduces his lover formally if he has intentions of marrying her. "I inquired from my husband if he had completed putting up the cafeteria. He was shocked that I knew of his secret investment. Angry at me, he questioned who informed me about his underground project," the aggrieved woman told eDaily. Ms Nyaga told Citizen Digital that her husband has been usin...

Vivica Fox stuns as she turns 52

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Actress and producer Vivica Fox celebrated her 52nd birthday today with this stunning photo. Happy Birthday to her.

Nigerian man transitions into a woman in the UK (photos)

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Nigerian man Habeeb Babatunde Lawal, a graduate of the University of Lagos, has transitioned into a woman and is currently working as an LGBT rights activist in the UK. He now goes by the name Noni Salma. More photos after the cut ...

Photos: Young female doctor killed in a fatal accident in Abia Sate

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This beautiful young doctor identified as Dr. Nneoma Uhuegbu died in a fatal accident around Umuikaa on her way to Umuahia from Aba last night. She was on her way to Umuahia to collect her induction gown as a fresh medical doctor. Her induction is on the 28 at ABSU. According to reports, 12 passengers and driver involved in the accident survived except for her. This is so sad! May her soul rest in peace. Amen! Below is what her friend Ogbonnaya Bonky Chibuzor wrote on Facebook: "The audacity of death. The reckless, arrogant enemy of humanity has struck again. On this occasion, its wicked hands did us an irreparable damage which is permanent. It has snatched away a humble, brilliant, amiable, creative and hard-working doctor from us, in a rude and shocking manner. Nneoma has spent 8 years of her life studying medicine & surgery. Their induction into the medical body was scheduled to hold this Thursday 28 July. What a loss!!!.. What happens to the project I wanted you ...

Iggy Azalea steps out in a sheer outfit to Vegas club event, spotted leaving with French Montana

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Rapper Iggy Azalea announced her split from her NBA player fiance Nick Young back in June after she caught him cheating on her with other women at their home while she was away. After their split, it was also revealed that Nick was expecting another child with his baby mama. However, it seems Iggy Azalea has put the past behind her. She stepped out to party at the Jewel Nightclub event in Las Vegas and if reports are to believed, she's having a fling with Khloe's ex, French Montana. A fellow guest at the event told E! News that the 26-year-old rapper who flashed her black lace bra in a sheer figure-hugging blouse, danced with French Montana at the club and they were later spotted leaving the club together. The pair were also seen at Jennifer Lopez's birthday bash. More photos below...

Photos: Armed bandits reportedly attack Corpers lodge in Rivers State, injure one

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Some Armed bandits reportedly attacked a corpers lodge in Bori, Khana Local Government Area, Rivers State. This was before an Independent National Electoral Commission Office in the same area was gutted by fire on July 22. According to a LIB reader; "On the 10th of July 2016, the Corpers lodge in Bori the capital of Khana LGA of Rivers state was attacked by about 15 armed robbers by 4 am. 4 Corpers were present whose names are Duru Humphrey (pictured), Aroh ifeanyi, Ebenezer Benson and Onyekachi Christian. They were disposed of their valuables including money and gadgets. The robbers used machete to inflict injuries on the innocent corps members before leaving the area. Up till know the government is yet to react to this and even the hospital bills were payed by the victimized corps members."

Jealous female student poisons her crush & his girlfriend (pics)

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A jealous female student of the University of Benin has allegedly poisoned to death her crush’s girlfriend and the crush himself. According to the report, the two lovers who died, Joel and Precious, were served food separately by the jealous friend at a dinner party. The jealous friend who was part of the team serving the food saw that as a lifetime opportunity to penetrate, hence, the poisoning of Precious’ food. But Joel who is a romantic guy poured both foods together so that they both can eat from same plate.