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It’s Matchday 1 from the 2020/21 UEFA Champions League and DStv and GOtv subscribers are not left out of this action, all airing live on SuperSport from Tuesday 20 to Wednesday 21 October 2020 The pick of matches today is the meeting of Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United in the French capital, airing at 8:00pm live on SuperSport Grandstand, with the hosts desperate to avenge their controversial exit at the hands of the 2018-19 Champions League round of 16 at the hands of the Red Devils. However, it’s been a tough start to the new season for PSG and manager, Tomas Tuchel says a lack of signings makes…

The Governor of Lagos State Babajide Sanwo-Olu has imposed a 24hr curfew in the State. In his message to the citizens of the State, Sanwo-Olu says the #EndSARS has developed into a monster hijacked by hoodlums to perpetrate mayhem against the law-abiding Lagosians. Here are details of Sanwo-Olu’s message below : In his message to the citizens of the State, Sanwo-Olu says the #EndSARS has developed into a monster hijacked by hoodlums to perpetrate mayhem against the law-abiding Lagosians. Here are details of Sanwo-Olu’s message below : Dear Lagosians, I have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful…

A Petrol Tanker explosion in Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State, has claimed people’s lives and property. The cause of the explosion could not be ascertained as the remains of the affected persons were still at the scene of the explosion. But an eye witness account along the Bida-Lapai road says, some of the petrol tankers and trailers, complained of spending several days in their vehicles without movement due to bad road. The tankers were said to be carrying Premium Motor Spirit, while the trailers were on the way to various destinations across the country.

The Lagos State Government has ordered the closure of all public and private schools in the state, following the tension generated by the #EndSARS protests. This directive was issued by the Lagos State Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Folasade Adefisayo, on behalf of the government, as part of the measures aimed at ensuring the safety of the pupils/students, parents, and all staff working in schools at this critical period. Part of the statement from the commissioner reads, “The Lagos State Government has directed all pupils/students in public and private schools to stay at home following the tension generated by the #EndSARS…

President of the Senate, Ahmed Lawan has commended President Muhamamdu Buhari for always listening to the demands of citizens of the country. Lawan gave the commendation in Abuja on Sunday, in an interview with State house Correspondents, after he met with President Buhari, alongside the Speaker, House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila. Lawan, who acknowledged that the country is passing through a trying moment, assured Nigerian youths currently involved in EndSARS protests across the country, that the legislature is ready to contribute its own quota, as government works on implementing their demands. He said: “This is certainly a trying moment for our…

Former Head of State, Gen Yakubu Gowon has commended the managers of the National Youth Service Corps for sustaining his vision of a united and indivisible entity which was the cardinal philosophy behind the establishment of the Scheme. Gen Gowon who turned 86 today gave this commendation when the NYSC Family, led by the Director-General, Brigadier General Shuaibu Ibrahim, paid him a goodwill visit to felicitate him on his birthday. The former Head of State commended the managers of the Scheme on the policy of the corps which stipulates deployment of prospective Corps Members to States outside that of their…

Operatives of the Nigeria Police Special Weapons and Tactical Team (SWAT) will commence a training program on Humanitarian Laws, Police conduct in conflict situations, human rights standards, especially in the use of force and firearms, and arrest and detention on Monday, October 19, 2020. The selected personnel will undergo training at the Police Mobile Force Training Schools in Ila-Orangun Osun State and Ende Hills Nasarwa state.In a statement signed by the Force Public Relations Officer Frank Mba, the training is in partnership with the International Committee of the Red Cross.

A leading Chairmanship Aspirant for Abeokuta North Local Government, Honourable Adesina Adeyemi Adejumo popularly known as Motun Congratulates Alhaji Fatai Bodunrin on his appointment as member of the Advisory Council in Ogun State. MOTUN in a release signed by his Media Director, Honourable Jamiu Keshinro described Alhaji Bodunrin as “a leader who is worthy of his onions” The Statement partially quoted reads: “I congratulate our father and leader on his appointment as one of the advisers in Elders Council in Ogun State, our own Alhaji Fatai Bodunrin, you are a Leader whose sagacity worth emulation” “I pray that God gives…

One of the foremost and emerging logistics companies in Nigeria today, SR IPD container and logistics company limited has reiterated its strong commitment to safety and professionalism in the industry as it marks the first year in cargo, haulages and logistics . The company set to celebrate its 1st anniversary by redefining its commitment in service delivery made this known to the newsmen in Lagos yesterday. The chairman and Managing Director, Mr Segun Idowu, SR IPD Container and Logistics Company Limited who described SR IPD as a company, started operation on 14th october 2019 into marine logistic business, taking goods…

Igbos For A Progressive Nigeria, IPAN, an organization formed to unite the Igbos and build bridges of understanding and partnership with other regions of the country, has released an official statement reacting to the current mass protest by Nigerian youths to end police brutalities. In a statement made available to us, Igbos For A Progressive Nigeria, IPAN, congratulates Nigerians for uniting to fight a common menace bedeviling all and sundry in the country. According to the Worldwide President of the group, Lawrence Onuzulike, “The collective will of all Nigerians to fight this danger without any ethnic, religious or political colouration…