Julian Alvarez
10 Nov
Julian Alvarez earned Atletico Madrid a 1-0 win at Mallorca on Sunday to take his side third in La Liga. Diego Simeone's side secured their fourth consecutive victory across all competitions in a tight clash at Mallorca's Son Moix stadium. Alvarez netted his fourth league goal since joining Atletico from Manchester City in the summer…
26 Sep
Julian Alvarez struck a 90th-minute winner for Atletico Madrid to snatch them a 1-0 victory at Celta Vigo on Thursday in La Liga. Even a single point would have flattered Diego Simeone's side but they took all three when the Argentina international, on as a substitute, finished Antoine Griezmann's cross at the back post. Celta…
12 Aug
Atletico Madrid signed striker Julian Alvarez from Manchester City on Monday in a deal reported to be worth up to 85 million euros ($93 million). "The club has reached an agreement with Manchester City for the transfer of the Argentine forward, who has signed a contract for the next six seasons," said Atletico in a…
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One Samuel Dada, 52, on Tuesday, appeared before an Ado-Ekiti Chief Magistrates Court charged with duping 12 prospective US bound travellers of N16 million Dada, whose address was not provided, is facing a two-count charge of forgery and fraud, but the court did not take his plea. The prosecutor, Insp Akinwale Oriyomi, told the court…
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The Jigawa State Government on Tuesday said it had concluded plans to establish an agency for teachers’ training and education managers development. Prof Isa Yusuf, the Commissioner for Higher Education, Science and Technology, said this while speaking at a one-day cluster training for English Language, Mathematics and Science teachers in Dutse. The News Agency of…
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The Advocates of Social Justice for All (ASJA) has called on the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Esther Walson-Jack, to reconsider the appointment of Shamseldeen Ogunjimi as the Accountant General of the Federation. The group stressed the need for the HoS to preserve institutional reforms by ensuring that appointments to critical…
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The Commissioner of Police, Abia Command, Danladi Isa, has disbanded the command’s Anti-Cultism Unit for unprofessional conduct and incivility towards members of the public. A statement by the command’s spokesperson, ASP Maureen Chinaka, on Tuesday, said that the action aligned with the vision of the Inspector General of Police. Chinaka quoted Isa as saying the…
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President Bola Tinubu has called on critics of Africa to stop questioning Africa’s capacity for democracy and development. Tinuu said it was high time for critics to recognise the strides made by nations like Ghana and Nigeria, without constantly asking African countries to "prove themselves." He added that African countries have nothing to prove to…
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An Ojo Magistrates’ Court, on Tuesday, granted N500,000 bail to a Sales Rep. Sunday Babatunde, standing trial for alleged N5.3 million theft. Babatunde, 34, was arraigned before Magistrate, L.K.J Layeni, on a one-count charge of breach of trust. Babatunde, however, pleaded not guilty to the charge. The magistrate granted the defendant bail in the sum…
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President Bola Tinubu has told Ghanaians that their newly inaugurated leader, John Dramani Mahama, is a man of “patriotic vision and substance.” Tinubu made this statement during Mahama’s swearing-in ceremony in Accra on Tuesday. He also lauded Mahama for his dedication to his country and its people. "Your new president is a man of patriotic…
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This is year is all about intentionality. As a lady, you can start this year with all the shine and glamour and thrive at your field. The world is evolving, and the modern woman must stay steps ahead. Therefore, positioning yourself well will earn you growth and success in the year. So, how do you…
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The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced an extension to the registration period for the 2025 WASSCE for Private Candidates, First Series. The initial registration deadline, set for Monday, January 6, 2025, has now been extended to Monday, January 20, 2025. In a statement shared via its official X account, WAEC informed intending candidates…
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The lawmaker representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Senator Lawal Adamu Usman, has lampooned a group, known as Kaduna Elders Forum (KEF) over threats to recall him from the National Assembly for alleged non-performance. He told the elders that he was not disturbed by their demand, just as he explained, "I am only interested in pursuing…