Van Dijk
6 Jan
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has defended Trent Alexander-Arnold after his poor display against Manchester United, rejecting suggestions that Real Madrid's interest has had a negative impact on his teammate. Alexander-Arnold was at fault for Lisandro Martinez's opener in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Manchester United at Anfield, falling well below his usual high standards. The…
23 Dec
Virgil van Dijk says there is "no deadline" regarding his contract situation as the clock ticks down to the end of his Liverpool deal. The Netherlands international's current contract expires at the end of the season and from January 1 he will be able to negotiate with overseas clubs. However, it is understood the 33-year-old's…
25 Feb 2024
Liverpool won the League Cup in dramatic fashion as Virgil van Dijk's header late in extra-time sealed a 1-0 win against Chelsea at Wembley on Sunday.
16 Feb 2024
Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk revealed his top five favourite songs ahead of the EFL Carabao Cup Final 2024. The Dutch defender’s matchday playlist features Nigerian Afrobeat artists Omah Lay, Asake, and Rema. The playlist, which was shared on EFL’s TikTok page, also included tracks by The Notorious B.I.G and Mase, the only non-Nigerian artists…
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Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal High Court, FCT, sitting in Apo, Abuja, on Thursday, granted the request of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to amend charges brought against a former Minister of Power, Olu Agunloye, and make him take his plea. Agunloye is standing trial by the EFCC on a seven-count,…
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Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Gas, Rt. Hon. Obongemem Ekperikpe Ekpo, has reiterated his resolve to ensure that the dividends
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The Federal Government has announced the approval of ₦2 billion in interest-free loans for farmers in rural areas. The initiative is part of a broader poverty reduction strategy and is aimed at supporting food production and improving the livelihoods of farmers across the country. The announcement was made by the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs…
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Out-of-favour Super Eagles and Nottingham striker, Taiwo Awoniyi has debunked rumours that he is open to a possible move
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The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed counterfeit medicines and unwholesome food products worth over N1.36 billion in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The destruction, which took place at the Kuje Dumpsite, was carried out in collaboration with the Nigeria Police, the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigerian…
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A faction of Ohanaeze Ndigbo on Thursday threatened to take legal action against any governor, especially those from the Southeast, who diverts local government funds. In a statement issued in Abakaliki, the Deputy National President of the faction, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, noted that the heinous practice of utilising local government resources as a conduit for…
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In a landmark agreement, Hello Tractor and the National Cotton Association of Nigeria (NACOTAN) announced a transformative partnership on Thursday aimed at revolutionising agricultural mechanisation in Nigeria, especially in the cotton, textile and garment (CTG) sector. The collaboration leverages Hello Tractor’s cutting-edge IoT technology to manage and optimise NACOTAN’s fleet of tractors, ensuring efficient…
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A Jos Magistrates’ Court on Thursday sentenced a 41-year-old tailor, Ezekiel Ali, to three months in prison for escaping from custody. The Magistrate, Shawomi Bokkos, summarily tried and sentenced the convict after he pleaded guilty to the charge. Bokkos in his judgment, ordered the convict to pay an option of N20,000 fine or spend 3…
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A corps member has died in a road crash while going to the National Youth Service Corpsorientation camp in Ebonyi. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Sector Commander in the state, Mr. Henry Igwe, confirmed the incident to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abakaliki on Thursday. READ ALSO:21 corps members to repeat service…
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The Nigerian Aviation Handling Company (NAHCO), has been chosen by two regional operators, Afrijet and Air Sierra Leone (ASL), to handle their ground operations in Nigeria. The Head of Corporate Communications, NAHCO, Mr Tayo Ajakaye, said this in a statement on Thursday in Lagos. According to him, the contracts between the parties will see NAHCO…