A member of the Civilian JTF, Babagana Idi was killed last night while fighting Boko Haram terrorists in Magumeri Local Government Area of Borno State.It was gathered that the incident happened on Monday night, October 5, when members of the CJTF, Benisheikh Command took the battle to the terrorist camp in Megumeri. Confirming the report…
Argentina legend, Diego Maradona, has tested negative for COVID-19, his lawyer, Matias Morla, said on Monday. Morla’s announcement helped to allay fears that the football icon had contacted the coronavirus after hugging a colleague who was later found to have tested positive. Maradona, who led Argentina to the World Cup in 1986, took the test…
The Commissioner of Police, Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad, FSARS, Imohimi Edgal, has said that he is embarking on measures towards implementing the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu. He said henceforth, “no personnel of the FSARS will be issued firearms except for guard duties, at the base and for immediate response to violent…
Liverpool forward Xherdan Shaqiri has tested positive for coronavirus, the Swiss football association has confirmed. The 28-year-old Swiss winger returned the positive test after joining up with the Switzerland squad for their upcoming games against Croatia, Spain, and Germany. The Swiss FA has confirmed Shaqiri is now in isolation and is “in contact with health…
There was palpable fear Tuesday, in Igborosun, along Aso-Odo Road, area of Badagry, Lagos, as some residents defied possible explosion to scoop petroleum product from the scene of a fallen tanker. The incident reportedly occurred in the morning as the tanker laden with 33,000 liters petrol tanker overturned and fell on the road. Eyewitness account…
The world football governing body, FIFA, has granted the application of Hoffenheim defender, Kevin Akpoguma, to switch international allegiance from Germany to Nigeria. President, Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, announced this on his Twitter page Monday evening. “I’m extremely happy to announce that @FIFAcom has just granted Hoffenheim defender and former German U-20 national team skipper Kevin…
Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie has revealed his plans to contest for the Presidential election. The actor made this known in a tweet via his Twitter account on Tuesday while replying to a fan who said that the country needed young and vibrant leaders like him. He further revealed that he believes he will be the…
Top entertainers Olamide, Wizkid, Davido, Don Jazzy, and Falz have called on the Federal Government to put an end to the incessant brutalities by operatives of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). The #EndSARS generated angry reactions from many Nigerians over the alleged killings and brutality of citizens by the operatives The pop star, Ayodeji Balogun,…
Gunmen have reportedly killed five persons, including a traditional ruler in the Wereng community of Riyom local government area of Plateau. GIOTV gathered the gunmen stormed the village in the early hours of Tuesday and started shooting sporadically, leading to the killing of at least five persons. Several others were said to be seriously injured….
Actor, director, and producer Clark Middleton has died. The actor who appeared in “Kill Bill Vol. 2,” “The Blacklist” and “Snowpiercer,” died Sunday, October 4, as a result of West Nile Virus, his wife Elissa confirmed. He was 63. Elissa wrote: “With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of a life eminently worthy of celebration:…