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Serbia’s Novak Djokovic created history on Sunday when he captured a record-breaking 23rd Grand Slam title with a third French Open triumph. Djokovic brushed off an early wobble to defeat Casper Ruud of Norway 7-6 (7/1), 6-3, 7-5 and snap the tie of 22 Slams he shared with career-long rival Rafael Nadal. Victory for the third time in Paris, after 2016 and 2021, adds to his 10 Australian Open titles, seven at Wimbledon and three at the US Open. Also read; Swiatek wins third French Open, fourth Grand Slam title The 36-year-old Serb is the first man to win all…

Grammy award-winning Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has stated reason he did not want Manchester City to win the UEFA Champions League final against Inter Milan. Straightnews online reported that City pipped Inter 1-0 to clinch their first-ever Champions League trophy in Istanbul, Turkey, on Saturday night. Burna Boy who made history as the first African artiste to perform at the Champions League final, spoke with Paramount+ shortly after the game. Also read: Manchester City lift Champions League trophy after beating Inter Milan Burna Boy performed alongside Brazilian singer, Anitta. He said he did not want…

The Convener of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum PANDEF), Chief Edwin Clark, has called on Senators-elect to work towards the unity of Nigeria by electing Senator Godswill Akpabio as the next Senate President.  The Elder statesman made the call when Senators-elect and members of the Stability Group paid him a birthday visit in his Abuja home and also seek his blessings as one of the critical stakeholders for the aspiration of Senator Akpabio as the President of the 10th Senate. The Ijaw leader said “The North cannot do it alone. And we the South cannot do it alone. We should be equal partners. If…

By: Akakan Umoh It is easier to gain weight than to lose it. There are different Nigerian foods that can make you gain the weight you so desire. Yoghurt: Yoghurt either sweetened or unsweetened is good for weight gain. Yoghurt is made of milk, fats, sugar, flavours and they contain a high degree of protein, carbohydrates, fats and minerals. Taking at least 500ml of yoghurt daily can make you gain weight. Whole Grain: Grains such as millet, soybean, guinea corn, maize are other sources for weight gain. Most Nigerians mix all the grains and process for consumption. Grains are naturally…

Two countries – Uruguay and Italy- will go for FIFA U20 World Cup crown as they lock horns in the final match at Tolosa, La Plata, Argentina on Sunday at  9 p.m. Uruguay heads into this match with the best defensive record finishing second in their group after losing their match against England. The South American team conceded three goals in that match. They have not conceded a goal in the other five matches. Uruguay has won five matches and scored 11 goals in total. Italy lost their match to Nigeria in the group stage. They have won every other match…

World number one Iga Swiatek won her women’s third French Open and fourth Grand Slam title on Saturday with an epic three-set victory over gallant Karolina Muchova in the final at Roland Garros. The 22-year-old Pole came through 6-2, 5-7, 6-4 to become the first woman since Justine Henin in 2007 to win back-to-back French Opens. Swiatek also won in Paris in 2020 and 2022 and added the US Open also last year. However, she achieved victory the hard way, giving up a set and 3-0 lead before twice recovering from breaks down in the decider. Ruud sets final against…

Despite the initial denial, the Directorate State Services (DSS) has confirmed that the suspended Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele is in its custody. DSS had earlier denied that the suspended Emefiele was arrested and kept in its custody following  apprehension of the public. A viral video shows when DSS operatives picked him at airport while allegedly attempting to flee the country. Also read: DSS Arrests former CBN Governor Emefiele Emefiele was forced out of the Hilux vehicle he was in and taken away by the DSS operatives for grilling. DSS spokesperson, Peter Afunanya has confirmed that the…

Manchester City won the first-ever Champions League trophy  after beating Inter Milan 1-0 at the Ataturk Olympic Stadium in Istanbul on Saturday. Manchester City have equaled the legendary treble won by Manchester United in 1999 by winning this season: English Premiership, FA Final and Champions League cup. Spanish midfielder Rodri’s 68th-minute goal settled a cagey contest that a far-from-fluent City dominated but they never looked comfortable against the three-time winners. City’s winner came when Rodri collected Bernardo Silva’s cutback and fired through a crowded penalty box. The relief was unmistakable as he raced towards City’s fans and slid on his…

The white woman charged with fatally shooting a black mother of four last week after hurling racial slurs at her children has been granted bond. Susan Louise Lorincz, 58, was given a bond of $150,000 by Marion County Circuit Judge Robert Hodges, the Ocala Star-Banner reported Friday June 9. Lorincz is charged with manslaughter with a firearm, culpable negligence, and two counts of assault and battery stemming from the death of her neighbor, Ajike “AJ” Owens, 25, who was fatally shot through the front door of Lorincz’s home on June 2. If she posts bond, Lorincz is barred from contacting…

Federal High Court in Calabar, Thursday, sentenced two girls to five years imprisonment each for selling a one-year-old boy in Cross River State. The suspects, a 22-year-old Uduak Uwem Sunday and 18-year-old Blessing Etim Asuquo, were arrested by officials of the National Agency for Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons and Other Related Matters (NAPTIP) on April 18, 2023. Delivering judgement at the Federal High Court, 1, in Calabar, Justice Ijeoma Ojukwu sentenced the culprits to five years imprisonment respectively with a fine of N2 million. A source from the agency who pleaded anonymity said Christian Samuel was stolen and sold…