REVEALED: The loneliest country in Europe

Photo by Japheth Mast on Pexels.com The European Union's new pilot project on loneliness aims to monitor and tackle the increasing lack of "meaningful social interactions". At least one in 10 European Union residents is lonely most of the time, a new report on loneliness commissioned by the European Commission has shown.  Some 13 per … Continue reading REVEALED: The loneliest country in Europe

VLADIMIR PUTIN: Ukrainian counteroffensive has begun

Russian President Vladimir Putin asserted Friday that Ukrainian troops have started a long-expected counteroffensive and were suffering “significant” losses. His comments came just hours after a string of drone strikes inside Russian territory. It was Putin's latest effort to shape the gut-wrenching narrative of the invasion he ordered more than 15 months ago, sparking widespread … Continue reading VLADIMIR PUTIN: Ukrainian counteroffensive has begun

KANO POLICE ARREST 57 FOR LOOTING

The Kano State Police Command said it has arrested 57 suspects for stealing shop owners’ properties at demolition sites in the state. MEZIESBLOG recalls that the state government recently ordered the demolition of some buildings that were illegally built on government land. However, some hoodlums took advantage of the demolition exercise to steal from the … Continue reading KANO POLICE ARREST 57 FOR LOOTING

REVEALED: Liverpool’s new No 10 shirt

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 09: Jurgen Klopp at Anfield is unveiled as the new manager of Liverpool FC during a press conference at Anfield on October 9, 2015 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images) World Cup-winning midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has completed his move to Liverpool... and will be the club's new No 10. Fancy his … Continue reading REVEALED: Liverpool’s new No 10 shirt

UCL: Finidi George predicts Man City vs Inter Milan

Former Super Eagles midfielder, Finidi George has predicted this Saturday’s Champions League final between Manchester City and Inter Milan. George believes Pep Guardiola’s men will defeat the Serie A side. City are looking to finish this season with a Treble, after winning the Premier League and FA Cup. George, speaking on Sports Salsa (Kennis 104.1FM) … Continue reading UCL: Finidi George predicts Man City vs Inter Milan

Saliba agrees new Arsenal contract in principle

William Saliba has agreed in principle a new four-year contract with Arsenal, running to 2027. The French centre-back's existing deal was due to end in 2024, but he is now set to add another three years onto his stay in north London. Arsenal are now formalising paperwork ahead of an official announcement of his extended … Continue reading Saliba agrees new Arsenal contract in principle

BANDITRY: 25 Farmers dead, others abducted in Niger state

Bandits have reportedly killed 25 farmers and abducted several women and girls from various communities in Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State. The attack reportedly took place around 2 pm in five villages. The breakdown of the killing showed that 13 people lost their lives in Kusherki community, 12 others were killed in Gidigori … Continue reading BANDITRY: 25 Farmers dead, others abducted in Niger state

Top news in Nigeria today 10/06/2023

Good afternoon from Meziesblog! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. President Bola Tinubu has suspended the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Mr Godwin Emefiele from office with immediate effect. This is sequel to the ongoing investigation of his office and the planned reforms in the financial sector of the economy, according to … Continue reading Top news in Nigeria today 10/06/2023

Tinubu’s aide slams CBN Governor

The Tinubu/Shettima presidential campaign council spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga has mocked the embattled Godwin Emefiele over his suspension as Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Governor. His reaction came after the suspension of Emefiele on Friday evening. Mr Folashodun Adebisi Shonubi has been appointed the acting Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. Reacting to the development … Continue reading Tinubu’s aide slams CBN Governor

DSS cuts ties with Emefiele

The headquarters of the Nigerian central bank stands in Abuja, Nigeria, on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015. A drop in crude prices in the past year has put pressure on public finances, while the naira has declined 7 percent against the dollar this year. Photographer: George Osodi/Bloomberg The Department of State Services, DSS, has said the … Continue reading DSS cuts ties with Emefiele