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Finidi George Hails Rivers United’s President Federation Cup Triumph Over Rangers
Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George has praised his team’s impressive victory over Rangers in the Round of 32 of the President Federation Cup. The Port Harcourt club secured a hard-fought 3-2 win against the Flying Antelopes at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Monday to book their place in the next round of [...] The post Finidi George Hails Rivers United’s President Federation Cup Triumph Over Rangers appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Stephen Curry Signs Landmark 10-Year Deal With Li-Ning After Ending Under Armour Partnership
Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry has made his next major career move off the court, agreeing to a 10-year endorsement deal with Chinese company Li-Ning. Curry and Under Armour had parted ways in November after 12 years together, leaving one of basketball’s biggest endorsement partnerships without a home. The Golden State Warriors star announced […] The post Stephen Curry Signs Landmark 10-Year Deal With Li-Ning After Ending Under Armour Partnership appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Ruto to Kenyan Parents: Stop Passing the Blame When Your Children Go Wrong
President William Ruto urged parents to take stronger responsibility for raising disciplined, responsible children. He warned that families cannot keep passing blame when young people get involved in wrongdoing. Speaking on Sunday during the 37th edition of the Rhino Charge motorsport competition in Wamba, Ruto said character formation starts at home. He called on parents to mentor the younger generation more actively. Ruto said he has grown concerned about the conduct of some children and youth in Kenya. He noted that recent incidents involving young people have sparked questions about how families shape values and behavior. “We as parents must The post Ruto to Kenyan Parents: Stop Passing the Blame When Your Children Go Wrong appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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“We did not abolish verification of citizenship”: Ruto Defends ID Reforms for Marginalized Communities
President William Ruto clarified that the government’s national identity card reforms did not do away with citizenship checks. He stressed that the documents will go only to legitimate Kenyan citizens. Speaking during the Madaraka Day celebrations in Wajir County on Monday, President Ruto said his administration introduced the changes to address discrimination faced by marginalized communities in Northern Kenya and other border counties. Ruto added that the reforms did not weaken safeguards that protect citizenship. The president said residents in northern Kenya had dealt with unnecessary obstacles for decades when applying for identity cards, even when they had Kenyan citizenship The post “We did not abolish verification of citizenship”: Ruto Defends ID Reforms for Marginalized Communities appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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“He Is Not My Leader”: Martha Karua Fires Back at Gachagua’s Mt Kenya Kingpin Claims
People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua again rejected the idea that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua serves as the Mt Kenya political kingpin. In an interview with Radio Maisha, Karua dismissed claims that Gachagua, who has become a prominent figure in the opposition and in what some call the Mt Kenya rebellion, now holds the loyalty of central Kenya’s voters. Karua said that constant political visibility and frequent tours do not automatically translate into true leadership or electoral authority. “Alichaguliwa wapi? [Where was he elected?] It is not to say that the one who shouts the most owns the property. The post “He Is Not My Leader”: Martha Karua Fires Back at Gachagua’s Mt Kenya Kingpin Claims appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Oburu Oginga Says He’ll Quit as ODM Leader if His Position Divides the Luo Community
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Oburu Oginga said he will step aside from his position if it causes divisions within the Luo community. Speaking on Sunday during an ODM rally at Kirembe Grounds in Kisumu County, Oburu said he will not cling to leadership if it creates separation in the region. He added that unity remains his main priority. “I do not like anything that separates our region. If it is I who is going to separate our region, I am willing to leave the position. I am prepared to do that,” he said. Oburu also urged ODM supporters The post Oburu Oginga Says He’ll Quit as ODM Leader if His Position Divides the Luo Community appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Gachagua Says Madaraka Day Celebrations in Wajir is ‘Mocking Residents’
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua criticized this year’s Madaraka Day celebrations being held in Wajir. He said the county’s residents still grapple with problems in infrastructure, water access, healthcare, security, and other essential public services. In a statement released on Madaraka Day yesterday, Gachagua argued that the national celebrations should give President William Ruto a chance to explain Wajir’s development progress and respond to the concerns residents raise. The DCP leader also questioned whether Wajir can genuinely celebrate the national holiday. He said many residents still lack basic needs, even after years of public spending through both national and county The post Gachagua Says Madaraka Day Celebrations in Wajir is ‘Mocking Residents’ appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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HELB Moves to End Student Loan Delays With New Funding Model
To improve student financing and end delays in loan disbursement, the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) is exploring a new funding approach. The plan would allow HELB to tap into financial markets through a proposed social bond backed by its loan book. HELB’s CEO, Geoffrey Monari, said the proposal, currently under discussion with the World Bank, would securitize HELB’s loan repayments. He added that it would help attract investors to support steady funding for students in universities and TVET institutions. If the government approves the plan, HELB expects it to address long-running funding delays, keep tuition payments on track for The post HELB Moves to End Student Loan Delays With New Funding Model appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Kenya Has No Confirmed Ebola Cases, But 25 Counties Placed on High Alert
Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni said Kenya had not recorded any confirmed case of Ebola virus disease as of Saturday, May 31. She reported that officials collected 18 samples from Ebola alerts across several counties, including Nairobi, Kiambu, Uasin Gishu, Nyeri, Nakuru, Nyamira, West Pokot, and Kisumu. She added that all the samples tested negative. PS Muthoni said health teams currently run Ebola testing through four designated laboratories, namely the National Public Health Laboratory, KEMRI Nairobi, KEMRI Kisumu, and a mobile laboratory in Busia. Muthoni, however, said the government has identified 25 counties as being at elevated risk of The post Kenya Has No Confirmed Ebola Cases, But 25 Counties Placed on High Alert appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Traditional Healer Arrested After Mental Health Patient Found Chained in Kwale
Police rescued a 22-year-old man with a mental health condition in Diani, Kwale County, after he allegedly spent five months in chains under the care of a traditional healer accused of extorting money from his family. Authorities identified the victim as Guni Dele Mwatela. Police found him partially clothed and shackled inside a room at a homestead in the Kibundani area, where they allege he had been held since January this year. Police said they arrested the suspect, a traditional healer known as Baakanda, and another person. Investigators have kept both suspects in custody as the case continues. Officials said The post Traditional Healer Arrested After Mental Health Patient Found Chained in Kwale appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Fake Parcel, Stolen Plates, and a Hijab Disguise: How Police Foiled Break-In Gang in Parklands
Officers from Parklands Police Station moved quickly to stop a suspected burglary operation and arrested key suspects believed to be behind a string of break-ins in Parklands and surrounding areas. The incident reportedly played out on Sunday at about 2:20 p.m., when a resident of Parklands Court Limited returned from errands and noticed a suspicious black Nissan X-Trail with registration number KDK 162E parked inside the compound. Four people in the vehicle claimed they were delivering a parcel contained in a khaki envelope. They also arrived with a security guard attached to Delta 7 Security, Dorine Linda Imodia. The resident The post Fake Parcel, Stolen Plates, and a Hijab Disguise: How Police Foiled Break-In Gang in Parklands appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Ollie Watkins Backs Arsenal Target Morgan Rogers As A Player Who “Can Create Things From Nothing”
Arsenal have identified Aston Villa attacker Morgan Rogers as a priority summer transfer target, with the club keen to bolster their squad ahead of next season. Ollie Watkins has provided a glowing endorsement of Rogers, describing the midfielder as someone capable of producing moments of genuine quality under pressure. Watkins has shared the pitch with […] The post Ollie Watkins Backs Arsenal Target Morgan Rogers As A Player Who “Can Create Things From Nothing” appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Lebanon says Hezbollah agrees reciprocal halt to attacks on Israel
The statements came after US President Donald Trump said he had spoken to both Netanyahu and Hezbollah representatives and "they agreed that all shooting will stop", after Iran warned that Israeli military actions in Lebanon were a threat to the current US-Iran ceasefire.
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Yan Diomande Hands Paris Saint-Germain Green Light But Liverpool Plot Surprise Transfer Hijack
RB Leipzig teenager Yan Diomande has reportedly signalled his willingness to join PSG, but Liverpool are pushing hard to change his mind this summer. According to Foot Mercato, PSG sporting director Luis Campos is intent on regenerating the French champions’ squad following what has been described as an exhausting campaign. Campos has pinpointed the 19-year-old […] The post Yan Diomande Hands Paris Saint-Germain Green Light But Liverpool Plot Surprise Transfer Hijack appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Former Arsenal Kit Manager Mark Bonnick Sues Club Over Alleged Politically-Motivated Dismissal
Arsenal are facing a formal Employment Tribunal claim from former kit manager Mark Bonnick, who has accused the club of wrongful termination and discrimination. Bonnick, a lifelong Arsenal supporter, spent 22 years working within the club’s academy setup before his tenure came to an abrupt and controversial end. His legal representatives, backed by the European […] The post Former Arsenal Kit Manager Mark Bonnick Sues Club Over Alleged Politically-Motivated Dismissal appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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The Missing Piece: New Digital Platform Bridges Ghana’s Multi-Million Cedi SME Funding Gap
For Abena, a textile entrepreneur based in Adenta, the frustration was never about the quality of her product. It was about the “invisible wall” that separates hard-working SMEs from the capital they need to scale. Like thousands of Ghanaian business owners, Abena spent countless hours navigating dead-end websites, chasing elusive grants, and struggling to decipher […]
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Roberto De Zerbi Gives Full Approval As Tottenham Target Manchester City’s Savinho
Tottenham have significantly stepped up their pursuit of Manchester City winger Savinho, with new head coach Roberto De Zerbi personally endorsing the ambitious move. Spurs are prepared to back their new Italian manager heavily in the transfer market following a turbulent season for the north London club. The club’s primary aim this summer is to […] The post Roberto De Zerbi Gives Full Approval As Tottenham Target Manchester City’s Savinho appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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New Digital Tracker Lets Africans Monitor Progress on Electricity Access Initiative
The African Development Bank Group has launched a new public platform that allows citizens, governments, investors, and development partners to track progress in expanding electricity access across Africa in real time. The Mission 300 Progress Tracker, unveiled during the African Development Bank Group’s 2026 Annual Meetings in Brazzaville, provides detailed information on energy projects supported […]
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Phoenix Suns Fully Guarantee Oso Ighodaro’s $2.3MM Deal For Upcoming Season
The Phoenix Suns have fully guaranteed Oso Ighodaro’s $2.3 million contract for the 2026/27 season, according to a report from Bobby Marks of ESPN. The deal had previously been only partially guaranteed, with $250,000 locked in and a further $250,000 set to vest on the first day of the regular season. That escalator clause is […] The post Phoenix Suns Fully Guarantee Oso Ighodaro’s $2.3MM Deal For Upcoming Season appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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UBA backs Ghana’s economic recovery with $20bn financial strength
United Bank for Africa (UBA) has announced plans to leverage its over $20 billion balance sheet to support businesses in Ghana and help sustain the country’s improving macroeconomic recovery. The Group Managing Director (GMD) of United Bank for Africa, Oliver Alawuba, who made the remarks at a customer forum in Accra on May 20, stated […]
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Amendment Bill 3 lands in Parliament
Nyore Madzianike Senior Reporter JUSTICE, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi is today expected to start the legislative process for Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3) when he makes…
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Zim exudes confidence ahead of UNSC vote
Zvamaida Murwira Senior Reporter ZIMBABWE has committed to working with all countries, guided by its doctrine of building bridges, if it secures a non-permanent seat in the United Nations Security…
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Fuel price stabilisation measures to stay
Mukudzei Chingwere Senior Reporter GOVERNMENT’S fuel price mitigation measures will remain in place as the country continues to monitor supply stability and cost pressures triggered by disturbances in the Middle…
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Digital courts transform justice delivery system
Tendai Gukutikwa Mutare Bureau THE rollout of the Integrated Electronic Case Management System to magistrates courts is expected to transform Zimbabwe’s justice delivery system by improving efficiency, reducing delays and…
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Sugar tax boosts cancer diagnosis, treatment
Rumbidzayi Zinyuke Senior Health Reporter ZIMBABWE is moving to strengthen cancer diagnosis and treatment services countrywide through resources generated from sugar taxes as the Government accelerates investment in modern oncology…
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‘President unchallenged in Zanu PF’
Africa Moyo Deputy National Editor ZANU PF spokesperson Cde Christopher Mutsvangwa yesterday said President Mnangagwa remains unchallenged within the ruling party, urging those with political ambition to “hold on” as…
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MAN JAILED ONE YEAR FOR LURING GIRL (13) INTO LOVE AFFAIR, HAVING SEX WITH HIM
Lovemore Kadzura Mutare Bureau A 33-year-old Nyazura man, who enticed a 13-year-old girl into a sexual relationship, has been arrested and jailed for one year. Robert Chingwaru, of Dziruni Farm,…
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TAXI DRIVER TRAPPED IN HOUSE, BASHED BY AUNT FOR PESTERING TEENAGE SCHOOLGIRL FOR SEX
Latwell Nyangu A TAXI driver, accused of allegedly trying to charm a 15-year-old schoolgirl into having sex with him, was lured into a trap by the aunt of the minor…
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Bridget Eshun Wins GHS100,000 Grand Prize at Enterprise Spotlight Challenge
Bridget Eshun, Founder of Delsoy Milk Drink Limited in Ghana’s Central Region, has emerged as the overall winner of the Enterprise Spotlight Challenge. The Enterprise Spotlight is a nationwide entrepreneurship initiative by Enterprise Group PLC and the Springboard Road Show Foundation, designed to discover, fund, and elevate the next generation of Ghanaian business leaders.  The […]
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FAKE GOOD SAMARITAN RAPES GIRL (13) REPEATEDLY THROUGHOUT THE NIGHT
Arron Nyamayaro A 13-YEAR-OLD girl was allegedly raped several times by a neighbour after she ran away from home to avoid punishment. Police said the girl met Learnmore Marufu, 30,…
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BODY OF MISSING PREGNANT WOMAN RETRIVED FROM WELL
Arron Nyamayaro THE body of a woman, who was nine-months pregnant when she went missing last month, was retrieved from a well by a man who was drawing water in…
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350-kilowatt transformation UBH solar plant improves operations
Sikhulekelani Moyo, sikhu.moyo@chronicle.co.zw THE 350-kilowatt solar power plant at the United Bulawayo Hospitals (UBH), jointly funded by the Government and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is revolutionising healthcare delivery…
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Khami Prison reaps big in maiden tobacco harvest
Raymond Jaravaza, ray.jaravaza@chronicle.co.zw KHAMI Prison has harvested an impressive six tonnes of tobacco from its pioneering tobacco production project, marking a major milestone for the correctional institution and underlining the…
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COMMENT: Cancer machines show effectiveness of new health taxes
THE second and final pair of cancer radiotherapy machines bought with the extremely modest sugar tax introduced just over two years ago are due to arrive today by air cargo,…
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Curriculum overhaul targets skills, innovation and global competitiveness
Gibson Mhaka, gibson.mhaka@bmetro.co.zw ZIMBABWE’S education sector is undergoing a major transformation anchored on a heritage-based curriculum aimed at producing innovative, skilled and globally competitive learners aligned with national development aspirations…
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‘Justice reforms must deliver real benefits for Southern Africa’s 400 million people’
Rutendo Nyeve, rutendo.nyeve@sundaynews.co.zw SOUTHERN African justice officials have been challenged to move beyond bureaucratic legal processes and ensure that regional legal reforms translate into tangible improvements in the lives of…
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