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Sports
Hull City Beat Manchester United 2-0 in Premier League Opener
Hull City marked their Premier League return with a 2-0 victory over Manchester United, scoring twice before half-time at the MKM Stadium.
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Sports
Messi Mourns Father, Questions Football Future
Football icon Lionel Messi has revealed the profound impact of his father's death, stating he is unsure about continuing his playing career and that his father's wish to see him play in one last World Cup fuel…
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Entertainment
Peller and Jarvis Tie the Knot in Star-Studded Lagos Wedding
Popular TikTok creators Peller and Jarvis exchanged vows in Lagos in a star-studded ceremony that drew celebrities, influencers and generous wedding gifts.
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Politics
Osun Police Commissioner Gotan Redeployed to Force Headquarters
The Osun State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Gotan, has been posted to Force Headquarters in Abuja on special duty following a directive from the Inspector-General of Police.
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Politics
Accord Supporters Boo Osun Police Commissioner at INEC Meeting
Accord Party members interrupted the Osun Commissioner of Police during an INEC stakeholders' meeting, accusing him of bias ahead of the August 15 governorship election.
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