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First military governor of Kwara state dies at age 78

In 1971 he announced a decision to establish the Kwara State Polytechnic, which came into existence in 1972. His younger brother is Theophilus Bamigboye, a retired military officer.

Sean Connery, James Bond star is dead

Connery later featured in Diamonds Are Forever (1971) and Never Say Never Again (1983). His character as James Bond was selected as the third-greatest hero in cinema history by the American Film Institute.

Sad day in football as ex-Chelsea and England goalkeeper passes away

Bonetti helped Chelsea win the League Cup in 1965, the FA Cup in 1970 and the European Cup Winners' Cup in 1971.

Man breaks world record by spending 720 hours (30 days) watching latest Spider-Man movie 292 times at cinema, 3 years after after viewing Avengers: Endgame 191 times

A man from Florida has reclaimed his world record for the most cinema productions attended of the same film after he saw the latest Spider-Man film in theaters 292 times. Ramiro Alanis spent 720 hours which is equal to 30 whole days watching Spider-Man: No

Married Uber driver who was filmed having s*x with a prostitute in the back of his cab tells court his wife has agreed to pay his £197 fine

A married Uber driver who was filmed having sex with a prostitute in the back of his cab has said it will be his wife who will pay his fine. Mohammed Jamal, 37, was arrested and charged with soliciting sex after a neighbour saw his vehicle 'bouncing up and

Nollywood Actress Kate Henshaw Celebrates Her 47th Birthday Today (Photos)

Kate Henshaw (born 19 July 1971), is a Nigerian actress. In 2008 she won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role.

Snoop Dogg gets a star on Hollywood walk of fame (Photos)

Born Calvin Broadus on Oct. 20, 1971 in Long Beach, he got his stage name from his mother Beverly who joked he looked like the Peanuts character Snoopy. More photos;

Ronaldo, Messi lose European Golden Shoe to Lewandowski

Lewandowski's 90th-minute goal during their 5-2 win over SC Freiburg on Saturday, saw him surpass Gerd Muller's long-standing record of 40 goals set in the 1971-72 season.

France set to become only country in world to make abortion a constitutional right

Monteil was the youngest signatory to "Manifesto of the 343", a 1971 French petition signed by 343 women who admitted to having illegally ended a pregnancy, along with up to 800,000 of their compatriots each year.

TODAY IN HISTORY: Ugandan Dictator, Idi Amin Overthrown

He seized control of Uganda in 1971, initiating a reign marked by tyranny and extreme nationalism. Amin's genocidal campaigns targeted ethnic groups, notably the Lango and Acholi who he wanted to wipe out from Uganda.

Sad day in wrestling as WWE legend dies after long battle with sickness

His career began in 1959 but joined up with the WWF in 1970 and Morales went to on to win his first heavyweight title in 1971.

Neymar overtakes Pele to become Brazil's all-time top scorer

The Al Hilal striker and Pele, who led Brazil with 77 goals between 1957 and 1971, were tied before the game against Bolivia. After his two goal, Neymar In 125 international appearances now has 79 goals.

US actor and Shaft star, Richard Roundtree dies at 81 after battle with pancreatic cancer

The actor is best known for his role as detective John Shaft in the 1971 action thriller. He then reprised the role in its sequels, Shaft's Big Score! in 1972 and Shaft in Africa 1973 as well as the Shaft TV series in 1973.

Gov Fubara Sacks Over 1,700 Newly Employed University Workers in Rivers State

The institution was established in 1971 as a College of Education and was converted to a university in 2009 during Governor Rotimi Amaechi's administration.

Carabao Cup round one draws released (Full fixtures)

Barrow are away to Derby in their first game in the competition since the 1971/1972 season, while Newport will host Swansea. Harrogate will make their debut at Prenton Park, where they will take on Tranmere.

Michael Jackson, The Dead Man Who Keeps Earning Billions Despite Not Doing Anything Since 2009

Since going solo in 1971 and releasing his debut solo album in 1979, the Indiana-born singer and King of Pop had been on the verge of becoming the 'King of the Music World' until his death.

BREAKING News: Hollywood Mourns as Popular US Actor, Sam Shepard Dies

While married to Jones, Shepard had an affair with singer Patti Smith from 1970 to 1971.

70-year-old man without formal education bags honourary doctorate for having 78 inventions

"I have been inventing things since 1971, and I have 78 inventions. However, none of my inventions took so much time for research like the construction of the stove that uses water to produce heat energy.