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TODAY IN HISTORY: Ugandan Dictator, Idi Amin Overthrown

In 1972, he expelled around 60,000 Asians, mainly Indians and Pakistanis who fled the country, causing economic collapse as they formed a vital part of the workforce. By October 1978, Amin's regime faced internal strife.

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

in 1972 and Shaft in Africa 1973 as well as the Shaft TV series in 1973. In 2000, Roundtree starred in the John Singleton movie Shaft with Samuel L. Jackson.

11 stunning statistics which will delight Tottenham fans after their 3-0 win over Manchester United

Last night was Tottenham Hotspur's biggest win at Old Trafford since a 4-1 win in October 1972, Martin Peters scored all four with Bobby Charlton netting the reply.

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.

Ballon d' Or: Countries with most awards in history emerge

Below are countries with most Ballon d' Or in history; Germany - Franz Beckenbauer (1972, 1976), Karl-Heinz Rummenigge (1980, 1981), Gerd Muller (1970), Lothar Matthaus (1990) and Matthias Sammer (1996) Netherlands - Johan Cruyff (1971, 1973

Bayelsa Oil Community Shuts Down Two Oil Wells In Shell's Field Over Power Supply

"We are not asking for too much from a company that has operated here since 1972 and there is no history of hostage taking, no attack on oil workers, and no incident of vandalism of facilities."

Ballon d'Or: Full list of all winners till date

Franz Beckenbauer (1972), (1976) 17. Oleg Blokhin (1975) 18. Allan Simonsen (1977) 19. Kevin Keegan (1978), (1979) 20. Karl-Heinz Rummenigge (1980), (1981) 21. Paolo Rossi (1982) 22. Michel Platini (1983), (1984), (1985) 23.

FG Awards $5.8bn Mambilla Power Plant Contract to Improve the Power Sector

He said, "Several efforts have been made to bring the project to reality since 1972, which is about 45 years ago, but I am happy to announce to you that this government approved the award of the contract today through a joint venture with a

Heartbreak for former Man Utd manager Sir Alex Ferguson as wife Cathy dies aged 84

The pair have three children together, Mark, born in 1968 and twins Darren and Jason, born in 1972.

Prince Andrew faces being stripped of major British honour tonight

At 6pm on Thursday, York City Council will consider the motion: "The Council resolves that, pursuant to Section 249 of the Local Government Act 1972, the City of York Council withdraws the Honorary Freeman of the City status from the Duke of

US spacecraft successfully lands on moon for first time in half-century

The last time an American spacecraft touched down on the moon was in 1972, during the Apollo 17 mission. The lunar lander touched down at 6:24 p.m.

Why Tinubu should convert students loan to grant ― ASUU

Osodeke said, "The idea of student loan came in 1972 and it was in a bank established. People who took loans never paid, you can go and investigate. In 1994, 1993, the military enacted Decree 50 also set up a Students' Loan Board.

Tinubu announces Kashim Shettima as running mate

Kashim attended Lamisula Primary School in Maiduguri from 1972 to 1978; Government Community Secondary School, Biu in southern part of Borno State from 1978 to 1980; transferred to Government Science Secondary School, Potiskum (now in neighbouring

Nigeria mourns the passing of its first female Major General, Aderonke Kale

Returning to Nigeria in 1971, Kale joined the Nigerian Army in 1972, embarking on a groundbreaking career.

Ballon d'Or: Full list of men's award winners from 1956 to 2023

Manchester United) 1965: Eusebio (Benfica) 1966: Bobby Charlton (Manchester United) 1967: Florian Albert (Ferencvaros) 1968: George Best (Manchester United) 1969: Gianni Rivera (AC Milan) 1970: Gerd Muller (Bayern Munich) 1971: Johan Cruyff (Ajax) 1972

Stephen Marley, Son of Bob Marley, Receives Key to Wilmington, Delaware

It's no surprise that Stephen Marley is the first Marley to be gifted the Key to the City since he was born in Wilmington on April 20, 1972, while Rita Marley was staying with Bob Marley's mother following a tumultuous period in Jamaica.

Here Are Three Women You Will Not Believe Actually Exist

Mikel Ruffinel This lady has the widest hips on the face of the world. 1972 marked the year of her birth, and she was welcomed into the world as a young lady. Mikel now holds the world record for the longest hips at 8ft 3 inches.

Newly crowned world's oldest man reveals habit that has kept him fit for 111 years

Before his retirement in 1972 he worked as an accountant for Shell and BP. He became the UK's oldest known living man after 108-year-old Harry Fransman passed away on 25 September 2020 and he even met the late Queen Elizabeth.