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Blackout looms in Nigeria as Kainji Dam bursts (Video)

Some Nigerian states may soon experience blackouts following a sudden burst at the Kainji Hydroelectric Dam in Kainji. The embankments of Kainji dam, one of Nigeria's hydro-power stations caved in after the opening of the four spillway gates to free surplus

Anthony Joshua gets first knockout win in three years

Former unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has delivered a seventh-round knockout of Robert Helenius in their heavyweight affair making it his first KO win since he defeated Kubrat Puliev on December 12, 2020. Joshua was originally set for his third

TCN restores electricity in Bayelsa after 4-month blackout

The Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, Port Harcourt Region, has restored electricity to most parts of Bayelsa after a four-month blackout. We reported that the region covers Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Imo, and Rivers states. The General Manager

Assistant surgeon uses phone torchlight during surgery after blackout

A Nigerian assistant surgeon has sparked conversation online after sharing a photo of herself using a phone torchlight during a surgical procedure following a power outage. The incident was revealed in a post on X (formerly Twitter) by the user @mama_rokky

Champions League: UEFA to scrap extra time for knockout rounds

UEFA is considering scrapping extra time from Champions League knockout rounds. This is in a bid to reduce the number of minutes played by top clubs. The Guardian reports that ties could now go straight to penalties. However, a change midway through this TV

UFC: Kamaru Usman suffers knockout defeat to Edwards, loses title

Kamaru Usman has lost his title after suffering a knockout defeat in the hands of Leon Edwards. Edwards became Britain's second ever UFC champion after a shock result at the UFC 278 main event at the Vivint Smart Home Arena in Salt Lake City, USA on Sunday

All Champions League knockout games to be played in Lisbon

UEFA is planning to play all Champions League knockout games in Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. Sky Italia reports that the final will be played August 23, following 12 days of matches. However, UEFA's executive committee must agree on the plan on Wednesday

Champions League: UEFA considers continuing with single-game knockout format

UEFA President, Aleksander Ceferin, has said the single-game knockout format which was used in the Champions League this year from the quarter-final stage, could be continued in future. The format was introduced to allow the competition to be completed in

Yemi Alade shows off incredible physique after daily workout routine

Nigerian Afrobeat sensation, Yemi Alade, has set social media ablaze with her recent transformation as she proudly showcases her new look. The talented singer took to her Instagram page to share a series of captivating photos while revealing the secret behind

AI Predicts Outcomes for Europa League Knockout Phase Play-offs

As the UEFA Europa League enters its knockout phase play-offs, football enthusiasts are eager to see how their favorite teams will fare. Leveraging advanced algorithms and historical data, artificial intelligence (AI) has provided predictions for the upcoming

Blackout hits states as power generation drops to 70 megawatts

States across Nigeria experienced another round of blackout on Saturday as the national electricity power grid crashed to 70.60 megawatts around 4 pm. It marked the seventh time the national grid would collapse in 2024. The previous collapses were on February

UCL: Two teams qualify from league phase to knockout stages

At least two teams have booked their places in the knockout stages of this season's UEFA Champions League. They are Liverpool and Barcelona. Arne Slot's men have stayed top of the league phase from Match Day 1. And their 2-1 win over Lille on Tuesday night

Tonto Dikeh cries out about suffering weight fluctuation since lockdown (photos)

She has already been suffering from weight fluctuation following COVID19 lockout, and according to mother of one, and the Christmas celebration added to her issues.

Champions League: All 16 teams that qualified for knockout stages confirmed

Villarreal became the last team to qualify for the Champions League round of 16, following their 3-2 win over Atalanta on Thursday. The Group F fixture was postponed from Wednesday because of heavy snowing. Arnaut Danjuma scored twice, as the LaLiga side raced

2023-2024 Europa League Knockout Play-off Round Draw In Full

Eight clubs have already sealed their places in the 2023-2024 Europa League round of 16 which means that eight clubs are expected to join them via the playoffs. The eight clubs who have already qualified for the 2023-2024 Europa League round of 16 stage are

Flights disrupted as Port Harcourt airport host communities protest blackout, neglect

The people of Omagwa and Ipo communities in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State have barricaded the entrance of the Port Harcourt International Airport while protesting lack of power supply and other amenities. The protest has disrupted flight operations

Nationwide Blackout Looms as Electricity Workers Mobilise for Monday's NLC Strike

In a collective effort to address the pressing concerns of Nigerian workers, labor unions across the country are mobilizing their members to participate in an indefinite nationwide strike. The strike, set to commence on June 3, 2024, aims to put pressure on

Anthony Joshua refuses to retire after knockout loss to Daniel Dubois

According to Anthony Joshua, he will continue to try and become a 3-time heavyweight boxing champion after a knockout loss to Daniel Dubois. Anthony Joshua, a British boxing sensation of Nigerian ancestry, has lost in the past, but his latest defeat has infuriated