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Nov 15, 2024 | 
nigerianobservernews.com | Folusewa Akinola |Chidinma Kalu |Princess Nzerem
At 20 years, 314 days, Victor is Wembanyama is the fourth-youngest player to score 50 points after his mind-blowing performance during San Antonio Spurs’ win against the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night in the NBA. However, the Spurs nearly walked away without a win. Shortly after the Frenchman’s departure with the Spurs leading 120-101, Jordan Poole scored 15 points, bringing the gap down to just seven, with Wembanyama back in the game.
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Nov 15, 2024 | 
nigerianobservernews.com | Princess Nzerem |Lamai Cassius |Oluwatunmise Omoseyin |Ikponmwosa Odigie
…amid allegations of misconductThe Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has appointed an ethics and disciplinary inspector to investigate Premier League referee David Coote, following the emergence of two damning videos that have raised serious concerns about his conduct.
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Nov 15, 2024 | 
nigerianobservernews.com | Chidinma Kalu |Folusewa Akinola |Princess Nzerem
At 37, Edem Offiong, one of Nigeria’s most accomplished female table tennis players, has announced her retirement from Nigerian National Table Tennis Team. In an Instagram post on Thursday, Offiong shared her decision to step away from the international stage, “To explore new horizons.”“A proud 5-time Olympian, I bid farewell to the national team… I extend heartfelt gratitude to everyone who’s supported me on this incredible journey: family, friends, and well-wishers.
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Nov 15, 2024 | 
nigerianobservernews.com | Richard Eweka |Princess Nzerem |Folusewa Akinola
Permanent Secretaries across various Ministries in Edo State have pledged their loyalty to Governor Monday Okpebholo, assuring him of all necessary supports in ensuring his administration succeeds.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
nigerianobservernews.com | Princess Nzerem |Daniel Nweze |Edward Oseghe |Chidinma Kalu
… says founder, Funke AdenijiFunke A. Adeniji, the visionary founder of the Women’s Elite Sports Empowerment Initiative (WESIE), announced that the WESIE Basketball League is a groundbreaking endeavour designed to reimagine basketball in Nigeria and attract increased business investment in sports.
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Nov 5, 2024 | 
nigerianobservernews.com | Princess Nzerem |Oluwatunmise Omoseyin
The Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida International Golf and Country Club is hosting the IBB Independence Golf and Tennis Tournament 2024, attracting over 250 golfers from across Nigeria and beyond to commemorate the country’s 64th Independence Day. This vibrant celebration promises to showcase sportsmanship, national unity, and camaraderie.
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Nov 5, 2024 | 
nigerianobservernews.com | Edward Oseghe |Chidinma Kalu |Princess Nzerem |Oluwatunmise Omoseyin
… as team restates commitment to securing trophyThe Edo State Sports Commission Chairman, Olympian Yusuf Alli addressed the Edo Queens, inspiring them to go for the prestigious trophy as they prepare to represent Nigeria at the Women’s Champions League qualifiers in Morocco. Alli gave the charge during a spirited farewell meeting on Tuesday at the Samuel Ogbemudia in Benjn City, Edo State.
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Nov 5, 2024 | 
nigerianobservernews.com | Edward Oseghe |Onoriode Obiuwevbi |Chidinma Kalu |Princess Nzerem
… as 50 Edo Schools set to battle for medals, title … 700 young talents meet for U-15 athletics tourney in BeninThe 5th edition of the Eyoto Sports Academy Competition is set to kick off December 5 through December 6, at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. The 2-day highly anticipated grassroots athletics tournament will bring together over 700 young and emerging talents across 50 schools in the Benin metropolis to compete for medals, trophies and scholarships.
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Oct 14, 2024 | 
nigerianobservernews.com | Nene Olaye |Princess Nzerem |Okoeguale Adolor |Nigerian Byzantine politics
… over 100 patients receive free eyeglassesDemonstrating its service to communities and Edo people Edo, the State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (EDSPHCDA) joined the rest of the world to celebrate Customer Service Week from Monday, October 7 through Friday, 11. The theme for the year 2024 “Above and Beyond,” reflects the Agency’s commitment to providing quality healthcare services to its clients.
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Oct 14, 2024 | 
nigerianobservernews.com | Okoeguale Adolor |Princess Nzerem |Nigerian Byzantine politics
Nigeria’s women’s senior team, the Super Falcons are set to face Algeria in a two-legged international friendly later this month, as confirmed by a source within the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). Both matches will feature home-based players and are intended to prepare the two nations for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), which will be held in Morocco next year.
