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NETSHOP rakes in N3m from half year operation

NETSHOP, an e-commerce and event ticketing platform, says it earned N3million ($6,000) in revenue by selling over 350 items, reached about a million people and listed over 20 products on its website . NETSHOP Founder, Ayeni Adekunle, during the review of the activities of the e-shop in Lagos, said the platform made N3million, ($6,000) from its six months of operation, sold over 350 items, reached about a million people and listed over 20 products on its website

FG, UBA reiterate commitment to develope creative industry

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The business community  temporarily took over Nollywood last Sunday night as a new web-series, ‘Our Best Friend’s Wedding’, produced by REDTV, a dynamic online lifestyle channel that puts the spotlight on Africa with a distinct global appeal premiered to wild applause at Imax Film House, Lekki, Lagos.

IGHALO: Exponent of Chinese football’s boom time

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C hangchun Yatai made Odion Ighalo the sixth-most expensive player in the history of the Chinese Super League late last month, as Watford  received 23.5 million euros for the player  who helped mastermind their return to the Premier League big time .

Abdulrahman’s birthday presentation

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 •Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq with Onochie Anibeze Immediately Stephen Keshi got the Eagles coaching job in November 2011 there were two people he searched for. They were Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq and Noel Okorougo. I joined in the search and led him to Okorougo’s house in Asokoro, Abuja. Noel lives in Geneva, Switzerland but had a house in Abuja.

Moses eyes redemption in Arsenal rematch

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If, as widely expected, Chelsea go on to lift the Premier League trophy, one game in their title-winning campaign will surely be remembered as the most significant for manager Antonio Conte. Forget the 4-0 rout of Manchester United in October when returning manager Jose Mourinho was humiliated.

What is the difference between PDP and APC?

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T he controversy surrounding the Rivers State Government-owned helicopters best exemplifies the saying that in politics there are no permanent positions , but permanent interests. Politicians will switch sides whenever their interests are best protected. In the course of political adaptability , politicians have been found to destroy national institutions as the helicopter incident is now seen to be doing to the image of the Customs.

Buhari’s anti-corruption war at crossroads: Reps speak

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 House of Representatives Given the high sensitivity the All Progressives Congress, APC-led administration brought to bear in its war against graft; it is not surprising that Nigerians of all shadows would scrutinise the actions and inactions of the administration where issues of corruption are alleged.

Breaking: James Ibori back in Nigeria finally

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The former Governor of Delta State, James Onanefe Ibori who was released last month from prison in the United Kingdom (UK) has arrived in Nigeria. Iberia whose flight British Airways landed in Abuja some hours ago is said to be on his way to his hometown, Oghara in Delta state. Vanguard learnt that Ibori’s flight British Airways landed at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja at 5.37am on Saturday.

Donald Trump boasts about January jobs growth...and gets the number wrong

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Donald Trump has bragged about reports about the number of private sector jobs created in the US economy in January – but got the figure wrong. In his weekly broadcast on Facebook Live, the President said the number of private sector January which had been added was 237,000 – an inflation of 10,000 on the actual figure of 227,000.

Ivanovic joins Zenit St Petersburg

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Zenit St Petersburg have signed versatile Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic on a 2-1/2 year deal, the Russian club announced on Wednesday. Zenit said the Serbia captain, who played for Lokomotiv Moscow before joining current Premier League leaders Chelsea in 2008, had the option of extending his contract for another year.

Ramsey facing three weeks out

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Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey will be out for three weeks after sustaining a calf strain during his side's 2-1 loss to Watford, manager Arsene Wenger revealed on Friday. "Overall from the other night we lose Aaron Ramsey," Wenger told his weekly press conference at the Arsenal training ground in London Colney, north of London.

Aguero still vital to City - Guardiola

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Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has a big future with the club despite being dropped to the bench in recent weeks, manager Pep Guardiola said on Friday. Aguero is City's top scorer, with 18 goals in 25 appearances this season, but faces a fight to get back into the team for Sunday's clash with Swansea City after missing Wednesday's impressive 4-0 win at West Ham United.

LEICESTER CITY VS MANCHESTER UNITED

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TEAM NEWS Leicester striker Islam Slimani remains sidelined by a groin problem, while fellow forward Leonardo Ulloa is still out with a thigh injury. Daniel Amartey remains at the Africa Cup of Nations, with his Ghana side involved in the third-place play-off.

CHELSEA VS ARSENAL COMMENT

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TEAM NEWS Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte must decide whether to recall winger Pedro, who lost his place to Willian for Tuesday's draw at Liverpool. Conte also has the option of selecting ex-Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas if he opts for a more attacking line-up.

Saido Berahino: Striker served eight-week FA suspension - Mark Hughes

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Saido Berahino served an eight-week suspension before leaving West Brom, Stoke City boss Mark Hughes has said. His comments follow newspaper reports the striker was banned after failing an out-of-competition drugs test.

Football Association: Parliament to have 'no confidence' debate

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Parliament is to debate a motion of no confidence in the governance of the Football Association on 9 February. The Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee will address whether the FA can "comply fully with its duties".