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Serena Williams, Naomi Osaka Advance To Australian Open Fourth Round

Serena Williams overcame a sluggish start to beat Anastasia Potapova and reach the Australian Open fourth round.

Tenth seed Williams, bidding for a record-equaling 24th Grand Slam title, came through 7-6 (7-5) 6-2 against the 101st-ranked Russian.

However, the American had trailed 5-3 in an error-strewn first set, and she had to save two set points before dialing back in to win.

Naomi Osaka also advanced after a cagey match against Ons Jabeur of Tunisia.

Third seed Osaka and her opponent struggled for rhythm but it was the Japanese who prevailed 6-3 6-2.

Osaka will face two-time Grand Slam champion Garbine Muguruza next, while Williams plays seventh seed Aryna Sabalenka for a place in the quarter-finals.

She will face a tough test against big-hitting Belarusian Sabalenka, who beat American Ann Li 6-3 6-1

 

February 12, 2021 Buhari. Obasanjo, Tinubu And Sanwoolu Pays Tribute To The Late Former Lagos State Governor, Lateef Jakande

Buhari. Obasanjo, Tinubu And Sanwoolu Pays Tribute To The Late Former Lagos State Governor, Lateef Jakande

President BUHARI has paid tribute to the late former Lagos State Governor, Alhaji LATEEF JAKANDE, describing him as one whose legacy would be remembered for long.

He believes the former Governor who died yesterday at 91 sacrificed his life for others, restating that his imprint in the commercial centre will continue to be a source of inspiration.

While condoling with family, friends and associates of the elder statesman, BUHARI described JAKANDE as a patriot, whose wisdom will run through generations, especially in putting people first in development plans.

In his tribute to JAKANDE, the national leader of APC, BOLA TINUBU, said the former Lagos governor was the last of the titans.

Governor SANWO-OLU, on his part described JAKANDE as one of the best public office holders in the political history of Nigeria.

On his part, former President OLUSEGUN OBASANJO said JAKANDE would be remembered as a fine journalist.

 

February 12, 2021 Samuel Ortom Under Over His Comments On Farmer-Herder Clashes

Samuel Ortom Under Over His Comments On Farmer-Herder Clashes

Benue State Governor, SAMUEL ORTOM, has come under attack from his Bauchi state counterpart, BALA MOHAMMED over his comments and handling of the farmer-herder clashes.

Governor, BALA MOHAMMED, also said that Fulani herders carry AK-47 for self-defence because they are being attacked by cattle rustlers.

MOHAMMED who spoke at an event by the state Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, commended the media in the state for their accurate reporting and for promoting peace in Nigeria.

He however faulted the notice to quit given to Fulani herders in some southern states, particularly Ondo, pointing out that the moves of the “southern governors are wrong.

But Benue state Governor, SAMUEL ORTOM, had earlier urged President BUHARI to push for a review of ECOWAS protocol for movement of persons, goods and services within states in the sub-region.

 

                   

February 12, 2021 Nigeria Confirms 938 New Cases Of Coronavirus And 8 Deaths

Nigeria Confirms 938 New Cases Of Coronavirus And 8 Deaths

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control has confirmed 938 new cases of coronavirus and 8 deaths in the country within the last twenty four hours.

The latest figure brings the total confirmed cases to 143,516 out of which 118 thousand and twelve cases have been treated and discharged.

The number of deaths recorded from the virus also increased to 1,710 in 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

In the latest report, Lagos recorded 236 cases followed by FCT with 123, Plateau (92), Benue (63), Katsina (53), Oyo (50), Osun (45), and Kaduna with 43cases among others.

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