The Nation Headlines 16-1-2019
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PHOTOS:Fulham Sign Ryan Babel Until The End Of The Season
The former Liverpool attacker returns to English football after eight years away Fulham have confirmed the signing of the former Liverpool attacker Ryan Babel on a permanent deal, but only until the end of the season. The Dutch international, 32, moves to Craven Cottage from Besiktas, following eight years of nomadic spells at a variety of clubs. Babel joined Liverpool from Ajax in 2007, and scored 22 goals in 146 appearances - many of which came as a substitute. He then set off on a career which has taken in spells at Hoffenheim, Ajax again, Kasimpasa, Al-Ain, Deportivo La Coruna and Besiktas, before now joining Claudio Ranieri's relegation battlers. “My first impressions are good and I’m very excited," Babel told the Fulham website. “I definitely have faith that Fulham can stay up. That’s one of the reasons that I’m here, to try and help that to happen. I’m ready to go, I’m excited and I can't wait.” Fulham co-owner Tony Khan added: “Ryan has excelled at playin...
Alicia Keys Is Your Host For The 2019 Grammy Awards
It’s just been announced that 15-time Grammy award winner Alicia Keys will host the 61 st annual Grammy awards. This is the “Superwoman” singer’s first time as the master of ceremonies. Expressing her excitement about her hosting gig, Keys said,“I know what it feels like to be on that stage, and I’m going to bring that vibe and energy,” said Keys. “I’m so excited to be the master of ceremonies on the biggest night in music and celebrate the creativity, power, and magic. I’m especially excited for all the incredible women nominated this year! It’s going UP on February 10 She’s not the only one excited. Neil Portnow, President/CEO of the Recording Academy, feels the same way. He notes, “A dynamic artist with the rare combination of groundbreaking talent and passion for her craft, Alicia Keys is the perfect choice as host for our show. Throughout her exciting career, I have watched her become a powerful force within the music industry and beyond. As an artist who speaks to the pow...
The ICC Has Acquitted Ex-Ivorian Leader Laurent Gbagbo Of All War Crimes
Judges at the International Criminal Court have decided to acquit former Ivory Coast President Laurent Gbagbo of war crimes, ordering his immediate provisional release after more than seven years in custody.
PHOTOS:President Buhari Decorates The New IGP
President Buhari this afternoon decorated the new Inspector-General of Police, Abubakar Adamu Mohammed, at the State House.