Ekiti election in photographs

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Professor Olusola Eleka, the PDP candidate in the Ekiti governorship election finally cast his ballot at 11.15 a.m following the intervention of National Commissioner of INEC, Professor Anthonia Taiye.

The INEC card reader had rejected Eleka’s PVC and his wife’s twice.

Following the intervention of the INEC national commissioner, Eleka was manually accredited and allowed to vote.

Eleka thanked the INEC commissioner for creating alternative means for him to cast his vote.

He appealed to the National Commissioner of INEC to ensure that all the card readers in Ikere Ekiti polling units are functioning properly.

Taiye, who supervised voting in the area had promptly assured Eleka, at a press briefing that he would cast his vote, after she was notified.

She said that some of the major reasons why the card reader often rejects the PVCs was because the owners often tamper with the sensitive part of the card and whenever it happens, the machine would reject the card.

” Card readers often reject card whenever the sensitive parts are tampered with.

” In the case of Prof. Olusola Eleka, I have contacted our ICT operators and the head office in Abuja and they are currently working on it and I want to him that he would vote before the vote ends,” she said.NAN)

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The All Progressive Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has commended the electorate in Ekiti for their impressive turnout and conduct in Saturday’s governorship election in the state.

Fayemi made the commendation after casting his ballot in his Unit 009, Ogilolo Ward 11, Isan-Ekiti, Oye Local Government Area, at about 10.28 a.m.

But, his wife, Bisi, who accompanied him to the polling station, could not vote as the Card Reader could not accredit her.

Although the electoral officials found her name on the voter register, the card reader did not recognise her voter card.

Assessing the electoral process, however, Fayemi said, “This is the day the Lord has made and we are glad in it. I have just voted in my Unit.

“The voting process is relatively smooth; my card was recognized. I was accredited and I went to cast my ballot.

“You can see the turn out in my community, it is huge. This is not a big community, but almost everyone is out to cast his vote.

“They ensure that they conduct themselves in a proper manner and not being disenfranchised.”

He, however, said that reports he got from his representatives revealed that though the exercise was peaceful in most places, there were also reports of skirmishes in some places, and Card Reader issues.

“I have had reports across the state from my agents, from our leaders; we have skirmishes, Card Reader issues, but also there has been relative calm in most places.

“It is too early to judge now; it is too early to give a final and full verdict on how the process on the ground out there in state is.

“I will plead with you, the media, to allow me some time to get more reports from the field before I give you a definitive statement about the process,” he added.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that laege number of voters queued up to cast their ballots at the polling units in the ward.

The INEC voting list pasted in Unit 009 bore 345 names of eligible voters, including Fayemi and his wife. (NAN)

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Governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the Ekiti State Governorship Election, Dr. Kayode Fayemi has been declared the winner in his polling unit of Isan Ward 11 Unit 9.

The results, as released by the polling agents are as follow:

APC- 186, PDP – 2, APA – 1, Unused papers – 145, Total registered voters – 345

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has emerged victorious in polling unit 001, Afao in Irepodun-Ifelodun Local Government Area.

The polling unit situated at St. David Primary School is the unit of outgoing governor, Ayodele Fayose.

Sorting of votes started at 2 p.m. and this was followed shortly by counting.

At the end of the exercise, the PDP polled 304 votes while APC had 106.

See total results below:

PDP – 304
AD – 1

ADP – 1

PDC – 1

Pandel — 1

APC – 106

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Belgium led England 1-0 at half-time of the World Cup third-place playoff in Saint Petersburg on Saturday.

Thomas Meunier scored in the fourth minute as Belgium made a bright start to the game, although England came back into the match as the half wore on.

(AFP)

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Following the outcome of the just concluded Ekiti Governors Election, collation has started.

as of 00.39am Fayemi, Olusola-Eleka go head to head

00.39am – OFFICIAL: The final result for Ido Osi LGA. APC: 12342; PDP: 11145

00.37am – OFFICIAL: The final result for Gbonyin LGA. APC: 11498; PDP: 8027

23.53pm – OFFICIAL: The final result for Efon Alaye LGA. APC: 5028; PDP: 5129

23.41pm – OFFICIAL: The final result for Ifelodun LGA. APC: 13869; PDP: 11456

23.30pm – OFFICIAL: The final result for Moba LGA. APC: 11837; PDP: 8520

23.21pm – OFFICIAL: The final result for Oye LGA. APC: 14995; PDP: 11271

10:34pm – OFFICIAL: The final result for Ilejemeje LGA. APC: 4153; PDP: 3937

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The Nigeria Broadcasting Commission has shut the Ekiti State Broadcasting Corporation because Governor Ayodele Fayose went on air to declare the PDP candidate as the winner of the governorship election that was held in the state on Saturday.

The INEC was still collating results of the election, awaiting electronic computation from the 16 council areas in the state to the INEC headquarters when the NBC ordered the closure.

The INEC headquarters was condoned off as results were being awaited.

However, no winner had emerged as of the time the governor reportedly made the announcement, and the broadcasting regulatory agency gave the order.

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The candidate of the All progressives Congress (APC) in the ongoing Ekiti State election has emerged victorious in Irepodun-Ifelodun Local Government Area.

Kayode Fayemi of the APC polled 13,869 votes in the local government of the outgoing governor, Ayodele Fayose. The PDP had 11,456 votes.

Even though the PDP won in Mr Fayose’s polling unit and ward, the votes in other wards were not enough to secure victory for his party in his local government.

The local government has 11 wards. Results from each ward was collated at the headquarters of INEC situated in Igede.

A total of 66,162 electorates are registered in the local government while 27,306 were accredited.

Of the 27,211 votes cast, 25,849 were valid while 1362 were rejected.

Only party agents of APC and PDP present at the centre signed the result at 11:06p.m.

SEE THE FULL RESULTS BELOW:

AWO WARD 3
TOTAL NO OF REGISTERED VOTERS – 5102
TOTAL NO OF ACCREDITED – 2245
APC – 1074
PDP – 1002
TOTAL VALID VOTES – 2121
TOTAL REJECTED – 96
TOTAL NO OF VOTES CAST – 2217
NO CANCELLATION

IROPORA/ESURE/EYIO WARD 8
TOTAL NO OF REGISTERED VOTERS – 5637
TOTAL NO OF ACCREDITED – 2109
APC – 937
PDP – 1033
TOTAL VALID VOTES – 2006
TOTAL REJECTED – 103
TOTAL NO OF VOTES CAST – 2109
NO CANCELLATION

IGEDE 3 WARD 7
TOTAL NO OF REGISTERED VOTERS – 3902
TOTAL NO OF ACCREDITED – 1717
APC – 665
PDP – 963
TOTAL VALID VOTES – 1652
TOTAL REJECTED – 61
TOTAL NO OF VOTES CAST – 1713
NO CANCELLATION

AFAO WARD 1
TOTAL NO OF REGISTERED VOTERS – 4286
TOTAL NO OF ACCREDITED – 2036
APC – 517
PDP – 1361
TOTAL VALID VOTES – 1909
TOTAL REJECTED – 127
TOTAL NO OF VOTES CAST – 2036
NO CANCELLATION

ARE, WARD 2
TOTAL NO OF REGISTERED VOTERS – 4426
TOTAL NO OF ACCREDITED – 1968
APC – 701
PDP – 1095
TOTAL VALID VOTES – 1850
TOTAL REJECTED – 108
TOTAL NO OF VOTES CAST – 1958
NO CANCELLATION

IGEDE 2 WARD 6
TOTAL NO OF REGISTERED VOTERS – 5450
TOTAL NO OF ACCREDITED – 2307
APC – 891
PDP – 1190
TOTAL VALID VOTES – 2114
TOTAL REJECTED – 187
TOTAL NO OF VOTES CAST – 2301
NO CANCELLATION

IGEDE 1, WARD 5
TOTAL NO OF REGISTERED VOTERS – 5794
TOTAL NO OF ACCREDITED – 2610
APC – 1087
PDP – 1330
TOTAL VALID VOTES – 2475
TOTAL REJECTED – 135
TOTAL NO OF VOTES CAST – 2610
NO CANCELLATION

IYIN 1, WARD 10
TOTAL NO OF REGISTERED VOTERS – 6574
TOTAL NO OF ACCREDITED – 3014
APC – 2229
PDP – 612
TOTAL VALID VOTES – 2887
TOTAL REJECTED – 110
TOTAL NO OF VOTES CAST – 2998
NO CANCELLATION

IYIN 2, WARD 11
TOTAL NO OF REGISTERED VOTERS – 7148
TOTAL NO OF ACCREDITED – 3188
APC – 2218
PDP – 743
TOTAL VALID VOTES – 3018
TOTAL REJECTED – 165
TOTAL NO OF VOTES CAST – 3183
NO CANCELLATION

IWOROKO, WARD 9
TOTAL NO OF REGISTERED VOTERS – 11025
TOTAL NO OF ACCREDITED – 2658
APC – 1315
PDP – 1140
TOTAL VALID VOTES – 2521
TOTAL REJECTED – 130
TOTAL NO OF VOTES CAST – 2651
NO CANCELLATION

IGBEMO, WARD 4
TOTAL NO OF REGISTERED VOTERS – 6836
TOTAL NO OF ACCREDITED – 3454
APC – 2235
PDP – 987
TOTAL VALID VOTES – 3295
TOTAL REJECTED – 140
TOTAL NO OF VOTES CAST – 3435
NO CANCELLATION

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The Returning Officer of for the Ekiti State governorship election, Professor Idowu Olayinka has declared Dr Kayode Fayemi the All Progressive Congress candidate as the winner of the election. The APC candidate won with 197,459 votes

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Every disappointment ultimately turns to appointment to the persistent & patient soul.’’

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Whether you’re looking for an easy way to freshen your space or have an eye turned toward a major renovation. This upcoming year kitchen trend is for you.

To a great extent, white kitchens will always have some people who love them; however, the all-white kitchen is passé,” says Sara Chiarilli, an interior designer

‎Don’t despair: white is cool and classic! Just don’t overdo it. The next two paragraphs will show you how to use it effectively.

To mix up the monochromatic vibe, designers are introducing vibrant lacquers and bold countertops. Or, for a more distinct fresh touch, pair painted gray cabinets with large expanses of white countertops and walls.
“This will evoke the same clean, fresh aesthetic of a white kitchen—without actually using white cabinets,” Elisse Morgante says.

“Neutrals still have strong appeal with our clients, but we’re beginning to see more emphasis on color.” says ‎Morgante. She also predicted blue will be hot this year, especially on kitchen islands.

Using different colors for your island and countertops, or choosing complementary shades to highlight the lower cabinets from the upper ones, helps your kitchen feels more integrated with the rest of your home by connecting the colour of the kitchen with the colours used in other parts of your home.

The stainless steel that’s long dominated kitchens is also expected to see some competition in 2018. As today’s homeowners lust after color and flair in their kitchen, they’re trading in their metallic appliances for ones in vibrant colors or unique designs.

In particular, vintage-inspired, European-style ranges—complete with metal-wrapped accents—will be big this year, Meadows-McAlpin predicts.

Balancing form with function is tough, especially in the high-traffic, well-used spaces like the kitchen. That’s why it’s necessary to get durable surfaces that require zero maintenance.

My clients “hate the idea of investing in something that will inevitably stain or requires constant sealing,” Germani says. “People are busy—they want their kitchens to keep up with everyday wear and tear without the hassle of maintenance.”

Try quartz surfacing such as Silestone ‎‎which resembles the look of Calacatta marble (truly stunning) and Dekton, ‎a stain- and heat-resistant surface which is the most durable option in the market.

According to the National Kitchen and Bath Association’s 2018 design trends report, a whopping 94% of respondents named quartz as the top surface trend for kitchens in the coming year.

“We’re seeing a shift toward simplistic, yet bold patterns that stand the test of time,” designer Stacy Garcia says.

These patterns will help improve the perception of kitchen spaces—they create a layer of contemporary sophistication.

A customised island that incorporates everything including the kitchen sink! This new kitchen design is a promising offer to the ultimate blend of style and function.

“Everything from bar seating and open shelving to dishwashers and wine refrigerators can be found tucked into a well-designed kitchen island,” Meadows-McAlpin notes.

Don’t forget to study your space carefully before committing to a does-it-all solution.

‎Ready to take the plunge? Don’t wait! Follow the trend with your kitchen and enjoy your space!

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Break down of result for the Saturday’s Ekiti state election the Independent National Election Commission INEC has declared in 16 Local Government Area.

1. Ilejemeje LG APC-4,156 PDP-3,937 2. Irepodun/Ifelodun LG APC-13,869 PDP-11,456 3. Ido OSI LG APC-12,342 PDP-11,145 4. Oye LG APC-14,995 PDP-11,071 5. Efon Alaye LG APC-5,028 PDP-5,192 6. Moba LG APC- 11,837 PDP- 8,520 7. Ijero LG APC-14,192 PDP-11,077 8. Gboyin APC – 11,498 PDP- 8,027 9. Emure LG APC – 7,048 PDP- 7,121 10. Ikere LG APC- 11,515 PDP- 17,183 11. Ekiti West LG APC- 12,648 PDP- 10,137 12. Ikole LG APC- 14,522 PDP- 13,961 13. Ise/Orun LG APC- 11,908 PDP- 6,297 14. Ekiti East APC- 12,778 PDP- 11,564 15. Ekiti Southwest LG APC- 11,015 PDP- 8,423 16. Ado LG APC- 28,111 PDP- 32,810 Total votes APC- 197,462 winner PDP- 177,927 Read more at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2018/07/breaking-results-of-ekiti-governorship-election-as-declares-by-inec/

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Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, and sister-in-law Meghan Markle‎, Duchess of Sussex attended the Wimbledon Ladies’ Single Final together on Saturday to cheer on the Meghan’s friend Serena Williams as she competed against Angelique Kerber.

The duchesses appeared in good spirits as they soaked up the sunshine on the twelve day of the tournament ahead of Serena Williams’ single final match.

The two laughed and chatted as they watched the match from the Royal Box. Kate wore a white and black  polka-dot, ruffled midi Jenny Packham dress, nude heels and drop earrings. Meghan sported a blue and white striped Ralph Lauren shirt, wide-legged, high-waisted, white silk Ralph Lauren pants and a white Maison Michel Virginie Hat with a black trim.

Though Kate is still officially on maternity leave following the birth of her third child Prince Louis ‎back in April, the dedicated tennis fan made an exception for her favourite sporting fixture. Even though the pair have previously attended events together with their respective husbands, Princes William and Harry, this marked the first time Kate and Meghan have attended an event together, just the two of them, since Meghan married Prince Harry in May.

Before Saturday’s match, Kate and Meghan met and chatted with ball boys and girls, wheelchair competitors and junior players.

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…Says Results Are Being Concocted By APC and Security Agencies

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) rejects in its entirety whatever outcome is being concocted by the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies, in the governorship election in Ekiti state.

The process, characterized by open alteration of results, brutalization of innocent citizens, barefaced cruelty and intimidation of our members by security agencies, is a brazen assault against democracy and a direct subversion of the will of the people which is completely unacceptable.

The PDP is armed with the details of all manipulations by the APC, who is being aided by security agencies and compromised INEC officials to rig the election, particularly, the audacious alteration and substitution of election results in favour of the APC at the collation centers amidst the brutalization of our agents.

The PDP also has details of all the polling units where we won, mostly with very wide margin ahead of the APC, only for the security agencies to aid the swapping and alteration of such results with those smuggled in by the APC at the collation centers.

It is instructive to state that all the issues we raised ahead of the election, including the conspiracy between the APC, some compromised INEC officials and security agencies; the importation of thugs from other states by the APC; the use of brutal force against our members and the alteration of results in favour of the APC, have all manifested.

The PDP holds strongly that there is no way our democracy can survive with an electoral process such as this, being witnessed today in Ekiti state under President Muhammadu Buhari and the current INEC.

This bald-faced subversion of the will of the people is a clear recipe for a serious crisis and we invite Nigerians and the international community to hold President Buhari and his APC as well as the INEC Chairman and heads of security agencies in Nigeria responsible for any breakdown of law and order in Ekiti state as a result of this election.

This on-going robbery of the franchise of Ekiti people is a horrible rape of our democracy and most uncharitable of President Muhammadu Buhari and the APC who hugely benefitted from the credible election midwifed by the PDP in 2015

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Former Vice President and presidential aspirant for 2019 election, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar has berated the All Progressives Congress-led government for the disunity in the country saying that Nigerians have not been that divided than now under President Muhammad Buhari’s administration.

Abubarka who is aspiring to rule Nigeria under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party disclosed this over the weekend during his visit to Abia state where he met with PDP faithful at the party secretariat, Umuahia.

Former Vice President added that lack of unity among Nigerians under Buhari is not a good development for the country and a threat to democracy.

He further noted that the present administration has recorded the worst leadership in the country, hence the need to vote out the APC Federal government administration in 2019.

Waziri Adamawa further stressed that among other disturbing issue confronting Nigeria was the present state of unemployment which he said the ratio of unemployed youths stands at 11 million even when the Country has been rated the Poorest Country in the World.

On the issue of insecurity threatening the Country, Atiku noted with sadness that under APC led Federal government, that Nigeria is gradually turning into anarchy especially North East and recent attack in Sokoto State where over millions of Nigerians has been killed by suspected militia groups and Boko Haram Sects.

“I want to tell you that Buhari administration has proved incapable to govern this county as what is currently happening has not been witnessed in the County under previous administrations”.

Atiku decried the divisiveness and insecurity in Nigeria, as well as the worst economic decline in the history of the country, noting that it has become imperative to unite and come up with a leadership that will turn things around in the country.
Alhaji Abubakar reaffirmed his belief in restructuring as partway to unity in Nigeria.

Earlier in his speech during a Courtesy visit by the former Vice President at the Government House in Umuahia, Governor Okezie Ikpeazu said for Nigerians to make the right decisions they must look at where we are coming from and where we are going bearing in mind what the future holds.

He advocated for deep thinking and sober reflection if the right impact must be made in the country and called on Nigerians not to go to the polls in 2019 carelessly.

He said the pedigree of the former Vice President would come to the fore as the party decides her flag bearer and assured him of Abia’s identification and prayers for him while depending solely on God’s will.
The Governor added that the unity of Nigeria has become imperative for even and speedy development, while expressing hope that Nigeria will rise.

“I am hopeful that this Nigeria will rise, I am hopeful that this country will grow”, he noted.
Also, earlier, the former Governor of Ogun State, Gbenga Daniel described the situation of the country as a rain and prayed the sun shines again on the nation.

He said Nigerians are disappointed with the present administration and called on Nigerians to look intelligently in order not to make further mistakes in the future.

The former Vice President was accompanied on the visit by the former Governor of Ogun State, Gbenga Daniel and Okwesileze Nwodo, former Governor of old Enugu State and former National Chairman of PDP, and Senator Abdul Ningi among other eminent personalities on his entourage.
However, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar had earlier met with PDP State Chapter Executive members led by Chief Johnson Onuigbo on a closed door meeting as part of his campaign tour to the State.

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The Kidnappers of Four-year-old girl, identified as Elo Ogidi, called the family of the child, demanding a ransom for her release.

Elo, who was as reportedly with the maid got missing during the church’s children thanksgiving service last Sunday at the headquarters of the Christ Embassy in Oregun, Lagos.

Afokoghene Ogidi, Elo’s father,speaking on phone to Newsmen, said different kidnappers had called the family claiming to have kidnapped Elo, adding that the gangs demanded different ransom.

He said, “Several people have been calling us, demanding ransom but they are fraudsters that picked our numbers from the flyers around.

“We believe that these fraudsters are from the same place using different numbers.

“One of them called and demanded N2.5m, telling me that if I did not provide the money within 24 hours, he would kill my daughter. He later called me back that day demanding N500,000 to feed my baby.

“When I got home, I didn’t call him back because I know a kidnapper will not ask for feeding upkeep.”

Ogidi, who further disclosed that he tracked the phone number of the gang which revealed the location they were calling from, said he told the member to put his daughter on the telephone.

“He called me the second day and told me that I did not want to comply and I told him I would comply, adding that I would give him more than the amount he asked for if only he could allow me to hear my daughter’s voice.

“But he could not provide my daughter; he was just repeating the same statement of me not complying. With the trauma I was going through, I told him I know his location and I will get him arrested, so he stopped calling,” Ogidi said.

Ogidi, who noted that another kidnap gang called his sister to demand N18m  ransom, said all the gangs that called the family had their locations in Port-Harcourt.

He said, “Another gang called my sister to demand N18m and she told them that she wanted to hear her daughter’s voice, the fraudsters gave the phone to an adult to mimic baby’s voice.”

Ogidi, stated that the family had been traumatized as a result of the incident, and he could not wait to have his daughter back.

The state Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Chike Oti, said he would find out about the case and get back to our correspondent, but he had yet to get back as of the time of filing this report.

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Peter Andre has been hitting up the beach with his family for some summer fun. Showing his very different parenting skills, Peter shared an adorable snap with his arm around Princess and younger daughter Amelia, with the caption: “Emily took this of us today #beachvibes #familytime… Can you spot J?”

Peter Andre, The 45-year-old father of four then shared a snap of his wife Emily MacDonagh playing on the pebble beach with their son Theo. The sweet snaps come just hours after Katie, 40, appeared to pose up for snappers on a Thai beach – wearing a tiny pair of bikini bottoms.

Mysterious Girl singer Peter Andre – who shares Junior and Princess with Katie, as well as Millie and Theo with wife Emily MacDonagh – was questioned about what he lets his kids get up to when they’re at home with him.

“I’m strict in some ways. On school nights they go to bed at a certain time but at weekends I give them more freedom. I think kids like boundaries,” he told OK! magazine, following reports he made Katie take a drug test before releasing his two eldest back into her care.

Meanwhile, 40-year-old Katie has been slammed for ditching her five children and jetting out to Thailand with her new toyboy lover Kris Boyson.

Katie and personal trainer Kris, who at 29 is 11 years her junior, have been putting on quite the graphic display in Southeast Asia as their two-month romance hots up.

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President Trump’s highly anticipated meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin began on Monday, July 16, in Helsinki.

Both leaders made public remarks with translators before entering a private discussion-Trump repeatedly expressed optimism the talks would yield positive results.

Trump, bent on forging a personal bond with the Kremlin chief despite allegations of Russian meddling in US politics, went into the summit blaming “stupidity” by his predecessors for plunging ties to their present low.

Looking sombre, the two leaders exchanged a few opening remarks in front of the press at the start of their summit in Helsinki.

Putin, basking in congratulations from Trump and other world leaders for the successful staging of the World Cup in Russia, said: “The time has come to talk in a substantive way about our relations and problem areas of the world.”

Before the two leaders went into a first session between just themselves and their interpreters, Trump said the summit would cover “everything from trade to military to missiles to nuclear to China”.

“Frankly, we have not been getting along for the last number of years. And I really think the world wants to see us get along. We are the two great nuclear powers,” he said.

“I’ve not been here too long (as president), it’s getting close to two years, but we’ll be having an extraordinary relationship, I hope so.”

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Media personality, Toke Makinwa, is $20,000 (N7.2m) richer after she placed a bet that France would win the 2018 World Cup and they did.

Toke took to her Twitter handle to share the good news.

She wrote “Thank you, France.  I just got 20k richer #Freemoney #Footballbet #USD  I will miss the World Cup.”

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