* Tinubu congratulates Lawan, Gbajabiamila, urges harmonious relationship with Executive * Enyimba are 2019 NPFL champions

JUNE 13, 2019 Tinubu congratulates Lawan, Gbajabiamila, urges harmonious relationship with Executive The All Progressives Congress (APC) National L [Forward](  [Like](  [Tweet](  [Pin](  [+1](  [in](  [1st News.com](  [1st quote 2 ]( JUNE 13, 2019 [***] Tinubu congratulates Lawan, Gbajabiamila, urges harmonious relationship with Executive [Tinubu-and-Gbajabiamila]( The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Leader, Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, June 11 urged the new 9th National Assembly to extend hands of fellowship and friendship to the Executive to achieve progress in the country. Tinubu made the call in a congratulatory message entitled: “Nurturing and Deepening National Assembly Institution, Democracy,” released by his media adviser, Tunde Rahman, in Lagos. 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Google revealed the change in a blog post, saying that it will “simplify the experience across Drive and Photos” when it comes to accessing photos on either platform, as customer feedback has led the company to the conclusion that “the connection between these services is confusing”. [Read more]( [***] [Sport]( [***] Enyimba are 2019 NPFL champions [Enyimba]( Enyimba International Football Club claimed a record eighth title in emphatic manner on Wednesday in Lagos as they were crowned champions of the abridged 2018/2019 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) season. The Aba-based Peoples Elephant on the final day of the Super Six Playoffs at the Agege Stadium beat Akwa United of Uyo 3-0. Enyimba had emerged for the NPFL Championship Playoffs from Group A of the abridged league alongside Rangers International and defending champions Lobi Stars. 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