Sunday, May 19

Increased Financial Investment Urged for Federal Teaching Hospitals by Representatives
19May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Increased Financial Investment Urged for Federal Teaching Hospitals by Representatives

Amos Magaji, the Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Health Institutions, has emphasized the need for continuous financial support for federal teaching hospitals nationwide. He highlighted the importance of this initiative aligning with the Renewed Hope agenda of President Bola Tinubu's administration, aimed at enhancing the well-being of the populace. Magaji made these comments while leading members of his committee on an oversight visit to the Federal University of Health Sciences Teaching Hospital in Otukpo. Recognizing the pivotal role of health institutions in the country, he emphasized the necessity to allocate more resources to the healthcare sector. In acknowledging the achievements made within a year, Magaji commended the Chief Medical Director (CMD) and the ...
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Intersociety Calls for Reform of Petition Court and Voting Process
19May By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

Intersociety Calls for Reform of Petition Court and Voting Process

Following the governorship election in Imo State last November, the International Society For Civil Liberties And Rule Of Law, known as Intersociety, is advocating for a complete overhaul of Nigeria’s Electoral Act. According to Intersociety, the reform should include the adoption of both electronic and manual voting systems, the establishment of separate electoral courts, and the elimination of 'judicial technicalities'. These demands were articulated during a press briefing in Enugu, where Emeka Umeagbalasi, Anayo Okoli, Chidinma Udegbunam Esquire, Prof Jerry Chukwuokolo, and Engineer Ikenwoke Nwandu addressed the media. Intersociety emphasized the need for electoral reform in light of the 2023 general elections and the challenges witnessed during the recent governorship election in...
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After Losing Heavyweight Title to Usyk, Tyson Fury Brands Decision as Most Foolish in Boxing History
19May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

After Losing Heavyweight Title to Usyk, Tyson Fury Brands Decision as Most Foolish in Boxing History

Reacting to his defeat by Oleksandr Usyk in Saudi Arabia, British heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury expressed his disappointment. Fury labeled his loss of the heavyweight title as one of the most foolish decisions ever seen in the history of boxing. Speaking from ringside, Fury remarked, "I believe he took a few rounds, but the majority were mine. "To me, it was one of the silliest decisions made in the sport. But I will bounce back," he added. In a thrilling match, Usyk emerged victorious over Fury in a split-decision. Fury had a strong start but faced a tough situation in the ninth round when he received a standing 10 count and was barely saved by the bell from an aggressive Usyk attack. The judges' scorecards showed 115-112 and 114-113 in favor of Usyk, while a third judge scored it 114-...
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AFAN’s Threat to Boycott Edo State Governorship Election
19May By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

AFAN’s Threat to Boycott Edo State Governorship Election

In a recent statement, the Edo branch of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) declared its intentions to abstain from the upcoming governorship election in Edo State scheduled for September 21, 2024. They emphasized that they would only participate if the political candidates' manifestoes include explicit plans and initiatives for the welfare of farmers in the state. During an interview in Benin City, AFAN's State chairman, Alhaji Bako Dogwo, insisted that winning political parties must assign the position of Commissioner for Agriculture to a member of their party. Dogwo stressed, “It is imperative that candidates vying for the governorship election on September 21, 2024, prioritize the welfare of farmers in their manifestoes. The future leader must outline their stra...
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Important Declaration from Arsenal’s co-chairman, Kroenke to Arteta before crucial match
19May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Important Declaration from Arsenal’s co-chairman, Kroenke to Arteta before crucial match

Josh Kroenke, the co-chairman of Arsenal, has made a commitment that the team will progress consistently, regardless of the outcome of the Premier League title showdown on Sunday. Arsenal trail Manchester City by two points going into the final matches of the season. To clinch the title, Mikel Arteta's squad needs to secure a win against Everton while hoping for City to stumble against West Ham. In his pre-match notes for Sunday’s finale, Kroenke wrote: “Even though we take pride in the advancements we've made, it's essential to understand that no one within the club will remain stagnant. “No matter how today concludes, we are all diligently working in the background to propel us forward – consistently forward. “We have ambitious goals, both domestically and in Europe, and our focus i...
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EFCC arrests duo found with 81,700 counterfeit dollar notes
19May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

EFCC arrests duo found with 81,700 counterfeit dollar notes

Two individuals, Abdullahi Yahaya and Ibrahim Haruna, were apprehended by operatives of the Kaduna Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in Kaduna metropolis on suspicion of currency counterfeiting. Upon their arrest, a significant sum of $81,700, consisting entirely of fake $100 bills, was discovered in their possession, as revealed by the commission. A statement released to the press in Kaduna over the weekend by Dele Oyewale, the commission’s head of Media and Publicity, mentioned that during questioning, Haruna stated that the fake dollars were entrusted to him several months earlier for safekeeping by an individual named Babangida, who is currently evading capture. Yahaya, on the other hand, claimed that he became aware of Haruna's possession of ...
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Breaking News: 11 Suspected Pipeline Vandals Apprehended in Benue State
19May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Breaking News: 11 Suspected Pipeline Vandals Apprehended in Benue State

Authorities from the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have successfully captured eleven individuals believed to be involved in pipeline vandalism near the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited depot at Apir, a suburb of Makurdi, the capital city of Benue State. The State Commandant of the NSCDC, Yakubu Ibrahim, made the announcement on Saturday, revealing that upon receiving intelligence, a team was dispatched to investigate suspicious activities near the NNPCL depot in Apir. During the operation, the team uncovered unauthorized tampering with an NNPCL pipeline, known as the Yola line, leading to the apprehension of the eleven suspects at the scene. They will undergo questioning and profiling in connection with the incident. Describing the actions of the vand...
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Paramount Ruler of Mbo Local Government Area Kidnapped in Akwa Ibom
19May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Paramount Ruler of Mbo Local Government Area Kidnapped in Akwa Ibom

Reports indicate that HRM Ogwong Okon A. Abang, the Paramount Ruler of Mbo Local Government Area (LGA) in Akwa Ibom state, was abducted by gunmen on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at his palace in Ebughu. Although no ransom demands have been made by the abductors to the victim's family yet, the Akwa Ibom State Police Command has confirmed the monarch's abduction. Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the command, ASP Timfon John, mentioned that the Commissioner of Police, Ayilara Waheed Adedamola, and other Service Commanders, along with the Commissioner for Internal Security, have already visited Mbo LGA to assess the situation. "The CP and other Service Commanders, as well as the Commissioner for Internal Security, were present and spoke to the press corp...
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19May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Envoy: Germany and Nigeria’s Trade Relationship Reaches €3bn

In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja, the German Ambassador to Nigeria, Mrs Annett Gunther, revealed that the trade relations between the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Federal Republic of Germany have reached a significant milestone of about three billion euros. Gunther emphasized that the trade relations between both nations have steadily grown over the years, witnessing a jump from two billion euros in 2022 to the current figure of three billion euros. She noted that Nigeria benefits from a favorable balance of trade due to its crude oil exports. Highlighting the potential for further enhancement in trade relations, Gunther stated that both countries are actively collaborating towards this goal, particularly focusing on the agricultural sector. She em...
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The venue and kick-off time confirmed for the 2026 WCQ match between Super Eagles and Benin
19May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

The venue and kick-off time confirmed for the 2026 WCQ match between Super Eagles and Benin

Official confirmation from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) reveals the venue and kick-off time for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixture featuring Nigeria and Benin Republic. On Monday, June 10, the third matchday will take place at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan. The match is scheduled to commence at 5 pm Nigerian time. Due to inadequacy for international matches, Benin won't be hosting any games at their home grounds. Bamlak Tessema Weyesa from Ethiopia has been assigned as the center referee for this crucial fixture. Prior to this encounter with Gernot Rohr's team, the Super Eagles will play against South Africa's Bafana Bafana at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday, June 7. In the qualifiers, the three-time African c...
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