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NNL Issues Strict Warning to Clubs Regarding Registration of New Players for Super Eight Playoff

16May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

NNL Issues Strict Warning to Clubs Regarding Registration of New Players for Super Eight Playoff

Clubs participating in the Super Eight playoff tournament have been cautioned by the Nigeria National League against registering new players, as reiterated by Dr. Ayo Abdulrahman, the NNL Chief Operating Officer, during the draw event held on Wednesday. Abdulrahman emphasized the deadline for submitting team lists by May 22, 2024, and stressed that the roster should only include players already registered for the 2024 season. In his address at the draw ceremony, Abdulrahman emphasized, "It is not customary to register new players when approaching the Super Eight. Please eliminate that notion," highlighting the completion of the 2023-24 NNL season's initial phase and the provision of two transfer windows at its onset and mid-season. He further stated, "Any attempts for registratio...

Government Reports 7,395 Women Using Contraceptives to Prevent Pregnancies in Cross River State

16May

By Linda IfeomaNo Comments

Health

Government Reports 7,395 Women Using Contraceptives to Prevent Pregnancies in Cross River State

Official records show that 7,395 young women have opted for Self-Injectable birth control methods to avoid unplanned pregnancies in areas of Cross River State. During an event in Calabar, Director of the family planning program in the state ministry of health, Mrs. Lucy Bassey Enakirerhi, confirmed this number. The event was a collaboration between the Society for Family Health and Children’s Investments Fund Foundation to mark the conclusion of a 2-year Empathetic Counseling for self-injection project in the state. Mrs. Enakirerhi noted that this figure represents only the period from January to April 2024 and expressed satisfaction with the high level of acceptance among women participating in the project. The director mentioned that over half of the women in the program opted for s...

Cross River Government reports 7,395 women using injectable contraceptives to prevent pregnancies

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Cross River Government reports 7,395 women using injectable contraceptives to prevent pregnancies

Official records show that a total of 7,395 young women have chosen to receive Self-Injectable birth control methods as a means to prevent unplanned pregnancies in various areas of Cross River State. Mrs. Lucy Bassey Enakirerhi, the Director of the family planning program at the state ministry of health, disclosed this data during an event held in partnership with the Society for Family Health and Children’s Investments Fund Foundation in Calabar, marking the conclusion of a 2-year Empathetic Counseling for self-injection initiative in the state. She mentioned that this figure represents only the period between January and April of 2024, emphasizing the positive response of women towards the project. Enakirerhi noted that more than half of the participants opted for self-injection,...

The call for a re-election by APC group to lawmakers amid Rivers crisis

16May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

The call for a re-election by APC group to lawmakers amid Rivers crisis

Suggesting a fresh election for members of the Rivers State Assembly, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Youth Frontier has voiced their advice. In a statement released on Thursday, the group expressed that the lawmakers' switch from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, was deemed a betrayal of the mandate they had been entrusted with. Signed by the national president, Comrade Ajani Martins, the statement further labeled the defectors as political opportunists who do not align with the APC's values. Martins emphasized that their defection not only went against morals but also indicated their wavering principles and integrity. Hence, Martins affirmed the party's stance against such unlawful acts and disloyalty, stating that the voters deserved better representation. “Having closely moni...

Update on the condition of Slovakia’s Prime Minister Fico following an assassination attempt

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Update on the condition of Slovakia’s Prime Minister Fico following an assassination attempt

According to the Slovakia government, Prime Minister Robert Fico has successfully undergone surgery after being shot at close range in an assassination attempt. Deputy Prime Minister Tomas Taraba provided this information to the BBC. He mentioned that the surgery went smoothly, saying, "I believe he will pull through in the end." Earlier reports had stated that Fico, aged 59, was in critical condition after the assassination attempt in Handlova. At the scene of the crime, a suspect was apprehended. Interior Minister Matus Sutaj Estoka characterized the incident as a politically motivated assassination attempt. The shooter fired five shots from close proximity, injuring Fico in the stomach and arm. Following the attack, he was quickly taken to the hospital and underwent a lengthy surger...

Victor Boniface expresses gratitude to fans for Bundesliga Rookie of the Season award

16May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

Victor Boniface expresses gratitude to fans for Bundesliga Rookie of the Season award

Showing his appreciation to the fans, Bayer Leverkusen forward Victor Boniface dedicated his Bundesliga Rookie of the Season award to them. The announcement of Boniface as the award recipient was made by the Bundesliga on Wednesday, with the official proclamation being, “And the winner is Victor Boniface.” Recognizing his swift impact on the Bundesliga, the league congratulated Boniface for clinching the #BLRookie of the Season award from Sorare. Having secured four consecutive Rookie of the Month titles, he has made an impressive mark. Congratulations, Victor! In a post following the announcement, the 23-year-old striker expressed his gratitude to his fans with the message, "9ja no dey carry last. Thank you, guys." Boniface prevailed over Xavi Simons, Ian Maatsen, and Maximilian ...

16May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

Thomas Tuchel’s Next Premier League Club Preference Unveiled

According to former Liverpool defender Glen Johnson, Bayern Munich's manager Thomas Tuchel is more likely to opt for a return to Chelsea rather than accepting the managerial role at Manchester United this summer. Tuchel is set to depart from Bayern Munich at the conclusion of the current season. Amid Erik ten Hag's struggles to secure his position, Tuchel has been strongly linked with a move to Old Trafford. During a discussion on Tuchel's future with Betfred, Johnson shared his insights: "When considering a new manager for a role that I believe Mauricio Pochettino should retain, it becomes a challenge," Johnson expressed to Betfred regarding Tuchel's potential destinations. "From Thomas Tuchel's perspective, the Chelsea job would be his primary choice over Manchester United," he added...

Tragic Incident in Zamfara: Two Police Officers and One Vigilante Member Killed by Terrorists

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Tragic Incident in Zamfara: Two Police Officers and One Vigilante Member Killed by Terrorists

In Zurmi town, the headquarters of Zurmi Local Government Area in Zamfara State, a group of notorious bandits carried out a horrifying attack on Monday. The attack resulted in the death of two police operatives and one member of the vigilante group. Abubakar Ishiaku, a resident of the town, recounted to reporters in Gusau, the state capital, how the terrorists launched the attack on the local government headquarters around 2:00 pm, engaging in indiscriminate shooting. Reports indicate that the bandits arrived in the town in large numbers on motorcycles, wielding sophisticated weapons. During the attack, the terrorists targeted a police officer, leading to the fatal shooting of two officers identified as Ibrahim and Kabiru Shikkau. Ishiaku narrowly escaped the violence, revealing that s...

Increasing Death Toll Reported in Kano Mosque Attack

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Increasing Death Toll Reported in Kano Mosque Attack

Reportedly, the death toll from the recent Gezawa Mosque attack in Kano State has now reached eight, with 17 individuals still in a critical condition and receiving medical treatment. According to information received, seven more victims unfortunately passed away while undergoing treatment at the Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital in Kano, as verified by the local authorities. SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, who holds the position of Police Public Relations Officer for the Kano State Police Command, affirmed the current count of casualties, and mentioned that 17 others are still under medical care at the hospital. During a tragic incident, the aforementioned victims lost their lives due to the injuries sustained. An unfortunate family dispute regarding inheritance distribution instigate...

Safeguarding Against Corruption: Ndume Sets Conditions for Death Penalty

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Safeguarding Against Corruption: Ndume Sets Conditions for Death Penalty

Expressing his stance, Senator Ali Ndume, the Senate's Chief Whip, stated that he would withhold support for imposing the death penalty on corrupt politicians who embezzle millions or billions, proposing it only for those guilty of stealing trillions. Highlighting the root cause of corruption in Nigerian politics, Ndume attributed it to individual actions rather than systemic flaws. He suggested that leniency, rather than harsh penalties, might suffice in addressing the issue. Acknowledging the presence of corruption among politicians, the senator also acknowledged their role in distributing resources to the populace. During an interview with Channels Television, he remarked, “Our corruption, in comparison to the overall scale, is relatively minor. The perpetuation of corruption is dri...