Friday, May 10

Encouraging Academic Excellence among Amnesty Scholarship Students
10May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Encouraging Academic Excellence among Amnesty Scholarship Students

Dr Dennis Otuaro, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, PAP, has urged students benefiting from the Amnesty scholarship scheme to maintain their high academic standards in their respective universities. Otuaro shared these remarks during his visits to PAP scholarship students at various universities in Delta State including Edwin Clark University in Kiagbodo, Western Delta University in Oghara, and Michael and Cecilia Ibru University in Agbarha-Otor. Additionally, he also visited students at Igbinedion University in Okada and Benson Idahosa University in Benin, Edo State the day before. Impressed by the outstanding academic achievements of the PAP scholarship students, Otuaro emphasized the importance of such accomplishments as a catalyst for the government to furth...
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Jamie Carragher Slams Two Manchester United Signings as Major Failures in EPL
10May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Jamie Carragher Slams Two Manchester United Signings as Major Failures in EPL

An outspoken Liverpool icon, Jamie Carragher, has heavily criticized Erik ten Hag's choices in the player department at Manchester United. After a promising debut season under Ten Hag's guidance, the Red Devils have struggled in the current campaign, finding themselves in an unusual eighth place in the league standings. Manchester United faced a low point in a recent match against Crystal Palace, enduring a comprehensive 4-0 defeat managed by Oliver Glasner. This embarrassing loss has brought increased scrutiny on ten Hag, with Carragher questioning the Dutchman's ability to select players, especially in the transfer market. Echoing views reported by Metro, Carragher stated, "Similar to Arteta, Ten Hag was compelled to be more practical with the players at his disposal in his first ...
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Addressing Insecurity: Military Takes Down Terrorists and Prevents Extremist Activities in Kaduna
10May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Addressing Insecurity: Military Takes Down Terrorists and Prevents Extremist Activities in Kaduna

On Friday, the Nigerian Army announced that troops engaged in counter terrorism operations in Kaduna State successfully eliminated terrorists and disrupted the violent activities of extremists, averting the abduction of farmers in the Giwa Local Government Area. A post on the Army's X handle on Friday provided details about the operation, stating that troops acted on credible intelligence indicating that terrorists were using the Basurfe village, situated southwest of Kidandan, as their base. Despite being ambushed by the terrorists, the troops demonstrated tactical prowess and managed to push through, causing the insurgents to disperse in different directions. During the intense confrontation, the troops identified some terrorists attempting to flee on motorcycles and swiftly enga...
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Economic Rebound: UK Emerges from Recession Stronger Than Expected
10May By Afolake IbidunNo Comments
Business

Economic Rebound: UK Emerges from Recession Stronger Than Expected

In a promising turn of events, the United Kingdom's economy has officially exited recession in the first quarter of 2023, earlier than initially anticipated. Official figures reveal that the economy experienced a notable growth of 0.6 percent between January and March, marking its fastest pace in two years. It's worth noting that the UK economy had entered a recession last year, following two consecutive quarters of contraction. While Prime Minister Rishi Sunak celebrated the economic upturn, the Labour party cautioned against premature celebrations, emphasizing that it's not yet time for a "victory lap". Speaking to the BBC, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey acknowledged signs of recovery in the UK economy, albeit noting that the momentum was not exceptionally robust. Currently,...
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Government of Ebonyi State Spends Approximately 5 Billion Naira to Settle Pensioners’ Gratuity
10May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Government of Ebonyi State Spends Approximately 5 Billion Naira to Settle Pensioners’ Gratuity

The government of Ebonyi State has announced the completion of the second phase of gratuity payments for retired civil servants spanning from 1996 to 2023, amounting to over 5 billion Naira. Approval for the sum of 1.6 billion Naira for this purpose was granted by the state governor, Francis Nwifuru. According to a statement released by Mr. Leo Oketa, the Special Assistant on New Media to the governor, the committee responsible for the exercise finalized the payment of the outstanding gratuities on Thursday. The beneficiaries of this payment include individuals on the spill-over list of retirees from the initial payment period (1996 to 2021) and retirees from 2022 to 2023. The second phase, which concluded from April 30, 2024, to May 9, 2024, saw a total of 533 retiree...
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The Player of the Week in Europa League: Lookman
10May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

The Player of the Week in Europa League: Lookman

Ademola Lookman from Nigeria has been awarded the prestigious UEFA Europa League Player of the Week title. In Atalanta's impressive 3-0 win against Olympic Marseille on Thursday night, Lookman stood out with his performance. This marks his first win of the award in this season. During the match at Gewiss Stadium, Bergamo, the 29-year-old contributed with one goal and one assist. Surpassing AS Roma's goalkeeper Mile Svilar, Lookman received the highest number of votes. Throughout the season, Lookman has been involved in 20 goals in various competitions for Atalanta, scoring 12 goals and providing eight assists. La Dea is set to take on the recently crowned Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen in the final match. The match is scheduled to take place at Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Ireland on...
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Insights into Raffaella Fico’s Journey of Forgiveness Amidst Balotelli’s Infidelity
10May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Insights into Raffaella Fico’s Journey of Forgiveness Amidst Balotelli’s Infidelity

Delving into the dynamics of her relationship with football sensation Mario Balotelli, Italian model Raffaella Fico openly shares the challenges faced due to his betrayal and infidelity. Despite enduring the pain of public betrayals, Fico reveals her profound ability to forgive Balotelli, attributing it to a love that transcended his wrongdoings. In a candid conversation with RAI Play, as cited by MARCA, Fico describes Balotelli as the "epitome of love" in her life, acknowledging the hurt caused by his repeated transgressions. Recalling their serendipitous meeting at a nightclub orchestrated by Balotelli's sister, whom Fico had encountered on 'Celebrity Island,' she narrates the bittersweet journey of their relationship that eventually led to heartbreak. Despite the visible scars left...
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Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger bestowed upon Ijebu monarch by Tinubu
10May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger bestowed upon Ijebu monarch by Tinubu

Recognizing his significant contributions to national development, President Bola Tinubu has bestowed Nigeria’s second-highest national honor, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger, upon Oba Sikiru Adetona, the Awujale and paramount ruler of Ijebuland. The honor was presented during the 90th birthday celebration of the paramount ruler at the Oba Sikiru Adetona School of Governance, located at Olabisi Onabanjo University in Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State. In a ceremony where Vice President Kashim Shettima represented him, President Tinubu also announced that the management of Oba Sikiru Adetona School of Governance, a legacy bequeathed to the university by the royal father, will now be overseen by the National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies in Kuru, Jos. President Tinubu laud...
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10May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Family of Miguel Ovoke from Brickhall School Calls His Death an Act of God

Following the burial of Miguel Ovoke, a four-year-old pupil at Brickhall school in Abuja, his family has attributed his death to being "an act of God." The House of Representatives is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding Ovoke's passing. An Ad-hoc Committee was set up by the House of Representatives to delve into the events leading to Ovoke's unfortunate death within a four-week timeframe. The controversy arose on April 24, 2024, when Ovoke tragically choked on a piece of meat. Reports indicate that he was swiftly taken to the Excel Specialist Hospital after choking on the piece of meat during school lunch. Despite the medical team's efforts to revive him, the hospital pronounced him dead upon arrival. Ovoke's mother claimed that her son was deliberately harmed, spar...
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Tragic outbreak of Meningitis claims the lives of six Almajiri students in Bauchi
10May By Linda IfeomaNo Comments
Health

Tragic outbreak of Meningitis claims the lives of six Almajiri students in Bauchi

Reports indicate that an outbreak of meningitis in Udubo village, located in the Gamawa local government Area of Bauchi State, has resulted in the tragic deaths of six Almajiri pupils. Confirming the unfortunate incidents to the press on Friday was Nasiru Bakura, the Chairman of the caretaker committee of the local government. The deaths occurred in three separate Tsangaya schools within Udubo town of Gamawa local government area, as relayed by Bakura. It was highlighted that these particular Tsangaya schools were densely populated with Almajiri pupils, which exacerbated the severity of the situation. An active response to the outbreak is being conducted by health workers at both local and state levels, with the procurement of necessary medications for the treatment of affected individ...
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