Saturday, May 4

Manchester United’s Concerns Over Replacing Ten Hag with Tuchel in EPL
4May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Manchester United’s Concerns Over Replacing Ten Hag with Tuchel in EPL

There is unease among senior Manchester United officials regarding the potential clash between Thomas Tuchel and the club's leadership should he be chosen to succeed Erik ten Hag. Tuchel is set to depart Bayern Munich at the conclusion of the current season, with the official announcement expected as soon as February. The club's new co-owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, along with his INEOS associates, are reportedly evaluating Ten Hag's future and considering alternative candidates for the role. Having previously managed Chelsea in the Premier League, Tuchel is among the names being considered for the position. However, as per the Times, concerns have been raised about the German coach's history of disagreements with his superiors at previous clubs. Tuchel's tenure at Mainz ended in 2014 due ...
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4May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Israel Vows Military Operation in Rafah Despite WHO Warning

Amid growing tensions, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued a stark warning regarding the potential consequences of Israel's planned military operation in Rafah. On Saturday, the organization highlighted the risks on its official webpage. Expressing concerns, WHO stated that an incursion into the southern border town of Rafah could result in a severe humanitarian crisis, foreseeing a scenario of violence. The WHO pointed out that over 1.2 million individuals are currently seeking refuge in the region, with many unable to relocate elsewhere. The organization emphasized that any further displacement would worsen overcrowding, leading to restricted access to essential services like food, water, healthcare, and sanitation. This, in turn, could trigger more outbreaks of diseases,...
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Warning Against Imposing Assistants on Finidi, Says Udeze
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Warning Against Imposing Assistants on Finidi, Says Udeze

A caution has been issued by former Super Eagles defender, Ifeanyi Udeze, to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) advising against the imposition of ambitious assistants on the newly appointed team head coach, Finidi George. Finidi is currently in the process of selecting his assistants, with reports suggesting that former internationals Emmanuel Amuneke and Daniel Amokachi are being considered for the role. It is worth noting that Amokachi and Amuneke had both applied for the position of Super Eagles head coach. Udeze, a member of the Super Eagles squad at the 2022 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by Japan and South Korea, expressed his belief that forcing assistants on Finidi could lead to negative outcomes. During an interview with Brila FM, Udeze stated, “I don’t want to see a former pla...
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Concerns raised by C’River border communities over refugee influx and encroachment on farms
4May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Concerns raised by C’River border communities over refugee influx and encroachment on farms

Borderline communities in Obanliku and Obudu LGAs within the Northern Senatorial District of Cross River State are distressed by the constant arrival of refugees from Cameroon and the persistent encroachment on their farmlands by individuals from Benue State. Expressing their concerns during a town hall meeting attended by key stakeholders including paramount rulers, clan heads, village heads, youth groups, and heads of security institutions in the district, the communities highlighted the challenges they face. At the meeting, the Director-General of the Cross River State Border Commission (BORDERCOM), Onun Ngim Okpo, engaged with the residents as part of the state government's efforts in conducting a Baseline Survey/Needs Assessment of border communities. The stakeholders emphasized ...
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FC Robo Player of the Year Award Goes to NWFL Top Scorer, Ijamilusi
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FC Robo Player of the Year Award Goes to NWFL Top Scorer, Ijamilusi

Emerging as the top scorer in the 2023/24 Nigeria Women Football League, Ijamilusi Folashade has clinched the prestigious title of Player of the Season for FC Robo Queens. Outshining contenders such as Oladipo Shukurat, Ogbuchi Chidinma, Adeyemo Fasilat, and Ndubuisi Esther, Ijamilusi secured the award with a staggering 70 percent of the fan votes. Throughout the NWFL season, Ijamilusi netted a total of nine goals for the Lagos-based club, solidifying her position as the leading scorer. Despite their commendable efforts, Robo Queens fell short of securing a spot in the NWFL Super Six playoff, finishing in fourth place in Group A.
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Nigeria financial sector: Fraud surges by 496% in five years – NIBSS
4May By Afolake IbidunNo Comments
Business

Nigeria financial sector: Fraud surges by 496% in five years – NIBSS

Recent Surge in Fraud in Nigeria's Financial Sector - NIBSS Report An alarming increase of 496.96% in financial sector fraud has been recorded in Nigeria from 2019 to 2023, primarily attributed to the surge in electronic payments. This revelation was made in the latest 'Annual Fraud Landscape' report by the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System. According to the report, bank customers in Nigeria suffered losses amounting to N59.33 billion over the same period, escalating from N2.96 billion in 2019 to N17.67 billion in 2023. Highlighting the concerning trend, the report stated, "The escalation in fraud losses mirrors the expanding scope of digital financial transactions." The data showed that the mobile channel stood out as the most lucrative for frauds...
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Positive Developments in Foreign Exchange Market: Naira Gains Ground Against Dollar
4May By Afolake IbidunNo Comments
Business

Positive Developments in Foreign Exchange Market: Naira Gains Ground Against Dollar

The Naira closed the week on a positive note, showing a slight appreciation against the dollar across both official and parallel foreign exchange markets. According to FMDQ data released at the end of trading on Friday, the Naira was valued at N1400.40 per Dollar, marking an improvement from its previous rate of N1402.67 on Thursday. This translates to a 2.27% gain in value against the Dollar on Friday, compared to the rate of N1402.67 per Dollar the day before. Similarly, in the parallel market, the Naira strengthened by N50, trading at N1,290 per dollar on Friday, a positive shift from N1,340 observed on Thursday. However, when considering the weekly performance, the Naira experienced a loss of N63.44 against the Dollar compared to the rate of N1339.23 recorded on April 26, 2024, in...
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The impact of Trump’s involvement with a porn star caused fear, according to ex-White House director, Hicks
4May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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The impact of Trump’s involvement with a porn star caused fear, according to ex-White House director, Hicks

Hope Hicks, a former White House Communications Director, expressed concerns about ex-President Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign on Friday. She mentioned that there was apprehension surrounding the 'Access Hollywood' tape featuring Trump and porn star, Stormy Daniels. During the hush money trial, Hicks informed Manhattan prosecutors that the leak of the infamous "Access Hollywood" tape had a significant impact on Trump's 2016 presidential campaign. The campaign was consumed with worry about the potential political repercussions of a tape where the former president boasted about sexually assaulting women without consent. Allegedly, Trump paid Stormy Daniels $130,000 through his lawyer, Michael Cohen, leading up to the 2016 presidential election. Upon learning about the tape's e...
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Man Arrested by Police for Alleged Sexual Assault on One-Year-Old Stepdaughter
4May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Man Arrested by Police for Alleged Sexual Assault on One-Year-Old Stepdaughter

Authorities from the Adamawa State Police Command have apprehended a man for an alleged sexual assault on his one-year-old stepdaughter The 30-year-old, Idi Adamu, is accused of sexually assaulting his infant stepchild. In a report issued on Friday, the Command disclosed that Adamu was taken into custody on Wednesday based on a report filed by the child's mother, who is also his spouse. As per the statement released by Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Ngurore, the suspect resides in Wuro Ardo in Mubi North Local Government Area, the site of the incident.
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Victor Boniface named in Bundesliga Team of the Season
4May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
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Victor Boniface named in Bundesliga Team of the Season

It has been announced that Victor Boniface, the forward from Bayer Leverkusen, has received a place in the Bundesliga Team of the Season. Despite missing approximately three months of action due to an adductor injury, Boniface managed to secure a spot in the team. Leading the attack alongside Harry Kane and Serhou Guirassy, the 23-year-old has demonstrated his skills by scoring 11 goals and providing nine assists in 20 Bundesliga matches for Die Werkself. In addition to Boniface, five of his Bayer Leverkusen teammates have also been recognized and included in the Team of the Season. These players are Jeremie Frimpong, Jonathan Tah, Alejandro Grimaldo, Granit Xhaka, and Florian Wirtz.
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