Thursday, May 2

President Federation Cup Witnessed Heavy Downpour, Forcing Suspension of Wikki Tourists vs Junior Danburam Match
1May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

President Federation Cup Witnessed Heavy Downpour, Forcing Suspension of Wikki Tourists vs Junior Danburam Match

According to the latest report from NewsNow, the Round of 64 matchup of the President Federation Cup between Wikki Tourists and Junior Danburam had to be rescheduled. This decision was prompted by torrential rain at the Ahmadu Bello Stadium in Kaduna, leading to the suspension of the game. The fixture has been rescheduled to take place on Thursday morning Set to commence at 8 am, the match will still occur at the original venue. The game came to a halt in the 56th minute, with Bauchi Elephants in the lead with a score of 5-0. The victor of this clash will earn a spot in the Round of 32.
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Court Orders EFCC to Pay N10m in Damages for Declaring Pastor and Wife Wanted Without Court Order
1May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Court Orders EFCC to Pay N10m in Damages for Declaring Pastor and Wife Wanted Without Court Order

In a recent ruling, a Federal High Court in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State has awarded N10 million in damages against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for unjustly declaring Pastor Oyinmiebi Biribena and his wife, Pastor Beatrice Biribena, wanted without obtaining a valid court order. Pastor Biribena is the overseer of the Christ Embassy Church in Kumasi, Ghana. The court found EFCC's actions on June 8, 2022, declaring the couple wanted without proper legal authorization to be unlawful and unconstitutional. Justice Dashen presided over the case filed by the Biribenas seeking the enforcement of their fundamental human rights. The court ruled in favor of the plaintiffs and against the anti-graft agency. Furthermore, the court held that E...
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According to Dino Melaye, Davido Leads the Nigerian Music Industry
1May By Isaac EghosaNo Comments
Entertainment

According to Dino Melaye, Davido Leads the Nigerian Music Industry

Former Kogi State governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dino Melaye, has weighed in on the ongoing supremacy battle between Nigerian Afrobeats stars Wizkid and Davido. Melaye expressed his belief that Davido is without a doubt the frontrunner of the Nigerian music scene and holds significant global commercial success. Taking to his X handle, he stated: “Davido is undoubtedly the top figure in the Nigerian music industry and holds the highest global popularity." Recent reports from NewsNow highlighted a heated social media feud between Wizkid and Davido. In response, Davido challenged Wizkid to a hit battle, but as of now, the Starboy boss has not responded.
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The EPL Revelation: Clichy Unveils Guardiola’s Impactful Words to Man City Squad
1May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

The EPL Revelation: Clichy Unveils Guardiola’s Impactful Words to Man City Squad

Gael Clichy, the former Manchester City defender, has shared some of the initial sentiments Pep Guardiola expressed to the squad upon his arrival in 2016. At that time, Clichy was a part of the Etihad club, having switched over from Arsenal. He recalled Guardiola's swift assertion of forthcoming changes within the team. Guardiola bluntly referred to them as a “team of fat players”, emphasizing that he had been scrutinizing them for a whole year. During a conversation with Zack Nani, Clichy recounted how Guardiola directly addressed the players, stating: “I've been aware of my arrival here for a year now and I've been observing you. You constitute a team packed with overweight players.” Clichy's stint under Guardiola lasted only a year before he ventured into the Turkish league. ...
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Mauricio Pochettino confirms Chelsea’s absentees against Tottenham
1May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Mauricio Pochettino confirms Chelsea’s absentees against Tottenham

In the upcoming Premier League match against Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford, Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has disclosed the players who will be unavailable. In recent weeks, Pochettino has faced the absence of key first-team members due to injuries. The sidelined players include Raheem Sterling, Enzo Fernandez, Reece James, and Ben Chilwell. During his pre-match press conference, Pochettino stated that Thiago Silva and Axel Disasi are also set to miss the Tottenham game. When asked about the status of his squad, the former PSG boss expressed, “There isn't positive news as we are unable to bring back any players from the existing injury list. On top of that, we have to rule out two more players - Disasi and Thiago, as they will not be available for tomorrow's match.”
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Ondo State Government Denies Allocation of N5bn for Daycare Center
1May By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

Ondo State Government Denies Allocation of N5bn for Daycare Center

A mistake was made in the 2024 budget of Ondo State where N5 billion was erroneously allocated for the renovation of a daycare center, causing public outcry. The State Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Emmanuel Igbasan, attributed the error to the printer of the document, labeling it a mix-up. Previously, the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) had accused Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of using the allocation as a means to gather funds ahead of the upcoming governorship election. In a statement, Igbasan clarified, “The provision of five billion naira was intended to represent the expected drawdown from the Nigerian for Women Project (World Bank-supported), which was previously listed under the capital receipts of the document. “The amount of N18 million earmarked for ...
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Delta Governor Faces Criticism from Workers Regarding Minimum Wage
1May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Delta Governor Faces Criticism from Workers Regarding Minimum Wage

During an event in Delta State, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori faced backlash from workers who were disappointed by his silence on the issue of minimum wage. Anticipating an announcement on a new minimum wage, the workers expressed their frustration when the governor concluded his speech without addressing the matter. Despite the workers' vocal displeasure and chants demanding fair wages, Governor Oborevwori remained firm in his stance that he cannot be pressured into making immediate changes. The May Day celebration, centered around the theme "People First," turned chaotic as worker unions marched past in protest of the governor's lack of response to their wage concerns. Union leaders had previously engaged in discussions with the governor, but efforts to convey their message effectivel...
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Clarification from Labour on the 35% Salary Increase
1May By Adebayo SheriffNo Comments
Press

Clarification from Labour on the 35% Salary Increase

According to the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN), the recent announcement by the Federal Government regarding a 25% and 35% increase in workers’ salary does not apply to the minimum wage. Speaking to reporters in Abuja, ASCSN president Tommy Okon, who also serves as the Vice President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), highlighted that the salary hike approval aimed to address existing wage disparities within certain Ministries, Departments, and Agencies. Okon emphasized that while various sectors have benefited from these adjustments, it is specifically targeted at the core Federal Civil Service, and it is crucial for people to understand this distinction. He pointed out, “Some may have misconstrued the government's actions as a unilateral decision to significa...
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Labour clarifies: 35% salary increase is not minimum wage
1May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Labour clarifies: 35% salary increase is not minimum wage

Clarifying the recent announcement by the federal government regarding a 25% and 35% increase in workers' salaries, the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) emphasized that this adjustment does not constitute a raise in the minimum wage. President of the association, Mr. Tommy Okon, who is also the Vice President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), addressed the media in Abuja on Wednesday, highlighting that the salary increase was intended to address existing disparities in pay scales within certain ministries, departments, and agencies. Okon remarked, “Other sectors have also seen similar increments, with the exception of the core Federal Civil Service. While this is undoubtedly a positive development, it is crucial for the public to understand the context." He furt...
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UCL: Jamie Carragher singles out the player responsible for Bayern Munich’s 2-2 draw against Real Madrid
1May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

UCL: Jamie Carragher singles out the player responsible for Bayern Munich’s 2-2 draw against Real Madrid

During the first leg of the Champions League semi-final matchup between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid, former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher pointed out that Kim Min-jae's error proved costly for Bayern Munich, resulting in a 2-2 draw. Carragher drew a comparison between Min-jae's performance for Bayern Munich against Real Madrid and Jakub Kiwior's display for Arsenal in last month's Champions League quarterfinals against Bayern. The opening goal of the match was netted by Vinicius Junior for Real Madrid as Min-jae found himself out of position and failed to defend effectively. In the second half, the former Napoli star committed a foul on Rodrygo inside Bayern's penalty area, conceding a penalty that Vinicius successfully converted to equalize for Madrid in the 83rd minute. Reflec...
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