Tuesday, April 30

The Challenges Facing Border Communities Must Be Addressed Urgently – Federal Government
30Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

The Challenges Facing Border Communities Must Be Addressed Urgently – Federal Government

The urgent need to address the numerous challenges faced by border communities was emphasized by the federal government. During a courtesy visit at the Ship House, Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, expressed this sentiment while meeting with the Executive Secretary of the Border Communities Development Agency, BCDA, Dr. George D.A. Kelly. An official statement signed by Mati Ali, Personal Assistant for Media and Publicity to the Minister, and released to NewsNow, highlighted specific challenges such as inadequate healthcare facilities and lack of access to clean water. The minister called for a collaborative effort from all stakeholders to tackle the issues encountered by residents of border communities. He asserted, "The government is dedicated to providing solutions...
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Exciting News: Arsenal’s Squad Gets Boost with Timber’s Return for Bournemouth Clash
30Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Exciting News: Arsenal’s Squad Gets Boost with Timber’s Return for Bournemouth Clash

For Arsenal fans, the eagerly anticipated return of defender Jurrien Timber to the first-team is on the horizon as they prepare to host Bournemouth in the upcoming Premier League fixture this Saturday. Since his unfortunate ACL injury in the season's opening game against Nottingham Forest, the 22-year-old has been out of action. However, Timber has been making significant strides in his recovery process, showcasing his progress with two strong showings for the Under-21 side. During these appearances, the Dutchman managed to impress by scoring a spectacular goal against Blackburn Rovers, hinting at his readiness to rejoin the senior squad. Arsenal's manager, Mikel Arteta, recently hinted at Timber's imminent return by stating that he was very close to inclusion in the squad ...
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The Ondo government strengthens Sunshine Stars’ technical department
30Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

The Ondo government strengthens Sunshine Stars’ technical department

To ensure their continued presence in the top-flight league, Sunshine Stars, a Nigeria Premier Football League team, has bolstered their technical department. The technical director, Gabriel Aborowa, and technical consultant, Henry Abiodun, have been appointed by the Ondo State Sports Commissioner for Sports and Youth Development, Kolawole Saka-Ogunleye, in a bid to support head coach Kennedy Boboye and prevent the Owena Waves from relegation. These appointments are effective immediately and are part of the efforts to also revamp Sunshine Queens, a Nigeria Women Football League team. Prior to this, Aborowa was the team manager of Sunshine Stars, and Abiodun has previously served as the team's head coach. Currently, Sunshine Stars are in the 18th position on the NPFL table with 36 ...
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30Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Brothers Arrested for Allegedly Impersonating NSCDC FCT Commandant and Others

Recent developments have seen operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) apprehend two brothers for their alleged involvement in impersonating the corps' FCT Commandant, Olusola Odumosu, and other individuals on Facebook. The FCT NSCDC Commandant made this revelation during a press briefing at the Command's Headquarters in Abuja. It was recalled that in September 2023, Odumosu had raised an alert to notify the public about a deceptive Facebook account created in his name with the intention of defrauding unsuspecting citizens. Reports from victims who fell prey to the fraudulent activities carried out in his name prompted a manhunt for the perpetrators. Following a thorough investigation, the authorities were able to apprehend Henry Odep, aged 34, and his young...
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Cousin’s Throat Slashed Over Tree Branch Dispute in Ebonyi
30Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Cousin’s Throat Slashed Over Tree Branch Dispute in Ebonyi

Allegedly, a shocking incident took place in Ebonyi State involving a 42-year-old man named Mr. Nkwuda Chukwudi Vincent from Ndiogbu in Ndieze autonomous community, Izzi LGA. He reportedly slit his cousin's throat, Mr. Nkwuda Chukwuka, over a dispute regarding branches from a tree felled on their family land. The event unfolded on a Monday when the suspect, Mr. Vincent, who serves as an assistant catechist at St Samuel Station, Ndiogbu, Ndieze autonomous community, cut down a tree along the land's boundary. Mr. Chukwuka, recuperating in Sudan Missionary Hospital, Iboko, narrated the incident to NewsNow. Trouble brewed when he found his cousin, Mr. Vincent, harvesting branches from a tree on their property. According to Mr. Chukwuka, the suspect claimed their father had instructed them ...
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NNPP Urges Tinubu to Alleviate Nigerians’ Suffering Amid Fuel Scarcity
30Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

NNPP Urges Tinubu to Alleviate Nigerians’ Suffering Amid Fuel Scarcity

A message from the South West branch of New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) is calling on the administration headed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene and relieve Nigerians of the hardships they currently face due to the fuel scarcity crisis. In a statement issued by the party's Public Relations Officer, Mr Kilamuwaye Badmus, the plea was sent out to the government to take immediate action to address the ongoing challenges being experienced by citizens across the country. Reports indicate that various cities and towns nationwide are grappling with a shortage of petroleum products, notably Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). Highlighting the severity of the situation, NNPP emphasized that many Nigerians are enduring significant difficulties attributable to the scarcity of fuel, promptin...
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‘My animosity towards Drake is unparalleled’ – Kendrick Lamar
30Apr By Isaac EghosaNo Comments
Entertainment

‘My animosity towards Drake is unparalleled’ – Kendrick Lamar

A recent diss track titled ‘Euphoria’ has once again seen American rapper Kendrick Lamar calling out Drake with fervor. Lamar boldly proclaims himself as Drake’s “foremost critic,” expressing his distaste for every aspect of the Canadian rapper. “It's a blend of love and loathing, but let it be known that I hold the title of the most vehement critic, “I disdain your mannerisms, your dialogue, I abhor your fashion choices, I detest your veiled put-downs, We abhor the companions you choose as they fail to appreciate genuine women, Did you catch that? It's not just my sentiment, this is a sentiment shared by the community,” Lamar passionately raps. Lamar previously stirred up a storm in the hip-hop world when he dissed Drake and J.Cole in the track ‘Like That’ by Future and Metro Boomin....
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Senate clarifies seating arrangement confusion at plenary
30Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Senate clarifies seating arrangement confusion at plenary

Claims of a scuffle over seating arrangements during Tuesday's plenary session in the Nigerian Senate have been refuted by the Senate. During a press conference held after the session, Senator Yemi Adaramola, the Senate Spokesman, dismissed rumors of chaos or altercations, asserting that all senators are well aware of the seating protocol in the red chamber. He emphasized that any reports suggesting otherwise are simply false and aimed at deceiving the public. Following the Easter and Sallah recess, lawmakers from both the upper and lower legislative chambers reconvened for plenary sessions. Due to ongoing renovations at the National Assembly Complex since 2021, members of both chambers have been conducting proceedings in temporary chambers. Upon reconvening on Tuesday, some Senators e...
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Updates from JAMB Regarding Challenges Faced by Candidates in Accessing UTME Results
30Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
Education

Updates from JAMB Regarding Challenges Faced by Candidates in Accessing UTME Results

Amidst complaints from candidates encountering issues while checking their 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has offered clarifications. This development comes after JAMB Registrar, Prof Ishaq Oloyede, announced the release of the UTME results earlier this week. NewsNow also provided a guide on how candidates can check their results using SMS and the online portal. However, some candidates reported difficulties in accessing their results as anticipated. A few of these candidates took to social media platforms to express their frustrations. In response, JAMB addressed some of the concerns raised through its official communication channels. One user, @gbedutainer21, inquired: "My phone was stolen last year...
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Edo State: Governor Obaseki explains his decision not to back Philip Shaibu as his successor
30Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Edo State: Governor Obaseki explains his decision not to back Philip Shaibu as his successor

In a recent statement, Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State justified his choice not to endorse his former deputy, Philip Shaibu, as his potential successor, emphasizing that his decision was driven by a commitment to safeguarding the interests of the state's residents. Obaseki expressed his reluctance to support Shaibu's gubernatorial aspirations, citing prevailing political dynamics within Edo State that were not conducive to Shaibu's candidacy. During an appearance on Channels Television's Politics Today, the governor addressed the discord between himself and his former deputy leading up to the Peoples Democratic Party primary election. The rift culminated in Shaibu organizing a parallel primary election that purportedly named him a candidate, a declaration that was subsequently dis...
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