Sunday, May 5

According to Sam Amadi, It’s Allowed to Accuse the Police of Corruption
5May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

According to Sam Amadi, It’s Allowed to Accuse the Police of Corruption

Expressing his views, Sam Amadi, the Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thoughts, believes that accusing the Nigerian police of corruption is not considered cybercrime. He emphasized that such statements could be either true or false and are open to debate. In a recent post on his social media platform, Amadi pointed out that hastily resorting to arrests for criticizing statements could be seen as an autocratic reaction, indicating a failure to effectively resolve issues. He expressed, “Labeling @PolicNG as corrupt or stating that IGPs have engaged in corruption does not constitute cybercrime. It's a statement that can be challenged whether true or false." He further added, "This immediate inclination towards arresting those with dissenting views resembles an a...
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Warning from Primate Ayodele: Northern Opposition to Tinubu’s Second Term
5May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Warning from Primate Ayodele: Northern Opposition to Tinubu’s Second Term

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been cautioned by the Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, to carefully navigate his relationship with the Northern region as they are unlikely to support his bid for a second term. Primate Ayodele predicted a series of alliances forming against President Tinubu in the North, with some of his close associates turning against him. In a statement released by his media aide, Oluwatosin Osho, Ayodele mentioned that leaders in the Northern zone would collaborate to undermine Tinubu's efforts. According to the Primate, "Tinubu will face numerous challenges in the run-up to 2027 as the Northern factions unite against him. Even individuals close to Tinubu will betray him." He revealed a strained relationship between the president a...
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5May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Concerns Raised by Carlton Palmer Regarding Manchester United Star’s Defensive Abilities Ahead of Euro 2024

Manchester United defender Luke Shaw is facing scrutiny from former England international, Carlton Palmer as Gareth Southgate prepares to announce his England squad for the EUROs. Despite being a key player at Manchester United, Shaw's career has been plagued by injuries, hindering his ability to consistently perform at his best. Since joining the club in 2014, Shaw has only managed to feature in over 30 Premier League games in a season once, with this season seeing him make just 12 league appearances. Having been a part of the England squad since 2014 and playing five games at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Shaw's abilities as a defender are now being questioned by Palmer. In an interview with The World Class Stamp Podcast, Palmer expressed his doubts about Shaw's defensive skills...
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The Nigerian Government Considers Tougher Sanctions on Crypto Businesses amidst Naira vs Dollar Battle
5May By Afolake IbidunNo Comments
Business

The Nigerian Government Considers Tougher Sanctions on Crypto Businesses amidst Naira vs Dollar Battle

To boost the Naira against the Dollar in the foreign exchange market, the Nigerian government is planning to implement stricter regulations on cryptocurrency platforms. An upcoming meeting between the Director General of Nigeria Securities and Exchange, Emotomtimi Agama, and both local and international crypto exchanges is on the agenda. In a statement, Lucky Uwakwe, the chair of the Blockchain Industry Coordinating Committee of Nigeria (BICCoN), disclosed this development. This move for new regulations is a direct result of the Nigerian government's lifting of the cryptocurrency suspension in December 2023. Uwakwe emphasized the importance of everyone's participation and insights as they navigate the regulatory landscape and work towards creating an environment favorable for innovation...
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Real Madrid clinches LaLiga title ahead of Barcelona with LaLiga top scorers announced
5May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Real Madrid clinches LaLiga title ahead of Barcelona with LaLiga top scorers announced

NewsNow has released the latest update on the LaLiga Champions, Real Madrid, after their victory on Saturday, along with the top scorers in the Spanish top-flight league this season. Leading the goal scoring chart in LaLiga is Artem Dovbyk from Girona, who has netted an impressive 20 goals with only four matches remaining. Trailing closely behind is Jude Bellingham from Real Madrid with 18 goals to his name. Girona's recent 4-2 victory over Barcelona sealed the fate of the title, handing it to Real Madrid. Real Madrid secured their title with a 3-0 win against Cadiz. Here is the list of top scorers in LaLiga for this season: Artem Dovbyk - 20 goals Jude Bellingham - 18 goals Robert Lewandowski and Alexander Sørloth - 17 goals Ante Budimir - 16 goals Borja Mayoral - 15 goals Gorka Guru...
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Reacting to His 66th Career Hat-Trick: Cristiano Ronaldo’s Indifference
5May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
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Reacting to His 66th Career Hat-Trick: Cristiano Ronaldo’s Indifference

In spite of scoring his 66th career hat-trick, Cristiano Ronaldo expressed that he is more concerned about the success of his team rather than personal achievements. The seasoned Portuguese striker achieved this feat by scoring 52 goals in 52 games this season. His recent performance contributed to Al-Nassr's 6-0 victory over Al-Wehda in the Saudi Pro League match held at Al-Awwal Stadium on Saturday. Ronaldo, who is now just 10 goals away from reaching 900 career goals, emphasized the importance of team goals over individual milestones. During a post-game interview, the 39-year-old stated, "I prioritize the team's success over scoring hat-tricks." When questioned about nearing the milestone of 900 career goals, Ronaldo humbly responded, "I believe that numbers will naturally follow, s...
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Dele Momodu: EFCC’s Alleged Misfire in N80.2bn Fraud Case Involving Yahaya Bello
5May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Dele Momodu: EFCC’s Alleged Misfire in N80.2bn Fraud Case Involving Yahaya Bello

A critique of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been put forward by veteran journalist Dele Momodu in the ongoing case against former Kogi governor Yahaya Bello. Momodu suggested that the EFCC did not carry out thorough investigations in their pursuit of Bello. During an Instagram Live session, the People's Democratic Party (PDP) stalwart questioned the EFCC's assertion that Bello utilized government funds to pay advanced school fees for his children before the end of his tenure. Momodu criticized the EFCC's handling of the case against Bello and emphasized the need for the EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, to learn from the failures of his predecessors who were reportedly dismissed disgracefully. Expressing his views, Momodu mentioned, "Observing the EFCC chairman re...
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Rivers United’s Threat to Withdraw from NPFL
5May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Rivers United’s Threat to Withdraw from NPFL

In a memo addressed to the Nigeria Football Federation, Rivers United have declared their intention to pull out from the Nigeria Premier Football League, citing alleged unfair treatment by the league. The former champions of NPFL expressed their dissatisfaction with the actions taken by the league in the past. Rivers United are scheduled to face Remo Stars in one of their postponed matches on Monday. These games were delayed due to Rivers United's participation in the CAF Confederation Cup. To accommodate Stanley Eguma's team in completing their outstanding fixtures, NPFL has been put on hold for a week.
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Petroleum Marketers: NNPCL Takes Steps to Resolve Fuel Scarcity Issue in Nigeria
5May By Afolake IbidunNo Comments
Business

Petroleum Marketers: NNPCL Takes Steps to Resolve Fuel Scarcity Issue in Nigeria

In a recent development, petroleum marketers have announced that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has initiated the opening of its reserves nationwide with the aim of putting an end to the prevailing fuel scarcity crisis. Following a meeting with NNPCL, the National President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, Hammed Fashola, and the representative from the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria, Billy Hilly-Harry, released separate statements disclosing this crucial step. Fashola mentioned that member representatives will convene on Monday to collaborate with NNPCL in resolving the fuel scarcity issue, emphasizing that there is no need for consumers to resort to panic buying as the product will soon be readily...
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Calvin Bassey Acknowledges Silva for Fulham’s Strong Performance
5May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Calvin Bassey Acknowledges Silva for Fulham’s Strong Performance

In the Premier League this season, Fulham defender Calvin Bassey attributes the team's impressive performance to manager Marco Silva. During the 0-0 draw against Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday, the Whites secured their 10th clean sheet of the season. Fulham has already secured their safety in the Premier League with only a few games remaining in the campaign. Bassey is confident that under Silva's leadership, the London club will continue to achieve success in the future. According to Bassey, as quoted by the BBC, "The disruptions [from injuries] were challenging at times, but we maintained our focus and trusted the manager and the plan." He added, "The progress he has made has been remarkable, and we are excited about what lies ahead." Continuing, Bassey emphas...
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