Niger Delta Youths Warn Peter Obi and Critics to Keep Away from Lagos-Calabar Highway
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Niger Delta Youths Warn Peter Obi and Critics to Keep Away from Lagos-Calabar Highway

A caution has been issued by the youth of Niger Delta to Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, and other detractors to stay away from the current Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project that was initiated by the administration of President Bola Tinubu. In a statement shared by Tinubu’s special adviser, Bayo Onanuga, on his official X handle on Friday, the Coordinator of 21st Century Youths of Niger Delta and Agitators with Conscience, Izon Ebi, delivered the warning. The group has advised Obi and other critics to refrain from impeding the Federal Government's progress in completing what they hailed as the primary significant project in the Niger Delta region. While commending Tinubu for endorsing the construction of the highway that will span the coastal areas of Nig...
Youths in Ogun State Demand Action from IBEDC after 120 Days of Blackouts in Governor’s Hometown
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Youths in Ogun State Demand Action from IBEDC after 120 Days of Blackouts in Governor’s Hometown

A threat looms over Iperu, a town in the Ikenne Local Government Area of Ogun State, as the youths have issued a warning to the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) to restore power supply within seven days. Iperu holds significance as the hometown of Governor Dapo Abiodun and his political opponent in the 2023 gubernatorial election, Ladi Adebutu. The community has been plunged into darkness for the past 120 days, prompting the youth of Iperu to demand action from IBEDC or face the consequences. Expressing their grievances in a statement titled 'Total Blackout in Iperu Remo: Youth Gives IBEDC 7 Days Ultimatum to Restore Power or Face Consequences,' the Iperu Youth Development Association condemned IBEDC's disregard for their pleas. ...
Carlo Ancelotti confirms different goalkeepers will start upcoming matches
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Carlo Ancelotti confirms different goalkeepers will start upcoming matches

The manager of Real Madrid, Carlo Ancelotti, has announced that he intends to have two different goalkeepers starting their next games. In a press conference on Friday, Ancelotti disclosed that Thibaut Courtois will be in goal for this weekend’s LaLiga match against Cadiz. Courtois has been recovering from ACL and meniscus injuries but is now fully fit and ready for selection. However, for the Champions League semi-final second leg against Bayern Munich next week, Ancelotti will give the starting spot to Andriy Lunin. “Courtois is set to play tomorrow, Lunin will take the field against Bayern on Wednesday,” Ancelotti mentioned. When questioned about the potential goalkeeper for a Champions League final, he responded, “I do not have that answer.”
Three farmers in Benue community reportedly murdered by suspected herdsmen
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Three farmers in Benue community reportedly murdered by suspected herdsmen

Reports indicate that three farmers in Ogbaulu community of Agatu LGA, Benue State, were ambushed and killed by suspected Fulani Herdsmen in the early hours of Friday, 3rd May, 2024. The victims, identified as Edoh Alhassan, Echewija Edoh, and Simon Emmanuel, tragically lost their lives around 9:30 am while tending to their farms located between Ogbaulu in Agatu LGA and Imana in Apa LGA. Agatu LGA Chairman, Yakubu Ochohepo Pencil, expressed his shock upon receiving the news of the farmer's murder at approximately 10 am on the same day. He urged the security agencies to swiftly remove the herdsmen responsible for such unprovoked attacks and killings, stating that they are currently residing in border communities between Apa and Agatu LGAs, including Akpete, Ikobi, and Imana. Corroborati...
Three farmers in Benue community killed by suspected herdsmen
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Three farmers in Benue community killed by suspected herdsmen

In Ogbaulu community of Agatu LGA, Benue State, three farmers - Edoh Alhassan, Echewija Edoh, and Simon Emmanuel - were ambushed and killed by suspected Fulani Herdsmen during the early hours of May 3, 2024. While working in their farms situated between Ogbaulu in Agatu LGA and Imana in Apa LGA, the victims met their tragic end at around 9:30 am. Upon receiving the shocking report of the killings around 10 am, Agatu LGA Chairman, Yakubu Ochohepo Pencil, confirmed the tragic incident and highlighted that the perpetrators are currently camped at boundary communities between Apa and Agatu LGAs like Akpete, Ikobi, and Imana. He urged security agencies to act swiftly to remove them. Comrade Adole Ajose Ehoda, a Youth Leader from Ogbaulu community, who witnessed the attack, affirmed the inci...
Alleged Sexual Assault on One-Year-Old Stepdaughter Leads to Man’s Arrest
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Alleged Sexual Assault on One-Year-Old Stepdaughter Leads to Man’s Arrest

Idi Adamu, a 30-year-old man, has been taken into custody in connection with the alleged sexual assault of his one-year-old stepdaughter. According to a statement released on Friday by SP Suleiman Ngurore, the spokesman for the Adamawa State Police Command, the arrest was made on Wednesday, May 1. The suspect, a resident of Wuro Ardo in Mubi North Local Government Area, was apprehended following a complaint lodged by the victim's mother, who is also the wife of the accused.
Inter Milan Vice-President Zanetti Considering Bologna’s Star Striker Joshua Zirkzee
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Inter Milan Vice-President Zanetti Considering Bologna’s Star Striker Joshua Zirkzee

Reports suggest that Inter Milan Vice-President, Javier Zanetti, is looking into the possibility of acquiring Bologna’s standout performer, Joshua Zirkzee. The Serie A champions are rumored to be interested in the talented striker, potentially challenging Arsenal for his recruitment in the upcoming summer transfer window. Zirkzee has been instrumental for Bologna this season, contributing 11 goals and four assists to their campaign, aiding in their pursuit of Champions League qualification. Bologna is said to have set a high asking price of €60 million [£51.3m] for the young forward, who joined the club for €8.5m [£7.1m] from Bayern Munich in August 2022. Zanetti praised Zirkzee, describing him as a “young, talented, intelligent, and physically strong player” who could bring significan...
Outrage from Iyanya over Comparison to Wizkid
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Outrage from Iyanya over Comparison to Wizkid

Expressing his frustration, Nigerian artist Iyanya responded to a social media user who belittled his musical accomplishments while discussing why Wizkid is criticized in the music industry. The user @itzbasito remarked: “Wizkid’s sole offense is surpassing the initial standard set for him and evolving into the new standard,” prompting another user @Xperience_Snr to reshare and suggest that people expected Wizkid to have a career similar to Iyanya and Samklef. In his comment, the user stated, “This is the same reason why Drake faces a lot of criticism. The industry didn’t anticipate that little white boy would achieve such success. “Wizkid was predicted to have a fate like Samklef and Iyanya.” Iyanya was displeased with this argument, particularly with the implication that his once-pr...
Flamingos to Face Burkina Faso in U-17 WWCQ on Neutral Ground
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Flamingos to Face Burkina Faso in U-17 WWCQ on Neutral Ground

In an upcoming U-17 Women's World Cup qualifying match, Burkina Faso will host Nigeria's U-17 team, the Flamingos, in Bamako, Mali on May 11 as reported by NewsNow. The initially planned venue for the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup first leg qualifier in Burkina Faso's capital, Ouagadougou, has been deemed unfit by the governing body, prompting a change to the March 26 Stadium in Bamako. The Flamingos' delegation will be leaving Abuja on May 8 to travel to Bamako for the match. The return leg is scheduled to take place at the MKO Abiola National Stadium in Abuja on May 18. The winner of this two-legged fixture will secure a spot in the U-17 Women's World Cup. In the previous edition of the competition held in India, the Flamingos finished third.
Hope Hicks Testifies in Donald Trump’s Trial Involving Alleged Hush Money
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Hope Hicks Testifies in Donald Trump’s Trial Involving Alleged Hush Money

On Friday, former White House Communication Director, Hope Hicks, provided testimony in the criminal trial of ex-President Donald Trump. Being a former trusted advisor to Trump, Hicks took the witness stand in the ongoing trial. Prosecutors are likely to inquire about her awareness of hush money payments that were made during the 2016 presidential campaign. She marks the first close advisor of Trump to testify in this trial. The trial accuses the former president of engaging in a plan to unlawfully influence the 2016 election by attempting to silence women who alleged having intimate encounters with him. Hicks previously served as Trump’s campaign press secretary in 2016 and was among the initial campaign staffers who transitioned to his administration. Trump faces 34 charges of falsi...