Friday, May 3

Death Toll Surpasses 200 in Kenya Floods as Cyclone Draws Near
3May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Death Toll Surpasses 200 in Kenya Floods as Cyclone Draws Near

The number of fatalities from flood-related incidents in Kenya has exceeded 200 since March, according to a statement by the interior ministry on Friday. This occurs as a cyclone approaches the Tanzanian coast. Extensive rains have battered East Africa, leading to flooding and landslides that have demolished crops, engulfed residences, and displaced hundreds of thousands of individuals. The interior ministry disclosed that a total of 210 people have lost their lives in Kenya due to severe weather conditions, with 22 fatalities occurring in the last 24 hours. Additionally, more than 165,000 individuals have been forced out of their homes, with 90 others reported missing, heightening concerns of a further rise in the death toll. Both Kenya and neighboring Tanzania, wh...
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‘Rumors of Illuminati affiliation circulate around me,’ reveals Singer Tyla
3May By Isaac EghosaNo Comments
Entertainment

‘Rumors of Illuminati affiliation circulate around me,’ reveals Singer Tyla

According to Grammy-winning South African artist Tyla, her rapid ascent in the music scene has led some to speculate that she is associated with the secretive organization, the Illuminati. She dismissed the notion that joining the Illuminati is a prerequisite for achieving global stardom in the music industry, emphasizing that her success can be attributed to her faith in God. The star of the hit song ‘Water’ emphasized that her accomplishments have been guided by her belief in the divine. Tyla is featured on the cover of the most recent edition of Cosmopolitan Magazine. Addressing the rumors surrounding her alleged affiliation with the Illuminati, she expressed amusement, stating, “Do people really believe I'm part of the Illuminati? It's quite amusing. While some may think that's the...
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Landmark Beach Takes Action to Refund Customers Affected by Demolition
3May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Landmark Beach Takes Action to Refund Customers Affected by Demolition

Customers impacted by the recent demolition of parts of Landmark Resort Beach by the Federal Government are now being refunded, as announced by the management of the resort. Landmark Africa, the parent company of Landmark Resort Beach, stated in a post on their X account on Friday that the refund process is underway through the Landmark Citizen App. With a high influx of refund requests, the management recognizes their customers' patience and advises that the refund process may experience delays. In a message directed to the Landmark Citizens, the management reassured them, "We have commenced the refund issuance to those who have requested refunds on the Landmark Citizen App. We ask for your understanding as the processing time may be longer than usual due to the volume of requests. Re...
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The Presidency’s Response to Ex-Katsina Governor Shema’s Defection to APC
3May By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

The Presidency’s Response to Ex-Katsina Governor Shema’s Defection to APC

Former Katsina State governor, Ibrahim Shema, recently made a significant move by defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), eliciting a reaction from the presidency. In a statement, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, highlighted that Shema's departure from the PDP marked a substantial loss for the party, while it signaled a notable gain for the APC. Expressing this sentiment on X, the presidential spokesperson remarked, "PDP's loss in Katsina is undoubtedly APC's gain." The ex-governor, who served in Katsina State from 2007 to 2015 under the PDP, formally joined the APC yesterday and was warmly welcomed by Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda. Shema completed his registration at the Shema Wa...
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Phil Foden from Manchester City Receives FWA Footballer of the Year Award
3May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Phil Foden from Manchester City Receives FWA Footballer of the Year Award

Announced as the winner of the Footballer Writers’ Association Footballer of the Year for the 2023/24 season is Phil Foden from Manchester City. Also hailing from Manchester City, Khadija ‘Bunny’ Shaw secured the women’s award. Foden managed to capture 42% of the votes from members, becoming the third player from Manchester City in the last four years to secure the prestigious Men’s Footballer of the Year award, following the likes of Ruben Dias in 2021 and Erling Haaland in 2023. The playmaker outshone Declan Rice from Arsenal and his teammate Rodri, who claimed the second and third positions respectively. The top six was completed by Martin Odegaard, Ollie Watkins, and Cole Palmer. At the age of 23, Foden has contributed 16 goals in the Premier League this season while also providin...
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British High Commissioner celebrates historic achievement of Nigerian female graduate from prestigious UK military institution
3May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
Headlines

British High Commissioner celebrates historic achievement of Nigerian female graduate from prestigious UK military institution

Richard Montgomery, the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, extended his congratulations to Princess Owowoh for her groundbreaking achievement at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) in the United Kingdom. In a statement on X.com on Thursday, Montgomery expressed his delight at meeting Owowoh, who was accompanied by an officer from the Nigerian Defence Academy. Accompanied by Lt. Col Nyiam from the Nigerian Defence Academy, I had the pleasure of meeting 2nd Lt. Princess Owowoh, the first female officer cadet from Nigeria to graduate from RMASandhurst. I congratulated her on this historic accomplishment, listened to her experiences, and reflected on the Nigeria-British relationship," he wrote, sharing photos of the meeting. ...
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The Nigeria Labour Congress deems N615,000 as the most reasonable minimum wage
3May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

The Nigeria Labour Congress deems N615,000 as the most reasonable minimum wage

Joe Ajaero, the national President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has stated that demanding N615,000 as a minimum wage is the most practical amount. In an interview on Channels TV's Politics Today on Thursday, Ajaero made this assertion, as reported by NewsNow. It was reported that the federal government had given approval for a salary increase ranging between 25 and 35 percent for civil servants under different consolidated salary structures. However, the NLC turned down this increment, citing it as inadequate. Ajaero mentioned during the interview that labor unions were feeling the pressure from workers, while the government was resorting to name-calling. Explaining further, he said, "When we talk about realism, the demand for N615,000 is the most practical figure. Realism doe...
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3May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
Headlines

Pastor at Nigerian wedding requests bride to remove eyelashes

During her church wedding, a Nigerian bride shared an experience where her pastor asked her to remove her false eyelashes. Recalling the incident on TikTok, Jessica Okah mentioned that the pastor had brought up the issue of her eyelashes prior to the wedding day. Although she had forgotten about it and hoped it would go unnoticed during the wedding. She stated, “Imagine your pastor suddenly instructing you to remove your eyelashes in the middle of your wedding ceremony. It felt surreal, like a scene from a movie unfolding in real life. “After my husband's family approved of me, the pastor remembered that he had informed me the day before not to wear lashes for the wedding. “To be honest, I wasn't bothere...
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From Ice Block Seller to Billionaire: Meet the Man with 120 Filling Stations and 600 Trucks
3May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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From Ice Block Seller to Billionaire: Meet the Man with 120 Filling Stations and 600 Trucks

Meet Alhaji Auwalu Abdullahi Rano, or A.A Rano, the incredible success story of a man who started from a simple background in Kano Village and rose to become a billionaire tycoon with a vast business empire that includes 200 filling stations spread across Nigeria. Hailing from Lausu, Kano State, Rano's journey began with humble beginnings in the ice block and groundnut oil trade, gradually expanding to include other local commodities. Today, Rano stands at the helm of a multi-billion naira enterprise that operates in diverse sectors of Nigeria's economy. At present, Rano is the proud owner of AA Rano Oil & Gas industry in Nigeria, boasting a 56 ML Tank farm in Lagos, 120 retail outlets/filling stations nationwide, over 600 trucks and LPG terminals, and the r...
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Exposure of Yahaya Bello’s Attempt to Bribe Judge by Okai in Leaked Chat Involving Fanwo
3May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Exposure of Yahaya Bello’s Attempt to Bribe Judge by Okai in Leaked Chat Involving Fanwo

Dekina/Bassa Federal House of Representatives 2023 People Democratic Party candidate, Usman Okai, has revealed the attempt by former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, to bribe a judge. A leaked WhatsApp group chat involving the state’s Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, and others sparked Okai's reaction. Okai called on Fanwo to maintain silence, accusing the commissioner of contributing to the state's challenges. In a statement, Okai described the leaked group chat as divine providence and urged Fanwo to apologize for attempting to influence justice with money instead of defending the allegation. According to the statement, "The commissioner, who failed to secure his party's primary for the federal House of Representatives, is complicit in Kogi state's issues." "Fa...
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